Ducati MH900 EVOLUZIONE User Manual Download

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Owner’s manual

DUCATI

MH900evoluzione

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Page 1: ...1 E Owner s manual DUCATIMH900evoluzione 1...

Page 3: ...ttable emotions Please contact our authorised service centres to have your motorcycle repaired or if you simply need advice Enjoy your ride Ducati Motor Holding S p A declines any liability whatsoever...

Page 4: ...18 Setting the rear brake pedal 18 Main components and devices 19 Location 19 Tank filler plug 20 Side stand 20 Shock absorber adjusters 21 Steering damper 22 Directions for use 23 Running in recommen...

Page 5: ...ng the spark plugs 49 Cleaning the motorcycle 50 Storing the bike away 50 Important notes 50 Technical data 51 Overall dimensions 51 Weights 51 Top ups 52 Engine 53 Timing system 53 Performance data 5...

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: ...pect 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 pull to the next lane...

Page 8: ...ange 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 Imp...

Page 9: ...umbers for frame fig 1 1 and engine fig 1 2 Frame number Engine number Note These numbers identify the motorcycle model and should always be indicated when ordering spare parts Note To expose engine s...

Page 10: ...ead 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 lever 5 Fast...

Page 11: ...n light Comes on and flashes when a turn indicator is on 7 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 few se...

Page 12: ...ly to change hour indication Press button 2 to enter minute set up mode Hold down button 1 to increment minutes Hold button down for over 5 seconds and minutes will increase faster Press button 2 to e...

Page 13: ...P parking light and steering lock Note To move the key to the last two positions press it down before turning it Switching to B C and D you will be able to take the key out Keys fig 5 Your Ducati was...

Page 14: ...d rear parking lights number plate light and panel lights on 2 Light dip switch two positions position low beam on position high beam on 3 Switch 3 position turn indicator centre position OFF position...

Page 15: ...om the gearbox and therefore from the driving wheel Using the clutch properly is essential to smooth riding especially when moving off Warning Set clutch and brake levers when motorcycle is stopped Im...

Page 16: ...witch two positions position RUN run position OFF stop Warning This switch is mainly intended for use in emergency cases when you need to stop the engine quickly After stopping the engine return the s...

Page 17: ...he central position automatically down push down on the pedal to engage 1st gear and to shift down The N light will go out up lift the pedal to engage the 2nd gear and then the 3rd 4th 5th and 6th gea...

Page 18: ...ten both check nuts onto linkage Setting the rear brake pedal fig 11 3 To set the rear brake pedal loosen check nut 4 Turn the pedal travel adjusting screw 5 until pedal is in the desired position Tig...

Page 19: ...N COMPONENTS AND DEVICES 1 2 3 4 4 4 5 5 6 6 Location fig 12 1 Tank filler plug 2 Steering damper 3 Side stand 4 Rear view mirrors 5 Rear shock absorber adjusters 6 Exhaust silencer see note on page 2...

Page 20: ...d will spring back automatically to rest position Check spring for damage or loss of spring and make sure nothing obstructs side stand assembly motion Warning Do not sit on the motorcycle when it is s...

Page 21: ...e ring nut 1 located on the bottom connection holding the shock absorber to the swingarm controls rebound damping The knob 2 located over the shock absorber expansion reservoir 3 controls compression...

Page 22: ...damage if taken apart by unskilled persons Adjust spring preload to suit your weight and that of any load you are carrying so to obtain constant clearance from the ground You may find that rebound dam...

Page 23: ...y 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 parts of the motorcycle to ada...

Page 24: ...our bike as follows Fuel level in the tank Check fuel level in the tank Fill tank if needed page 28 Engine oil level Check oil level in the sump through the sight glass Top up with recommended oil if...

Page 25: ...s or even death within a short time Regular ambient temperature 10 to 35 C 1 Move the ignition key to ON fig 18 1 Make sure both the green light N and the red light on the instrument panel come on Imp...

Page 26: ...r oil to warm up and reach all points that need lubricating 5 Then as the engine warms up gradually move the fast idle lever until bringing it in a vertical position A When fully warm the engine shoul...

Page 27: ...reduce braking efficiency handling accuracy and stability in a bend Moving off 1 Disengage the clutch squeezing the control lever 2 Push down on gear change lever sharply with the tip of your foot to...

Page 28: ...and you will bring the motorcycle to a complete stop To switch the engine off simply turn the key to OFF fig 19 Important Never leave the key in the ON position when engine is stopped or this will dam...

Page 29: ...Important Do not leave the key turned to P for long periods or the battery will run down Never leave the ignition key in the switch when you are leaving your bike unattended Warning Using padlocks or...

Page 30: ...tenance and checks to be performed by the user The tool bag holds fig 23 1 14 mm wrench 2 8 6 5 4 mm Allen wrench 3 Wrench for rear eccentric hub 4 Wrench for front wheel spindle 5 Extension for rear...

Page 31: ...ATIONS Removing the seat The seat 1 fig 24 is fixed to the tail fairing 2 seat support by two stud bolts 3 fig 25 The fixing nuts can be accessed from underneath the tail fairing To remove the seat su...

Page 32: ...can be taken apart body headlight fairing Removing the body Disconnect the electric connector 1 fig 27 on both sides under the body for the front turn indicators Unscrew the screws 2 fig 28 on both si...

Page 33: ...he body see page 32 Caution Do not smoke when performing these operations Unscrew and remove the rubber spacers 1 fig 31 Disconnect the quick couplings of delivery and return lines 2 fig 32 while pres...

Page 34: ...couplings for the delivery and return lines 2 fig 32 Be sure to match the colours properly connect white to white and black to black and smear some lubricant on the O rings Warning Perform this opera...

Page 35: ...to ON Press the switch 5 to pressurise the fuel system and wait for the fuel pump to stop running Repeat cycle by moving switch 4 to A then press switch 5 again During this procedure check that fuel...

Page 36: ...A clogged 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 into the engine a...

Page 37: ...ndition contact your Ducati Dealer or an Authorised Workshop to have the braking system inspected and any air drained out of the circuit Warning Brake and clutch fluid will damage paintwork and plasti...

Page 38: ...squeezing or cracking Work the controls to make sure the cable slides smoothly inside the sheath if you feel any friction or hard spots have the cable replaced by your Ducati Dealer or Authorised Wor...

Page 39: ...e adjustment The throttle twistgrip must have a free play of 1 5 2 mm measured at the edge of the twistgrip and at all positions of the handlebars If it needs adjusting use the suitable adjuster 2 fig...

Page 40: ...arge the batteries in a well ventilated 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...

Page 41: ...r safety Important Improper chain tension will lead to early wear of transmission parts MH900evoluzione cod 43312671A Tensione catena sul cavalletto laterale Chain tension adjustment on side stand 35...

Page 42: ...adlamp bulbs slacken the retaining screws 1 fig 43 of outer rim and rim Take out the inner rim 3 fig 44 Unscrew the three headlamp fastening screws 4 Disconnect the connector 5 fig 45 from the headlam...

Page 43: ...o remove the bulb 8 fig 43 simply take out the bulb rubber holder 9 fig 46 and pull the bulb out of its socket then fit a new bulb with equal rating Note Test the new bulb before reassembling the head...

Page 44: ...e bulb and replace it To reassemble reverse the disassembly procedure Rear turn indicators fig 47 Remove the screw 1 and detach the glass 2 from the body The bulb is of the bayonet type press and rota...

Page 45: ...sible 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 height above grou...

Page 46: ...ncture 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 punctured...

Page 47: ...than 2 mm and anyway not below the legal limit Important Visually inspect the tyres at regular intervals to detect cracks or cuts on the side walls especially bulges or large spots that are indicative...

Page 48: ...ady 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 Ref...

Page 49: ...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 affected This coul...

Page 50: ...Loss of braking and further accidents may occur Clean the discs with an oil free solvent 50 E Storing the bike away If the motorcycle is to be left unridden over long periods it is advisable to carry...

Page 51: ...ions mm fig 54 Weights Dry weight 186 Kg Carrying full load 290 Kg Warning Failure to observe weight limits could result in poor handling and impair the performance of your motorcycle and you may lose...

Page 52: ...litres Oil sump and oil filter SHELL Advance Ultra 4 3 9 Front Rear brake and clutch circuits SHELL Advance Brake DOT 4 Protectant for electric contacts SHELL Advance Contact Cleaner Front fork SHELL...

Page 53: ...t see page 54 under any running condition Timing system Desmodromic type with two valves per cylinder operated by four rockers two opening rockers and two closing rockers and an overhead camshaft It i...

Page 54: ...ver for resulting engine damage or shorter engine life MAX fig 56 Spark plugs Make CHAMPION Type RA 6 HC Brakes Front brake Type drilled steel twin disc Disc diameter 320 mm Hydraulically operated by...

Page 55: ...ios 1st gear 15 37 2nd gear 17 30 3rd gear 20 28 4th gear 22 26 5th gear 23 24 6th gear 24 23 Drive chain from gearbox to rear wheel Make DID Type 520 VL4 Size 5 8 x1 4 Links 98 Braking surface 25 sq...

Page 56: ...available from your local Dealer or Authorised Workshop Warning If the rear sprocket needs replacing contact a Ducati Dealer or an Authorised Workshop If improperly replaced this component could seri...

Page 57: ...ebound compression and spring preload adjustment Asymmetric location on left side of motorcycle At the bottom pivot point it is connected to the single sided trellis type swingarm made from steel tube...

Page 58: ...plate light Note See Replacing bulbs on page 42 for relevant instructions Fuses The main fuse box is located under the fuel tank on RH side To expose the fuses take off the box protective cover A fig...

Page 59: ...59 E 1 2 A fig 57 fig 58 IN GOOD CONDITION BLOWN 3 3 fig 59...

Page 60: ...rtical cylinder injector 21 Throttle position sensor 22 Engine rpm timing pick up 23 Oil temperature sensor 24 Speed sensor 25 Ignition injection unit 26 Injection relay 27 Horn 28 Regulator fuse 29 R...

Page 61: ...5 13 Right switch instrument panel 7 5 A 6 14 Fuel pump injectors coils 20 A 7 15 CPU power supply 5 A 8 16 Spare fuse 30 A Note The wiring diagram for the electric system is at the end of this manua...

Page 62: ...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 63: ...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 64: ...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 65: ...torcycle 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 accessories This mot...

Page 66: ...66 E USA Label location fig B 2 9 3 1 1 8 7 6 4 5 fig B...

Page 67: ...20W50 FUEL Unleaded gasoline IGNITION TIMING IDLE SPEED RPM IDLE MIXTURE VALVE CLEARANCE in ex SPARK PLUG CHAMPION RA4HC SPARK PLUG GAP mm 0 5 0 6 ITEM THIS VEHICLE CONFORMS TO U S EPA REGULATIONS APP...

Page 68: ...e depending on the engine displacement of 12 000 kilometers 7 456 miles if the motorcycle s engine displacement is less than 170 cubic centimeters of 18 000 kilometers 11 185 miles if the motorcycle s...

Page 69: ...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 70: ...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 71: ...71 E ROUTINE MAINTENANCE RECORD km Ducati Mileage Date Service Name 1000 10000 20000 30000 40000 50000...

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