2002 Ducati Superbike 998 Owners Manual - Page 104

Starting the engine Note Follow the "High ambient temperature" procedure to start the engine when it is warm. Warning Before starting the engine, become familiar with the controls you will need to use when riding. ON N F O OF PUSH P IG N IT E Regular ambient temperature (10 to 35°C): 1) Move the ignition key to ON (fig. 21.1). Make sure both the green light N and the red light on the instrument panel come on. Important The oil pressure light should go out a few seconds after the engine has started (page 11). Warning The side stand must be fully up (horizontal position) as its safety sensor prevents engine start when down. 2) 748/748S Press the button (1, fig. 21.2) on the throttle control. 2) 998 Move the starter lever (1) to (B) (fig. 21.3). 3) Check that the stop switch (3, fig. 21.4) is positioned to (RUN), then press the starter button (4). Let the engine start without using the throttle control. 32 O I L OC N K fig. 21.1 748/748S fig. 21.2