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 statementResidual range indication when the service is due
After resetting the first oil service warning (triggered at 1000 km), upon
every key-on the system displays the
indication of which type of service should be performed next (oil service or
desmo service) and the residual range.
A (green) warning (1) is activated for 2 seconds on every key-on ...
Removal of the water pump
Note
For clarity, the figures show the engine removed from the frame.
Loosen and remove the water pump cover (12) fixing screws (13) to the
generator cover (16).
Remove the water pump cover (12).
Clean the pump housing of any scale. Check the bearings wear by turning the
impeller s ...
Specific tools for the engine
88713.2011.Tool to lock crankshaft at top dead centre
88713.2676 .Wrench for tightening cylinder head nuts
88713.2103 Stand for cylinder head assembly
88765.1657 Timing check tool
88713.1821 Wrench for tightening timing belt tensioner pulley shafts
88713.2861 Camshaft oi ...