Hi everyone, I ride a Ducati equipped with the OEM side panniers (ref with 96780851A) and top case (reference 96780692A), which I understand are made by Givi for Ducati. I'm looking to replace the lock cylinders — either to unify the key across my luggage or simply to swap out the originals. I know Givi offers replacement lock kits (like SL101, SL103, etc.) for their branded cases, but I can’t find any solid guide or confirmation that this process works the same on the Ducati-badged versions. My questions: Has anyone here successfully replaced the lock cylinders on these Ducati OEM side cases? Is the process the same as with standard Givi cases (like V35, V37, Trekker, etc.)? Can I use a Givi lock kit, or do I need to go through Ducati directly? Any tips, photos, or video tutorials would be incredibly helpful. Thanks in advance for any help or shared experience Ride safe and cheers from France!
Rookie mistake, I found what I was looking for. Side panniers: https://media.ducati.com/EPCResources/ATTACHMENTS/11/11CEB8D4EAEDF53889A656F4EDDB81CD.pdf Top case: https://media.ducati.com/EPCResources/ATTACHMENTS/9D/9D144CB0A95FA1189973EA670544EEDD.pdf I'm still looking for the lock cylinders — does anyone know which Givi lock kit is compatible with these Ducati cases? Thanks in advance!
Did you not get a set of locks which match your main key? I may be wrong but I think there was a way of adapting the pins on a lock set so they would all use the same key? Mr AI google says: it is possible to adapt Givi lock pins to allow a single key to operate multiple locks, often referred to as "keyed alike" or "keyed alike" systems. This involves dismantling the lock barrels, adjusting the pin configurations, and reassembling the locks to work with the desired key. Here's a more detailed explanation: Dismantling and Pin Adjustment: The process requires carefully dismantling the Givi lock barrel. The pins, which are the small, cylindrical pieces that fit into the lock barrel, are then adjusted to match the key's specific cuts. "Keyed Alike" or "Keyed Same": Once the pins are adjusted, the lock will now respond to the single, desired key, effectively creating a "keyed alike" system. Importance of Pin Compatibility: It's crucial to ensure the pins are compatible with the chosen key. If the key is not the correct type, the pins will not be able to fully engage, and the lock will not work. Different Keyed Systems: Some Givi locks are designed with multiple pins, while others have fewer. If you're trying to adapt a lock with fewer pins to a longer key, it might be necessary to resize the lock barrel slightly. Potential Issues: Some Givi locks may be sealed, making it difficult or impossible to dismantle and adjust the pins. Additionally, some lock cylinders may not be interchangeable with others due to differences in size or fitment. In summary, adapting Givi lock pins to use a single key is a common practice for creating "keyed alike" systems, but it requires some technical skill and knowledge of the specific lock types involved.
I sold my DVT to a guy who didn't want the top case or the side panniers — he already had the Givi Trekker Outback set. I bought a 'new' white DVT with fewer miles, but it didn’t come with side panniers or a top case. So here I am, trying to figure out how to solve that! Thank you I will try that !
