
Drain the hydraulic fluid that is inside the front and rear braking system tubes by disconnecting them from the master cylinder and the calliper (sect. 4 -3, Changing the brake fluid).
Disconnect the connector (a) of the abs control unit (6).

Loosen the screws (16) that retain the abs control unit support (12) and remove it from the vehicle.

Undo the four special screw (17) fixing the pipes (10), (9), (8) and (7), on the abs control unit (6), removing the gaskets (11).
Warning
Every time that gaskets (11) are removed, they must be replaced with new gaskets (11).

Important
Do not open the abs control unit: if it is faulty, replace it.
Note
If it is necessary to replace one or more pipes, follow the instructions indicated in paragraph "flexible wiring/hoses positioning" of this section.
Replacing the rear phonic wheel sensor
Refitting the abs control unitAlternator
It is equipped with a 12 v, 430 w generator, consisting of a fixed element
(stator, a) located on the generator cover and
of a movable element (rotor, b) fixed to the crankshaft.
Note
To check the battery charging system for faults, use the dds diagnosis
instrument and follow the instruct ...
Charging the battery
Before charging the battery, it is recommended to remove it
from the motorcycle.
Important
The battery is housed in the cowling, always contact
a ducati dealer or an authorised service centre for its
removal.
Remove the left cowling (1, fig. 137) Loosening:
side screw (2, fig. 137) Retaining ...
Overhauling the front wheel
Wheel bearings
Before checking the dimensions, check the wear on wheel bearings. Check for
wear by hand after cleaning and degreasing
the bearings in their seats.
Turn the inner race.
Check the amount of radial and axial play. Excessive play will cause vibration
and make the bike unstabl ...