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
On/off switch on handlebarRouting of wiring on frame
The routing of the wiring has been optimised to ensure the minimum
obstruction.
Each section is designed to prevent interference with parts that might damage
wires or cause operating failures when
riding. The plates on the following pages show the origins ("0" points) for
correct re-routin ...
Dtc (ducati traction control) setting function
This function allows you to customise the level of dtc intervention (ducati
traction control) or disable it for every riding
mode.
To access the function it is necessary to view the ""setting" menu", using
buttons (1) "s" or (2) "t" select the "riding
mode" function and press the reset butt ...
Refitting the engine
Refitting is the reverse of removal.
Important
Apply recommended grease and tighten the special screws (6) to a torque of
60 nm +/- 5% (sect. 3 - 3, Frame torque
settings).
Tighten the nuts (3) to a torque of 48 nm +/- 5% (sect. 3 - 3, Frame torque
settings).
Warning
For the assembly seque ...