Maximum speed in any gear should be reached only after the correct running-in period with the motorcycle properly serviced at the recommended intervals.
Important
Failure to follow these instructions will release ducati motor holding s.P.A. From any liability for any engine damage or shortened engine life.
Spark plugs
Make: ngk
Type: mar10a-j
Timing system
Fuel systemRemoving the valves
Raise the rocker arm (3) and remove the opening shim (5) from the valves with
a pair of pliers.
Push down the closing rocker arms (16) and (4) and the closing shim (7).
Remove the half rings (6) from the valves with a magnetic screwdriver. Extract
the closing shims (7) from the valve ...
Refitting the lubrication system
Note
Before fitting the pipes (7), it is recommended to check the presence of
the o-rings (e). Lubricate them by using engine
oil.
If the nipples (5) have been removed from the radiator insert a washer (6) on
each nipple (5) and apply specific
threadlocker on threads on the radiator side ...
Adjusting the steering head bearings
Note
To adjust the steering bearing clearance, follow what is described in
sect. 4 - 3, Adjusting the steering head bearings.
If the problems found are not solved, check the wear of steering bearings (6)
and replace them, if necessary, as described
in paragraph "removal of the steering head c ...