Owner's manual E 1 E 2 Hearty welcome among Ducati fans! Please accept out 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 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 centers. Enjoy your ride! Ducati Motor 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 S.p.A. reserves the right to make any changes required by the future development of the above-mentioned products. E 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 the motorcycle is resold - must always be handed over to the new owner. 3 TABLE OF CONTENTS E General 6 Warranty 6 Symbols 6 Useful information for safe riding 7 Carrying the max load allowed 8 Identification data 9 Controls 10 Position of motorcycle controls 10 Instrument panel 11 Digital display 12 Keys 13 Key-operated ignition switch and steering lock 13 Left switch 14 Clutch lever 15 Cold start lever 15 Right switch 16 Throttle twistgrip 16 Front brake lever 16 Rear brake pedal 17 Gear change pedal 17 Setting the gear change and rear brake pedals 18 4 Main components and devices Location 19 Tank filler plug 20 Seat catch and helmet hooks 21 Side stand 22 Lifting handgrip 23 Power outlet 23 Centre stand 24 Rear view mirrors 25 Front fork adjusters 26 Shock absorber adjusters 28 Directions for use 30 Running-in recommendations 30 Pre-ride checks 32 Starting the engine 34 Moving off 35 Braking 35 Stopping the motorcycle 36 Parking 36 Refueling 37 Maintenance 38 Tool kit and accessories 38 Routine maintenance 39 19 Main maintenance operations 42 Removing the fairing 42 Side panniers 45 Lifting the fuel tank 46 Cleaning and changing air filters 47 Checking the coolant level 48 Checking brake and clutch fluid level 49 Checking brake pads for wear 50 Lubricating cables and joints 50 Throttle cable adjustment 51 Checking battery electrolyte level 52 Charging the battery 52 Chain adjustment 53 Chain lubrication 54 Replacing bulbs 55 Beam setting 60 Tyres 61 Checking engine oil level 63 Cleaning and replacing the spark plugs 64 Cleaning the motorcycle 65 Storing the bike away 65 Important notes 65 Technical data 66 Overall dimensions 66 Weights 66 Top-ups 67 ST2 engine 68 ST2 timing system 68 ST4 engine 69 ST4 timing system 69 Performance data 70 Spark plugs 70 Brakes 70 Transmission 71 Frame 71 Wheels 72 Tyres 72 Suspensions 72 Electric system 73 For United States of America version only Routine maintenance record 86 77 E 5 GENERAL E Warranty In your own interest, and in order to guarantee product reliability, you are strongly advised to refer to our authorized Dealers and workshops for any servicing requiring particular technical expertise. Our highly skilled staff have access to the implements required to perform any servicing job at best, and use 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 or competitive trials. 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 right will be automatically invalidated. Symbols Ducati Motor S.p.A. advises you to read this booklet 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 S.p.A. wishes you smooth, enjoyable riding - and will help you keep the performance of your motorcycle unchanged for a long time. The text is supplemented with schematic illustrations for quick reference and better understanding of the subjects concerned. This manual contains some special remarks: Warning 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. 6 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 do not hold a valid licence. Both rider and pillion passenger must always wear 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 strap at the rear of the seat with both hands. Ride within the law and observe national and local rules. Always respect speed 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 gasoline on the engine or on the exhaust pipe when refueling. Do not smoke when refueling. While refueling, you may inhale noxious gasoline vapors. Should any gasoline 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. Park your motorcycle where no one is likely to hit it and use the centre stand whenever possible. Never park on uneven or soft ground or your motorcycle may fall over. E 7 E Carrying the maximum load allowed Your motorcycle is designed for long-distance riding, carrying the maximum load allowed in full safety and comfort. Even weight distribution is critical to preserving these safety features and avoiding trouble when performing sudden manoeuvres or riding on bumpy roads. When the side panniers are fitted, never exceed 130 Km/h (80 mph). Further reduce speed if tyres are worn down and when riding on poor road surface or with poor visibility. Information about carrying capacity The total weight of the motorcycle in running order including rider, pillion passenger, luggage and additional accessories should not exceed 420 Kg/926 lb. The weight of luggage alone should never exceed 23 Kg/50 lb divided as follows (fig. 1): max 9 kg/20 lb for each side pannier; max 5 kg/11 lb for tank bag. Try to 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 8 gaps of the frame as these may foul moving parts. If you install the side panniers (available from Ducati Parts Department): sort luggage and accessories so to distribute weight evenly and then arrange them in the panniers so that they are well balanced; lock both side panniers using the suitable key lock. Make sure the tyres are inflated to the proper pressure indicated at page 61 and that they are in good condition. 5 Kg 9 9 Kg Kg fig. 1 Identification data All Ducati motorcycles have two identification numbers, for frame (fig. 2.1) and engine (fig. 2.2). Frame number Engine number Note These numbers identify the motorcycle model and should always be indicated when ordering spare parts. fig. 2.1 E fig. 2.2 9 CONTROLS E 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. Position of motorcycle controls (fig. 3) 1) Instrument panel. 2) Key-operated ignition switch and steering lock. 3) Left switch. 4) Clutch lever. 5) Cold start lever. 6) Right switch. 7) Throttle twistgrip. 8) Front brake lever. 9) Gear change pedal. 10) Rear brake pedal. fig. 3 10 Instrument panel (fig. 4.1) 1) Speedometer (km/h or mph). Gives road speed. a) Odometer (km or miles). Gives total distance covered. b) Trip meter (km or miles). Gives distance covered since last resetting. c) Trip meter resetting knob. Turn to reset trip meter to "0000". 2) Engine revolution meter (rpm) Indicates engine rpm. 3) Green light N. Comes on when gearbox is in neutral. 4) Yellow light . Comes on when there are about 6 liters/1.58 US Gall. fuel left in the tank, corresponding to 1 bar of the digital display (8.1). 5) Green light . Comes on and flashes when a turn indicator is on. 6) Red light . Comes on when engine oil pressure is too low. It briefly comes on when the ignition is switched to ON and normally goes out a few seconds after engine starts. Important If this light stays on, stop the engine or it may suffer severe damage. 7) Blue light . Comes on when high beams are on. 8) Digital display. Offers four functions (see page 12). E 5 1 a 3 7 4 2 6 c 8 b fig. 4.1 11 E Digital display (fig. 4.2) 8.1) Fuel level indicator . The fuel level in the tank is indicated by full bars. When there is only 1 full bar left on, it will start blinking while the reserve light (4, fig. 4.1) will come on. 8.2) Coolant temperature indicator . Shows engine coolant temperature. When the engine is cold, the flashing message LO is displayed. Engine temperature is displayed from 45 °C/113 °F and over. If engine maximum temperature (120 °C/248 °F) is reached, the indicator will start blinking. Important Stop the engine if it reaches maximum temperature or it may suffer severe damage. 8.3) Clock The first figure gives hours, the second one minutes. 8.4) Clock setting button Press it briefly to increase minutes. Keep it depressed to speed up the process. 8.4 8.2 8.3 8.1 fig. 4.2 12 Keys (fig. 5) Your Ducati was delivered with two universal keys for ignition, steering lock, tank filler plug and seat catch and a key identification plate (1). Note Separate the two keys and keep the identification plate in a safe place. Key-operated ignition switch and steering lock (fig. 6) It is located in front of the fuel tank and has four positions: A) ON: lights and engine on; B) OFF: lights and engine off; C) LOCK: steering locked; D) P: parking light and steering lock. 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. E B A C D fig. 5 fig. 6 13 Left switch (fig. 7) 1) Switch, light switch, 3 positions: Down = lights off; Centre = front and rear parking light, number plate light and panel lights on; Up = headlamp, front and rear parking light, number plate light and panel lights on. MAX MIN 1 5 2 3 E Note This device is not fitted on the Australia and Japan versions. 2) Dip switch, light dip switch, two positions: position = low beam on; position = high beam on. 3) Switch = 3-position turn indicator: centre position = OFF; position = left turn; position = right turn. To cancel turn indicators, return switch to central position and push in. 4) Button 5) Button = warning horn. = high-beam flasher. 4 fig. 7 14 Clutch lever (fig. 8) Lever (1) disengages the clutch. When you pull in the lever, you will disengage the engine from the gearbox and therefore from the driving wheel. Using the clutch properly is essential to smooth riding, ...