Ducati MH900 EVOLUZIONE User manual

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Owner’s manual
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Hearty welcome among Ducati fans! Please accept ou t
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
that you strictly follow the indications given in this
manual, especially for motorcycle running-in. In this way,
your Ducati motorcycle will surely give you unforgettable
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 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 Ducati 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 max load allowed 8
Accessories 8
Identification data 9
Controls 10
Position of motorcycle controls 10
Instrument panel 11
Digital LCD functions 12
Keys 13
Ignition switch and steering lock 13
Left switch 14
Clutch lever 15
Fast-idle lever 15
Right switch 16
Throttle twistgrip 16
Front brake lever 16
Rear brake pedal 17
Gear change pedal 17
Setting the gear change pedal 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 recommendations 23
Pre-ride checks 24
Starting the engine 25
Moving off 27
Braking 27
Stopping the motorcycle 28
Refuelling 28
Parking 29
Tool kit and accessories 30
Main maintenance operations 31
Removing the seat 31
Removing the front fairing 32
Removing the body 32
Removing the fuel tank 33
Refitting the fuel tank 34
Changing the air filter 36
Checking brake and clutch fluid level 37
Checking brake pads for wear 38
Lubricating cables and joints 38
Throttle cable adjustment 39

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Charging the batteries 40
Checking the drive chain tension 41
Chain lubrication 41
Replacing bulbs 42
Beam setting 45
Tyres 46
Checking engine oil level 48
Cleaning and replacing 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 54
Spark plugs 54
Brakes 54
Transmission 55
Frame 56
Wheels 56
Tyres 57
Suspensions 57
Electric system 58
For United States of America version only 62
Routine maintenance record 71

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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 Booklet.
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 right 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 contact a
Ducati 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 concerning 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.
Always wear 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 handlebar 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.
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 290 Kg.
Try to 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 handlebars or to
the front mud guard 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
(see page 46) and that they are in good condition.
Accessories
The motorcycle is supplied with paddock stand and
authenticity certificate.

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Identification data
All Ducati motorcycles have two identification numbers,
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 serial number, remove the oil
sump guard on the left side.
fig. 1.1
fig. 1.2

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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. 2)
1) Instrument panel.
2) Key-operated ignition switch and steering lock.
3) Left switch.
4) Clutch lever.
5) Fast-idle lever.
6) Right switch.
7) Throttle twistgrip.
8) Front brake lever.
9) Gear change pedal.
10) Rear brake pedal.
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