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Cleaning and replacing the spark plugs Spark plugs are essential to smooth engine running and should be checked at regular intervals. For spark plug replacement, contact a Ducati Dealer or authorized Service Center. Fig 165 236

Section	Page
Table of Contents	5
Introduction	9
Safety guidelines	9
Warning symbols used in the manual.	10
Permitted use	11
Rider's obligation	12
Reporting safety defects	14
Rider education	15
Clothing	15
"Best Practices" for safety	17
Refueling	19
Carrying the maximum load allowed	20
Dangerous products - warnings	21
Vehicle ID number	23
Engine ID number	24
Plate positioning	25
Noise and exhaust emission control system information	29
California emission control warranty statement	29
Your warranty rights and obligations	29
Manufacturer's warranty coverage	30
Owner's warranty responsibilities:	30
California evaporation emission system	31
Ducati limited warranty on emission control system	32
Instrument Panel (Dashboard)	36
Display settings and functions	36
Acronyms and abbreviations used in the Manual	40
Technological Dictionary	40
Function push-buttons	42
Parameter setting/displaying	43
Main functions	50
Motorcycle speed	52
Engine rpm indication (RPM)	53
Riding Mode	55
ABS	59
DTC	64
Engine coolant temperature	69
Menu 1 functions	71
Odometer (TOT)	72
Trip meter 1 (TRIP A)	74
Trip meter 2 (TRIP B)	75
Partial fuel reserve counter (TRIP FUEL)	76
Trip time	77
Clock	78
Menu 2 functions	79
Average fuel consumption	80
Instantaneous fuel consumption	82
Average speed	83
External air temperature	85
Service warning (SERVICE)	86
OIL SERVICE zero warning	87
OIL SERVICE or DESMO SERVICE countdown indication	88
OIL SERVICE or DESMO SERVICE indication	89
Errors	90
Error warnings	91
Displayed errors description	92
LAP time	96
Setting MENU	99
Customizing the Riding Mode	101
Customizing the Riding Mode: storing settings	104
Customizing the Riding Mode: Engine setting	106
Customizing the Riding Mode: DTC level setting	108
Customizing the Riding Mode: ABS setting	111
Customizing the Riding Mode: restoring default settings (ALL DEFAULT)	114
Customizing the Riding Mode: Restoring default settings	115
Battery voltage	117
Backlighting setting	119
LAP	121
Clock setting	129
Pin Code	132
Changing the PIN CODE	136
Engine rpm digital indication (RPM)	141
Setting the unit of measurement	142
Light control	152
The Immobilizer system	155
Keys	156
Operation	157
Duplicate keys	158
Restoring motorcycle operation via the PIN CODE	159
Controls	163
Position of motorcycle controls	163
Key-operated ignition switch and steering lock	164
Left-hand switch	165
Clutch lever	166
Righthand switch	169
Throttle twistgrip	170
Front brake lever	171
Rear brake pedal	172
Gear change pedal	173
Adjusting the position of the gearchange and rear brake pedals	174
Main components and devices	176
Position on the vehicle	176
Tank filler plug	177
Seat lock	178
Seat height adjustment	180
Helmet cable	185
Sidestand	186
Rear shock absorber adjusters	188
Riding the motorcycle	191
Break-in recommendations	191
Pre-ride checks	193
Starting the engine	196
Moving off	198
Braking	199
Stopping the motorcycle	201
Refueling	202
Parking	203
Tool kit and accessories	204
Main maintenance operations	205
Checking coolant level and topping up, if necessary	205
Change the air filter	206
Check brake fluid level	207
Checking brake pads for wear	209
Charging the battery	210
Charging and maintenance of the battery during winter storage	213
Removing the battery	215
Refitting the battery	221
Checking drive chain tension	227
Chain lubrication	229
Replacing the bulbs	230
Beam setting	231
Tires	233
Check engine oil level	236
Cleaning and replacing the spark plugs	238
Cleaning the motorcycle	239
Storing the motorcycle	241
Important notes	241
Maintenance	242
Scheduled maintenance chart: operations to be performed by the Dealer	242
Scheduled maintenance chart: operations to be performed by the customer	245
Technical data	246
Weights	246
Overall dimensions	247
Top-ups	248
Engine	250
Timing system	251
Performance data	252
Spark plugs	252
Fuel system	252
Brakes	253
Transmission	254
Frame	255
Wheels	255
Tires	255
Suspensions	255
Exhaust system	255
Available colors	255
Electrical system	257
Routine maintenance record	263