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DUCATI

996

Owner’s manual

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Page 3: ...ou unforgettable emotions For any servicing or suggestions you might need please contact our authorized service centres Enjoy your ride Ducati Motor S p A declines any liability whatsoever for any mis...

Page 4: ...ponents and devices 19 Location 19 Tank filler plug 20 Seat catch and helmet hook 21 Side stand 22 Steering damper 23 Front fork adjusters 24 Rear shock absorber adjusters 26 Changing motorcycle track...

Page 5: ...chnical data 59 Overall dimensions 59 Weights 59 Top ups 60 Engine 61 Timing system 61 Performance data 62 Spark plugs 62 Brakes 62 Transmission 63 Frame 64 Wheels 64 Tyres 64 Suspensions 65 Electric...

Page 6: ...r than original Ducati spare parts during the warranty period or the warranty will be automatically invalidated Symbols Ducati Motor S p A advises you to read this manual carefully so as to become fam...

Page 7: ...t with both hands Ride within the law and observe national and local rules Always respect speed limits where these are posted However always adjust your speed to the visibility road and traffic condit...

Page 8: ...cessories should not exceed 310 Kg 683 lb Arrange your luggage or heavy accessories in the lowest possible position and close to motorcycle centre Be sure to secure the luggage to the supports provide...

Page 9: ...l Ducati motorcycles have two identification numbers for frame fig 1 1 and engine fig 1 2 Frame number Engine number Note These numbers identify the motorcycle model and are required when ordering spa...

Page 10: ...sure to read this information carefully before you use the controls Position of motorcycle controls fig 2 1 Instrument panel 2 Key operated ignition switch and steering lock 3 Left switch 4 Clutch lev...

Page 11: ...bout 4 liters 1 05 US Gall fuel left in the tank 5 Green light Comes on and flashes when a turn indicator is on 6 Red light Comes on when engine oil pressure is too low It comes on when the ignition i...

Page 12: ...fe place Key operated ignition switch and steering lock fig 5 It is located in front of the fuel tank and has four positions A ON lights and engine enabled B OFF lights and engine disabled C LOCK stee...

Page 13: ...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 turn i...

Page 14: ...o 1 gives maximum distance between lever and twistgrip whereas lever and twistgrip are closest when adjuster is set to position no 4 When you operate lever 1 you will disengage the engine from the gea...

Page 15: ...clockwise slow down Never use this device when the engine is warm 4 3 fig 8 Right switch fig 9 G Switch for ENGINE STOP two positions position RUN run position OFF stop Warning This switch is mainly...

Page 16: ...lever fig 9 Pull in the lever 4 towards the twistgrip to operate the front brake The system is hydraulically operated and you just need to pull the lever gently The brake lever is provided with a dial...

Page 17: ...ar 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 shift down...

Page 18: ...age until the gear change pedal is in the desired position Tighten both check nuts until they contact linkage To set the rear brake pedal loosen check nut 4 Turn travel adjuster 5 until pedal is in th...

Page 19: ...r plug 2 Seat catch 3 Side stand 4 Hook for helmet fastening cable 5 Steering damper 6 Rear view mirrors 7 Front fork adjusters 8 Rear shock absorber adjusters 9 Motorcycle track alignment linkage fig...

Page 20: ...he 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 closed with the key in In turn...

Page 21: ...intended to lock your helmet safely when you park your motorcycle Never leave the helmet hanging from the hook when riding or it may get in the way and make you lose control of the motorcycle Insertin...

Page 22: ...thrust arm 1 with your foot until it is 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...

Page 23: ...torcycle road behavior under any riding conditions Turn the knob 1 clockwise for a harder setting 2 counter clockwise for a softer setting 3 A click identifies the different settings Warning Never att...

Page 24: ...Turn the adjuster 1 on fork leg top with a flat screwdriver to adjust rebound damping To reach the adjuster 3 insert a screwdriver into the passing hole on the wheel spindle at fork leg axis As you tu...

Page 25: ...hex adjusting nut 2 with a 22 mm 0 87 in hexagon wrench Preload setting range A fig 17 1 is from 25 to 10 mm 0 98 to 0 39 in Factory setting is 20 mm 0 79 in Important Adjust both fork legs to same se...

Page 26: ...rear shock absorber are used to adjust the outer spring preload To change spring preload slacken the upper ring nut Then tighten or slacken the lower ring nut to increase or decrease spring preload a...

Page 27: ...ng standard setting measure the reference value H fig 19 1 The rider can modify track alignment according to his her needs by changing working position of the rear shock absorber increasing decreasing...

Page 28: ...kes gently Do not brake violently or keep brake applied for too long This will enable a correct break in of friction material on brake pads against brake discs For all mechanical moving parts of the m...

Page 29: ...t start the motorcycle and call a DUCATI Dealer or Authorized Workshop After 2 500 km 1 553 miles After running in never exceed 10 000 rpm during the motorcycle standard use Important During the whole...

Page 30: ...on key to ON fig 21 1 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 page...

Page 31: ...ds before attempting to restart the engine 4 Turn the twistgrip 2 fig 21 2 clockwise slow down the button 1 will automatically disable Important Do not rev up the engine when it is cold Allow some tim...

Page 32: ...elerations as this may lead to carburettor flooding and transmission snatching The clutch lever should not be pulled longer than necessary after gear is engaged or friction parts may overheat and wear...

Page 33: ...and so on is dangerous and may impair motorcycle operation and affect the safety of rider and passenger Parking Stop and park the motorcycle on the side stand see page 22 To avoid theft turn the hand...

Page 34: ...34 Max level fig 22 2 Refueling fig 22 2 Never overfill the tank when refueling Fuel should never be touching the rim of filler recess Warning Be sure there is no fuel trapped in the filler recess...

Page 35: ...h this compartment the tail guard must be lifted by opening the catch page 21 The tool bag fig 24 holds 1 14 mm 0 55 in box wrench 2 10 8 6 5 4 mm Allen wrench 0 39 0 31 0 24 0 20 0 16 in 3 rear eccen...

Page 36: ...at are not used in demanding conditions such as riding in town traffic on dusty ground long trips on mountain roads long trips on motorways at high speed riding in bad weather and so on In these cases...

Page 37: ...ning and lubrication C L C L C L Timing belts C C S General testing C C C Flexible cables C C C Clutch and brake hydraulic controls C C C Cylinder compression C Throttle body synchronization and idlin...

Page 38: ...ve clearance C Rear wheel rubber cush drive damper C Signaling and light system V Coolant C C C S Battery liquid level C C General lubrication L L L Clutch and brake control oil C C C S Front fork oil...

Page 39: ...At reassembly always fit nylon washers when tightening fastening screws not to damage painted parts and Plexiglas headlamp fairing Some fastening screws are of the self tapping type do not overtighte...

Page 40: ...s and remove them from the headlamp fairing supports Undo the two fastening screws 2 of the headlight support and disconnect the four connectors 3 joining the two body panels together Important At rea...

Page 41: ...2 fig 27 2 from its seat on the inner cover 3 Clean the filter cartridge with compressed air or fit a new one if needed Important A dirty filter will reduce air intake increase fuel consumption reduc...

Page 42: ...w 2 fig 28 2 Remove the tank from its front clamping by pulling the tank backwards Move it to the right leaving fuel tubing connected Unscrew the filler 1 fig 28 1 and add a mixture consisting of wate...

Page 43: ...ar it means that there is air in the circuit Contact a Ducati Dealer or Authorized Workshop to have the system inspected and air drained out Warning Clutch fluid level in the reservoir tends to increa...

Page 44: ...le it is best to open the device by unscrewing the two fastening screws 1 fig 31 and then grease the cable ends and the pulley Warning When refitting the cover be sure to slide the cable onto the suit...

Page 45: ...twistgrip must have a free play of 1 5 2 mm 0 06 0 09 in measured at the edge of the twistgrip at all positions of the handlebars If it needs adjusting use the suitable adjuster 2 fig 31 provided on...

Page 46: ...st Important Add only distilled water to the battery Tap water may shorten battery life A kinked or twisted breather tube may lead to overpressure and damage the battery Warning The battery contains s...

Page 47: ...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 at the batt...

Page 48: ...ease the screw threadings 1 with SHELL Retinax HDX2 and tighten to 22 Nm Note While performing the above the handlebars should not be fully turned When finished the steering damper must be repositione...

Page 49: ...ission parts 25 mm Tensione catena sul cavalletto laterale Chain tension adjustment on side stand fig 34 Chain lubrication The chain fitted on your motorcycle has OR seals that keep dirt out of and lu...

Page 50: ...ss the lower quick release button to disconnect the connector 2 L h high beam bulb fig 35 2 disconnect the connector 3 of the white bulb cable from the front wiring remove the rubber cover 1 from the...

Page 51: ...amp fairing must be removed first see page 40 Undo the horn fastening screw and remove the horn Pull out the bulb holder 5 fig 35 3 from the rim reflector assembly Remove the bulb and fit a new one fi...

Page 52: ...n the indicator body and tighten the screw 1 A 1 2 2 1 fig 37 Number plate and stop light fig 38 To expose the number plate bulb withdraw the lamp holder from the number plate holder then extract the...

Page 53: ...rcycle If possible perform this check in dim light Switch on the low beam The height of the light spot measured at the upper limit between dark and lighted up area should not exceed 9 10th of the heig...

Page 54: ...e 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 A tyre must be repl...

Page 55: ...m 0 078 in 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 indi...

Page 56: ...teady level after stopping the engine Oil level should be between the marks near the sight glass Top up oil level with SHELL Advance Ultra 4 if low Undo the filler plug 2 and top up to correct level R...

Page 57: ...lectrode gap it should be 0 6 0 7 mm 0 023 0 027 in 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 affe...

Page 58: ...urther accidents may occur Clean the discs with an oil free solvent Storing the bike away If the motorcycle is to be left unridden over long periods it is advisable to carry out the following operatio...

Page 59: ...n fig 43 fig 43 Weights Dry weight 190 kg 419 lb Carrying full load 310 kg 683 lb Warning Failure to observe weight limits could result in poor handling and impair the performance of your motorcycle a...

Page 60: ...cific products for O ring chains SHELL Advance Chain or Advance Teflon Chain _ Odometer cable SHELL grease Alvania R3 or Retinax LX2 _ Steering bearings SHELL grease Alvania R3 or Retinax LX2 _ Protec...

Page 61: ...xceed specified rotation speed limits under any running condition 7 6 6 8 2 1 5 1 3 4 Timing system Desmodromic type with four valves per cylinder operated by eight rockers 4 opening rockers and 4 clo...

Page 62: ...d skin injuries in the event of accidental spilling Wash the affected area with abundant running water Performance data Maximum speed in any gear should be reached only after a correct running in peri...

Page 63: ...e DID Type 525 IIV Size 5 8 x5 16 Links 94 Important The above gear ratios are the homologated ones and under no circumstances must they be modified However if you wish to tune up your motorcycle for...

Page 64: ...ont tyre Tubeless radial tyre Size 120 70 ZR17 Rear tyre Tubeless radial tyre Size 190 50 ZR17 Frame Tubular trestle frame with upper section made of high strength steel Steering angle on each side 27...

Page 65: ...nt stability Travel 71 mm 2 8 in Electric system Basic electric items are front headlamp consisting of the following 12V 55W low beam unit poly ellipsoidal with capacitor 12V 55W high beam unit parkin...

Page 66: ...of the injection system 1 fig 45 2 The fuse located on a side of the battery fig 45 3 protects the electronic regulator Remove the fuse cap 2 to expose it A blown fuse is identified by the interrupted...

Page 67: ...Electric fan 13 Rear right turn indicator 14 Tail light 15 Number plate lighting bulb 16 Rear left turn indicator 17 Fuel tank 18 Diagnosis connector 19 Vertical cylinder coil 20 Horizontal cylinder c...

Page 68: ...w Black GR Grey G B Green Blue Lb Light blue Bk Black 30 Timing engine rpm pickup 31 Water temperature sensor 32 Injection ignition unit 33 Injection relay fuses 34 Regulator fuse 35 Regulator 36 Gene...

Page 69: ...ectric fan 7 5 A C 3 Left switch 3 A D 4 High beam 15 A E 5 Low beam 15 A F 6 Turn indicators warning lights 7 5 A tail lights and instrument panel lights G 7 Stop warning horn 7 5 A H 8 Right switch...

Page 70: ...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 Noise emission warranty Ducati Motor S p A warrants t...

Page 71: ...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 inoperative by any person Among...

Page 72: ...r 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 cont...

Page 73: ...ng the fuel system Always close the fuel petcock when the engine is not running to prevent flooding of the throttle body Do not overfill fuel tank see instructions page 34 Motorcycle exhaust contains...

Page 74: ...74 Label location fig B fig B...

Page 75: ...0 5 0 6 ITEM THIS VEHICLE CONFORMS TO U S EPA REGULATIONS APPLICABLE TO 1998 MODEL YEAR NEW MOTORCYCLES ENGINE TUNE UP SPECIFICATIONS VEHICLE EMISSION CONTROL INFORMATION BOLOGNA ITALY Engine displace...

Page 76: ...system This system consists of fig C 1 Warm air inlet 2 Canister 3 Dell Orto jet 4 Fuel tank c Breather pipe d Drain pipe Important In the event of fuel system malfunction contact Ducati s authorized...

Page 77: ...air and the geographically appropriate hourly labor rate The owner may be required to keep receipts and failed parts in order to receive compensation Ducati limited warranty on emission control system...

Page 78: ...usion or limitation of any incidental or consequential damages so the above limitations may not apply to you B No express emission control system warranty is given by Ducati except as specifically set...

Page 79: ...79 Routine maintenance record km miles Ducati Mileage Date Service Name 1 000 621 10 000 6 214 20 000 12 427 30 000 18 641 40 000 24 855 50 000 31 068...

Page 80: ...DUCATIMOTOR spa Via Cavalieri Ducati 3 40132 Bologna Italy Tel 0039 0516413111 Fax 0039 051406580 Internet www ducati com 913 7 057 1B Stampato 11 1999...

Page 81: ...14 WR Gr R WR P WR Y R SC 11 28 WR GrB 5 22 Bn Bn OB YG 5 Bn OB 22 Bn YG POT H2O MOT AIR PRESS V O B E A D H F G C 1 1 4 3 2 20 19 22 21 31 30 29 28 27 FITTED ON THE 4 INJECTOR VERSION ONLY 1 2 AMP 3...

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