Ducati MONSTER S4R S User manual

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Use and maintenance manual
S4R / S4RS

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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.
As part of our continuous effort to improve our service, we
advise you to strictly follow the indications given in this
manual, especially as regards running-in. 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 product 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
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 and helmet holder lock 29
Sidestand 30
Shock absorber adjusters 31
Front fork adjusters (MS4R) 33
Front fork adjusters (MS4RS) 35
Adjusting the rear ride height 37
Riding the motorcycle 39
Running-in precautions 39
Pre-ride checks 41
Starting the engine 42
Moving off 44
Braking 44
Stopping the motorcycle 45
Refuelling 45
Parking 46
Toolkit and accessories 47
Main Maintenance Operations 48
Removing the fairing panels 48
Lifting the fuel tank 49
Changing the air filter 50
Checking coolant level 51

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Checking the brake and clutch fluid levels 52
Checking the brake pads for wear 53
Adjusting the throttle cable 53
Lubricating cables and joints 54
Charging the battery 55
Checking the chain tension 56
Lubrication of the drive chain 56
Replacing bulbs 57
Headlight aim 61
Tyres 62
Checking the engine oil level 64
Cleaning and renewing the spark plugs 65
General cleaning 66
Storing the motorcycle 67
Important notes 67
Maintenance 68
Programmed maintenance plan: operations to be carried out
by the dealer 68
Programmed maintenance plan: operations to be carried out
by the dealer 71
Technical data 72
Overall dimensions (mm) 72
Weights 72
Fuel, lubricants and other fluids 73
Engine 74
Timing system 74
Performance data 75
Spark plugs 75
Fuel system 75
Brakes 75
Transmission 76
Frame 76
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