2006 Ducati Superbike 749 Dark Owners Manual - Page 150

Braking Slow down in time, shift down to engine-brake first and then brake by applying both brakes. Pull the clutch lever before stopping the motorcycle, to avoid sudden engine stop. Warning Use both brake lever and pedal for effective braking. Using only one of the brakes will give you less braking power. Never use brake controls harshly or violently or you may lock the wheels and lose control of the motorcycle. When riding in the rain or on slippery surfaces, braking capacity is significantly reduced. Always use the brakes very gently and carefully when riding under these conditions. Any sudden manoeuvres may lead to loss of control. When tackling long, high-gradient downhill road tracts, shift down gears to use engine braking. Apply one brake at a time and use brakes sparingly. Keeping the brakes applied all the time causes the friction material to overheat and reduces braking power dangerously. Underinflated or overinflated tyres reduce braking efficiency and may adversely affect safe riding and road-holding on bends. Stopping the motorcycle Reduce speed, shift down and release the throttle twistgrip. Then, shift down releasing the clutch, and finally change from first to neutral. Apply brakes and bring the motorcycle to a complete stop. To switch the engine off, simply turn the key to OFF (page 24). E 53