Ducati 2003 ST2 User Manual Download

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Owner’s manual

DUCATI

SPORT TOURING

Summary of Contents for 2003 ST2

Page 1: ...1 E Owner s manual DUCATISPORTTOURING...

Page 3: ...nforgettable emotions For any servicing or suggestions you might need please contact our authorized service centers Enjoy your ride Note Ducati Motor Holding S p A declines any liability whatsoever fo...

Page 4: ...pedals 20 Main components and devices 22 Location 22 Tank filler plug 23 Seat catch and helmet hooks 24 Side stand 25 Lifting handgrip 26 Power outlet 26 Centre stand 27 Rear view mirrors 28 Front fo...

Page 5: ...rk plugs 67 Cleaning the motorcycle 68 Storing the bike away 68 Important notes 68 Technical data 69 Overall dimensions 69 Weights 69 Top ups 70 ST2 engine 71 ST2 timing system 71 ST4 engine 72 ST4 ti...

Page 6: ...ti spare parts during the warranty period or the warranty right will be automatically invalidated Symbols Ducati Motor Holding S p A advises you to read this booklet carefully so as to become familiar...

Page 7: ...mits where these are posted However always adjust your speed to the visibility road and traffic conditions you are riding in Always signal your intention to turn or pull to the next lane in good time...

Page 8: ...bumpy roads When the side panniers are fitted never exceed 130 Km h Further reduce speed if tyres are worn down and when riding on poor road surface or with poor visibility Information about carrying...

Page 9: ...uard as this would affect stability and cause danger Do not insert any objects you may need to carry into the gaps of the frame as these may foul moving parts If you install the side panniers availabl...

Page 10: ...Ducati motorcycles have two identification numbers for frame fig 2 and engine fig 3 Frame number Engine number Note These numbers identify the motorcycle model and should always be indicated when orde...

Page 11: ...cle controls fig 4 1 Instrument panel 2 Key operated ignition switch and steering lock 3 Left switch 4 Clutch lever 5 Cold start lever 6 Right switch 7 Throttle twistgrip 8 Front brake lever 9 Gear ch...

Page 12: ...are about 6 liters fuel left in the tank corresponding to 1 bar of the digital display 8 1 fig 6 5 Turn indicator light green Comes on and flashes when a turn indicator is on 6 Oil pressure light red...

Page 13: ...When the engine is cold the flashing message LO is displayed Engine temperature is displayed from 45 C 113 F and over If engine maximum temperature 120 C 248 F is reached the indicator will start bli...

Page 14: ...dentification plate in a safe place Key operated ignition switch and steering lock fig 8 It is located in front of the fuel tank and has four positions A ON lights and engine on B OFF lights and engin...

Page 15: ...ht and panel lights on Note This device is not fitted on the Australia and Japan versions 2 Dip switch light dip switch two positions position low beam on position high beam on 3 Switch 3 position tur...

Page 16: ...you will disengage the engine from the gearbox and therefore from the driving wheel Using the clutch properly is essential to smooth riding especially when moving off Important Using the clutch prope...

Page 17: ...engine idling speed after starting Lever positions A vertical closed B fully open The lever can be opened and closed gradually to adjust speed until engine is fully warm see page 36 Important Never us...

Page 18: ...iding with lights on and leaving the ignition key in the ON position may run the battery flat as the lights will remain on 2 Button engine start Throttle twistgrip fig 12 The twistgrip 3 on the right...

Page 19: ...The gear change pedal is at rest when in the central position N is moved up and down to change gears and then returns to the central position down push down on the pedal to engage 1st gear and to shi...

Page 20: ...he preferred riding position of each rider To set the gear change pedal lock linkage 1 and loosen the check nuts 2 and 3 Note Nut 2 has a left hand thread Fit an open nd wrench to the hexagonl element...

Page 21: ...ck nut 4 Work pedal by hand to make sure it has 1 5 2 mm free play before brake begins to bite If not so set the length of cylinder linkage as follows Loosen the check nut 6 on cylinder linkage Tighte...

Page 22: ...fig 17 1 Tank filler plug 2 Seat catch and helmet hook 3 Side stand 4 Lifting handgrip 5 Centre stand 6 Rear view mirrors 7 Front fork adjusters 8 Shock absorber adjusters 9 Power outlet 10 Catalyzer...

Page 23: ...ug Closing Refit the plug with the key in it and push it down into its seat Turn the key anticlockwise to its initial position and take it out Close the lock protection lid 1 Note The plug can only be...

Page 24: ...e into one of the two hooks 3 Leave the helmet hanging outside fig 20 and refit the seat Warning This system is intended to lock your helmet safely when you park your motorcycle Never leave the helmet...

Page 25: ...fully extended Tilt the motorcycle until the side stand is resting on the ground Warning Do not sit on the motorcycle when it is supported on the side stand To move the side stand to its rest position...

Page 26: ...h lever in this case the side stand must be up fig 22 1 2 Lifting handgrip A handgrip 1 fig 23 that pivots on the left pillion passenger footpeg is provided to help you place the motorcycle on the cen...

Page 27: ...with your right hand Push down on the thrust arm 3 of the centre stand until it touches the ground At the same time hold the handgrip and pull the motorcycle upward and backward To take the bike off t...

Page 28: ...e mirror parts comes off have the mirror repaired or replaced by a Dealer or at an authorized workshop Warning Never ride with a missing rear view mirror the inability to see the traffic behind you ma...

Page 29: ...top with a flat screwdriver to adjust rebound damping To reach the adjuster 3 fig 28 insert a screwdriver into the passing hole on the wheel spindle at fork leg axis As you turn the adjusting screws 1...

Page 30: ...oth for rebound and compression The 14th click gives the softest damping To change the preload of the spring inside each fork leg turn the hex adjusting nut 2 with a 22 mm hexagon wrench Height A fig...

Page 31: ...the adjusters 1 and 2 clockwise gives harder damping H turning anticlockwise gives softer damping S STANDARD setting Turn the adjusters all the way in clockwise then undo the adjuster 1 2 5 turns undo...

Page 32: ...urt your hand hitting motorcycle parts Important The shock absorber is filled with gas under pressure and may cause severe damage if taken apart by unskilled persons When carrying a passenger and lugg...

Page 33: ...or a most efficient running in of engine brakes and suspensions For the first 100 km use the brakes gently Do not brake violently or keep brake applied for too long This will enable a correct break in...

Page 34: ...A from any liability whatsoever for resulting engine damage or shorter engine life After 2500 km After running in never exceed the following values during the motorcycle standard use 9000 rpm ST2 100...

Page 35: ...k coolant level in the expansion reservoir Top up if necessary page 49 Tyre condition Check tyre pressure and condition page 64 Controls Work the brake clutch throttle and gear change controls levers...

Page 36: ...gnition key to ON fig 32 Make sure both the green light N and the red light on the instrument panel come on Important The oil pressure light should go out a few seconds after the engine has started pa...

Page 37: ...ome time for oil to reach all points that need lubricating 5 As the engine warms up move the cold start lever gradually towards the vertical position A Once fully warm the engine should hold idling rp...

Page 38: ...the gear change lever and let go of clutch lever To shift down release the twistgrip pull the clutch control lever shortly speed up to help gears synchronize shift down and release the clutch The cont...

Page 39: ...ol of the motorcycle When riding in the rain or on slippery surfaces braking will become less effective Always use the brakes very gently and carefully when riding under these conditions Any sudden ma...

Page 40: ...key in the ON position when engine is stopped or this will damage the electric components Parking Stop the motorcycle then put it on the centre stand to park it see page 27 Turn the handlebar fully le...

Page 41: ...n 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 Refueling Never overfill...

Page 42: ...24 ST2 tool bag holds fig 39 1 Box wrench for spark plugs 3 Tommy bar 4 Double bit screwdriver 5 Allen wrenches 6 Pin wrench for shock absorber ring nut 7 Helmet fastening cable ST4 tool bag holds fi...

Page 43: ...u may lose control of your motorcycle Important At reassembly always use nylon washers when tightening fastening screws not to damage painted parts and Plexiglas windproof cover Some fastening screws...

Page 44: ...anels together and to the central air conveyor Remove the lower body panels Instrument panel side guards fig 42 Remove the screw in the centre 3 joining the two side guards together and the two screws...

Page 45: ...dy panels Remove the fairing sliding it off the headlamp Important When refitting it is necessary to loosen the screws of both rear view mirror mounts and then fit the headlight fairing Make sure dire...

Page 46: ...hat holds each body panel to the front baffle Unscrew the rear fastening screw 4 holding each body panel to the frame Unscrew the two lower fastening screws 5 holding the body panels to the central ai...

Page 47: ...upport Lift the tank and unhook the support rod 3 fig 49 Rest the tank onto the rod as shown in the figure When you are finished reverse the above procedure to refit all the parts you have removed War...

Page 48: ...new one Important A dirty filter will reduce air intake increase fuel consumption reduce engine power and foul the spark plugs Do not use the motorcycle without filter or suspended matters could get...

Page 49: ...Unscrew the filler 1 fig 53 and add a mixture consisting of water and antifreeze SHELL Advance Coolant or Glycoshell 35 40 of the volume up to MAX mark Refit the filler 1 and reassemble all removed p...

Page 50: ...ever has exceeding play and the transmission snatches or jams as you try to engage a gear it means that there is air in the circuit Contact your Ducati Dealer or an authorized workshop to have the sys...

Page 51: ...e calipers brake pads have a wear mark If the grooves in the friction material are still visible the pad is still in good condition Rear brake fig 55 The friction material on each pad should be at lea...

Page 52: ...event these failures smear the ends of the Bowden cables with SHELL Advance Grease or Retinax LX2 at regular intervals For the throttle cable it is best to remove the cover 1 fig 56 by unscrewing the...

Page 53: ...throttle twistgrip must have a free play of 1 5 2 mm measured at the edge of the twistgrip at all positions of the handlebars If it needs adjusting use the suitable adjuster 1 fig 58 provided on the...

Page 54: ...he battery charger leads to the battery terminals red to positive terminal black to negative terminal Important Make sure the charger is off when you connect the battery to it or you might get sparks...

Page 55: ...kwise or slacken the screw 2 on either side of the swingarm equally to increase or reduce chain tension If you are slackening the chain you will have to push the wheel forward Important Improper chain...

Page 56: ...Chain or Advance Teflon Chain on each link Important Using non specific lubricants may lead to severe damage to chain front and rear sprocket 1 Replacing bulbs Before replacing a burnt out bulb make...

Page 57: ...er from the headlamp body and pull out the bulb cable Note The black ground cable connector does not need to be disconnected to replace the headlamp bulbs Release the clip 3 that secures the bulb and...

Page 58: ...to obtain correct alignment fig 65 Hook the clip 3 to the headlamp holders reconnect the cables and refit the rubber cover To change the parking light bulb pull out the bulb holder 4 fig 66 from the r...

Page 59: ...bulb from its holder to replace it The bulb holder cables are numbered to avoid confusion in the event more bulbs need replacing at the same time Be sure to match the numbers marked on the connectors...

Page 60: ...und slot pointing upward and turn it clockwise until it locks in place in the indicator body Rear remove the screw 2 fig 69 and detach the glass 3 from the indicator body holder The bulb is of the ban...

Page 61: ...and replace it Stop light To replace the stop and parking light bulb unscrew the two screws 1 fig 70 that secure the glass and remove glass The bulb is of the banjo type press and rotate anti clockwi...

Page 62: ...ctated by headlamp center and a vertical one in line with the longitudinal axis of motorcycle If possible perform this check in dim light Switch on the low beam The height of the light spot measured a...

Page 63: ...ew anticlockwise to lower the beam clockwise to raise it The side position of the headlamp is adjusted using the adjusting screw 2 fig 74 on the right side of headlamp Remove the right side guard of t...

Page 64: ...r replacement In the event of a tiny puncture tubeless tyres will take a long time to deflate as they tend to keep air inside If you find low pressure on one tyre check the tyre for punctures Warning...

Page 65: ...less than 2 mm and anyway not below the legal limit Important Visually inspect the tyres at regular intervals for detecting cracks and cuts especially on the side walls bulges or large spots that are...

Page 66: ...with SHELL Advance Ultra 4 if low Undo the filler plug 2 and top up to correct level Refit the plug Important Engine oil and oil filters must be changed by a Ducati dealer or authorized workshop at re...

Page 67: ...ark plug Check electrode gap it should be 0 6 0 7 mm Important If the gap needs adjusting be very careful when bending the side electrode If gap is too wide or too close engine performance will be aff...

Page 68: ...in his her country replaced with spare parts complying with local law Cleaning the motorcycle To preserve the finish of metal parts and paintwork wash and clean your motorcycle at regular intervals an...

Page 69: ...fig 78 Weights Dry weight 209 Kg ST2 215 Kg ST4 Carrying full load 420 Kg Warning Failure to observe weight limits could result in poor handling and impair the performance of your motorcycle and you...

Page 70: ...8 ST4 Front Rear brake and clutch circuits Special fluid for hydraulic systems SHELL Advance Brake DOT 4 Protectant for electric contacts Spray for electric systems SHELL Advance Contact Cleaner Front...

Page 71: ...d rotation speed limits under any running condition Timing system Desmodromic type with two valves per cylinder operated by four rockers 2 opening rockers and 2 closing rockers and an overhead camshaf...

Page 72: ...c Compression ratio 1 11 0 0 5 Max power at crankshaft 95 1 EC 77 kW 105 HP at 9500 rpm Max torque at crankshaft 95 1 EC 89 Nm at 7250 rpm Max rotation speed 10 000 rpm Important Do not exceed specif...

Page 73: ...Braking surface 88 sq cm Brake calipers with separate pistons Make BREMBO Type 30 34 4 pistons Friction material FERIT I D 450 FF ST2 TOSHIBA TT2802 ST4 Master cylinder type PS 16 Rear brake With fix...

Page 74: ...aler or an authorized workshop If improperly replaced this component could seriously endanger your safety and that or your passenger and cause irreparable damage to your motorcycle Transmission Dry cl...

Page 75: ...Headstock angle 24 Trail 102 mm Wheels Three spoke light alloy rims Front wheel Make BREMBO Dimensions 3 50x17 Rear wheel Make BREMBO Dimensions 5 50x17 Both wheel spindles can be removed Tyres Front...

Page 76: ...s the adjustment of rebound and compression damping and spring preload At the bottom pivot point it is connected to a steel swingarm The swingarm hinges on a pivot pin passing through the engine The w...

Page 77: ...rning lights 12V 2W and 3W instrument lights Electrical controls on handlebar Turn indicators 12V 10W bulbs Horn Stop light switches Battery 12V 10 Ah Generator 12V 520W Electronic voltage regulator r...

Page 78: ...behind the control unit protect the relays of the injection system Their ratings are 7 5 A A 20 A B 5 A C The fuse located on a side of the battery fig 83 protects the electronic regulator Remove the...

Page 79: ...tch 3 Ignition relay 4 Fuse box 5 Turn indicator flasher 6 Lights relay 7 Starter motor 8 Starter contactor 9 Battery 10 Water temperature sensor 11 Electric fan relay 12 Electric fan 13 Rear right tu...

Page 80: ...The system wiring diagrams are at the end of this manual Legend of fuse box Pos Description Rat A 1 Main switch 30 A B 2 High and low beams 15 A C 3 Turn indicators warning lights parking 7 5 A lights...

Page 81: ...e Warning This motorcycle is designed and intended for use on streets and other smooth paved areas only Do not use this motorcycle on unpaved surfaces Such use could lead to upset or other accident No...

Page 82: ...purpose of noise control prior to its sale or delivery to the ultimate purchaser or while it is in use or 2 the use of the vehicle after such device or element of design has been removed or rendered i...

Page 83: ...uver will be reduced All of your actions should be smooth under these conditions Sudden acceleration braking or turning may cause loss of control When the roadway is wet rely more on the throttle to c...

Page 84: ...ctions page 41 Motorcycle exhaust contains poisonous carbon monoxide gas Do not inhale exhaust gases and never run the engine in a closed garage or confined area Use only Ducati approved parts and acc...

Page 85: ...85 E USA Label location fig B 3 10 11 4 1 5 9 8 6 1 2 7 7 9 fig B...

Page 86: ...in Tension Adjustment on centre stand 30 mm 4 DO NOT ATTEMPT TO LOOK THROUGH THIS FAIRING THIS IS NOT A WINDSHIELD BUT AN AERODYNAMIC FAIRING ONLY FAILURE TO OBSERVE THIS WARNING COULD RESULT IN A COL...

Page 87: ...e California Air Resources Board and B is free from defects in material and workmanship which cause such motorcycle to fail to conform with applicable regulations of the United States Environmental Pr...

Page 88: ...otection Agency and the California Air Resources Board Any part or parts replaced under this warranty shall become the property of Ducati In the state of California only emissions related warranted pa...

Page 89: ...exclusive and in lieu of all other remedies Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts so the above limitation may not apply to you C No dealer is authorized to modify...

Page 90: ...90 E USA km miles Ducati Mileage Date Service Name 1 000 10 000 20 000 30 000 40 000 50 000 ROUTINE MAINTENANCE RECORD...

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