Ducati ST4S ABS User Manual Download

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Owner’s manual

DUCATI

ST4s

ABS

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Page 1: ...1 E Owner s manual DUCATIST4s ABS...

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Page 3: ...nforgettable emotions For any servicing or suggestions you might need please contact our authorized service centers Enjoy your ride Note Ducati Motor Holding S p A declines any liability whatsoever fo...

Page 4: ...wistgrip 23 Front brake lever 23 Rear brake pedal 24 Gear change pedal 24 Setting the gear change and rear brake pedals 25 Main components and devices 27 Location 27 Tank filler plug 28 Seat catch and...

Page 5: ...g bulbs 62 Beam setting 68 Tyres 70 Checking engine oil level 72 Cleaning and replacing the spark plugs 73 Cleaning the motorcycle 74 Storing the bike away 75 Important notes 75 Technical data 76 Over...

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: ...e 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 in good time using the...

Page 8: ...bumpy roads When the side panniers are fitted never exceed 130 Km h Further reduce speed if tyres are worn down and when riding on poor road surface or with poor visibility Information about carrying...

Page 9: ...uard as this would affect stability and cause danger Do not insert any objects you may need to carry into the gaps of the frame as these may foul moving parts If you install the side panniers availabl...

Page 10: ...Ducati motorcycles have two identification numbers for frame fig 2 and engine fig 3 Frame number Engine number Note These numbers identify the motorcycle model and should always be indicated when orde...

Page 11: ...cle controls fig 4 1 Instrument panel 2 Key operated ignition switch and steering lock 3 Left switch 4 Clutch lever 5 Cold start lever 6 Right switch 7 Throttle twistgrip 8 Front brake lever 9 Gear ch...

Page 12: ...al 4 Fuel warning light yellow Comes on when there are about 6 liters fuel left in the tank corresponding to 1 bar of the digital display 8 1 fig 6 5 Turn indicator light green Comes on and flashes wh...

Page 13: ...Turns on for a few seconds when the key is turned to ON CHECK and then goes out ABS on Turns on and flashes when the ABS system has been turned off using the button incorporated in the LH switch see p...

Page 14: ...the engine is cold the flashing message LO is displayed Engine temperature is displayed from 45 C 113 F and over If engine maximum temperature 120 C 248 F is reached the indicator will start blinking...

Page 15: ...nition key is being used to start up the engine When the CPU recognises the signal it enables engine start up Keys fig 7 The Owner receives a set of keys comprising 1 RED key A 2 BLACK keys B The keys...

Page 16: ...the mechanical code for the keys to be reported to the DUCATI Service network when you are ordering any duplicate keys Warning Keep the CODE CARD in a safe place However it is advisable to keep the e...

Page 17: ...not start try with another black key If the other key does not work out either contact the DUCATI Service network Warning The keys accommodate electronic components inside If dropped or hit they might...

Page 18: ...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 Warning This vehicle is equipped with an energ...

Page 19: ...e ABS hold down the button for over 3 seconds until the orange ABS light on the instrument panel starts to flash Release the ABS button Note When the button is held down for over 5 seconds or is relea...

Page 20: ...he clutch properly is essential to smooth riding especially when moving off Important Using the clutch properly will avoid damage to transmission parts and spare the engine Note It is possible to star...

Page 21: ...rease the engine idling speed after starting Lever positions A closed B fully open The lever can be opened and closed gradually to adjust speed until engine is fully warm Important Never use the cold...

Page 22: ...on 2 Switch for ENGINE STOP 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 t...

Page 23: ...l spring back to the initial position idling speed Front brake lever fig 14 Pull in the lever 4 towards the twistgrip to operate the front brake The system is hydraulically operated and you just need...

Page 24: ...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 shi...

Page 25: ...to suit the preferred riding position of each rider To set the gear change pedal lock linkage 1 and loosen the check nuts 2 and 3 Note Nut 2 has a left hand thread Fit an open end wrench to hexagonal...

Page 26: ...ck nut 4 Work pedal by hand to make sure it has 1 5 2 mm free play before brake begins to bite If not so set the length of cylinder linkage as follows Loosen the check nut 6 on cylinder linkage Tighte...

Page 27: ...ig 19 1 Tank filler plug 2 Seat catch and helmet hook 3 Side stand 4 Lifting handgrip 5 Centre stand 6 Rear view mirrors 7 Front fork adjusters 8 Rear shock absorber adjusters 9 Power outlet 10 Cataly...

Page 28: ...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 29: ...e of the two hooks 3 Leave the helmet hanging outside fig 22 and refit the seat Warning This system is intended to lock your helmet safely when you park your motorcycle Never leave the helmet hanging...

Page 30: ...fully extended Tilt the motorcycle until the side stand is resting on the ground Warning Do not sit on the motorcycle when it is supported on the side stand To move the side stand to its rest position...

Page 31: ...h lever in this case the side stand must be up fig 24 1 2 Lifting handgrip A handgrip 1 fig 25 that pivots on the left pillion passenger footpeg is provided to help you place the motorcycle on the cen...

Page 32: ...with your right hand Push down on the thrust arm 3 of the centre stand until it touches the ground At the same time hold the handgrip and pull the motorcycle upward and backward To take the bike off...

Page 33: ...e mirror parts comes off have the mirror repaired or replaced by a Ducati Dealer or Authorized Workshop Warning Never ride with a missing rear view mirror the inability to see the traffic behind you m...

Page 34: ...op with a flat screwdriver to adjust rebound damping To reach the adjuster 3 fig 30 insert a screwdriver into the passing hole on the wheel shaft at fork leg axis As you turn the adjusting screws 1 an...

Page 35: ...oth for rebound and compression The 14th click gives the softest damping To change the preload of the spring inside each fork leg turn the hex adjusting nut 2 with a 22 mm hexagon wrench Height A fig...

Page 36: ...rning the adjusters 1 and 2 clockwise gives harder damping H turning anticlockwise gives softer damping S STANDARD setting Turn the adjusters all the way in clockwise then undo the adjuster 1 14 click...

Page 37: ...severe damage if taken apart by unskilled persons Important When carrying a passenger and luggage set the rear shock absorber spring to proper preload to improve motorcycle handling and keep safe clea...

Page 38: ...l for a most efficient 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...

Page 39: ...otor Holding S p A from any liability whatsoever for resulting engine damage or shorter engine life After 2500 km After running in never exceed 10000 rpm under standard conditions of use Strict observ...

Page 40: ...Tyre condition Check tyre pressure and condition page 70 Controls Work the brake clutch throttle and gear change controls levers pedals and twistgrips and check for proper operation Lights and indica...

Page 41: ...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 12 Warning The side stand...

Page 42: ...If needed allow 10 seconds before attempting to restart the engine 4 Move the cold start lever to the vertical position A to let engine idle at about 1400 1500 rpm Important Do not rev up the engine...

Page 43: ...r 35 C 95 F Follow the same procedure however do not use the cold start device Cold ambient temperature below 10 C 50 F Follow the procedure for Regular ambient temperature however allow 5 minutes for...

Page 44: ...o misfiring and transmission snatching The clutch lever should not be pulled longer than necessary after gear is engaged or friction parts may overheat and wear out Braking Slow down in time shift dow...

Page 45: ...ng 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 tyres red...

Page 46: ...tant Never leave the key in the ON position when engine is stopped or this will damage the electric components Parking Stop the motorcycle then put it on the centre stand to park it see page 32 Turn t...

Page 47: ...n after engine is switched off pay particular attention not to touch exhaust system with any body part and do not park the vehicle next to inflammable material wood leaves etc Refueling Never overfill...

Page 48: ...bag for normal maintenance and checks To reach this compartment the seat must be removed by opening the catch 8 page 29 Tool bag holds fig 41 1 Box wrench for spark plugs 2 Double bit screwdriver 3 A...

Page 49: ...control of your motorcycle Important At reassembly always use nylon washers when tightening fastening screws not to damage painted parts and Plexiglas windproof cover of headlight fairing Some fasten...

Page 50: ...nels together and to the central air conveyor Remove the lower body panels Instrument panel side guards fig 44 Remove the screw in the centre 3 joining the two side guards together and the two screws...

Page 51: ...y panels Remove the fairing sliding it off the headlamp Important When refitting it is necessary to loosen the screws of both rear view mirror mounts and then fit the headlight fairing Make sure direc...

Page 52: ...that holds each body panel to the front baffle Unscrew the rear fastening screw 4 holding each body panel to the frame Unscrew the two lower fastening screws 5 holding the body panels to the central a...

Page 53: ...port Lift the tank and unhook the support rod 3 fig 51 Rest the tank onto the rod as shown in the figure When you are finished reverse the above procedure to refit all the parts you have removed Warni...

Page 54: ...new one Important A dirty 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...

Page 55: ...Unscrew the filler 1 fig 55 and add a mixture consisting of water and antifreeze SHELL Advance Coolant or Glycoshell 35 40 of the volume up to MAX mark Refit the filler 1 and reassemble all removed p...

Page 56: ...ever has exceeding play and the transmission snatches or jams as you try to engage a gear it means that there is air in the circuit Contact your Ducati Dealer or an Authorized Workshop to have the sys...

Page 57: ...s 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 Rear brake fig 57 The friction material on each pad should...

Page 58: ...To prevent these failures smear the ends of the Bowden cables with SHELL Advance Grease or Retinax LX2 at regular intervals For the throttle cable it is best to remove the cover 1 fig 58 by unscrewin...

Page 59: ...ble adjustment The throttle twistgrip must have a free play of 1 5 2 mm measured at the edge of the twistgrip at all positions of the handlebars If it needs adjusting use the suitable adjuster 1 fig 5...

Page 60: ...he 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 or you might get sparks...

Page 61: ...e or slacken the screw 2 on either side of the swingarm equally to increase or reduce chain tension If you are slackening the chain you will have to push the wheel forward Important Improper chain ten...

Page 62: ...Chain or Advance Teflon Chain on each link Important Using non specific lubricants may lead to severe damage to chain front and rear sprocket 1 Replacing bulbs Before replacing a burnt out bulb make s...

Page 63: ...om the headlamp body and pull out the bulb cable Note The black ground cable connector does not need to be disconnected to replace the headlamp bulbs Release the clip 3 that secures the bulb and remov...

Page 64: ...to obtain correct alignment fig 66 Hook the clip 3 to the headlamp holders reconnect the cables and refit the rubber cover To change the parking light bulb pull out the bulb holder 4 fig 67 from the r...

Page 65: ...bulb from its holder to replace it The bulb holder cables are numbered to avoid confusion in the event more bulbs need replacing at the same time Be sure to match the numbers marked on the connectors...

Page 66: ...e round slot pointing upward and turn it clockwise until it locks in place in the indicator body Rear remove the screw 2 fig 70 and detach the glass 3 from the indicator body holder The bulb is of the...

Page 67: ...and replace it Stop light To replace the stop and parking light bulb unscrew the two screws 1 fig 71 that secure the glass and remove glass The bulb is of the banjo type press and rotate anti clockwi...

Page 68: ...ctated by headlamp center and a vertical one in line with the longitudinal axis of motorcycle If possible perform this check in dim light Switch on the low beam The height of the light spot measured a...

Page 69: ...ew anticlockwise to lower the beam clockwise to raise it The side position of the headlamp is adjusted using the adjusting screw 2 fig 75 on the right side of headlamp Remove the right side guard of t...

Page 70: ...ss 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 Replace tyres...

Page 71: ...less than 2 mm and anyway not below the legal limit Important Visually inspect the tyres at regular intervals for detecting cracks and cuts especially on the side walls bulges or large spots that are...

Page 72: ...ith SHELL Advance Ultra 4 if low Undo the 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 reg...

Page 73: ...ark 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 aff...

Page 74: ...nts or solvents Important Do not wash your motorcycle right after use When the motorcycle is still hot water drops will evaporate faster and spot hot surfaces Never clean the motorcycle using hot or h...

Page 75: ...remove the battery and keep it well charged and efficient Battery should be checked and charged whenever the motorcycle has been left unridden for over a month protect the motorcycle with a suitable...

Page 76: ...ions mm fig 79 Weights Dry weight 217 Kg Carrying full load 420 Kg Warning Failure to observe weight limits could result in poor handling and impair the performance of your motorcycle and you may lose...

Page 77: ...Front Rear brake 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...

Page 78: ...exceed specified 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 t...

Page 79: ...s radial tyre Size 180 55 ZR17 Performance data Maximum speed in any gear should be reached only after a correct running in period with the motorcycle properly serviced at the recommended intervals Ma...

Page 80: ...ns Make BREMBO Type 30 34 4 pistons Friction material TOSHIBA TT2802 Master cylinder type PS 16 Rear brake With fixed drilled steel disc Disc diameter 245 mm Hydraulically operated by a pedal on RH si...

Page 81: ...cati Dealer or an authorized workshop If improperly replaced this component could seriously endanger your safety and that of your passenger and cause irreparable damage to your motorcycle Transmission...

Page 82: ...xhaust system Catalyzed as per Euro 2 standard Available colours Ducati anniversary red 473 101 Ducati yellow 473 201 Ducati iron grey 291 600 Ducati metallic dark grey 653 6047 with metal color frame...

Page 83: ...ove the left side guard of the instrument panel see page 50 To expose the fuses take off the box protective cover 1 Mounting position and ampere capacity are marked on box cover 7 fuses are connected...

Page 84: ...identified by the interrupted inner filament 5 fig 84 Important Switch the ignition key to OFF before replacing the fuse to avoid possible short circuits Warning Never use a fuse with a rating other t...

Page 85: ...Power outlet fuse 55 Clutch switch Legend of the wiring diagram of electric system injection 1 Immobilizer aerial 2 Right switch 3 Main relay 4 Fuse box 5 Immobilizer CPU 6 Ignition key unit 7 Starter...

Page 86: ...Black Note The system wiring diagram is at the end of this manual Legend of fuse box Pos Description Rat 1 9 Main switch 30 A 2 10 Parking lights high and low beam 15 A 3 11 Stop horn turn indicators...

Page 87: ...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 88: ...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 89: ...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 90: ...ructions page 47 Motorcycle 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 a...

Page 91: ...91 E USA Label location fig B 3 10 11 4 1 5 9 8 6 1 2 7 7 9 fig B...

Page 92: ...in Tension Adjustment on centre stand 32 mm 4 DO NOT ATTEMPT TO LOOK THROUGH THIS FAIRING THIS IS NOT A WINDSHIELD BUT AN AERODYNAMIC FAIRING ONLY FAILURE TO OBSERVE THIS WARNING COULD RESULT IN A COL...

Page 93: ...e California Air Resources Board and B is free from defects in material and workmanship which cause such motorcycle to fail to conform with applicable regulations of the United States Environmental Pr...

Page 94: ...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 95: ...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 96: ...96 E USA km miles Ducati Mileage Date Service Name 1 000 10 000 20 000 30 000 40 000 50 000 ROUTINE MAINTENANCE RECORD...

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