An immobilizer only lets the engine start when it recognizes a programmed key or fob. Every maker builds its own version, with its own master keys, code cards, PINs and warning lights. Pick the system on your bike for the details.
- BMW EWSEWS is BMW Motorrad's electronic immobilizer.How it works →
- BMW Keyless RideKeyless Ride replaces the ignition lock on many BMW motorcycles with a button and a radio-operated key that only has to be within about 3 feet of the bike.How it works →
- Can-Am D.E.S.S. KeyD.E.S.S.How it works →
- Ducati Hands FreeHands Free is Ducati's keyless system on the Multistrada, Diavel and XDiavel families.How it works →
- Ducati ImmobilizerEvery keyed Ducati immobilizer reads a transponder in the key and only lets the engine start when the code matches one stored on the bike.How it works →
- Harley-Davidson Smart Security SystemThe Harley-Davidson Smart Security System is a factory alarm and immobilizer that disarms when it detects a hands-free fob near the bike and disables the starter and ignition when it does not.How it works →
- Honda HISSHISS, the Honda Ignition Security System, is Honda's chip-key immobilizer: the engine only starts when the bike recognizes a coded chip in the key.How it works →
- Honda Smart KeyHonda Smart Key is a keyless system: the bike checks for a registered fob nearby and then lets you unlock the steering, switch on and start, with no key in a slot.How it works →
- Indian Key Fob and PINIndian's keyless ignition uses a paired key fob that the bike detects when you press the power switch, backed up by a four-digit rider PIN you can enter if the fob is missing or dead.How it works →
- Kawasaki immobilizer and KIPASSKawasaki has two electronic key systems: a transponder immobilizer with coded keys, and KIPASS, a fob system used on the Concours 14 and a few newer models.How it works →
- KTM immobilizer and Race OnKTM has used two immobilizer setups on its big twins: black transponder ignition keys managed by an orange programming key, and from 2017 the Race On keyless key on the 1290 Super Duke R and 1290 Super Adventure.How it works →
- MV Agusta ImmobilizerOn the MV Agusta models that have one, the immobilizer lets the engine start only when it recognises the original key, and the bike is delivered with two keys and an MV Code Card.How it works →
- Piaggio Group ImmobilizerThe Piaggio immobilizer on Vespa and Piaggio scooters uses one master key, with a red or brown grip, and blue or black keys for daily riding.How it works →
- Suzuki Immobilizer (SAIS)Suzuki's immobilizer, which Suzuki calls the Suzuki Advanced Immobilizer System, stores an identification code in the key and will not let the engine start without it.How it works →
- Triumph ImmobilizerTriumph's engine immobiliser reads a transponder in the key and only lets the engine start for a key that has been paired to the bike.How it works →
- Yamaha ImmobilizerYamaha's immobilizer uses three chipped keys: one red-bow code re-registering key and two black-bow standard keys.How it works →
- Yamaha Smart KeyYamaha's Smart Key System is a keyless fob that lets you switch on, start and unlock the bike or scooter without inserting a key.How it works →
Not sure which system your bike has?
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- Harley-Davidson
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- Vespa and Piaggio
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- MV Agusta
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- Hyosung
- KYMCO
- LiveWire
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