2001 Ducati Superbike 996R Owners Manual - Page 84

Right switch (fig. 9) G) Switch for ENGINE STOP, two positions: position (RUN) = run. position (OFF) = stop. Warning This switch is mainly intended for use in emergency cases when you need to stop the engine quickly. After stopping the engine, return the switch to the position to enable starting. Important Stopping the engine using switch (1) after riding with the lights on and leaving the ignition key in the ON position, may run the battery flat as the lights will remain on. 2) Button = engine start Front brake lever (fig. 9) Pull in the lever (4) towards the twistgrip to operate the front brake. The system is hydraulically operated and you just need to pull the lever gently. The brake lever is provided with a dial adjuster (5) for lever distance adjustment from twistgrip on handlebar. Warning Please read the instructions on pages 30 and 31 before using these controls. E 1 5 Throttle twistgrip (fig. 9) The twistgrip (3) on the right handlebar opens the throttles. When released, it will spring back to the initial position (idling speed). 4 2 3 fig. 9 16