2003 Ducati SuperSport 800 SS Owners Manual - Page 111

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. Regular ambient temperature (10 °C/50 °F to 35 °C/95 °F): 1) Move the ignition key to ON (fig. 31). 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 (in a horizontal position) as its safety sensor prevents engine start when down. Note It is possible to start the engine with side stand down and the gearbox in neutral. When starting the bike with a gear engaged, pull the clutch lever (in this case the side stand must be up). 2) Move the cold start lever to the B position (fig. 32a32b). 3) Check that the stop switch (1, fig. 33a-33b) is positioned to (RUN), then press the starter button (2). Let the engine start without using the throttle control. Important Never operate the electric start button more than 5 seconds at a time. If needed, allow 10 seconds before attempting to restart the engine. E B O PUS H A FF ON CK LO P C D N IO NIT IG fig. 31 35