Ducati Multistrada 1000ds User manual

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Owner's manual
DUCATIMULTISTRADA
1000DS
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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. Please contact our authorised service centres
to have your motorcycle repaired or if you simply need
advice.
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 - in the event 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 12
LCD - Parameter setting/display 14
Backlighting function 21
Pilot lights brightness function 21
Auto-off headlight function 21
The immobilizer system 21
Keys 22
Code card 23
Procedure to disable immobilizer engine block through
throttle twistgrip 24
Duplicate keys 25
Ignition switch and steering lock 26
Left switch 27
Clutch lever 28
Right switch 29
Throttle twistgrip 29
Front brake lever 30
Rear brake pedal 31
Gear change pedal 31
Setting the gear change and rear brake pedals 32
Main components and devices 34
Location 34
Tank filler plug 35
Passenger seat catch and helmet hook 36
Glove compartment lock 37
Side stand 38
Front fork adjusters 39
Rear shock absorber adjusters 41
Rear-view mirrors adjustment 42
Motorcycle trim adjustment 43
Directions for use 44
Running-in recommendations 44
Pre-ride checks 46
Starting the engine 47
Moving off 49
Braking 49
Stopping the motorcycle 50
Parking 50
Refuelling 51
Tool kit and accessories 52
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Main maintenance operations 53
Removing the fairing 53
Checking brake and clutch fluid level 58
Checking brake pads for wear 60
Lubricating joints 61
Throttle cable free play adjustment 62
Charging the battery 63
Checking the drive chain tension 64
Chain lubrication 65
Replacing headlamp bulbs 66
Changing the front direction indicators bulbs 70
Changing the rear direction indicators bulbs 71
Changing the number plate and stop light bulbs 72
Beam setting 74
Tubeless tyre pressure 75
Checking engine oil level 77
Cleaning and replacing the spark plugs 78
Cleaning the motorcycle 79
Storing the bike away 79
Important notes 79
Technical data 80
Overall dimensions 80
Weights 80
Engine 82
Timing system 82
Performance data 83
Spark plugs 83
Exhaust system 83
Transmission 84
Brakes 85
Frame 86
Wheels 86
Tyres 86
Suspensions 87
Available in the following colors: 87
Electric system 88
For United States of America version Only 93
Routine maintenance record 102
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GENERAL
Warranty
In your own interest, and in order to guarantee product
reliability, you are strongly advised to refer to a Ducati
Dealer or Authorised Workshop 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". The
warranty does not apply to the motorcycles used in
competitions. 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 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.
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 with respect to the direction of travel.
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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.
Both rider and pillion passenger must 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.
Both rider and pillion passenger should keep their feet on
the footpegs when the motorcycle is in motion.
Always hold handlebar firmly with both hands so you will
be ready for sudden changes of direction or in the road
surface. The pillion passenger should always hold on to
the suitable grab handle at the rear seat with both hands.
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, pillion passenger, luggage and additional
accessories should not exceed 410 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 75 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) Right switch.
5) Throttle twistgrip.
6) Clutch lever.
7) Front brake lever.
8) Rear brake pedal.
9) Gear change pedal.
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1
fig. 3
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