2006 Ducati Superbike 749 Dark Owners Manual - Page 163

E Charging the battery (fig. 62) Before charging the battery, it is best to remove it from the motorcycle. Remove right fairing (page 57), undo the screw (1) and remove the upper bracket. Always disconnect the black negative terminal (-) first, and then the red positive terminal (+). Warning The battery produces explosive gases: keep it away from heat sources and flames. Charge the battery in a ventilated room. Connect the battery charger leads to the battery terminals: red to the positive terminal (+), black to the negative terminal (-). Important Connect the battery to the charger before switching it on: failure to do so can result in sparking at the battery terminals that could ignite the gases inside the cells. Always connect the red positive terminal (+) first. Reinstall the battery on its mount and secure the upper bracket with the screw (1). Connect the terminals. Use some grease on the fastening screws to improve conductive capacity. Warning Keep the battery out of the reach of children. Charge the battery at 0.9 A for 5-10 hours. 1 - + fig. 62 66