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DUCATI

998S

Bostrom

Owner’s manual

Summary of Contents for 998S BOSTROM

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

Page 4: ...devices 19 Location 19 Tank filler plug 20 Seat catch and helmet hook 21 Side stand 22 Steering damper 23 Front fork adjusters 24 Shock absorber adjusters 26 Changing motorcycle track alignment 27 Di...

Page 5: ...el 53 Cleaning and replacing the spark plugs 54 Cleaning the motorcycle 55 Storing the bike away 55 Important notes 56 Technical data 57 Overall dimensions 57 Weights 57 Top ups 58 Engine 59 Timing sy...

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

Page 7: ...al rules Always respect speed limits 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 pul...

Page 8: ...ge your luggage or heavy accessories in the lowest possible position and close to motorcycle centre Be sure to secure the luggage to the supports provided on the motorcycle as firmly as possible Impro...

Page 9: ...fig 1 2 Frame number Engine number Note These numbers identify the motorcycle model and are required when ordering spare parts This exclusive model has been produced in a limited series Each motorcyc...

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 le...

Page 11: ...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 briefly comes on when the ignition is switched to ON and normally goes out a f...

Page 12: ...A ON lights and engine enabled B OFF lights and engine disabled C LOCK steering locked D P parking light and steering lock Warning This vehicle is equipped with an energy saving CPU If the key stays...

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...

Page 14: ...Remember that position no 1 gives maximum distance between lever and twistgrip whereas lever and twistgrip are closest when adjuster is set to position no 4 When you pull in the lever 1 you will dise...

Page 15: ...tion speed after starting Control positions A vertical Control not activated B Control fully activated The lever may also be placed on intermediate positions to match the progressive engine warming up...

Page 16: ...y run the battery flat as the lights will remain on 2 Button engine start Throttle twistgrip fig 9 The twistgrip 3 on the right handlebar opens the throttles When released it will spring back to the i...

Page 17: ...1 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 sh...

Page 18: ...ate linkage 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...

Page 19: ...Location fig 12 1 Tank filler 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 Motorcycl...

Page 20: ...plug 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...

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 Important Do not sit on the motorcycle when it is supported on the side stand T...

Page 23: ...rcycle 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 attem...

Page 24: ...on Turn the adjuster 1 on fork leg top with a 3 mm Allen wrench to adjust rebound damping To reach the adjuster 3 insert a 3 mm Allen wrench into the hole as shown in fig 17 2 As you turn the adjustin...

Page 25: ...ax setting for softest damping adjustment is 24 clicks for rebound and 28 clicks for compression To change the preload of the spring inside each fork leg turn the hex adjusting nut 2 with a 22 mm hexa...

Page 26: ...d 2 all the way in clockwise then slacken them 14 clicks Two ring nuts 3 located on the top section of the shock absorber are used to adjust the outer spring preload To change spring preload slacken t...

Page 27: ...nging 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 shock absorber increasing decreasing t...

Page 28: ...ent 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 of friction mat...

Page 29: ...Workshop Important During the whole running in period the maintenance and service rules recommended in the warranty card should be observed carefully Failure to comply with these rules will release D...

Page 30: ...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 11 If the...

Page 31: ...nds before attempting to restart the engine 4 Move the starter lever 1 to its vertical position A fig 21 2 Important Do not rev up the engine when it is cold Allow some time for oil to warm up and rea...

Page 32: ...rsh accelerations 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 a...

Page 33: ...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 ventilati...

Page 34: ...34 E Refueling fig 22 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 Max level fig 22...

Page 35: ...s To reach this compartment the tail guard must be lifted by opening the catch page 21 The tool bag fig 24 holds 1 14 mm box wrench 2 10 8 6 5 4 mm Allen wrench 3 rear eccentric wrench 4 front wheel s...

Page 36: ...tant 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 overti...

Page 37: ...rs 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 re...

Page 38: ...filter cartridge with compressed air or fit a new one if needed Important A dirty filter will reduce air intake increase fuel consumption reduce engine power and foul the spark plugs Do not use the m...

Page 39: ...ront 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 water and antifreeze SHEEL Advance Coolant...

Page 40: ...ry to engage a gear 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 reservoi...

Page 41: ...emoving the pads from the calipers brake pads have a wear mark If the grooves in the friction material are still visible the pad is still in good condition Important Have the brake pads replaced at a...

Page 42: ...ake sure the cable slides smoothly inside the sheath if you feel any friction or hard spots have the cable replaced by a Ducati Dealer or Authorized Workshop To prevent these failures smear the end of...

Page 43: ...ntilated room Connect the 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 o...

Page 44: ...s punched onto the eccentric upper side Fully screw the screw 2 Grease the screw threadings 1 with SHELL Retinax HDX2 and tighten to 22 Nm Note While performing the above the handlebars should not be...

Page 45: ...hain lubrication The chain fitted on your motorcycle has OR seals that keep dirt out of and lubricant inside the sliding parts The seals might be irreparably damaged if the chain is cleaned using any...

Page 46: ...lighting device Always check for new bulb proper operation before refitting removed parts Headlamp To gain access to headlamp bulbs proceed as follows Disassembly low beam bulb fig 35 1 remove the rub...

Page 47: ...47 E 5 fig 35 3 1 4 2 4 3 1 fig 35 2 fig 35 1...

Page 48: ...wise until it clicks Refit the glass sliding the small tab A into the suitable slot in the indicator body and tighten the screw 1 A 1 2 fig 37 48 E 1 1 1 fig 36 Instrument panel fig 36 Remove the head...

Page 49: ...ght bulb lift the tail guard and unscrew the two screws 1 that secure the glass 2 The bulb is of the bayonet type press and rotate anti clockwise to remove fit the spare bulb by pressing and turning c...

Page 50: ...otorcycle 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 h...

Page 51: ...bar 2 3 Kg sq cm Rear 2 2 bar 2 4 Kg sq cm As tyre pressure is affected by temperature and altitude variations you are advised to check and adjust it whenever you are riding in areas where ample varia...

Page 52: ...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 replaced when pun...

Page 53: ...he 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 regular intervals see Warranty Booklet as...

Page 54: ...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 affect...

Page 55: ...e with warm water and dry all surfaces with chamois leather Warning Braking performance may be impaired immediately after washing the motorcycle Never grease or lubricate the brake discs Loss of braki...

Page 56: ...any Great Britain Switzerland and so on have compulsory emission and noise standards that include mandatory inspections at regular intervals Carry out any required inspection and replace any parts usi...

Page 57: ...ions mm fig 43 fig 43 Weights Dry weight 187 kg Carrying full load 310 kg Warning Failure to observe weight limits could result in poor handling and impair the performance of your motorcycle and you m...

Page 58: ...ake 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 fork SHELL Advance...

Page 59: ...ified rotation speed limits under any running condition Timing system Desmodromic type with four valves per cylinder operated by eight rockers 4 opening rockers and 4 closing rockers and two overhead...

Page 60: ...a control lever on right handlebar Braking surface 79 sq cm Make BREMBO Type 34 4 pistons Friction material TOSHIBA TT 2172 Master cylinder type PSC 15 Rear brake With fixed drilled steel disc Disc d...

Page 61: ...r wheel Make DID Type 525 HV Size 5 8 x1 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 motor...

Page 62: ...r track riding setting can be modified to the following values Steering head angle 23 30 Trail 91 mm Wheels Five spoke light alloy rims Front wheel Dimensions 3 50x17 Rear wheel Dimensions 5 50x17 Fro...

Page 63: ...h the frame and engine The whole system gives the bike excellent stability Travel 71 mm Wheel travel 130 mm Electric system Basic electric items are front headlamp consisting of the following 12V 55W...

Page 64: ...the injection system The fuse located on a side of the battery fig 45 2 protects the electronic regulator Remove the fuse cap 1 to expose it A blown fuse is identified by the interrupted inner filame...

Page 65: ...nnector 20 Injection relay 21 Horizontal cylinder coil 22 Vertical cylinder coil 23 Horizontal cylinder spark plug 24 Vertical cylinder spark plug 25 Horizontal cylinder injector 26 Vertical cylinder...

Page 66: ...A 8 16 Cooling electric fan 7 5 A Note The electric system wiring diagram is at the end of this manual 66 E Wire color coding W Y White Yellow P Pink Y G Yellow Green G Green R G Red Green W R White R...

Page 67: ...67 E km Ducati Mileage Date Service Name 1 000 10 000 20 000 30 000 40 000 50 000 ROUTINE MAINTENANCE RECORD...

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