Guzzi Security Code Question

[pete roper]

Reading that sort of inanity makes me very glad I don't.

[derek533]

Darren you got PM.  Thanks

[Bulldog9]

Both of my bikes display the 'enter user code'  do I have to program both keys with this code?

[derek533]

Both of my bikes display the 'enter user code'  do I have to program both keys with this code?

Well, after gaining the ire of another poster with all my questions, I finally decided screw-it, I'm putting in my code and darn the consequences since I'm sick of seeing that message.  I have only one key mind you, and now the message is gone on startup. 

So either I'm screwed and don't know it, or the fact that it says to enter a code each time you turn the ignition means that no one ever has and you are free to put in your own code.  We'll see...

[kirb]

I blame http://millcitymoto.com/

When I purchased the bike and rode it home the tires had like 20 psi in them. Nothing was said about this code, time to take matters into my own hands and code the dang thing. Makes me wonder about that 1st service that costs me $300. They didn't even know the service interval for the Norge.

The P.O. agreed to have my bike serviced at a local Guzzi dealer as a condition of sale. Found trans oil low, crank case oil high, and the right/left valves adjusted to different values. He paid $400. I had to undo all that mess.

The manual tells you how to program the code. It's not hard.
The code IS ONLY NEEDED if something happens to the security imobilizer. You would not normally notice the radio/chip thing going on...until it doesn't. The code gives you a backup in case there is a problem, but you still need a key to start the bike.
The system is better than some BMWs where you were left stranded if there was an antenna problem.
Two keys are needed if you want to recover the code (it was lost of mis-remembered).

[kirb]

Well, after gaining the ire of another poster with all my questions, I finally decided screw-it, I'm putting in my code and darn the consequences since I'm sick of seeing that message.  I have only one key mind you, and now the message is gone on startup. 

So either I'm screwed and don't know it, or the fact that it says to enter a code each time you turn the ignition means that no one ever has and you are free to put in your own code.  We'll see...

You are not screwed. Remember the code and it's a non-issue.
You will only need the code if the bike cannot read the chip in your key for some reason. That's it. The only time you will need it.
A second key will be needed to recover the code if you forget it. That is the only time you will need a second key.

[Bulldog9]

Just for kicks as it hasn't come up yet what is the magical default code when you haven't entered a custom code? I've heard 00000?

[oldbike54]

 Small tattoo where you can read it will solve the "mis-remembering" thing 

 Dusty

[derek533]

Small tattoo where you can read it will solve the "mis-remembering" thing 

 Dusty

Well, the code is a very special date in time that if I ever forget, it wouldn't matter anyway because I won't be alive to ride a bike anyway if you catch my drift.   

[oldbike54]

Well, the code is a very special date in time that if I ever forget, it wouldn't matter anyway because I won't be alive to ride a bike anyway if you catch my drift.   

 And if you forget , it creates a nice ruse , "honey , what's the code for my motorbike"? It will at least give some cover .... maybe 

 Dusty

[Darren Williams]

IIRC, without the code, the dash would always go to the first info setting (don't remember what it was now). After I put in the code it would come back to the last one up when restarted.

The user code is a good thing, something I wish my GS had, as mentioned above.  If the immobilizer malfunctions on a BMW, call for a tow.  On a guzzi, input the code and ride on!

[oldbike54]

IIRC, without the code, the dash would always go to the first info setting (don't remember what it was now). After I put in the code it would come back to the last one up when restarted.

The user code is a good thing, something I wish my GS had, as mentioned above.  If the immobilizer malfunctions on a BMW, call for a tow.  On a guzzi, input the code and ride on!

 See , even an Okie from Edmond gets it 

 Dang , you Edmonders , Edmonites , Edmonians ??? are taking over 

 Dusty

[derek533]

What, is Darren from Edmond too?  That makes two of us I guess. 

You know what's funny, is I thought this board would be mostly people on the coasts as it would seem like there are more Guzzis on the coasts than there are in flyover country.  But I've noticed there's a lot of people on this board from Oklahoma and surrounding states. 

[Cool Runnings]

The P.O. agreed to have my bike serviced at a local Guzzi dealer as a condition of sale. Found trans oil low, crank case oil high, and the right/left valves adjusted to different values. He paid $400. I had to undo all that mess.

The manual tells you how to program the code. It's not hard.
The code IS ONLY NEEDED if something happens to the security imobilizer. You would not normally notice the radio/chip thing going on...until it doesn't. The code gives you a backup in case there is a problem, but you still need a key to start the bike.
The system is better than some BMWs where you were left stranded if there was an antenna problem.
Two keys are needed if you want to recover the code (it was lost of mis-remembered).

I screwed up and had to use the 'other' key to recover/ change the code. Think I'll use the 'other' second key from now on. Talked to my dealer today. If the antenna fails, you better know/ have a code stored (and remembered), otherwise she ain't gonna run!

[Darren Williams]

What, is Darren from Edmond too?  That makes two of us I guess. 

You know what's funny, is I thought this board would be mostly people on the coasts as it would seem like there are more Guzzis on the coasts than there are in flyover country.  But I've noticed there's a lot of people on this board from Oklahoma and surrounding states.

And Lowryter lives here also!  It's a rally everyday.

[oldbike54]

What, is Darren from Edmond too?  That makes two of us I guess. 

You know what's funny, is I thought this board would be mostly people on the coasts as it would seem like there are more Guzzis on the coasts than there are in flyover country.  But I've noticed there's a lot of people on this board from Oklahoma and surrounding states.

 Three in Edmond , a couple in Tulsa , a whole slew of Texans , 4 or so in Kansas , Missouri , Arkansas, Louisiana , Colorado , New Mexico , and one in Muskogee  That isn't counting the members from the middle that don't post much .

 Dusty