Ducati 998s Motorcycle User Manual
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1. 5 o om an y amp A shit e re a on A 57 os oe yy sieru R Paek ziir or o sa Yao sE F TY 19066 COOGEE Reema arar aw w v CD ne soa wl n we 4 5 w 2 Y Bk E 3 7 ty Bk i 0 i Lo 1 0 0 5 5 5 n 5 mk 0 w a z aw a Bnw w 7 fee LK a L z wre 2 r m rte E ae Aii 1 BODY 9 BEAM ENGINE 13 MAP gt TURNS we ENGINE 22 SNS_SPLY2 ENGINE 14 AIRTEMP NEUTRALA Ke ENGINE 29 SNS_GND2 we BODY 14 ACDPO2. Important It is recommended all brake and clutch tubes be changed every four years Clutch system If the control lever has exceeding play and the transmission snatches or jams as you try to engage a gear it means that there is air in the circuit Contact a Ducati Dealer or Authorized Workshop to have the system inspected and air drained out Warning Clutch fluid level in the reservoir tends to increase as the clutch plates friction material wears out Do not exceed specified level 3 mm above minimum level Brake system If you find exceeding play on brake lever or pedal and brake pads are still in good condition contact a Ducati Dealer or Authorized Workshop to have the system inspected and any air drained out of the circuit Warning Do not spill any brake and clutch fluid on the paintwork or on plastic parts or they will damage Hydraulic oil is corrosive it may cause damages and lead to severe injuries Never mix different quality oils Check for joint proper sealing Checking brake pads for wear fig 30 To facilitate inspection without removing the pads from the calipers brake pads have a wear mark If the grooves in the friction material are still visible the pad is still in good condition Important Have the brake pads replaced at a Ducati Dealer or Authorized Workshop 44 Lubricating cables and joints The condition of the outer sheath of the throttle cold sta
3. 525 HV Size 5 8 5 16 Links 94 64 Important The above gear ratios are the homologated ones and under no circumstances must they be modified However if you wish to tune up your motorcycle for competitive trials you may refer to Ducati Motor Holding S p A who will be glad to provide information about the special ratios available Contact a Ducati Dealer or Authorized Workshop Warning For the replacement of the rear sprocket contact a Ducati Dealer or Authorized Workshop The incorrect replacement of this component could seriously endanger your safety and that of your passenger and cause irreparable damage to the motorcycle Frame Tubular trestle frame with upper section made of high strength steel Steering angle on each side 27 For improved performance on track the headstock angle can be changed see page 47 STANDARD steering setting for road riding is as follows Steering head angle 24 30 Trail 97 mm For track riding setting can be modified to the following values Steering head angle 23 30 Trail 91 mm D Note With the steering tube set to 23 30 it is not possible to use the steering lock Wheels Five spoke light alloy rims Front wheel Dimensions 3 50x17 Rear wheel Dimensions 5 50x17 Front wheel shaft can be removed The rear wheel is overhanging with respect to the sprocket hub and secured with a nut and safety clip In this way the rear w
4. Now turn the screw anticlockwise and listen for the clicks that identify setting positions 1 2 and so 26 STANDARD factory setting is as follows compression 10 clicks rebound 12 clicks Max setting range for softest damping adjustment is 24 clicks rebound and 28 clicks compression To change the preload of the spring inside each fork leg turn the hex adjuster 2 with a 22 mm_ hexagon wrench Factory setting is 10 mm Important Adjust both fork legs to same settings 27 Shock absorber adjusters fig 18 The shock absorber has outer adjusters that enable you to adjust your motorcycle to the load The adjuster 1 located on the left side on the connection holding the shock absorber to the swingarm controls rebound damping The adjuster 2 on the shock absorber expansion reservoir controls compression damping Turn the adjusters 1 and 2 clockwise to increase damping anticlockwise to reduce it STANDARD setting turn the adjusters 1 and 2 all the way in clockwise then slacken them 14 clicks Two ring nuts 3 located on the top section of the shock absorber are used to adjust the outer spring preload Turn upper ring nut to change spring preload Then tighten or slacken the lower ring nut to increase or decrease spring preload as required Once adjusted tighten the upper ring nut 28 Warning Use a specific pin wrench only to turn th
5. 61 Engine 62 Timing system 62 Performance data 63 Spark plugs 63 Brakes 63 Transmission 64 Frame 65 Wheels 65 Tyres 65 Suspensions 66 Available colours 66 Electric system 66 For United States of America version only 70 Routine maintenance record 79 GENERAL Warranty In your own interest and in order to guarantee product reliability you are strongly advised to refer to a Ducati Dealer or Authorized Workshop for any servicing requiring particular technical expertise Our highly skilled staff have access to the implements required to perform any servicing job at best using Ducati original spare parts only as the best guarantee for full interchangeability smooth running and long life All Ducati motorcycles come with a Warranty Card However warranty does not apply to the motorcycles used in competitions No motorcycle part may be tampered with altered or replaced with parts other than original Ducati spare parts during the warranty period or the warranty will be automatically invalidated Symbols Ducati Motor Holding S p A advises you to read this manual carefully so as to become familiar with your motorcycle In case of any doubts please call a Ducati Dealer or Authorized Workshop The information contained herein will prove useful on your trips and Ducati Motor Holding S p A wishes you smooth enjoyable riding and will help you keep the performance of your motorcycle unchanged for a long time War
6. Important Stop riding if the temperature reaches the max value otherwise the engine might damage When parking light is on the instrument panel is lighted E Keys fig 4 Two universal keys are supplied for the ignition the steering lock the seat lock and the fuel filler cap and a plate 1 bearing key identification number Note Separate the two keys and keep the identification plate in a safe place fig 4 Ignition switch and steering lock fig 5 It is located in front of the fuel tank and has four positions A ON lights and engine enabled B OFF lights and engine disabled C LOCK steering locked D P parking light and steering lock Warning This model is equipped with an energy saving CPU If the key stays ON for a long period but the ignition button is not pressed within 15 seconds the CPU will stop operating to avoid current absorption Move the key to OFF and then to ON again Note To move the key to the last two positions press it down before turning it Switching to B C and D you will be able to take the key out 13 Left switch fig 6 1 Dip switch light dip switch two positions position Z0 low beam position 2z0 high beam on 2 Switch 3 position turn indicator centre position off position left turn position right turn To disable turn indicators push in when switch returns to
7. VI Additional information Any replacement part that is equivalent in performance and durability may be used in the performance of any 78 maintenance or repairs However Ducati is not liable for these parts The owner is responsible for the performance of all required maintenance Such maintenance may be performed at a service establishment or by any individual The warranty period begins on the date the motorcycle is delivered to an ultimate purchaser Ducati North America Inc 10443 Bandley Drive Cupertino California 95014 Tel 001 408 253 0499 Fax 001 408 253 4099 ROUTINE MAINTENANCE RECORD km Ducati Mileage Date Service Name 1000 10000 20000 30000 40000 50000 79 usag 005 068 08 059 wy B B
8. an authorized Ducati dealer An emergency situation occurs when an authorized Ducati dealer is not reasonably available a part is not available within 30 days or a repair is not complete within 30 days Any replacement part can be used in an emergency repair Ducati will reimburse the owner for the expenses including diagnosis not to exceed Ducati s suggested retail price for all warranted parts replaced and labor charges based on Ducati s recommended time allowance for the warranty repair and the geographically appropriate hourly labor rate The owner may be required to keep receipts and failed parts in order to receive compensation Limitations This Emission Control System Warranty shall not cover any of the following A Repair or replacement required as a result of 1 accident 2 misuse 3 repairs improperly performed or replacements improperly installed 4 use of replacement parts or accessories not conforming to Ducati specifications which adversely affect performance and or 5 use in competitive racing or related events B Inspections replacement of parts and other services and adjustments required for routine maintenance C Any motorcycle on which odometer mileage has been changed so that actual mileage cannot be readily determined Limited liability A The liability of Ducati under this Emission Control Systems Warranty is limited solely to the remedying of defects in material or workmanship
9. by an authorized Ducati motorcycle dealer at its place of business during customary business hours This warranty does not cover inconvenience or loss of use of the motorcycle or 77 vsa transportation of the motorcycle to or from the Ducati dealer Ducati shall not be liable for any other expenses loss or damage whether direct incidental consequential or exemplary arising in connection with the sale or use of or inability to use the Ducati motorcycle for any purpose Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of any incidental or consequential damages so the above limitations may not apply to you B No express emission control system warranty is given by Ducati except as specifically set forth herein Any emission control system warranty implied by law including any warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose is limited to the express emission control systems warranty terms stated in this warranty The foregoing statements of warranty are exclusive and in lieu of all other remedies Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts so the above limitation may not apply to you C No dealer is authorized to modify this Ducati Limited Emission Control Systems Warranty IV Legal rights This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state V This warranty is in addition to the Ducati limited motorcycle warranty
10. central position 3 Button warning horn 4 Button 0 passing Clutch lever fig 7 Lever 1 disengages the clutch It features a dial adjuster 2 for lever distance from the twistgrip on handlebar To set lever distance from twistgrip push lever 1 fully forward and turn the dial adjuster 2 to one of its four positions Remember that position no 1 gives maximum distance between lever and twistgrip whereas lever and twistgrip are closest when adjuster is set to position no When you pull in the lever 1 you will disengage the engine from the gearbox and therefore from the driving wheel Using the clutch properly is essential to smooth riding especially when moving off Warning Set clutch lever when motorcycle is stopped Important Using the clutch properly will avoid damage to transmission parts and spare the engine 15 Fast idle lever fig 8 The fast idle lever 1 is used to start the engine from cold and to increase the engine idle rotation speed after starting Control positions A vertical Control not activated Control fully activated The lever may also be placed on intermediate positions to match the progressive engine warming up see page 33 Important Never use this device when the engine is warm Do not run with the fast idle control on Right switch fig 9 1 Switch for ENGINE STOP two positions position O RUN run po
11. hydrocarbons is very important because under certain conditions they react to form photochemical smog when subjected to sunlight Carbon monoxide does not react in the same way but is toxic Ducati utilizes lean carburetor settings and other systems to reduce carbon monoxide and hydrocarbons Exhaust Emission Control System The Exhaust Emission Control System is composed of lean carburetor settings and no adjustments should be made except idle speed adjustments with the throttle stop screw The Exhaust Emission Control System is separate from the crankcase emission control system Crankcase Emission Control System The engine is equipped with a closed crankcase system to prevent discharging crankcase emissions into the atmosphere Blow by gas is returned to the combustion chamber through the air cleaner and the throttle body Evaporative Emission Control System California motorcycles are equipped with an evaporative emission control system which consists of a charcoal canister and associated piping This system prevents the escape of fuel vapors from the throttle body and fuel tank Tampering warning Tampering with Noise Control System Prohibited Federal Law prohibits the following acts or causing thereof 1 the removal or rendering inoperative by any person other than for purposes of maintenance repair or replacement of any device or element of design incorporated into any new vehicle for the purpose of noise control prior
12. safety defect exists in a group of vehicles it may order a recall and remedy campaign However NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you your dealer or Ducati North America To contact NHTSA you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll free at 1 800 424 9393 or 366 0123 in Washington D C area or write to NHTSA U S Department of Transportation Washington D C 20590 You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from the Hotline Safety warnings Traffic Rules vary from jurisdiction to jurisdiction Know the regulations in your jurisdiction before riding this motorcycle 70 Warning This motorcycle is designed and intended for use on streets and other smooth paved areas only Do not use this motorcycle on unpaved surfaces Such use could lead to upset or other accident Noise emission warranty Ducati Motor Holding S p A warrants that this exhaust system at the time of sale meets all applicable U S EPA Federal noise standards This warranty extends to the first person who buys this exhaust system for purposes other than resale and to all subsequent buyers Warranty claims should be directed to Ducati North America Inc 10443 Bandley Drive Cupertino California 95014 Tel 001 408 253 0499 Fax 001 408 253 4099 Noise and exhaust emission control system information Source of Emissions The combustion process produces carbon monoxide and hydrocarbons Control of
13. slow down and grip the fuel tank with your knees for better stability When quick acceleration is necessary as in passing shift to a lower gear to obtain the necessary power Do not down shift at too high to avoid damage to the engine from overreving Avoiding unnecessary weaving is important to the safety of both the rider and other motorists Do not exceed the legal speed limit or drive too fast for existing conditions High speed increases the influence of any condition affecting stability and the loss of control Operate motorcycle only at moderate speed and out of traffic until you have become thoroughly familiar with its operation and handling characteristics under all conditions This is a very high performance motorcycle designed and intended for use by experienced careful riders only A new motorcycle must be operated according to a special break in procedure see Running in recommendations Warning Before starting engine check for proper operation of brake clutch shifter throttle controls correct fuel and oil supply Gasoline is extremely flammable and is explosive under certain conditions Refuell a well ventilated area with the engine stopped Do not smoke or allow open flames or sparks when refuelling or servicing the fuel system Always close the fuel petcock when the engine is not running to prevent flooding of the throttle body Do not overfill fuel tank see instructions page 38 Motorcyc
14. than recommended intervals shown in the routine maintenance chart see Warranty Card Checking the coolant level fig 28 1 Check the coolant level in the expansion reservoir on the LH side of the motorcycle The coolant level must be between the MAX and MIN marks Top up if the level is too low Remove the h body panel and the fuel tank Lift the tail guard and undo the rear screw 2 fig 28 2 Remove the tank from its front clamping by pulling the tank backwards Move it to the right leaving fuel tubing connected Unscrew the filler 1 fig 28 1 and add a mixture consisting of water and antifreeze SHELL Advance Coolant or Glycoshell 35 40 of the volume up to MAX mark Tighten plug 1 and refit previously removed parts This mixture improves operating conditions coolant will start freezing at 20 C 4 F Coolant circuit capacity 3 5 cu dm liters Warning Place the motorcycle on a flat surface and make sure the engine is cold before proceeding 42 Checking brake and clutch fluid level Fluid level should never fall below the MIN mark on each reservoir fig 29 If level drops below the limit air might get into the circuit and affect the operation of the system involved Brake and clutch fluid must be topped up and changed at the intervals specified in the routine maintenance chart see Warranty Card by a Ducati Dealer or Authorized Workshop
15. the sight glass Top up oil level with SHELL Advance Ultra 4 if low Undo the filler plug 2 and top up to correct level Refit the plug Important Engine oil and oil filters must be changed by a Ducati Dealer or Authorized Workshop at regular intervals as specified in the routine maintenance chart see Warranty Viscosity SAE 10W 40 The other viscosity degrees indicated in the table can be used if the local average temperature is within the limits specified for that oil viscosity 56 fig 41 Multigrade Unigrade 40 C Cleaning and replacing the spark plugs fig 42 Spark plugs are essential to smooth engine running and should be checked at regular intervals This is done quite easily and quickly and provides a good measure of engine condition Remove the I h body panel remove the spark plug caps and spark plugs from the cylinder head using the wrench supplied with the motorcycle Check the color of the insulating ceramic material of the central electrode a light brown even color is a sign of good engine condition If color has altered or you find any dark deposits change the spark plug and report this to a Ducati Dealer or Authorized Workshop Check wear on the central electrode If it looks worn out or has a vitreous appearance change the spark plug Check electrode gap it should be 0 6 0 7 mm Important If the gap needs adjusting be very carefu
16. 2V 0 7 kW Tail light 12V 5 21W double filament bulb for stop light and parking light 12V 5W bulb for number plate light Note See Replacing bulbs on page 49 for relevant instructions Fuses The main fuse box fig 45 1 is located on the frame right side To expose the fuses take off the box protective cover Mounting position and ampere capacity are marked on it The fuse located on a side of the battery fig 45 2 protects the electronic regulator Remove the fuse cap 2 to expose it A blown fuse is identified by the interrupted inner filament 3 fig 45 3 Important Switch the ignition key to OFF before replacing the fuse to avoid possible short circuits Warning Never use a fuse with a rating other than specified Failure to observe this rule may damage the electric system or even lead to fire IN GOOD CONDITION BLOWN fig 45 3 Legend of the wiring diagram of electric system injection Right switch Key operated switch Ignition relay Fuse box Flasher Water temperature sensor instrument RH electric fan Starter motor Solenoid starter Battery 11 Regulator fuse 12 Regulator 13 Generator SLMBNATAWN 68 Rear right turn indicator Tail light Number plate lighting bulb Rear left turn indicator Fuel tank Diagnosis connector Injection relay Horizontal cylinder coil Vertical cylinder coil Horizontal cylinder spark plug Vert
17. Owner s manual DUCATI 998s FINAL EDITION Hearty welcome among Ducati fans Please accept our best compliments for choosing a Ducati motorcycle We think you will ride your Ducati motorcycle for long journeys as well as short daily trips Ducati Motor Holding s p a wishes you smooth and enjoyable riding We are steadily doing our best to improve our Technical Assistance service For this reason we recommend you to strictly follow the indications given in this manual especially for motorcycle running in In this way your Ducati motorbike will surely give you unforgettable emotions For any servicing or suggestions you might need please contact our authorized service centres Enjoy your ride Note Ducati Motor Holding S p A declines any liability whatsoever for any mistakes incurred in drawing up this manual The information contained herein is valid at the time of going to print Ducati Motor Holding S p A reserves the right to make any changes required by the future development of the above mentioned products For your safety as well as to preserve the warranty reliability and worth of your motorcycle use original Ducati spare parts only Warning This manual forms an integral part of the motorcycle and if a transfer of title occurs must always be handed over to the new owner TABLE OF CONTENTS General 6 Warranty 6 Symbols 6 Useful information for safe riding 7 Carrying the maximum load allowe
18. Position of motorcycle controls fig 2 Instrument panel Key operated ignition switch and steering lock Left switch Clutch lever Choke lever Right switch Throttle twistgrip Front brake lever Gear change pedal Rear brake pedal SOHANDARWN gt fig 2 Instrument panel fig 4 Speedometer km h or mph ives road speed Odometer km or miles ives total distance covered Trip meter km or miles ives distance covered since last resetting Trip meter resetting knob urn to reset trip meter to 0000 Engine revolution meter rom dicates engine rpm Neutral light N green on when gearbox is in neutral Fuel warning light yellow on when there are about 4 liters fuel left in the nk Turn indicator light gt green omes on and flashes when a turn indicator is on Oil pressure light 7 red Comes on when engine oil pressure is too low It comes on when the ignition is switched to ON and normally goes out a few seconds after engine starts It may shortly come on when the engine is hot however it should go out as the engine revs up 7 aon Important If this light 6 stays on stop the engine or it may suffer severe damage 7 High beam light 20 blue Comes on when right high beam is on 8 Water temperature indicator 2 Indicates engine coolant temperature
19. ROL LABEL Engine displacement mam Evap family m haust control system THIS VEHICLE CONFORMS TO U S AND CALIFORNIA REGULATIONS APPLICABLE TO 1998 MODEL YEAR NEW MOTORCYCLES AND IS CERTIFIED TO 1 4 HC G KM ENGINE FAMILY EXHAUST EMISSION STANDARD IN CALIFORNIA ENGINE TUNE UP SPECIFICATIONS Engine famiy se This veblle conforms US TEM SPECIFICATIONS INSTRUCTIONS EPA and Calfgmia regulations IGNITION TIMING M BTDC at idle speed adjustment Apiicabla to modal year IDLE SPEED RPM an No adjustment ne IDLE MIXTURE No adjustment Opening mam VALVE CLEARANCE in amp ex See Service Manual Closing Hmm SPARK PLUG CHAMPION SPARK PLUG GAP mm 05 0 6 BUCATIMOTOR TRAPSES Via 40132 BOLOGNA ro vernon 7 8 HELMETHOLDER MOTORCYCLE NOISE EMISSION CONTROL INFORMATION j UNDER THE SEAT i MOOR 10 11 OIL SAE 20W50 FUEL Unleaded gasoline DUCATINVOTOR spa BOLOGNA ITALY J MEETS EPA NOISE EMISSION REQUIREMENTS OF E dBA AT EE RPM BY THE FEDERAL TEST PROCEDURE MODIFICATIONS WHICH CAUSE THIS MOTORCYCLE TO EXCEED FEDERAL NOISE STANDARDS ARE PROHIBITED BY FEDERAL LAW SEE OWNER S MANUAL 9 75 USA California evaporation emission system This system consists of fig C 1 War
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21. ad allowed in full safety Even weight distribution is critical to preserving safety features and avoiding trouble when performing sudden manoeuvres or riding on bumpy roads Information about carrying capacity The total weight of the motorcycle in running order including rider pillion passenger luggage and additional accessories should not exceed 375 Kg Arrange your luggage or heavy accessories in the lowest possible position and close to motorcycle centre Be sure to secure the luggage to the supports provided on the motorcycle as firmly as possible Improperly secured luggage may affect stability Never fix bulky or heavy objects to the handlebar or to the front mud guard as this would affect stability and cause danger Do not insert any objects you may need to carry into the gaps of the frame as these may foul moving parts Make sure the tyres are inflated to the proper pressure indicated at page 54 and that they are in good condition Identification data All Ducati motorcycles have two identification numbers for frame fig 1 1 and engine fig 1 2 Frame number Engine number Note These numbers identify the motorcycle model and are required when ordering spare parts CONTROLS Warning This section details the position and function of all the controls you need to drive your motorcycle Be sure to read this information carefully before you use the controls
22. art the engine when it is warm Warning Before starting the engine become familiar with the controls you will need to use when riding Regular ambient temperature 10 C 50 F to 35 C 95 F 1 Move the ignition key to ON fig 21 1 Make sure both the green light N and the red light on the instrument panel come on Important The oil pressure light should go out a few seconds after the engine has started page 11 If the light stays on stop the engine and check oil level Do not start the engine if oil pressure is insufficient Warning A The side stand must be fully up horizontal position as its safety sensor prevents engine start when down 2 Move the fast idle lever 1 to B fig 21 2 3 Check that the stop switch 3 fig 21 3 is positioned to RUN then press the starter button 4 Let the engine start without using the throttle control Important Never operate the electric start button more than 5 seconds at a time If needed allow 10 seconds before attempting to restart the engine 4 Move the fast idle lever 1 to its vertical position A fig 21 2 Important Do not rev up the engine when it is cold Allow some time for oil to reach all points that need lubricating High ambient temperature over 35 C 95 F Follow the same procedure for Regular ambient temperature however do not use the device 1 Cold ambient temperature below 10 C 50 F Follow the pro
23. box in neutral When starting the bike with a gear engaged pull the clutch lever in this case the side stand must be up fig 15 Steering damper fig 16 The steering damper is before the tank and is secured to the frame and the steering head It gives improved steering accuracy and stability thus also improving motorcycle road behavior under any riding conditions Turn the knob 1 clockwise for a harder setting 2 counterclockwise for a softer setting 3 A click identifies the different settings Warning Never attempt to set knob 1 while riding or you may lose control of the motorcycle Important In case the headstock angle is changed the steering damper must be repositioned see page 47 25 Front fork adjusters The front fork has rebound and compression damping adjusters This adjustment is done using the outer adjusters 1 fig 17 1 to adjust rebound damping 2 fig 17 1 to adjust inner springs preload 3 fig 17 2 to adjust compression damping Put and secure the motorcycle in vertical position Turn the adjuster 1 on fork leg top with a 3mm wrench to adjust rebound damping To turn adjuster 3 fita 3mm wrench through the hole as shown in figure 17 2 As you turn the adjusting screws 1 and 3 you will hear them click Each click identifies a setting Turn the screw all the way in to set the hardest damping position 0 This will be your starting point
24. cedure for Regular ambient temperature however allow 5 minutes for the engine to warm up 33 fig 21 3 34 Moving off 1 Disengage the clutch squeezing the control lever 2 Push down on gear change lever sharply with the tip of your foot to engage the first gear 3 Speed up engine by turning the throttle twistgrip and slightly releasing the clutch lever at the same time The motorcycle will start moving off 4 Let go of clutch lever and speed up 5 To shift to second gear close the throttle to slow down engine disengage the clutch right away lift the gear change lever and let go of clutch lever To shift down release the twistgrip pull the clutch control lever shortly speed up to help gears synchronize shift down and release the clutch The controls should be used correctly and timely when riding uphill do not hesitate to shift down as soon as the motorcycle tends to slow down so you will avoid lugging the engine and stressing the motorcycle abnormally Important Avoid harsh accelerations as this may lead to misfiring and transmission snatching The clutch lever should not be pulled longer than necessary after gear is engaged or friction parts may overheat and wear out Braking Slow down in time shift down to engine brake first and then brake applying both brakes Pull the clutch lever before stopping the motorcycle to avoid sudden engine stop Warn
25. crew 1 of the wing mirrors and remove them from the headlamp fairing supports Undo the two fastening screws 2 fig 26 2 of the headlight support and disconnect the four connectors 3 joining the two body panels together Important At reassembly apply medium strength threadlocker onto the screw threading 1 o CA 298 DON fig 26 2 40 Cleaning and changing air filters fig 27 1 Air filters should be changed at recommended intervals as indicated in the scheduled maintenance table see Warranty Card To gain access to the cases remove the fairings and the headlight fairing see page 39 40 Undo the eight fastening screws of the outer cover 1 fig 27 1 Remove the cover but leave it hanging from the turn indicator cable Do not remove the reduction element 4 from its seat Remove the filter 2 fig 27 2 from its seat on the inner cover 3 Clean the filter cartridge with compressed air or fit a new one if needed Important A dirty filter will reduce air intake increase fuel consumption reduce engine power and foul the spark plugs Do not use the motorcycle without filter or suspended matters could get into the engine and cause damage Install the filter properly into its seat as indicaed in fig 27 2 on the inner cover and refit all the parts you have removed Important If you are using the motorcycle on dusty or very wet roads replace filter more frequently
26. d 6 gear Each time you move the pedal you will engage the next gear fig 10 Setting the gear change and rear brake pedals The gear change and rear brake pedals can be adjusted to suit the preferred riding position of each rider To set the gear change pedal lock linkage 1 and loosen the check nuts 2 and 3 Note Nut 2 has left hand thread Fit an open end wrench to the hexagon portion of linkage 1 Rotate linkage until setting pedal in the desired position Tighten both check nuts onto linkage To set the rear brake pedal loosen check nut 4 Turn pedal travel adjusting screw 5 until pedal is in the desired position Tighten check nut 4 Work pedal by hand to make sure it has 1 5 2 mm free play before brake begins to bite If not so set the length of cylinder linkage as follows Loosen the check nut 6 on cylinder linkage Tighten linkage into fork 7 to increase play or unscrew linkage to reduce it Tighten check nut 6 and check pedal free play again MAIN COMPONENTS AND DEVICES Location fig 12 Tank filler plug 2 Seat catch 3 Side stand Hook for helmet fastening cable Steering damper Rear view mirrors 7 Front fork adjusters 8 Rear shock absorber adjusters 9 Motorcycle track alignment linkage 20 fig 12 Tank filler plug fig 13 Opening Lift the protection lid 1 and f
27. d 8 Identification data 9 Controls 10 Position of motorcycle controls 10 Instrument panel 11 Keys 12 Ignition switch and steering lock 13 Left switch 14 Clutch lever 15 Fast idle lever 16 Right switch 17 Throttle twistgrip 17 Front brake lever 17 Rear brake pedal 18 Gear change pedal 18 Setting the gear change and rear brake pedals 19 Main components and devices 20 Location 20 Tank filler plug 21 Seat catch and helmet hook 22 Side stand 24 Steering damper 25 Front fork adjusters 26 Shock absorber adjusters 28 Changing motorcycle track alignement 29 Directions for use 31 Running in recommendations 31 Pre ride checks 32 Starting the engine 33 Moving off 35 Braking 35 Stopping the motorcycle 36 Refueling 36 Parking 37 Tool kit and accessories 38 Main maintenance operations 39 Removing the fairing 39 Cleaning and changing air filters 41 Checking the coolant level 42 Checking brake and clutch fluid level 43 Checking brake pads for wear 44 Lubricating cables and joints 45 Throttle cable adjustment 45 Charging the battery 46 Adjusting headstock angle 47 Chain tension inspection 48 Chain lubrication 48 Replacing bulbs 49 Beam setting 53 Rear view mirror adjustment 54 Tubeless tyres 54 Checking engine oil level 56 Cleaning and replacing the spark plugs 57 Cleaning the motorcycle 58 Storing the bike away 59 Important notes 59 Technical data 60 Overall dimensions 60 Weights 60 Top ups
28. d be reached only after correct running in period with the motorcycle properly serviced at the recommended intervals see Warranty Card Max speed over 270 Km h Spark plugs Make CHAMPION Type RG 4 HC Brakes Front brake With double drilled disc Material steel Disc diameter 320 Hydraulically operated by a control lever on right handlebar Braking surface 79 sq cm Brake calipers with separate pistons Make BREMBO Type 34 4 pistons Friction material TOSHIBA TT 2172 Master cylinder type PSC 15 Rear brake With fixed drilled steel disc Disc diameter 220 mm Hydraulically operated by a pedal on R H side Braking surface 25 sq cm Make BREMBO Type 32 2 pistons Friction material FERIT I D 450 FF Master cylinder type PS 11 Warning Brake fluid can dissolve paintwork and cause severe eye and skin injuries in the event of accidental spilling Wash the affected area with abundant running water 63 Transmission Dry clutch operated by a control lever on left handlebar Drive is transmitted from engine to gearbox main shaft via spur gears Gear ratio 32 59 6 speed gearbox with constant mesh gears gear change pedal on left side of motorcycle Front rear sprocket ratio 15 36 Total gear ratios 1 gear 15 37 24 gear 17 30 3 gear 20 28 4 gear 22 26 5 gear 23 24 6 24 23 Drive chain from gearbox rear wheel Make DID Type
29. d during standard use rpm 1 up to 1000 km 2 from 1000 to 2500 km fig 20 Up to 1000 km During the first 1000 km keep an eye on the revolution meter The indicator must not exceed 6500 7000 rpm During the first hours of riding it is advisable to run the engine at varying load and rpm though still within recommended limit To this end roads with plenty of bends and even slightly hilly areas are ideal for a most efficient running in of engine brakes and suspensions For the first 100 km use the brakes gently Do not brake violently or keep brake applied for too long This will enable a correct break in of friction material on brake pads against brake discs For all mechanical moving parts of the motorcycle to adapt to one another and above all not to adversely affect the life of basic engine parts it is advisable to avoid harsh accelerations and not to run the engine at high rpm for too long especially uphill Furthermore the drive chain should be inspected frequently Lubricate it as required From 1000 to 2500 km You can squeeze some more power out of the engine but remember never to exceed 9000 Run in the engine in these conditions for 2500 km The more strictly you follow these indications the longer and trouble free will be the life of the engine 31 Important During the whole running in period the maintenance and service rules recommended in the Warranty Card should be obser
30. d limits where these are posted However always adjust your speed to the visibility road and traffic conditions you are riding in Always signal your intention to turn or pull to the next lane in good time using the suitable turn indicators Be sure you are Clearly visible and do not ride within the blind spot of vehicles ahead Be very careful when tackling road junctions or when riding in the areas near exits from private grounds car parks or on slip roads to access motorways Always turn off the engine when refueling Be extremely careful not to spill fuel on the engine or on the exhaust pipe when refueling Do not smoke when refueling While refueling you may inhale noxious fuel vapors Should any fuel drops be spilled on your skin or clothing immediately wash with soap and water and change your clothing Always remove the key when you leave your motorcycle unattended The engine exhaust pipes and mufflers stay hot for a long time Warning The exhaust system might be hot even after engine is switched off pay particular attention not to touch exhaust system with any body part and do not park the vehicle next to inflammable material wood leaves etc Park your motorcycle where no one is likely to hit it and use the side stand Never park on uneven or soft ground or your motorcycle may fall over Carrying the maximum load allowed Your motorcycle is designed for long distance riding carrying the maximum lo
31. e preload adjusting nut Be careful when turning the nut to avoid hurting your hand hitting motorcycle parts The pin may slip out of the nut recess while carrying out such operation Warning The shock absorber is filled with gas under pressure and may cause severe damage if taken apart by unskilled persons Changing motorcycle track alignment fig 19 2 Motorcycle track alignment is the result of tests carried out under different riding conditions by our technical staff Modifying factory setting is a very delicate operation which may lead to serious damages if carried out by unskilled people Before changing standard setting measure the reference value H fig 19 1 The rider can modify track alignment according to his her needs by changing working position of the shock absorber Loosen lock nuts 3 to change ball joints 1 distance between centers Note Be careful because lower nut 3 has a left thread Fit an open end wrench to the hexagon portion of linkage 2 and turn When finished tighten the nuts 3 to 25 Nm Warning Length of linkage 2 included between the two joint center lines 1 should not exceed 261 mm UNIBALL articulated head A maximum extension is 5 threadings i e 7 5 mm B B fig 27 30 DIRECTIONS FOR USE Running in recommendations Max rotation speed fig 20 Rotation speed for running in period an
32. e riding in addition to wearing protective apparel is extremely important Do not let protective apparel give you a false sense of security Before changing lanes look over your shoulder to make sure the way is clear Do not rely solely on the rear view mirror may misjudge a vehicle s distance and speed or you may not see it at all When going up steep slopes shift to a lower gear so that there is plenty of power to spare rather than overloading the engine When applying the brakes use both the front and rear brakes Applying only one brake for sudden braking may cause the motorcycle to skid and lose control When going down long slopes control vehicle speed by closing the throttle Use the front and rear brakes for auxiliary braking Riding at the proper rate of speed and avoiding unnecessarily fast acceleration are important not only for safety and low fuel consumption but also for long vehicle life and quieter operation When riding in wet conditions or on loose roadway surfaces the ability to maneuver will be reduced All of your actions should be smooth under these conditions Sudden acceleration braking or turning may cause loss of control 72 When the roadway is wet rely more on the throttle to control vehicle speed and less on the front and rear brakes The throttle should also be used judiciously to avoid skidding the rear wheel from too rapid acceleration or deceleration On rough roads exercise caution
33. ed by headlamp center and a vertical one in line with the longitudinal axis of motorcycle If possible perform this check in dim light Switch on the low beam The height of the light spot measured at the upper limit between dark and lightea up area should not exceed 9 10th of the height from ground of headlamp center Note The procedure described here is in compliance with the Italian Standard establishing the maximum height of the light beam Owners in other countries will adapt said procedure to the provisions in force in their countries The height of the light beam can be corrected using the adjusting screw 1 fig 39 2 on the beam front remove protection cap first Turn the screw clockwise to lower the beam turn anticlockwise to lift Rear view mirror adjustment Using a cross section screwdriver undo the screw 2 fig 39 2 manually adjust the mirror and tighten the screws 54 Tubeless tyres Tyre pressure Front 2 1 bar 2 3 Kg sq cm Rear 2 2 bar 2 4 Kg sq As tyre pressure is affected by temperature and altitude variations you are advised to check and adjust it whenever you are riding in areas where ample variations in temperature or altitude occur Important Check and adjust tyre pressure when tyres are cold To avoid front wheel rim distortion when riding on bumpy roads increase tyre pressure by 0 2 0 3 bar Tyre repair or replacement Tubeless In the ev
34. ent of a tiny puncture tubeless tyres will take a long time to deflate as they tend to keep air inside If you find low pressure on one tyre check the tyre for punctures Warning A tyre must be replaced when punctured Replace tyres with recommended standard tyres only Be sure to tighten the valve caps securely to avoid leaks when riding Never use tube type tyres Failure to heed this warning may lead to sudden tyre bursting and to serious danger to rider and passenger After replacing a tyre the wheel must be balanced Important Do not remove or shift the wheel balancing weights Note If tyres need replacing contact a Ducati Dealer or Authorized Workshop to make sure wheels are removed and refitted correctly Minimum tread depth Measure tread depth S fig 40 at the point where tread is most worn down It should not be less than 2 mm anyway not below the legal limit Important Visually inspect the tyres at regular intervals for detecting cracks and cuts especially on the side walls bulges or large spots that are indicative of internal damage Replace them if badly damaged Remove any stones or other foreign bodies caught in the tread 55 Checking engine oil level fig 41 Engine oil level can be checked through the sight glass 1 provided on the clutch cover When checking oil level the motorcycle should be upright and the engine cold Oil level should be between the marks near
35. ge 40 to reach the instrument panel bulbs One or two bulbs are fitted under each instrument Pull out the bulb holder 1 under the instrument involved remove the bulb and fit new one Turn indicators fig 37 Remove the screw 1 and detach the glass 2 from the body The bulb is of the bayonet type press and rotate anti clockwise to remove fit the spare bulb by pressing and turning clockwise until it clicks Refit the glass sliding the small tab A into the suitable slot in the indicator body and tighten the screw 1 fig 37 51 Stop light fig 38 1 To replace the stop and parking light bulb lift the tail guard and unscrew the two screws 1 that secure the glass 2 The bulb is of the bayonet type press and rotate anti clockwise to remove fit the spare bulb by pressing and turning clockwise until it clicks Refit the glass 2 Number plate light fig 38 2 To expose the number plate light bulb withdraw the lamp holder from the number plate holder then extract the bulb and replace it fig 38 2 52 Beam setting fig 39 1 When checking the beam setting put the motorcycle upright Tyres should be inflated at the correct pressure and one person should be sitting astride the motorcycle keeping it at right angles to its longitudinal axis Place the motorcycle opposite a wall or a screen 10 meters apart from it then draw a horizontal line dictat
36. heel can be quickly replaced Tyres Front tyre Tubeless radial tyre Size 120 70 ZR17 Rear tyre Tubeless radial tyre Size 190 50 ZR17 65 Suspensions Front Hydraulic upside down fork provided with outer adjuster for rebound compression and preload for inner springs of fork legs Stanchion diameter 43mm Travel along leg axis 120 mm Rear Of the progressive type thanks to a rocker arm connecting frame and upper pivot point of the shock absorber The shock absorber enables the adjustment of rebound and compression damping and spring preload At the bottom pivot point it is connected to a light alloy single sided swingarm The swingarm hinges on a pivot pin passing through the frame and engine The whole system gives the bike excellent stability Travel 71mm Wheel travel 130 mm 66 Available colours Ducati anniversary red 473 101 PPG metal color frame and wheel rims Electric system Basic electric items are front headlamp consisting of the following 12V 55W low beam unit poly ellipsoidal with capacitor 12V 55W high beam unit parking light with no 2 12V 5W bulbs Instrument panel 12V 1 2W warning lights 12V 2W instrument lights Electrical controls on handlebars Turn indicators 12V 10W bulbs Horn Stop light switches Battery 12V 10Ah Generator 12V 520W Electronic voltage regulator rectifier protected by a 40 A fuse near the battery Starter motor 1
37. ical cylinder spark plug Horizontal cylinder injector Vertical cylinder injector Throttle position sensor Timing engine rpm sensors Water temperature sensor CPU Side stand switch Injection ignition unit LH electric fan Neutral light switch Oil pressure switch Rear stop light switch Front stop light switch Left switch Air temperature pressure sensor Instruments Front left turn indicator Warning horn High beam relay Headlamp Front right turn indicator Wire color coding P Pink G Green W White O Orange Y Yellow B Blue Bn Brown R Red V Violet Gr Grey Lb Light blue Bk Black Legend of tuse box 4 Pos Description Rat 1 9 Main switch 30A 2 10 Fuel pump injectors coils 20A 3 11 Key sense 7 5A 4 12 CPU power supply 3A 5 13 High beam and low beam 15A 6 14 Turn indicators warning lights 10A parking lights and instrument panel lights 7 15 Stop warning horn 7 5A 8 16 Cooling electric fan 7 5A 5 Note this manual The electric system wiring diagram is at the end of 69 FOR UNITED STATES OF AMERICA VERSION ONLY Reporting of safety defects If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA in addition to notifying Ducati North America If NHTSA receives similar complaints it may open an investigation and if it finds that a
38. ing Use both brake lever and pedal for effective braking Using only one of the brakes will give you less braking power Never use brake controls harshly or violently or you may lock the wheels and lose control of the motorcycle When riding in the rain or on slippery surfaces braking will become less effective Always use the brakes very gently and carefully when riding under these conditions Any sudden manoeuvres may lead to loss of control When tackling long high gradient downhill road tracts shift down gears to use engine braking Apply one brake at a time and use brakes sparingly Keeping the brakes applied all the time would cause the friction material to overheat and reduce braking power dangerously Underinflated tyres reduce braking efficiency and may affect safe riding and motorcycle good handling while turning 35 Stopping the motorcycle If you let go of the throttle twistgrip the motorcycle will slow down gradually and smoothly Then shift down releasing the clutch and finally change from first to neutral Apply brakes and you will bring the motorcycle to a complete stop To switch the engine off simply turn the key to OFF page 13 Important Never leave the key in the ON position when engine is stopped or this will damage the electric components Warning Using padlocks or other locks designed to prevent motorcycle motion such as brake disc locks rear sprocket locks and so on is dangerous and may impa
39. ir motorcycle operation and affect the safety of rider and passenger 36 Refueling fig 22 1 Never overfill the tank when refueling Fuel should never be touching the rim of filler recess Warning Make sure there is no fuel trapped in the filler plug recess Max level Cre _ fig 22 1 Parking Stop and park the motorcycle on the side stand see page 24 To avoid theft turn the handlebar fully left and block it by turning the ignition key to the LOCK fig 22 2 position If you park in a garage or other facilities make sure that there is proper ventilation and that the motorcycle is not near a source of heat You may leave the parking lights on by turning the key to position P fig 22 2 Important Do not leave the key turned to P for long periods or the battery will run down Never leave the ignition key in the switch when you are leaving your bike unattended Warning The exhaust system might be hot even after engine is switched off pay particular attention not to touch exhaust system with any body part and do not park the vehicle next to inflammable material wood leaves etc Warning Using padlocks or other locks designed to prevent motorcycle motion such as brake disc locks rear sprocket locks and so on is dangerous and may impair motorcycle operation and affect the safety of rider and passenger fig 22 2 37 Tool kit and accessorie
40. it the ignition key into the lock Turn the key clockwise 1 4 turn to unlock Lift the plug Closing Refit the plug with the key in it and push it down into its seat Turn the key anticlockwise to its initial position and take it out Close the lock protection lid 1 D Note The plug can only be closed with the key in Warning Always make sure you have properly refitted see page 36 and closed the plug after each refueling 21 Seat catch and helmet hook Opening fig 14 1 and fig 14 3 Fit the ignition key into the lock 1 and turn the key clockwise Pull gently the tail guard 2 outwards and lift it until it rests onto the fuel tank On the rear end of the compartment underneath the seat there is the helmet fastening cable Insert the cable A into the helmet and insert the ends of the cable into the hook Leave the helmet hanging outside fig 14 2 and refit the seat Warning This system is intended to lock your helmet safely when you park your motorcycle Never leave the helmet hanging from the hook when riding or it may get in the way and make you lose contro of the motorcycle Inserting the cable under the subframe from the left side will enable to lock the seat 22 Closing Monoposto fig 14 3 Properly arrange objects in the compartment underneath the seat Lower the tail guard and bring it back in horizontal position Press on the rear end 2 until you hea
41. itial retail delivery whichever first occurs I Coverage Warranty defects shall be remedied during customary business hours at any authorized Ducati motorcycle dealer located within the United States of America in compliance with the Clean Air Act and applicable regulations of the United States Environmental Protection Agency and the California Air Resources Board Any part or parts replaced under this warranty shall become the property of Ducati In the state of California only emissions related warranted parts are specifically defined by that state s Emissions Warranty Parts List These warranted parts are carburetor and internal parts intake manifold fuel tank fuel injection system spark advance mechanism crankcase breather air cutoff valves fuel tank cap for evaporative emission controlled vehicles oil filler cap pressure control valve fuel vapor separator canister igniters breaker governors ignition coils ignition wires ignition points condensers and spark plugs if failure occors prior to the first scheduled replacement and hoses clamps fittings and tubing used directly in these parts Since emission related parts may vary from model to model certain models may not contain all of these parts and certain models may contain functionally equivalent parts In the state of California only Emission Control System emergency repairs as provided for in the California Administrative Code may be performed by other than
42. l hub assembly electric system front fork seals air inlets or exhaust silencers and adversely affect the operation of motorcycle safety features If needed clean off stubborn dirt or exceeding grease from engine parts using a degreasing agent Be sure to avoid contact with drive parts chain sprockets etc Rinse with warm water and dry all surfaces with chamois leather Warning Loss of braking may occur immediately after washing the motorcycle 58 Never grease or lubricate the brake discs Loss of braking and further accidents may occur Clean the discs with an oil free solvent Storing the bike away If the motorcycle is to be left unridden over long periods it is advisable to carry out the following operations before storing it away clean the motorcycle remove tank drain plug and seal and drain all fuel from tank pour a few drops of engine oil into the cylinders through the spark plug seats then crank the engine by hand a few times so a protective film of oil will spread on cylinder inner walls place the motorcycle on the paddock stand disconnect and remove the battery Battery should be checked and charged whenever the motorcycle has been left unridden for over a month protect the motorcycle with a suitable canvas that will protect paintwork and let condensate breathe out A special canvas is available from Ducati Performance Important notes Some countries such as France Germany Great Britain Swit
43. l when bending the side electrode If gap is too wide or too close engine performance will be affected This could also cause difficult starting or irregular idling Clean the electrode and the insulating material accurately using a small metal brush and check seal condition Clean the seat in the cylinder head Be careful not to let any foreign matters fall into the combustion chamber Refit spark plug into cylinder head Snug it finger tight until it is fully seated into the head Tighten the spark plug to 20 Nm If you do not have a torque wrench you can use the wrench supplied with the tool kit to tighten the spark plug an additional 1 2 turn Important Never use spark plugs with a heat rating other than recommended or a thread length other than standard Spark plugs should be tightened properly 0 6 0 7 mm fig 42 57 Cleaning the motorcycle To preserve the finish of metal parts and paintwork wash and clean your motorcycle at regular intervals anyway according to the road conditions you ride in Use specific products only Prefer biodegradable products Avoid aggressive detergents or solvents Important Do not wash your motorcycle right after use When the motorcycle is still hot water drops will evaporate faster and spot hot surfaces Never clean the motorcycle using hot or high pressure water jets Cleaning the motorcycle with water cleaners may lead to seizure or severe failure of front fork whee
44. le 5 Tighten the screw 4 previously removed and apply some medium strentgh threadlocker Important The steering lock can be used only if the steering tube is positioned at 24 30 Chain tension inspection fig 34 With the motorcycle on the side stand the chain must have a min distance of 25 mm from the swingarm If this is not the case contact a Ducati Dealer or Authorized Workshop for proper chain tensioning Warning Correct tightening of the eccentric hub clamping screws is essential to rider and pillion passenger s safety Important Improper chain tension will lead to early wear of transmission parts Chain lubrication The chain fitted on your motorcycle has O rings that keep dirt out of and lubricant inside the sliding parts The seals might be irreparably damaged if the chain is cleaned using any solvent other than those specific for O ring chains or washed using steam or water jets After cleaning blow the chain dry or dry it using absorbent material and apply SHELL Advance Chain or Advance Teflon Chain on each link 48 Important Using non specific lubricants may lead to severe damage to chain front and rear sprocket Tensione catena sul cavalletto laterale Chain tension adjustment on side stand fig 34 Replacing bulbs Before replacing a burnt out bulb make sure that the new one complies with voltage and wattage as specified on page 66 Elec
45. le exhaust contains poisonous carbon monoxide gas Do not inhale exhaust gases and never run the engine in a closed garage or confined area Use only Ducati approved parts and accessories This motorcycle was not intended to be equipped with a sidecar or to be used to tow any trailer or other vehicle Ducati does not manufacture sidecars or trailers and cannot predict the effects of such accessories on handling or stability but can only warn that the effects will be adverse and any damage to motorcycle components caused by the use of such accessories will not be remedied under warranty Warning Do not ride the motorcycle with helmets attached to the hook the helmets could cause an accident by distracting the operator or interfering with normal vehicle operation Protective apparel Always wear a helmet Most motorcycle accident fatalities are due to head injuries For safety eye protection gloves and high top sturdy boots should also be worn The exhaust system becomes very hot during operation never touch the exhaust system Wear clothing that fully covers your legs Do not wear loose clothing which could catch on the control levers footrests wheels or chain Any amount of alcoho will significantly interfere with your ability to safely operate your motorcycle Don t drink and ride Vehicle identification number V LN Every Ducati motorcycle is identified by two identification numbers see page 9 Figure A specifical
46. ly shows the identification numbers DUCATI TYPE OF MOTORCYCLE PLANT OF MANUFACTURE SEQUENTIAL NUMBER MODEL YEAR _ ZDM 15 5 000000 Varies can be thru 9 or X Check digit fig A 73 q S Label location fig B a 7 fig B 74 WARNING DO NOT ATTEMPT TO LOOK THROUGH THIS FAIRING THIS IS NOT WINDSHIELD BUT AN AERODYNAMIC FAIRING ONLY FAILURE TO OBSERVE THIS WARNING COULD RESULT IN A COLLISION OR OBJECTS IN MIRROR ARE CLOSER THAN THEY APPEAR Manufactured by DUCATIMOTOR spa GVWR Lbs Silks DATE UPSET AND CONSEQUENT SEFIOUSBODLY INUFY summa 9 GAWR front Lbs ike vith LE jcc TT RIM at PSI cold 7 GAWR rear MEN ps with EE rc EEE RIM 21 MB PSI cold This vehicle conforms to all applicable Federal Motor Vehicle Safety standards in effect on the date of manufacture shown above Vehicle LD No classification Motorcycle 3 CAUTION Tensione catena sul cavalletto laterale WARNING NEVER FILL TANK SO FUEL LEVEL RISES INTO FILLER DAN TAONA NOE on CONTAINS HIGHLY COMPRESSED NECK IF TANK IS OVERFILLED HEAT MAY CAUSE GAS USE ONLY PERFECTLY DRY FUEL TO EXPAND AND FLOW INTO EVAPORATIVE NITROGEN GAS OTHER GASES MAY EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM RESULTING IN HARD ee Rono STARTING AND ENGINE HESITATION Hert VEHICLE EMISSION CONT
47. m air inlet 2 Canister 3 Dell Orto jet 4 Fuel tank c Breather pipe d Drain pipe Important In the event of fuel system malfunction contact Ducati s authorized Service Centres CANISTER fig C 76 Ducati limited warranty on emission control system Ducati North America Inc 10443 Bandley Drive Cupertino California 95014 warrants that each new 1998 and later Ducati motorcycle that includes as standard equipment a headlight tail light and stoplight and is street legal A is designed built and equipped so as to conform at the time of initial retail purchase with all applicable regulations of the United States Environmental Protection Agency and the California Air Resources Board and B is free from defects in material and workmanship which cause such motorcycle to fail to conform with applicable regulations of the United States Environmental Protection Agency or the California Air Resources Board for a period of use depending on the engine displacement of 12 000 kilometers 7 456 miles if the motorcycle s engine displacement is less than 170 cubic centimeters of 18 000 kilometers 11 185 miles if the motorcycle s engine displacement is equal to or greater than 170 cubic centimeters but less than 280 cubic centimeters or of 30 000 kilometers 18 641 miles if the motorcycle s engine displacement is 280 cubic centimeters or greater or 5 five years from the date of in
48. nce Chain or Advance Teflon Chain Speedometer cable SHELL Alvania R3 or Retinax LX 2 grease Steering bearings SHELL Alvania R3 or Retinax LX 2 grease Protectant for electric contacts Spray for electric systems _ SHELL Advance Contact Cleaner Front fork SHELL Advance Fork 7 5 or Donax TA 0 480 each leg Cooling circuit Antifreeze SHELL Advance Coolant or 3 5 Glycoshell 35 40 water Important Additives to fuel or lubricants are not allowed 61 Engine Twin cylinder four stroke 90 L type longitudinal Bore mm 100 Stroke mm 63 5 Total displacement 998 Compression ratio 1 11 440 5 Max power at crankshaft 95 1 kW CV 100 136 at 10 200 rom Max torque at crankshaft 95 1 EC 10 3 at 8000 Max rotation speed 10 500 Important Do not exceed specified rotation speed limits under any running condition Timing system Desmodromic type with four valves per cylinder operated by eight rocker arms 4 opening rockers and 4 closing rockers and two overhead camshafts It is operated by the crankshaft through spur gears belt rollers and toothed belts 62 Desmodromic timing system fig 44 1 Opening or upper rocker 2 Opening rocker shim 3 Closing or lower rocker shim 4 Return spring for lower rocker 5 Closing or lower rocker 6 Camshaft 7 Valve Performance data Maximum speed in any gear shoul
49. ning Failure to comply with these instructions may put you at risk and lead to severe injury or death Important Possibility of damaging the motorcycle and or its components Note Additional information concerning the job being carried out The terms right and left are referred to the motorcycle viewed from the riding position Useful information for safe riding Warning Read this section before riding your motorcycle Accidents are frequently due to inexperience Always make sure you have your licence with you when riding you need a valid licence to be entitled to ride your motorcycle Do not lend your motorcycle to inexperienced riders or who not hold a valid licence Both rider and pillion passenger must always wear suitable gear and a safety helmet Wear proper clothing with no loose items or accessories that may become tangled in the controls or limit your zone of vision Never start or run the engine indoors Exhaust gases are poisonous and may lead to loss of consciousness or even death within a short time Both rider and pillion passenger should keep their feet on the footpegs when the motorcycle is in motion Always hold the handlebars firmly with both hands so you will be ready for sudden changes of direction or in the road surface The pillion passenger should always hold on to the suitable belt on the rear seat with both hands Ride within the law and observe national and local rules Always respect spee
50. r the catch click in place Biposto fig 14 4 Pull gently the tail guard outwards and lower it to its horizontal position Press on the passenger pillion to allow the clips 3 integral with the fairing to catch the pins 4 integral with the frame until you hear the catch click Pull the tail guard gently up to make sure it is firmly secured to the frame fig 14 4 23 Side stand fig 15 Important Before lowering the side stand make sure that the bearing surface is hard and flat Do not park on soft or pebbled ground or on asphalt melt by the sun heat and similar or the motorcycle may fall over When parking in downhill road tracts always park the motorcycle with its rear wheel facing downhill To pull down the side stand hold the motorcycle handlebars with both hands and push down on the thrust arm 1 with your foot until it is fully extended Tilt the motorcycle until the side stand is resting on the ground Warning A Do not sit on the motorcycle when it is supported on the side stand To move the side stand to its rest position horizontal position tilt the motorcycle to the right and at the same time lift the thrust arm 1 with your foot Note Check for proper operation of the stand mechanism two springs one into the other and the safety sensor 2 at regular intervals 24 Note It is possible to start the engine with side stand down and the gear
51. rt cable should be checked at regular intervals The sheaths should show no signs of squeezing or cracking Work the controls to make sure the cable slides smoothly inside the sheath if you feel any friction or hard spots have the cable replaced by a Ducati Dealer or Authorized Workshop To prevent these failures smear the end of the Bowden cables with SHELL Advance Grease or Retinax LX2 at regular intervals For the throttle cable it is best to open the device by unscrewing the two fastening screws 1 fig 31 and then grease the cable ends and the pulley Warning A When refitting the cover be sure to slide the cable onto the suitable pulley Refit the cover and tighten the screws 1 To ensure smooth operation of the side stand joint clean off any dirt and apply SHELL Alvania at all points exposed to friction Throttle cable adjustment The throttle twistgrip must have a free play of 1 5 2 mm measured at the edge of the twistgrip at all positions of the handlebars If it needs adjusting use the suitable adjuster 2 fig 31 provided on the throttle control fig 31 45 Charging the battery fig 32 Before charging the battery it is best to remove it from the motorcycle Remove the r h body panel page 39 undo the screw 1 and remove the upper bracket Always disconnect the black negative terminal first and then the red positive terminal Warning Batteries develop explosi
52. s fig 23 Under the tail guard in area 1 are located an Owner s manual a helmet fastening cable a tool bag for usual maintenance and checks To gain access to it it is necessary to open the latch and raise the tail guard page 22 The tool bag fig 24 holds 1 14 box wrench 2 10 8 6 5 4 mm Allen wrench 3 Rear eccentric wrench 4 Front wheel shaft wrench 5 Extension for rear eccentric wrench 6 Box wrench for spark plugs 7 Tommy bar 8 Double bit screwdriver 9 Helmet holder cable 38 fig 24 MAIN MAINTENANCE OPERATIONS Removing the fairing Some servicing operations need the motorcycle fairing to be removed A Warning Firmly secure all removed parts when refitting them otherwise some of them might suddenly come off when riding and you may lose control of your motorcycle Important At reassembly always fit nylon washers when tightening fastening screws not to damage painted parts and Plexiglas headlamp fairing Some fastening screws are of the self tapping type do not overtighten otherwise threading might damage thus avoiding further use Side body panels fig 25 Remove the fairings by removing the three couplings 1 on the right and left side of the under fairing disconnect the four headlamp fairing couplings 2 disconnect the four frame couplings 3 Headlamp fairing fig 26 1 Undo the middle fastening s
53. sition amp OFF stop Warning This switch is mainly intended for use in emergency cases when you need to stop the engine quickly After stopping the engine return the switch to the O position to enable starting Important Stopping the engine using switch 1 after riding with the lights on and leaving the ignition key in the ON position may run the battery flat as the lights will remain on 2 Button engine start Throttle twistgrip fig 9 The twistgrip 3 on the right handlebar opens the throttles When released it will spring back to the initial position idling speed Front brake lever fig 9 Pull in the lever 4 towards the twistgrip to operate the front brake The system is hydraulically operated and you just need to pull the lever gently The brake lever is provided with a dial adjuster 5 for lever distance adjustment from twistgrip on handlebar Warning Please read the instructions on page 32 before using these controls Rear brake pedal fig 10 Gear change pedal fig 11 Push down on the pedal 1 with your foot to operate the The gear change pedal is at rest when in the central rear brake position N is moved up and down to change gears and The system is hydraulically operated then returns to the central position down push down on the pedal to engage 1 gear and to shift down The N light will go out up lift the pedal to engage the 2 gear and then the 4 5 an
54. to its sale or delivery to the ultimate purchaser or while it is in use or 2 the use of the vehicle after such device or element of design has been removed or rendered inoperative by any person Among those acts presumed to constitute tampering are the acts listed below 1 Removal of or puncturing the muffler baffles header pipes or any other component which conducts exhaust gases 2 Removal or puncturing of any part of the intake system 3 Lack of proper maintenance 4 Replacing any moving part of the vehicle or parts of the exhaust or intake system with parts other than those specified by the manufacturer This product should be checked for repair or replacement if the motorcycle noise has increased significantly through use Otherwise the owner may become subject to penalties under state and local ordinances Problems that may affect motorcycle emissions If you are aware of any of the following symptoms have the vehicle inspected and repaired by your local Ducati dealer Symptoms Hard starting or stalling after starting Rough idle Misfiring or backfiring during acceleration After burning backfiring Poor performance driveability and poor economy 71 q S Riding safety The points given below are applicable for every day motorcycle use and shoud be carefully observed for safe and effective vehicle operation A motorcycle does not provide the impact protection of an automobile so defensiv
55. tric System for that lighting device Always check for new bulb proper operation before refitting removed parts Headlamp To gain access to headlamp bulbs proceed as follows Disassembly Low beam bulb fig 35 1 remove the rubber cover 1 Press the lower quick release button to disconnect the connector 2 L h high beam bulb fig 35 2 disconnect the connector 3 of the white bulb cable from the front wiring remove the rubber cover 1 from the headlamp body and pull out the bulb cable Note The black ground mass cable connector does not need to be disconnected to replace the headlamp bulbs Release the clip 4 that secures the bulb and remove it from the socket fig 35 1 and 35 2 Note Be careful to hold the new bulb at the base only Never touch the transparent body with your fingers or it will blacken resulting in reduced bulb brilliancy Reassembly insert the locating pegs of the bulb base into their seats to obtain correct alignment Hook the clip 4 fig 35 2 to the headlamp holders reconnect the cables and refit the rubber cover 1 fig 35 2 To change the parking light bulbs the headlamp fairing must be removed first see page 40 Undo the horn fastening screw and remove the horn Pull out the bulb holders 5 fig 35 3 from the headlamp support Remove the bulb and fit a new one 49 Instrument panel fig 36 Remove the headlamp fairing see pa
56. ve gases keep it away from heat sources and flames Charge the battery in a ventilated room Connect the battery charger leads to the battery terminals red to positive terminal black to negative terminal Important Make sure the charger is off when you connect the battery to it or you might get sparks at the battery terminals that could ignite the gases inside the cells Always connect the red positive terminal first Reinstall the battery on its mount and secure the upper bracket with the screw 1 Connect the terminals Use some grease on the fastening screws to improve conductive capacity 46 Warning Keep the battery out of the reach of children Charge the battery at 1 A for 5 10 hours Adjusting headstock angle fig 33 1 Loosen the two screws 1 on the frame r h side to adjust the headstock angle Fully unscrew the screw 2 and turn the steering tube end 3 by 180 with a pin wrench Check that the hole on the eccentric is centred with the through hole in the steering tube Look at the arrow etched in the top area of the eccentric to centre both holes accurately Fully screw the screw 2 Grease the screw threadings 1 with SHELL Retinax HDX2 and tighten to 22 Nm Note While performing the above the handlebars should not be fully turned When finished the steering damper must be repositioned Undo the screw 4 fig 33 2 Move the damper rod joint to the frame ho
57. ved carefully Failure to comply with these rules will release Ducati Motor Holding S p A from any liability whatsoever for any engine damage or shorter engine life Pre ride checks Warning Failure to carry out these checks before riding may lead to motorcycle damage and injury to rider and passenger Before riding perform a thorough check up on your bike as follows Fuel level in the tank Check fuel level in the tank Fill tank if needed page 36 Engine oil level Check oil level in the sump through the sight glass If necessary top up with recommended oil page 56 Brake and clutch fluid Check fluid level in the relevant reservoirs Coolant level Check coolant level in the expansion reservoir Top up if necessary page 42 Tyre condition Check tyre pressure and condition page 54 32 Controls Work the brake clutch throttle and gear change controls levers pedals and twistgrips and check for proper operation Lights and indicators Make sure lights indicators and horn work properly Replace any burnt out bulbs page 49 Key operated locks Check that fuel filler plug and seat catch locks are closed firmly Stand Make sure side stand operates smoothly and is in the correct position page 24 Warning In case of malfunctioning do not start the motorcycle and call a DUCATI Dealer or Authorized Workshop Starting the engine D Note Follow the High ambient temperature procedure to st
58. zerland and so on have compulsory emission and noise standards that include mandatory inspections at regular intervals Carry out any required inspection and replace any parts using Ducati original spare parts complying with local law Important only for Australia Tampering wih noise control system is prohibited Owners are warned that the law may prohibit a The removal or rendering inoperative by any person other than for purposes of maintenance repair or replacement of any device or element of design incorporated into any new vehicle for the purpose of noise control prior to its sale or delivery to the ultimate purchaser or while it is in use and b the use of the vehicle after such device or element of design has been removed or rendered inoperative by any person 59 TECHNICAL DATA Weights Dry weight 198 Kg Carrying full load 375 Kg Warning Failure to observe weight limits could result in poor Overall dimensions fig 43 handling and impair the performance of your motorcycle you may lose control of the motorcycle 780 fig 43 60 Top ups Type of fluid cu dm liters Fuel tank including a reserve Gasoline 95 98 RON 17 of 4 cu liters Oil sump and oil filter SHELL Advance Ultra 4 3 4 Front Rear brake and clutch circuits Special fluid for hydraulic systems _ SHELL Advance Brake DOT 4 E Chain Products for O ring chains SHELL Adva
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