2004 Ducati Superbike 999 Owners Manual - Page 181
2004 Ducati Superbike 999 Manual
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E Cleaning and replacing the spark plugs (fig. 78) Spark plugs are essential to smooth engine running and should be checked at regular intervals. Spark plugs condition provides a good measure of engine condition. Have the spark plugs inspected or replaced at a Ducati Dealer or Authorized Workshop. Firstly, they will check the color of the ceramic insulator of the central electrode: a light brown, even color is a sign of good engine condition. Secondly, they will check the central electrode for wear and measure electrode gap. Electrode gap should be: 0.6-0.7 mm. Important An electrode gap outside the specified limit will adversely affect engine performance and may lead to difficult starting or erratic idling. 0,6÷0,7 mm fig. 78 82
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Cleaning and replacing the spark plugs
(fig. 78)
Spark plugs are essential to smooth engine running and
should be checked at regular intervals. Spark plugs
condition provides a good measure of engine condition.
Have the spark plugs inspected or replaced at a Ducati
Dealer or Authorized Workshop. Firstly, they will check
the color of the ceramic insulator of the central electrode:
a light brown, even color is a sign of good engine
condition.
Secondly, they will check the central electrode for wear
and measure electrode gap. Electrode gap should be:
0.6-0.7 mm.
Important
An electrode gap outside the specified limit will
adversely affect engine performance and may lead to
difficult starting or erratic idling.
0,6
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0,7 mm
fig. 78