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 alcohol will significantly interfere with your ability to safely operate your motorcycle. Don’t drink and ride.
Vehicle identification number (vin);
Every ducati motorcycle is identified by two identification numbers (see page 189). Fig. A specifically shows the frame identification numbers.

Label location (fig. B)


Riding safety
California emission control warranty statementRefitting the alternator-side crankcase cover
Before the assembly make sure that the water pump unit is fitted on the
generator cover (sect. 9 - 3.3, Refitting the
water pump).
If bearing (27) has been removed, lubricate its seat with specified grease to
fit it on the generator cover (13).
Fit bearing completely in its seat and orien ...
Riding mode set indication
This function indicates the "riding style" set for the vehicle.
Three "riding modes" are available: sport, touring and
urban.
Each riding mode can be changed using the "riding
mode" function.
Note
The background of the riding mode (sport, touring
or urban) i ...
Reassembling the electrical components support
Check the presence of clips (1), (9) and (24) on the support (5).
Check the presence of rubber pads (6) and (8) and of cable grommet (7).
Check that the voltage regulator (3) and the solenoid starter (18) are in
place on the support (5) with their wiring as
shown.
The horn (22) mus ...