Warning
failure to carry out these checks before riding, may lead to motorcycle damage and injury to rider and passenger.
Before riding, perform a thorough check-up on your bike as follows:
Fuel level in the tank
Check the fuel level in the tank. Fill tank if needed (page 140).
Engine oil level
Check the oil level in the sump through the sight glass.
Top up if needed (page 164).
Brake and clutch fluid
Check fluid level in the relevant reservoirs (page 143).
Coolant level
Check coolant level in the expansion reservoir.Top up if needed (page 142)
Tyre condition
Check tyre pressure and condition (page 162).
Controls
Operate the brake, clutch, throttle and gear change controls (levers, pedals and twistgrip) to check that they function correctly.
Lights and indicators
Make sure the lights, indicators and horn work properly.
Replace any burnt-out bulbs (page 158).
Key-operated locks
Ensure that fuel filler plug (page 118) and seat (page 119) are firmly secured.
Stand
Make sure side stand operates smoothly and is in the correct position
Abs light
After key-on, the abs light (9, fig. 4) Stays on. When the vehicle speed exceeds 5 km/h; the light turns off to indicate that the abs system is functioning properly.
Warning
In case of malfunction, do not ride the motorcycle and contact a ducati dealer or authorised service centre.
Abs device
Check that the front (1, fig. 115) And rear (2, fig. 116) Phonic wheels are clean.
Warning
Clogged reading slots would compromise system proper operation.
It is recommended to disable abs system in case of muddy road surface because under this condition the system might be subject to sudden failure.
Warning
Prolonged rearing could deactivate the abs system.
Tft - parameter setting/display
Warning
Any adjustments to the instrument panel must only be
carried out when the motorcycle is stationary. Never operate
the instrument panel controls while riding the motorcycle.
At the end of the check, the instrument panel always
displays as the "main" indication the odometer (to ...
Lcd unit functions
Speedometer.
Gives road speed
Rev counter.
Indicates engine revs per minute.
Clock.
Water temperature indicator.
Indicates engine coolant temperature.
Important
Stop riding if the temperature reaches the maximum value, otherwise the
engine might be damaged.
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Rear shock absorber assembly
Special screw
Screw
Nut
Grub screw
Bush (right)
Bush (left)
Screw
Sealing ring
Roller bearing
Linkage (left)
Shock absorber (rear)
Linkage (right)
Spacer
Special screw
Screw
Bush
Ball joint
Rocker arm assembly
Support
Washer
Nut
Screw
Shock absorber ...