Ducati experts ........Help.........

[Gr8lite]

Good Day!

I have the opportunity to pick up a 1999 900ss , 6500 miles , low speed , cosmetic crash. It was driven home from the crash 3 years ago , in a heated garage since. Cheap $$ !

Problem: Keys have been lost!

I’m told 99 is first year for “chip” key ?

What do I need to do , replace ignition switch and ecu , tank cap and seat lock ?

Or is there a secret way to get a key cut?

Who here has the parts I’ll need?

Thanks to all !

[jeantarrou]

Funny, I was literally just having a conversation with someone about this. Different Duc and different year but it led me to this webpage, might have the answers you're looking for?

https://ducatipartsunlimited.com/p/duc-101

[number9]

I would check the forums on www.ducati.ms

[Rambunctous]

The 1999 Ducati 750 SS does not have a chip key.

[NPDCPA]

My 1999 didn't have a chip key. Too bad BCM is no longer, they were the people to ask about these things.

[PinHead]

My 2000 doesn’t have a chip, so I don’t think yours will either. And they crash well, so don’t worry about a little spill. It’s a fun bike, there is NO question there.
Mine has been sitting in the corner of my shed for some years now, just can’t/won’t get rid of it. My goal is to someday restore it to its original beauty and have the motor freshened up. Someday...

[gregp]

From: https://www.bennetts.co.uk/bikesocia...2-buyers-guide
"If you are lucky enough to search out the later 1000cc model, remember Ducati’s immobiliser needs a red ‘master’ key to reprogramme blank black keys, so ensure this is included in the sale."

[Rambunctous]

Good Day!

I have the opportunity to pick up a 1999 900ss , 6500 miles , low speed , cosmetic crash. It was driven home from the crash 3 years ago , in a heated garage since. Cheap $$ !

Problem: Keys have been lost!

I’m told 99 is first year for “chip” key ?

What do I need to do , replace ignition switch and ecu , tank cap and seat lock ?

Or is there a secret way to get a key cut?

Who here has the parts I’ll need?

Thanks to all !

Here is how I would go about it for the ignition key. I would find a 1999 blank key and then I would take the lock assembly out and take it apart and "cut" the key to fit. You could even rearrange the tumblers to fit any used key from a 1999. A locksmith would have a key cutter. Can't use a key copier. A key cutter isn't a lot of money. Tank and seat would be more difficult.

[Gr8lite]

Thanks Guys ! Got a key made fits all 3 locks ignition , tank , seat ! Now onto much needed and overdue maintenance. Changed belts .... started it on spray ... it does run !!