User manual DUCATI 749S

[. . . ] Owner's manual E DUCATI749/749S 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. [. . . ] Underinflated or overinflated tyres reduce braking efficiency and may affect safe riding and motorcycle good handling while turning. E 49 Stopping the motorcycle If you let go of the throttle twistgrip, the motorcycle will slow down gradually and smoothly. Then, shift down releasing the clutch, and finally change from first to neutral. To switch the engine off, simply turn the key to OFF (page 23). 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 other locks designed to prevent motorcycle motion, such as brake disc locks, rear sprocket locks, and so on is dangerous and may impair motorcycle operation and affect the safety of rider and passenger. E Important The engine control unit incorporates a power save feature. When the key is left accidentally in the ON position and the starter button is not operated within 15 seconds, the engine control unit shuts down automatically. To avoid theft, 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. Warning Use fuel with low lead content and an original octane number of 95 minimum (see table "Top-ups" on page 80). Make sure there is no fuel trapped in the filler plug recess. Max level E fig. 48 and 49) Stored in a compartment inside the right fairing panel is an envelope with: An Owner's manual; A helmet fastening cable (Monoposto version); A tool kit including: - Box wrench for spark plugs; at the opposite end, combined wrench (inner diam. 14); - Tommy bar for box wrench; - Double-bit screwdriver; - Allen key for fairings (Monoposto version); - Screwdriver for rear shock absorber adjustment. The twin-seater version comes with a helmet fastening cable, which is stored underneath the passenger seat. 49 52 MAIN MAINTENANCE OPERATIONS the screw (4) joining the right and left body panels at the bottom end. Side body panels - monoposto Remove the body panels as follows: Remove the four quick fasteners (3) with their ring securing the body panels to the frame. On the right-hand side, gain access to the tool kit, take the Allen key for the fairing and remove the following: the two quick fasteners (1) securing the body panels to the brackets. the two quick fasteners (2) securing the body panels to the headlamp fairing. the screw (4) joining the right and left body panels at the bottom end. Removing the fairing Some servicing operations need the motorcycle fairing to be removed. Warning Firmly and properly secure all removed parts when refitting them, otherwise some of them might suddenly come off when riding and you may lose control of your motorcycle. Important At reassembly always fit nylon washers when tightening fastening screws, not to damage painted parts and Plexiglas headlamp fairing. Using the Allen key accommodated under the seat unscrew what follows: the two quick fasteners (1) securing the body panels to the brackets. [. . . ] 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 owner may be required to keep receipts and failed parts in order to receive compensation. [. . . ]