User manual DUCATI 1000DS

[. . . ] Owner's manual E DUCATIMULTISTRADA 1000DS 1 E 2 Hearty welcome among Ducati fans!We think you will ride your Ducati motorcycle for long journeys as well as short daily trips. We are steadily doing our best to improve our "Technical Assistance" service. For this reason, we recommend you to strictly follow the indications given in this manual, especially for motorcycle running-in. [. . . ] Then, shift down releasing the clutch, and finally change from first to neutral. Important The motorcycle is fitted with an energy-saving control unit. In order to prevent any current absorption, the control unit is disabled in case the key is left on ON by accident and the starter button is not pressed after 15 seconds; turn the key to OFF and back to ON to reset. Parking Stop the motorcycle, then put it on the side stand (see page 38). Turn the handlebar fully left and block it by pushing in the ignition key and turning it to the LOCK position. If you park in a garage or other facilities, make sure that there is proper ventilation and that the motorcycle is not near a source of heat or sparks. You may leave the parking lights on by turning the key to position P. Important Do not leave the key turned to P for long periods or the battery will run down. Never leave the ignition key in the switch when you are leaving your bike unattended. Warning The exhaust system might be hot, even after engine is switched off; pay particular attention not to touch exhaust system with any body part and do not park the vehicle next to inflammable material (wood, leaves etc. ). Warning Using padlocks or locks that prevent motion (such as brake disc or crown sprocket locks and so on) is very dangerous and may affect motorcycle operation as well as the safety of rider and passenger. E 50 Refuelling (fig. Warning Use low-lead fuel having at least 95 fuel octane rating (see table "Refuelling" page 81). Be sure there is no fuel trapped in the filler recess. Max level E fig. 39) In the right-hand fairing there is a compartment that can be accessed after opening the door (see page 37), in this compartment there are: an Owner's manual; a helmet fastening cable; The tool bag (fig. 40) holds: - box wrench for spark plugs; - tommy bar; - double-bit screwdriver. E fig. 40 52 MAIN MAINTENANCE OPERATIONS Removing the fairing Some servicing operations need the motorcycle fairing to be removed. Warning Firmly secure all removed parts properly when refitting them, otherwise some of them might suddenly come off when riding and you may loose control of your motorcycle. Important At reassembly always fit nylon washers when tightening fastening screws to avoid damage to painted parts and Plexiglas headlamp fairing. E 53 Mobile headlight fairing Loosen the four screws (1) that secure the mobile headlight fairing to the supports with seal (2). To change the windshield, with the suitable torx wrench loosen the screws (3) with nylon washer (4), lock rubbercoated nuts (5) from the inside (fig. While fitting the new windshield, tighten the screws (2) starting from the center one. Check that the seals (2) are on the supports then position the mobile headlight fairing and secure it on either sides with screws (1). 41a 54 Fixed headlight fairing Undo the six screws (1) securing the inner flange, on either side of the headlight fairing, then pull the inner flange upward and remove it (fig. Note Be careful while removing the flange not to damage the paint of the headlight fairing. [. . . ] In the state of California only, Emission Control System emergency repairs, as provided for in the California Administrative Code, may be performed by other than an authorized Ducati dealer. An emergency situation occurs when an authorized Ducati dealer is not reasonably available, a part is not available within 30 days, or a repair is not complete within 30 days. Ducati will reimburse the owner for the expenses, including diagnosis, not to exceed Ducati's suggested retail price for all warranted parts replaced and labor charges based on Ducati's recommended time allowance for the warranty repair and the geographically appropriate hourly labor rate. The 100 owner may be required to keep receipts and failed parts in order to receive compensation. [. . . ]