Ducati DESMOSEDICI RR User manual

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Owner’s manual

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Hearty welcome among Ducati fans! Please accept our best
compliments for choosing a Ducati motorcycle. We think you
will ride your Ducati motorcycle for long journeys as well as
short daily trips. Ducati Motor Holding S.p.A. wishes you
smooth and enjoyable riding.
We are steadily doing our best to improve our “Technical
Assistance” service. For this reason, we recommend you to
strictly follow the indications given in this manual, especially
for motorcycle running-in. In this way, your Ducati motorbike
will surely give you unforgettable emotions.
For any servicing or suggestions you might need, please
contact our authorised service centres.
Enjoy your ride!
Note
Ducati Motor Holding S.p.A. declines any liability
whatsoever for any mistakes incurred in drawing up this
manual. The information contained herein is valid at the time
of going to print. Ducati Motor Holding S.p.A. reserves the
right to make any changes required by the future
development of the above-mentioned products.
For your safety, as well as to preserve the warranty, reliability
and worth of your motorcycle, use original Ducati spare parts
only.
Warning
This manual forms an integral part of the motorcycle
and - if the motorcycle is resold - must always be handed
over to the new owner.

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Table of contents
General 6
Warranty 6
Symbols 6
Useful information for safe riding 7
Carrying the maximum load allowed 8
Identification data 9
Controls 10
Position of motorcycle controls 10
Instrument panel 11
LCD unit functions 13
LCD – Parameter setting/display 15
The immobilizer system 36
Code Card 37
Immobilizer override procedure 38
Duplicate keys 40
Key-operated ignition switch and steering lock 41
LH switch 42
Clutch lever 43
RH switch 44
Throttle twistgrip 44
Choke lever 44
Front brake lever 45
Rear brake pedal 46
Gear change pedal 46
Setting the gear change and rear brake pedals 47
Main components and devices 49
Position on the vehicle 49
Fuel tank plug 50
Side stand 51
Steering damper 52
Front fork adjusters 53
Rear shock absorber adjusters 55
Changing motorcycle track alignment 56
Directions for use 57
Running-in recommendations 57
Pre-ride checks 59
Starting the engine 60
Moving off 62
Braking 62
Stopping the motorcycle 63
Parking 63
Refuelling 64
Tool kit and accessories 65
USB data logger 66
Main maintenance operations 67
Removing the fairing 67

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Checking and topping up coolant level 70
Checking brake and clutch fluid level 72
Checking brake pads for wear 74
Lubricating joints 75
Adjusting throttle control free play 76
Charging the battery 77
Checking drive chain tension 78
Chain lubrication 79
Replacing the high and low beam bulbs 80
Replacing the parking light bulb 81
Rear turn indicators 82
Number plate light 82
Beam setting 83
Rear-view mirror adjustment 84
Tubeless tyres 85
Checking engine oil level 87
Cleaning and replacing the spark plugs 88
Cleaning the motorcycle 89
Storing the bike away 90
Important notes 90
Important only for Australia 90
Maintenance 91
Scheduled maintenance chart: operations to be performed
by the dealer 91
Scheduled maintenance chart: operations to be performed
by the customer 94
Technical data 95
Overall dimensions (mm) 95
Weights 95
Engine 97
Timing system 97
Performance data 97
Spark plugs 98
Fuel system 98
Brakes 98
Transmission 99
Frame 100
Wheels 100
Tyres 100
Suspensions 101
Exhaust system 101
Available colours 101
Electric system 102
For United States of America version
only 106
Routine maintenance record 115

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General
Warranty
In your own interest, and in order to guarantee product
reliability, you are strongly advised to refer to our authorised
Dealers and workshops for any servicing requiring particular
technical expertise.
Our highly skilled staff have access to the implements
required to perform any servicing job at best, and use Ducati
original spare parts only as the best guarantee for full
interchangeability, smooth running and long life.
All Ducati motorcycles come with a “Warranty Card”.
However, warranty does not apply to the motorcycles used
in competitions or competitive trials. No motorcycle part may
be tampered with, altered, or replaced with parts other than
original Ducati spare parts during the warranty period, or the
warranty will be automatically invalidated.
Symbols
Ducati Motor Holding S.p.A. advises you to read this booklet
carefully so as to become familiar with your motorcycle. In
case of any doubts, please call a Dealer or authorised
workshop. The information contained herein will prove
useful on your trips - and Ducati Motor Holding S.p.A. wishes
you smooth, enjoyable riding - and will help you keep the
performance of your motorcycle unchanged for a long time.
This manual contains some special remarks:
Warning
Failure to comply with these instructions may put you
at risk and lead to severe injury or death.
Important
Possibility of damaging the motorcycle and/or its
components.
Note
Additional information on the job being carried out.
The terms right and left are referred to the motorcycle
viewed from the riding position.

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Useful information for safe riding
Warning
Read this section before riding your motorcycle.
Accidents are frequently due to inexperience. Always make
sure you have your licence with you when riding; you need a
valid licence to be entitled to ride your motorcycle.
Do not lend your motorcycle to inexperienced riders or who
do not hold a valid licence.
The rider must always wear adequate clothing and a safety
helmet.
Wear proper clothing, with no loose items or accessories
that may become tangled in the controls or limit your zone of
vision.
Never start or run the engine indoors. Exhaust gases are
poisonous and may lead to loss of consciousness or even
death within a short time.
Keep your feet on the footpegs when the motorcycle is in
motion.
Always hold the handlebars firmly with both hands so you
will be ready for sudden changes of direction or in the road
surface.
Ride within the law and observe national and local rules.
Always respect 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
in good time using the suitable turn indicators.
Be sure you are clearly visible and do not ride within the blind
spot of vehicles ahead.
Be very careful when tackling road junctions, or when riding
in the areas near exits from private grounds, car parks or on
slip roads to access motorways.
Always turn off the engine when refuelling.
Be extremely careful not to spill fuel on the engine or on the
exhaust pipe when refuelling.
Do not smoke when refuelling.
While refuelling, you may inhale noxious fuel vapours.
Should any fuel drops be spilled on your skin or clothing,
immediately wash with soap and water and change your
clothing.
Always remove the key when you leave your motorcycle
unattended.
The engine, exhaust pipes, and mufflers stay hot for a long
time.
Warning
The exhaust system might be hot, even 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.).
Park your motorcycle where no one is likely to hit it and use
the side stand.
Never park on uneven or soft ground or your motorcycle may
fall over.

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Carrying the maximum load allowed
Your motorcycle is designed for long-distance riding, carrying
the maximum load allowed in full safety.
Even weight distribution is critical to preserving these safety
features and avoiding trouble when performing sudden
manoeuvres or riding on bumpy roads.
Information about carrying capacity
The total weight of the motorcycle in running order
including rider, luggage and additional accessories should not
exceed:
320 Kg.
Arrange 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. Improperly secured
luggage may affect stability.
Never fix bulky or heavy objects to the handlebar or to the
front mudguard 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.
Make sure the tyres are inflated to the proper pressure
indicated at page 85 and that they are in good condition.

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Identification data
All Ducati motorcycles have two identification numbers, for
frame (fig. 1) and engine (fig. 2).
Note
These numbers identify the motorcycle model and
should always be indicated when ordering spare parts.
Frame number
Engine number
fig. 1
fig. 2

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Controls
Warning
This section details the position and function of all the
controls you need to drive your motorcycle. Be sure to read
this information carefully before you use the controls.
Position of motorcycle controls (fig. 3)
1) Instrument panel.
2) Key-operated ignition switch and steering lock.
3) Left switch.
4) Clutch lever.
5) Rear brake pedal.
6) Right switch.
7) Throttle twistgrip.
8) Front brake lever.
9) Gear change pedal.
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