Ducati DESERTX, Owner'S Manual

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The levels from 1 to 3 and the bike with the part
affected by the setting highlighted, followed by the
reference indications, are displayed.
The bottom of the screen shows the level currently
set.
Use buttons (1) and (2) to scroll and select the desired
level. Press ENTER (3) to validate, then select "Back",
and press ENTER (3) again to exit.
Using the brakes correctly under adverse conditions
is the hardest – and yet the most critical - skill to
master for a rider. Braking is one of the most difficult
and dangerous moments when riding a two wheeled
motorcycle: the possibility of falling or having an
accident during this difficult moment is statistically
higher than any other moment. When one or both
wheels lock, the stabilising action of traction fails,
resulting in loss of control of the vehicle.
The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) has been
developed to enable riders to use the motorcycle
braking power to the fullest possible amount in
emergency braking or under poor pavement or
adverse weather conditions. ABS is an electro-
hydraulic device that controls the pressure in the
brake circuit when the control unit, by processing
N
Gear
OFF-ROAD ROAD
STABILITY PERFORMANCE
2
Riding mode Touring ABS
2
1
3
OFF-ROAD ROAD
Fig 105
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