Ducati PANIGALE, Owner'S Manual

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Attention
Using the two brake controls separately
reduces the motorcycle braking power.
Using just one of the two brake controls separately
means using the motorcycle braking power only
partially.
Never use the brake controls harshly or suddenly as
you may cause rear wheel lift-up and lose control of
the motorcycle.
When riding in the rain or on slippery surfaces,
braking will become less effective. Always use the
brakes very gently and carefully when riding under
these conditions. Any sudden manoeuvres may lead
to loss of control. When tackling long, high-gradient
downhill road tracts, shift down gears to use engine
braking. Apply one brake at a time and use brakes
sparingly. Keeping the brakes applied all the time
would cause the friction material to overheat and
reduce braking power dangerously. Underinflated
and overinflated tyres reduce braking efficiency,
handling accuracy and stability in a bend.
The following table indicates the most suitable level of ABS intervention for the various riding types as well
as the default settings in the "Riding Mode" that can be selected by the rider:
LEVEL RIDING MODE USE DEFAULT
1 TRACK This level is designed for exclusive track use, for expert
riders.
ABS in this mode only works on the front wheel, and
thus allows rear wheel lockup. Anti lift-up cornering
features are not active.
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