2002 Ducati Superbike 998 Owners Manual - Page 84

Keys (fig. 4) Your Ducati was delivered with two universal keys for ignition, steering lock and seat catch and a key identification plate (1). Note Separate the two keys and keep the identification plate (1) in a safe place. Warning The 998 model is equipped with an energy-saving CPU. If the key stays ON for a long period but the ignition button is not pressed within 15 seconds, the CPU will stop operating to avoid current absorption. Move the key to OFF and then to ON again. Note To move the key to the last two positions, press it down before turning it. Switching to (B), (C) and (D), you will be able to take the key out. E Ignition switch and steering lock (fig. 5) It is located in front of the fuel tank and has four positions: A) ON: lights and engine enabled; B) OFF: lights and engine disabled; C) LOCK: steering locked; D) P: parking light and steering lock. B A 1 C D fig. 4 12 fig. 5