Ducati MONSTER 1200 s User manual

Owner’s manual

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Ducati North America, Inc.
10443 Bandley Drive
Cupertino, California, 95014
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
E-mail: cu[email protected]
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changes without prior notification or without incurring obligations. For this reason, you may note
discrepancies when comparing some illustrations with your motorcycle.
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Owner's manual US/CANADA
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We'd like to welcome you among Ducati enthusiasts and congratulate you on your excellent choice of
motorcycle. We imagine you'll be riding your Ducati motorcycle for long trips as well as short daily excursions.
Ducati Motor Holding S.p.A. wishes you smooth and enjoyable riding.
Your motorcycle is the result of constant research and development by Ducati Motor Holding S.p.A., so it's
important that the standard of quality is upheld through careful observance of the scheduled maintenance
chart and the use of original spare parts. In the Owner's Manual you'll find instructions for performing small
maintenance procedures. The most important servicing and maintenance procedures are contained in the
Service Manual available at Authorized Service Centers of Ducati Motor Holding S.p.A..
In your own interest and safety, and in order to guarantee product reliability, we strongly recommend that
you go to an Authorized Dealer or Service Center for any servicing included on the scheduled maintenance
chart, see page 264.
Our highly skilled staff has access to the special tools and equipment needed to perform any servicing
procedure with expertise. They use only Ducati original spare parts as the best guarantee for full
interchangeability, smooth running and long life.
All Ducati motorcycles come with a Warranty Booklet. The Warranty does not extend to motorcycles used
in competitions or competitive trials. Any tampering or even partial modification of the components will result
in automatic invalidation of Warranty rights. Incorrect or insufficient servicing procedures, use of non-original
spare parts or parts not explicitly approved by Ducati may lead to the invalidation of the Warranty, besides
potential damage and reduced performance.
Enjoy your ride!
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Table of Contents
Introduction 7
Safety guidelines 7
Warning symbols used in the manual. 7
Permitted use 8
Rider's obligation 9
Reporting safety defects 11
Rider education 12
Clothing 12
"Best Practices" for safety 14
Refueling 16
Carrying the maximum load allowed 17
Dangerous products - warnings 18
Vehicle ID number 20
Engine ID number 21
Plate positioning 22
Noise and exhaust emission control system
information 26
California emission control warranty
statement 26
Your warranty rights and obligations 26
Manufacturer's warranty coverage 27
Owner's warranty responsibilities: 27
California evaporation emission system 28
Ducati limited warranty on emission control
system 29
Instrument Panel (Dashboard) 33
Display settings and functions 33
Acronyms and abbreviations used in the
Manual 37
Technological Dictionary 37
Function push-buttons 39
Parameter setting/displaying 40
Main functions 54
Engine rpm indication (RPM) 56
Motorcycle speed 59
Riding Mode 61
DTC 66
ABS 71
Menu Functions 75
Odometer (TOT) 77
Trip meter 1 (TRIP 1) 79
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Trip meter 2 (TRIP 2) 80
Partial fuel reserve counter (TRIP FUEL) 81
LAP time 82
Engine coolant temperature 85
Instantaneous fuel consumption 87
Average fuel consumption 88
Average speed 90
Trip time 91
External air temperature 92
Clock 93
Auxiliary functions 94
Service warning (SERVICE) 96
OIL SERVICE zero warning 97
OIL SERVICE or DESMO SERVICE countdown
indication 98
OIL SERVICE or DESMO SERVICE indication 99
Warning/Alarm (Warning) 100
Error warnings 104
Displayed errors description 106
Viewing side stand status 110
Setting MENU 111
Customizing the Riding Mode 114
Customizing the Riding Mode: ABS setting 117
Customizing the Riding Mode: DTC level
setting 120
Customizing the Riding Mode: Engine setting 123
Customizing the Riding Mode: Restoring default
settings 126
Battery voltage 128
Display backlighting setting 131
Clock setting 133
Pin Code 137
Changing the PIN CODE 141
Engine rpm digital indication (RPM) 145
Setting the unit of measurement 146
Display mode setting 157
LAP 159
DDA 165
Display backlighting color 170
Light control 172
The Immobilizer system 175
Keys 176
Operation 177
Duplicate keys 178
Restoring motorcycle operation via the PIN
CODE 179
Controls 183
Position of motorcycle controls 183
Key-operated ignition switch and steering
lock 184
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Left-hand switch 185
Clutch lever 186
Righthand switch 187
Throttle twistgrip 188
Front brake lever 189
Rear brake pedal 190
Gear change pedal 191
Adjusting the position of the gearchange and rear
brake pedals 192
Main components and devices 194
Position on the vehicle 194
Tank filler plug 195
Seat lock 196
Seat height adjustment 197
Helmet cable 202
Sidestand 203
Front fork adjusters 205
Front fork adjusters 207
Rear shock absorber adjusters 209
Rear shock absorber adjusters 210
Riding the motorcycle 214
Break-in recommendations 214
Pre-ride checks 216
Starting the engine 219
Moving off 221
Braking 222
Stopping the motorcycle 224
Refueling 225
Parking 226
Tool kit and accessories 227
Main maintenance operations 228
Checking coolant level and topping up, if
necessary 228
Change the air filter 229
Checking brake and clutch fluid level 229
Checking brake pads for wear 231
Charging the battery 232
Charging and maintenance of the battery during
winter storage 235
Removing the battery 237
Refitting the battery 243
Checking drive chain tension 249
Chain lubrication 251
Replacing the bulbs 252
Beam setting 253
Tires 255
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Check engine oil level 258
Cleaning and replacing the spark plugs 260
Cleaning the motorcycle 261
Storing the motorcycle 263
Important notes 263
Maintenance 264
Scheduled maintenance chart: operations to be
performed by the Dealer 264
Scheduled maintenance chart: operations to be
performed by the customer 267
Technical data 268
Weights 268
Overall dimensions 269
Top-ups 270
Engine 272
Timing system 273
Performance data 274
Spark plugs 274
Fuel system 274
Brakes 275
Transmission 276
Frame 277
Wheels 277
Tires 277
Suspensions 277
Exhaust system 278
Available colors 278
Electrical system 279
Routine maintenance record 285
Routine maintenance record 285
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Introduction
Safety guidelines
Your safety and that of others are very important.
Ducati Motor Holding S.p.A. urges you to ride your
motorcycle responsibly.
Before using your motorcycle for the first time,
please read this manual carefully from start to finish
and closely follow the guidelines. This will allow you
to obtain all information regarding a correct use and
maintenance. If you have any doubts or questions,
consult a Dealer or Authorized Service Center.
Warning symbols used in the manual.
Different forms of information regarding potential
hazards that may affect you or others have been
used. These include:
- Safety stickers on the motorcycle;
- Safety warnings preceded by a warning symbol
and by one or the two words Caution or
Important.
Attention
Failure to observe these instructions may lead
to a hazardous situation and cause severe injury to
the rider or others, or even death.
Important
Possibility of damaging the motorcycle and/or
its components.
Note
Additional information regarding the job being
performed.
The terms RIGHT and LEFT are referred to the
motorcycle viewed from the riding position.
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Permitted use
This motorcycle must be used only on road surfaces
with asphalt or flat and even pavement.
This motorcycle may not be used on dirt roads or for
off-road riding.
Attention
Using the bike off-road may cause the rider to
lose control, which in turn may lead to vehicle
damage, injury or death.
Attention
This motorcycle must not be used for towing or
for the addition of a sidecar, since this may cause a
loss or control and consequent accident.
This motorcycle carries the rider and can carry a
passenger after the supplied kit is installed. It can only
be installed at a Ducati Dealer or authorized Service
Center.
Attention
The total weight of the motorcycle in running
order including rider, passenger, luggage and
additional accessories should not exceed 390 kg/859
lb.
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Rider's obligation
All riders must hold a driver's license.
Attention
Riding without a license is illegal and punishable
by law. Make sure you always have your license on
you when setting out on the motorcycle. Do not allow
inexpert riders or those not in possession of an
authorized driver's license to ride the motorcycle.
Do not ride the motorcycle when under the influence
of alcohol or drugs.
Attention
Riding under the influence of alcohol or drugs is
illegal and punishable by law.
Avoid taking medication before riding the motorcycle
if you have not consulted your doctor about potential
side effects.
Attention
Some medications may induce sleepiness or
other effects that impair reflexes and the ability of the
rider to control the motorcycle, which may lead to
accident.
Some countries require mandatory insurance
coverage.
Attention
Check the laws applicable to your country. Take
out an insurance policy and keep the policy in a safe
place along with the other motorcycle documents.
To protect the safety of the rider and/or passenger,
some countries have made it a law to wear a
homologated helmet.
Attention
Check the laws applicable to your country.
Riding without a helmet may be punishable by a fine.
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Attention
Failure to be wearing a helmet in case of
accident increases the chance of serious injury and
even death.
Attention
Make sure that the helmet is in compliance with
safety specifications, provides excellent visibility, is
the correct size for the head, and has the DOT
(Department of Transportation) label affixed to the
helmet surface. Laws regulating traffic vary from
country to country. Check the laws in force in your
country before riding the motorcycle and pay strict
adherence to them .
Attention
Tampering with Noise Control System
Prohibited. Federal Law prohibits the following acts
or causing thereof:
1) the removal or rendering inoperative by any
person, other than for purposes of maintenance,
repair, or replacement, of any device or element
of design incorporated into any new vehicle for
the 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 inoperative by any person.
Among the acts presumed to constitute tampering
are those listed below:
1) Removal of, or puncturing the muffler, baffles,
header pipes or any other component that
conducts exhaust gases.
2) Removal or puncturing of any part of the intake
system.
3) Lack of proper maintenance.
4) Replacing any moving part of the vehicle, or parts
of the exhaust or intake system, with parts other
than those specified by the manufacturer.
This product should be checked for repair or
replacement if the motorcycle noise has increased
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significantly through use. Otherwise, the owner may
become subject to penalties under state and local
ordinances.
Reporting safety defects
If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which
could cause a crash or could cause injury or death,
you should immediately inform the National Highway
Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to
notifying Ducati North America, 10443 Bandley Drive
Cupertino, California, 95014, Tel: [phone],
Fax: [phone]. If NHTSA receives similar
complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it
finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles,
it may order a recall and remedy campaign. However,
NHTSA cannot become involved in individual
problems between you, your dealer, or Ducati North
America. To contact NHTSA, you may either call the
Auto Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-800-424-9393 (or
366-0123 in Washington, D.C. area) or write to:
NHTSA, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE W43-488,
Washington, D.C. 20590. You can also obtain other
information about motor vehicle safety from the
Hotline.
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Rider education
Accidents are frequently due to inexperience. Riding,
maneuvering and or braking are carried out differently
from other vehicles.
Attention
A rider's lack of preparation or an inappropriate
use of the vehicle may result in a loss of control, death
or serious damage.
Be sure you know the "RULES OF THE ROAD",
carefully read and familiarize with the contents of the
M.O.M. (Motorcycle Operator Manual) for
information on your State and which can be viewed
on the M.S.F. (Motorcycle Safety Foundation)
website (www.msf-usa.org).
You are strongly recommended to take a riding
course approved by the M.S.F. (Motorcycle Safety
Foundation).
Clothing
Clothing in the use of the motorcycle plays an
important role in safety, as the motorcycle provides
a person no protection from impact in the same way
as an automobile.
Suitable clothing includes: helmet, eye protection,
gloves, boots, long-sleeved jacket and long pants.
-The helmet must have the requisites as listed on
page 9, if the helmet model has no visor, use
suitable goggles;
- Gloves must have five fingers and be made of
leather or other abrasion-resistant material;
-Boots or shoes used for riding must have non-slip
soles and ankle protection;
- Jacket and pants, or even riding suits, must be
made of leather or abrasion-resistant material
and in a color with inserts that are very visible.
Important
In any case, avoid wearing loose or floppy
clothing that can become stuck in the motorcycle
parts.
Important
For your safety this type of clothing must be
used in both summer and winter.
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Important
For the safety of the passenger, make sure that
he or she also wears appropriate clothing.
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"Best Practices" for safety
Before, during and after use, remember to follow
some simple rules that are extremely important for
safety and for maintaining the motorcycle at top
efficiency.
Important
During the break-in period, carefully observe the
instructions contained in section "Riding the
motorcycle" of this Manual.
Failure to follow these instructions releases Ducati
Motor Holding S.p.A. from any liability whatsoever for
any engine damage or shorter engine life.
Attention
Do not ride the motorcycle unless you are well
familiarized with the controls to be used during the
ride.
Before starting the motorcycle, always performs the
checks detailed in this manual (see page 221).
Attention
Failure to perform checks may cause damage to
the vehicle and serious injury to the rider and/or
passenger.
Attention
Start the engine when outdoors or in a well
ventilated place. Never start the engine in a closed
environment.
Exhaust gases are poisonous and may lead to loss of
consciousness or even death within a short time.
During the ride, assume a correct body position and
make sure the passenger does the same.
Important
The rider should ALWAYS keep both hands on
the handlebar.
Important
Both rider and passenger should keep their feet
on the footpegs when the motorcycle is in motion.
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Important
The passenger should always hold on to the
grab handles under the seat with both hands.
Important
Be very careful when maneuvering
intersections or when riding in areas near exits from
private grounds, parking lots or access roads to
highways.
Important
Be sure you are clearly visible and do not ride in
the blind spot of the vehicles ahead.
Important
ALWAYS signal your intention to turn or pull
over to the next lane with due warning using the turn
indicators.
Important
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.
Important
Visually inspect the tires at regular intervals for
cracks and cuts, especially on sidewalls, bulges or
large spots which are indicative of internal damage.
Replace them if badly damaged.
Remove any stones or other foreign bodies caught in
the tread.
Attention
The engine, exhaust pipes and mufflers stay hot
for a long time after the engine has been turned off.
Be especially careful not to touch the exhaust system
with any part of the body and never park the
motorcycle near flammable materials (wood, leaves,
etc.).
Attention
When you leave the motorcycle unattended,
always remove the ignition key and make sure it is
inaccessible to anyone unsuitable to ride the
motorcycle.
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Refueling
Refuel the motorcycle in an open area and with the
engine switched off.
Do not smoke or ever use flames during refueling.
Be careful never to drop fuel on the engine or exhaust
pipe.
When refueling, do not fill the tank completely: fuel
should never be touching the rim of filler recess.
When refueling, avoid inhaling fuel vapors and take
care that they do not come in contact with eyes, skin
or clothing.
Attention
The vehicle is compatible only with fuel having
a maximum ethanol content of 10% (E10).
Using fuel with ethanol content over 10% is
prohibited. Using it could result in severe damage of
the engine and motorcycle components. Using fuel
with ethanol content over 10% will render the
Warranty null and void.
Attention
In case of malaise caused by prolonged
inhalation of fuel vapors, stay outdoors and consult a
physician. In case of contact with eyes, rinse eyes
thoroughly with water. In case of contact with skin,
wash the area immediately with soap and water.
Attention
Fuel is highly flammable. If it accidentally spills
onto clothes, change them.
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Carrying the maximum load allowed
Your motorcycle is designed for long-distance riding
with the maximum load allowed carried in full safety.
Even weight distribution is critical to preserving these
safety features and avoiding difficulties when
performing sudden maneuvers or riding on bumpy
roads.
Attention
Do not exceed the total permitted weight for the
motorcycle and pay attention to the information
below regarding load capacity.
Information about carrying capacity
Important
Arrange your luggage or heavy accessories in
the lowest possible position and close to motorcycle
center.
Important
Never fix bulky or heavy objects to the steering
head or front mudguard, as this would affect stability
and be dangerous.
Important
Be sure to secure the luggage to the supports
provided on the motorcycle as firmly as possible.
Improperly secured luggage may affect stability.
Important
Do not insert any objects you may need to carry
into the gaps of the frame, as these may interfere
with moving parts.
Attention
Make sure tires are inflated to the correct
pressure and that they are in good condition.
Please refer to paragraph "Tires" on page 255.
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Dangerous products - warnings
Used engine oil
Attention
Prolonged or repeated contact with used engine
oil may cause skin cancer. If exposed to used engine
oil on a daily basis, make it a rule to wash your hands
thoroughly with soap immediately after use. Keep
away from children.
Brake lining debris
Never attempt to clean the brake assembly using
compressed air or a dry brush.
Brake fluid
Attention
Avoid spilling brake fluid onto plastic, rubber or
painted parts of the motorcycle to avoid the risk of
damage. Protect these parts with a clean shop rag
before servicing the motorcycle. Keep away from
children.
Attention
The brake fluid used in the brake system is
corrosive. In the event of accidental contact with eyes
or skin, wash the affected area with generous
quantities of running water.
Coolant
Engine coolant contains ethylene glycol, which may
ignite under particular conditions, producing invisible
flames. Although the flames from burning ethylene
glycol are not visible, they are still capable of causing
severe burns.
Attention
Take care not to spill engine coolant on the
exhaust system or engine parts.
The cooling fan operates automatically: keep hands
well clear and make sure your clothing does not get
caught in the fan.
Battery
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