Ducati hipermotard 2016, Owner'S Manual

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Pre-ride checks
Attention
Failure to carry out these checks before riding
may lead to motorcycle damage and injury to rider
and passenger.
Before riding, perform a thorough check-up on your
bike as follows:
-
FUEL LEVEL IN THE TANK
Check the fuel level in the tank. Fill tank if needed
(page 176).
- ENGINE OIL LEVEL
Check oil level in the sump through the sight
glass. Top up if needed (page 199).
- BRAKE FLUID
Check fluid level in the relevant reservoirs (page
179).
- COOLANT
Check coolant level in the expansion reservoir.
Top up if needed (page 178).
- TIRE CONDITION
Check tire pressure and condition (page 197).
- CONTROLS
Work the brake, clutch, throttle and gear change
controls (levers, pedals and twistgrip) and check
for proper operation.
- LIGHTS AND INDICATORS
Make sure lights, indicators and horn work
properly. Replace any burnt-out bulbs (page
189).
- KEY LOCKS
Ensure that fuel filler plug (page 156) and seat
(page 157) are locked.
- STAND
Make sure side stand operates smoothly and is
in the correct position (page 161).
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