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 cylinder/piston assembly
If new units are used, it is necessary to couple the cylinders and pistons of
the same selection (see paragraph "overhaul Of the cylinder
barrel/piston components" of this section).
If the pistons have been separated from their cylinders, before reassembling
these components, position the p ...
Refuelling
Never overfill the tank when refuelling. The fuel level should
always be below the rim of the filler recess.
Warning
Use low-lead fuel with 95 octane rating at origin
minimum (see "top-ups" table, page 173).
Check that no fuel is trapped in the filler cap recess.
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Tank filler plug
Note
To open or close the tank filler plug using the active
key, set the metal part in the middle position, as shown on
page 86.
Opening
Lift the cover (1, fig. 100) And insert the active or passive key
into the lock. Give the key a 1/4 turn clockwise to unlock.
Lift the plug (2, fig. 101) ...