Introduction
The communication antenna enables the hands free system to detect and communicate with the active or passive key.
The active key is detectable within a range of 1.5 Metres, whereas the passive key (or active key with flat battery) can only be detected if placed in contact with the lower part of the clear plexiglas windscreen covering the antenna.
An antenna fault will compromise correct key detection.
Wiring diagram

The communication antenna is connected to the hands free system by two cables and a dedicated connection.
Error codes
"Hands free diagnosis" error: "antenna": antenna not detected (open circuit)
or antenna short circuited. The following icon
appears on the tank dashboard:
Note
Checking the integrity of the electrical circuit entails the following actions:
Short circuit to vdc: with the dashboard on, use a voltmeter to measure the voltage between the wire being tested and ground.
Short circuit to ground: with the battery cables disconnected, use an ohmmeter to check for continuity between the wire being tested and ground.
Open circuit: with the battery cables disconnected, use an ohmmeter to check that there is no continuity between the two ends of the wire being tested.
Electrical characteristics and checking component
The resistance between the two terminals of the component side connection must be approximately 2 ohm.
In the event of fault
In the event of a component fault, the hands free system can no longer detect and recognise the keys. The pin code procedure must be used to start the motorcycle.
Installation location

The image shows the location of the hands free system antenna.
Location of hands free system antenna on antenna side.
Component replacement methods
No special measures are necessary in order to replace the hands free system communication antenna.
The hands free module
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This function changes the motorcycle riding style.
Each riding style is associated with a different intervention level of the
traction control (dtc - ducati traction control) and
different engine power and output.
To change the motorcycle riding mode, press the reset button once
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Refitting the rear wheel eccentric hub and rear wheel shaft
Refitting is the reverse of removal, with attention to the following points.
If the calliper bracket locating pin (14) was removed, apply the recommended
threadlocker on reassembly.
Tighten the pin (14) to the torque of 33 nm +/- 5% (sect. 3 - 3, Frame torque
settings).
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Indication of range reached for service
When service coupon threshold is achieved, upon every key-on the system
displays the indication of the type of
intervention that is required (oil service or desmo service).
The (red) warning is activated as a large icon for 10 seconds upon every key-on
(1) then as a small warning that
remai ...