2008 Ducati Superbike 848 Owners Manual - Page 41

2008 Ducati Superbike 848 Manual

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Clutch lever The lever (1) disengages the clutch. The span adjuster (2) serves to alter the distance of the lever from the handlebar. The lever distance can be adjusted through 10 clicks of the knob (2). Turn the knob clockwise to move the lever away from twistgrip, or counter clockwise to move it closer. When the clutch lever (1) is operated, drive from the engine to the gearbox and the rear wheel is disengaged. Correct use of the clutch lever is very important in all riding situations, especially when moving off. E 2 1 fig. 28 Warning Set the clutch and brake lever with the motorcycle stopped. Important Using the clutch properly will prolong the life of the engine and prevent any damage to components in the transmission. Notes It is possible to start the engine with the side stand down and the gearbox in neutral. When starting the motorcycle with a gear engaged, pull the clutch lever (in this case the side stand must be up). 41

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E
Clutch lever
The lever (1) disengages the clutch. The span adjuster (2)
serves to alter the distance of the lever from the handlebar.
The lever distance can be adjusted through 10 clicks of the
knob (2). Turn the knob clockwise to move the lever away
from twistgrip, or counter clockwise to move it closer.
When the clutch lever (1) is operated, drive from the
engine to the gearbox and the rear wheel is disengaged.
Correct use of the clutch lever is very important in all
riding situations, especially when moving off.
Warning
Set the clutch and brake lever with the motorcycle
stopped.
Important
Using the clutch properly will prolong the life of the
engine and prevent any damage to components in the
transmission.
Notes
It is possible to start the engine with the side stand
down and the gearbox in neutral. When starting the
motorcycle with a gear engaged, pull the clutch lever
(in this case the side stand must be up).
2
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fig. 28