Preliminary checks Running-in precautions Maximum engine speed Rpm limits to be observed during the running-in period and in normal use: 1. up to 1000 km; 2. from 1000 to 2500 km. Maximum engine speed up to 1000 km During the first 1000 km keep an eye on the rev...
Starting engine warmup Starting the engine Normal ambient temperature (between 10°C/50°F and 35°C/95°F) Turn the ignition switch to position (1). Check that both the green N light and the red light on the instrument panel come on ( Instrument panel system ). Shift the...
Routine maintenance table Programmed maintenance plan: operations to be carried out by the dealer List of operations with frequency (distance or time interval*) km x1000 1 12 24 36 48 60 miles x1000 0.6 7.5 15 22.5 30 37.5 Months 6 12 24 36 48 60 Change the engine oil • • •...
Checking the engine oil level Check the engine oil level through the sight glass (1) on the right-hand side of the oil sump. Stop the engine and allow a few minutes for the oil to settle to a steady level. Check the level with the motorcycle perfectly vertical and with the...
Changing the engine oil and filter cartridge Note: Change the oil when the engine is warm (but with the engine stopped). In these conditions the oil is more fluid and will drain more rapidly and completely. Remove the drain plug (3) on the oil sump and allow the used oil to drain off. Warning!...
Checking valve clearances Proceed as described in Checking and adjusting valve clearances . With the valve in the rest position, slide a feeler gauge between the opening rocker and the opening shim to measure the clearance. The clearances must be within the specified limits:...
Changing and cleaning the air filters The air filter must be renewed at the intervals indicated in the " Routine maintenance table ". Raise the fuel tank ( Removal of the fuel tank ). Uncsrew the three screws (1) securing the filter cover (2). Remove the filter cover (2) complete with...
Changing the brake fluid Warning! Brake fluid is corrosive and will damage paintwork. Avoid contact with eyes and skin. In the case of accidental contact, wash the affected area thoroughly with plenty of running water. Filling the front brake circuit Undo the screws (3) and...
Draining the brake circuit Warning! Brake fluid is corrosive and will damage paintwork. Avoid contact with eyes and skin. In the case of accidental contact, wash the affected area thoroughly with plenty of running water. Remove the cover (1) and membrane from the front brake...
Filling the brake system with fluid Warning! Brake fluid is corrosive and will damage paintwork. Avoid contact with eyes and skin. In the case of accidental contact, wash the affected area thoroughly with plenty of running water. Fill the reservoirs (2) and (5) with the recommended...
Changing the clutch fluid Warning! Clutch fluid will damage painted surfaces if spilled on them. In addition, it is very harmful in contact with the skin or with the eyes; in the event of accidental contact wash the affected area with abundant running water. Undo the screws...
Draining the clutch hydraulic circuit Warning! Clutch fluid will damage painted surfaces if spilled on them. It is also very harmful if it comes into contact with the skin or with the eyes; in the event of accidental contact, wash the affected area with abundant running water. Remove...
Filling the clutch circuit Warning! Clutch fluid will damage painted surfaces if spilled on them. It is also very harmful if it comes into contact with the skin or with the eyes; in the event of accidental contact, wash the affected area with abundant running water. Fill the...
Adjusting the steering head bearings Excessive handlebar play or the forks shaking in the steering head indicate that the play in the steering head bearings requires adjustment. Proceed as follows. Unscrew the four screws (1), remove the two clamps (2) and remove the handlebar (3) from...
Adjusting the chain tension Tensioning the drive chain. Turn the rear wheel slowly to find the position at which the chain is at its most taut. With the motorcycle on its sidestand, press with a finger in the centre of the bottom run of the chain and measure the distance...
Checking brake pad wear and changing brake pads Warning! Brake fluid is corrosive and will damage paintwork. Avoid contact with eyes and skin. In the case of accidental contact, wash the affected area thoroughly with plenty of running water. Caution! On handing over the motorcycle after changing...
Adjusting the throttle and choke cables The throttle cable should have freeplay of 2 to 4 mm (measured in terms of rotation of the twistgrip rim) in all steering positions. If necessary, adjust the freeplay with the adjuster (1) located on the twistgrip. For larger adjustments of the...
Adjusting the position of the gearchange and rear brake pedals The position of the gearchange and rear brake pedals in relation to the footrests can be adjusted to suit the preferred riding position. To adjust the position of the gearchange pedal, proceed as follows. Restrain the tie-rod (1) and slacken the...
Adjusting the rear shock absorber Adjuster (1), located on the left-hand side at the point at which the top of the shock absorber is fixed to the rear sub-frame, controls rebound damping. Adjuster nuts (2) and (3), located at the bottom of the shock absorber, serve to adjust the...
Diagnostic instruments 97900.0211 - Basic DDS (Ducati Diagnosis System) 97900.0227 - Power and diagnostic cable D607 97900.0222 - Power and diagnostic cable 1060838 (Measurement Module) 97900.0218 - Vacuum sensor 552.1.039. - 1A Pressure sensor 97900.0220 -...