Important
Have chain tension adjusted by a ducati dealer or authorised service centre.
Make the rear wheel turn until you find the position where chain is tightest.
Set the vehicle on the side stand. Push down the chain at the point of measurement and release.
Measure the distance between the "aperture" upper profile and pin centre.
The read distance must be: 9 ÷ 11 mm.
Important
If the drive chain is too tight or too slack, adjust it so that tension reading will fall within specified range.
Warning
Correct tightening of screws (1, fig. 149) Is critical to rider and passenger safety.
Important
Improper chain tension will lead to early wear of transmission parts.
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 r ...
The hands free relay
Introduction
This relay provides key on +15 power to all the devices on the motorcycle.
Functionally, it replaces the conventional
ignition switch.
Wiring diagram
The hands free relay receives +12 volt power directly from the battery via
the main 30 a fuse. Hands free - 3: pin 3 on
hand ...
Overhaul of cylinder head components
Cylinder heads
Remove any carbon deposits from the combustion chamber and its ducts.
Remove any scale from the coolant ducts.
Check for cracking and inspect the sealing surfaces for scoring, ridges or other
damage.
Check that the cylinder barrel mating surfaces of the cylinder head are ...