Ducati MONSTER S2R 1000 User manual

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Use and maintenance manual
S2R 1000

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We would like to welcome you among Ducati enthusiasts,
and congratulate you for choosing a Ducati motorcycle.
We are sure that you will use your Ducati motorcycle for
longer journeys as well as short daily trips, but however
you use your motorcycle, Ducati Motor Holding S.p.A
wishes you an enjoyable ride.
We are continuously working to improve our Technical
Assistance service. For this reason, we recommend
that you follow strictly the instructions in this manual,
especially those regarding the running-in period. In this
way, you can be sure your Ducati motorcycle will
continue to be a pleasure to ride.
For repairs or advice, please contact one of our authorized
service centres.
There is also an information service available to all
Ducati owners and enthusiasts for any advice and
suggestions you might need.
Enjoy the ride!
Notes
Ducati Motor Holding S.p.A. cannot accept any
liability for errors that may have occurred in the preparation
of this manual. All information in the manual was valid at
the time of going to print. Ducati Motor Holding S.p.A.
reserves the right to make any modifications required
due to the ongoing development of their products.
For safety and reliability, to avoid invalidating the warranty
and to maintain the value of your motorcycle, use only
original Ducati spare parts.
Warning
This manual is an integral part of the motorcycle and,
if ownership is transferred to a third party, must always
be passed to the new owner.

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Table of contents
General indications 6
Warranty 6
Symbols 6
Useful road safety information 7
Riding with a full load 8
Identification data 9
Controls 10
Position of the motorcycle controls 10
Instrument panel 11
LCD functions 13
The immobilizer system 16
Keys 16
Code card 17
Procedure to override the immobilizer using the throttle
twistgrip 18
Duplicate keys 19
Ignition switch and steering lock 20
Left-hand handlebar switch 21
Clutch lever 21
Right-hand handlebar switch 22
Throttle twistgrip 22
Front brake lever 23
Rear brake pedal 24
Gearchange pedal 24
Adjusting the position of the gearchange pedal 25
Adjusting the position of the rear brake pedal 26
Main components and devices 27
Position on motorcycle 27
Fuel tank filler cap 28
Seat lock and helmet holder 29
Sidestand 30
Front fork adjusters 31
Rear shock absorber adjusters 33
Changing motorcycle track alignment 35
Riding the motorcycle 37
Running-in recommendations 37
Pre-ride checks 38
Starting the engine 39
Moving off 41
Braking 42
Stopping the motorcycle 43
Refuelling 43
Parking 44
Toolkit and accessories 45
Main Maintenance Operations 46
Removing the fairing panels 46
Lifting the fuel tank 47

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Changing the air filter 48
Checking the brake and clutch fluid level 49
Checking the brake pads for wear 50
Lubricating cables and joints 51
Adjusting the throttle control cable 52
Charging the battery 53
Checking the drive chain tension 54
Lubrication of the drive chain 55
Replacing bulbs 56
Headlight aim 60
Tyres 61
Checking the engine oil level 63
Cleaning and renewing the spark plugs 64
General cleaning 65
Storing the motorcycle 66
Important notes 66
Maintenance 67
Programmed maintenance plan: operations to be carried out
by the dealer 67
Programmed maintenance plan: operations to be carried out
by the dealer 70
Technical data 71
Dimensions (mm) 71
Weights 71
Fuel, lubricants and other fluids 72
Engine 73
Timing system 73
Performance data 74
Spark plugs 74
Fuel system 74
Brakes 75
Transmission 76
Frame 77
Wheels 77
Tyres 77
Suspension 77
Exhaust system 78
Available colours 78
Electrical system 78
Routine servicing record 82
For United States of America
Version Only 83
Reporting of safety defects 83
Safety warnings 83
Noise emission warranty 83
Noise and exhaust emission control system information 83
Tampering warning 84
Riding safety 85
Protective apparel 86
Vehicle identification number (VIN) 86
Label location 87
California evaporation emission system 89
Ducati limited warranty on emission control system 89
Routine maintenance record 92

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General indications
Warranty
In your own interest, and in order to guarantee product
reliability, you are strongly advised to refer to a
Ducati Dealer or Authorized Workshop for servicing
that requires any particular technical expertise.
Our highly qualified staff have access to the specialised
tools required to perform any servicing job to the highest
professional standards, using only Ducati original spare
parts as the best guarantee for perfect interchangeability,
smooth running and long service life.
All Ducati motorcycles come with a “Warranty Booklet”.
However, the warranty does not apply to motorcycles
used in competitions. If any motorcycle part is tampered
with, modified, or replaced with parts other than original
Ducati spare parts during the warranty period, the
warranty will be automatically invalidated.
Symbols
Ducati Motor Holding S.p.A. advises you to read this
manual carefully in order to familiarise yourself with your
motorcycle. If in doubt, please contact a Ducati Dealer or
Authorized Service Centre. The information in this manual
will help ensure that your riding experience is trouble-free
and enjoyable, and it will help you obtain top performance
from your motorcycle for a long time. This booklet uses a
set of symbols with special meanings:
Warning
Failure to comply with these instructions may put
you at risk, and lead to severe injury or even death.
Important
Risk of damage to the motorcycle and/or its
components.
Notes
Additional information about the current operation.
References to the right or left side of the motorcycle
assume you are sitting on the seat, facing forward.

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Useful road safety information
Warning
Read this section before riding your motorcycle.
Many accidents are the result of the inexperience of the
rider. Always make sure you have your licence with you; you
need a valid licence that entitles you to ride a motorcycle.
Do not lend your motorcycle to persons that are
inexperienced or do not hold a valid licence.
Riders and passengers must always wear appropriate
clothing and a safety helmet.
Do not wear loose clothes or accessories that could
become tangled in the controls or limit your field of vision.
Never start or run the engine in an enclosed space.
Exhaust gases are poisonous and may lead to loss of
consciousness or even death within a short time.
The rider should keep his/her feet on the footrests when
the motorcycle is in motion.
Always hold the handlebars firmly with both hands so
you will be ready for sudden changes in direction or in the
road surface. The pillion passenger should always hold on
to the grabhandles under the seat with both hands.
Obey the legal requirements and observe national and
local regulations.
Always respect speed limits where these are indicated
and always adapt your speed to suit the current visibility,
road and traffic conditions.
Always signal your intention to turn or change lane in
good time, using the appropriate turn signal indicators.
Be sure you are clearly visible and avoid riding within the
blind spot of the vehicle in front of you.
Be very careful at road junctions, or when riding in areas
near exits from private land or car parks, or on the slip roads
to 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, it is possible to 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 if leaving your motorcycle
unattended.
The engine, exhaust pipes, and silencers remain hot for a
long time.
Warning
The exhaust system might still be hot even if the
engine is switched off; take special care not to touch
exhaust system with any part of your body and do not
park the motorcycle next to inflammable material (wood,
leaves etc.).
Park your motorcycle where no one is likely to knock
against it, and use the side stand.
Never park on uneven or soft ground, or your motorcycle
may fall over.

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Riding with a full load
Your motorcycle is designed for travelling over long
distances with a full load in complete safety.
Even weight distribution is critical for maintaining safety
standards, and to avoid getting into difficulties when
making sudden manoeuvres or riding on bumpy roads.
Information on load capacity
The total weight of the motorcycle in running order with
rider, luggage and additional accessories should not exceed
390 kg.
Arrange your luggage or heavy accessories in the lowest
possible position and close to the centre of the motorcycle.
Secure the luggage firmly to the motorcycle structure.
Luggage incorrectly secured may cause the motorcycle
to become unstable.
Never fix bulky or heavy objects to the top yoke or front
mudguard, as this would cause dangerous instability.
Do not insert objects into gaps in the frame, where they
could interfere with moving parts.
Check that the tyres are inflated to the pressure indicated
on page 61 and that they are in good condition.

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Identification data
All Ducati motorcycles have two identification numbers,
one for the frame (fig. 1) and one for the engine (fig. 2).
Notes
These numbers indicate the motorcycle model, and
should be quoted when ordering spare parts.
Frame number
Engine number
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Controls
Warning
This section shows the position and function of the
controls used to drive the motorcycle. Be sure to read this
information carefully before you use the controls.
Position of the motorcycle controls (fig. 3)
1) Instrument panel.
2) Ignition switch and steering lock
3) Left-hand handlebar switch.
4) Clutch lever.
5) Right-hand handlebar switch.
6) Throttle twistgrip.
7) Front brake lever.
8) Gearchange pedal.
9) Rear brake pedal.
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