Ducati Multistrada 1200 ABS User manual

cod 913.7.170.1B

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Owner’s manual

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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 continuously working to improve our Technical
Assistance service. For this reason, we recommend that you
strictly follow the instructions in this manual, especially
those regarding the running-in period. This will ensure that
your Ducati motorcycle will continue to be a pleasure to ride.
For repairs or advice, please contact one of our authorised
service centres.
We also provide an information service for all Ducati owners
and enthusiasts for any advice and suggestions you might
need.
Enjoy your ride!
Note
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 this manual is 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 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 - if the motorcycle is resold - must always be handed
over to the new owner.

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ETable of contents
General Indications 8
Warranty 8
Symbols 8
Useful information for safe riding 9
Carrying the maximum load allowed 10
Identification data 10
Instrument panel (Dashboard) 11
Instrument panel 11
LCD unit functions 14
LCD - Parameter setting/display 15
Vehicle speed indicator 16
Engine rpm indicator (RPM) 17
Engaged gear indicator 18
Clock 19
Fuel level indicator 20
Coolant temperature 21
Total distance covered indicator: “Odometer“ 22
“Trip 1“ meter 23
“Trip 2“ meter 23
Indication if the DTC function is active/not active 24
Indication if the LAP function is active/not active 24
Warning indication (Alarms/Signals) 25
“Low” battery level 26
Traction Control (DTC) deactivated 26
Hands Free key (HF) not recognised 27
“Low“ Hands Free key (HF) battery level 27
“High“ engine coolant temperature 28
Steering release error - Steering still locked 28
Instrument panel diagnosis 29
Maintenance indicator 33
Residual range indication when the SERVICE is due 33
Indication of range reached for SERVICE 33
Maintenance table 34
SET UP - “Riding Style set“ indication 36
“RANGE” indicator - remaining range 38
Indicator “CONS I.“ - Instantaneous fuel consumption 39
Indicator “CONS M.“ - Average fuel consumption 39
Indicator “AVG” - Average speed 40
Air temperature indicator 40
Indicator “TIME TRIP“ - Trip time 41
“Riding Style” function (riding style change) 42
“LOAD” FUNCTION (setup change) 44
“Setting” menu 46
ABS disabling function 48
Battery voltage indicator (BATTERY) 50
“Riding Style” customisation 52
DTC (Ducati Traction Control) setting function 54
ENGINE setting function (Engine Power Control) 58
DES setting function (Ducati Electronic Suspension) 60
DEFAULT function (Resetting Ducati default parameters) 68

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Instrument panel backlighting adjustment function 70
LAP Activation/Deactivation function (lap time) 72
LAP registration function 74
Stored LAP display function 76
DTC (Ducati Traction Control) on/off function 78
Digital RPM indication function 80
Clock setting function 82
The immobilizer system 84
Keys 84
Replacing the battery in the active key 86
Duplicate keys 89
Immobilizer override procedure 90
Light control 96
Controls 99
Position of motorcycle controls 99
“Hands free” system 100
LH switch 110
Clutch lever 111
RH switch 112
Throttle twistgrip 113
Front brake lever 113
Rear brake pedal 114
Gear change pedal 114
Adjusting the position of the gearchange and rear brake
pedals 115
Main components and devices 117
Position on the vehicle 117
Tank filler plug 118
Seat lock 119
Side stand 122
Power outlet 123
Adjusting the front fork 124
Adjusting the rear shock absorber 126
Motorcycle setup variation (”S” version only) 128
Directions for use 129
Running-in recommendations 129
Pre-ride checks 131
Engine on/off 133
Moving off 135
Braking 135
Stopping the motorcycle 137
Parking 137
Refuelling 140
Tool kit and accessories 141
Front semi-mudguard kit 141
Long rear mudguard kit 143
Main maintenance operations 144
Checking and topping up coolant level 144
Checking brake and clutch fluid level 145
Checking brake pads for wear 147
Lubricating cables and joints 148
Adjusting throttle control free play 149
Charging the battery 150
Checking drive chain tension 151

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Chain lubrication 152
Replacing the high and low beam bulbs 153
Rear turn signals 155
Number plate light 156
Beam setting 156
Rear-view mirror adjustment 158
Tubeless tyres 159
Checking engine oil level 161
Cleaning and replacing the spark plugs 162
General cleaning 163
Storing the bike away 164
Important notes 164
Scheduled maintenance chart 165
Operations to be carried out by the dealer 165
Operations to be carried out by the dealer 167
Operations to be carried out by the customer 168
Technical data 169
Overall dimensions (mm) 169
Weights 169
Engine 171
Timing system 171
Performance data 172
Spark plugs 172
Fuel system 172
Brakes 173
Transmission 174
Frame 175
Wheels 175
Tyres 175
Suspensions 175
Exhaust system 176
Colour schemes 176
Electric system 176
Scheduled maintenance reminder 183
For United States of America
version Only 184

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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 Authorised Service Centre for servicing that requires any
particular technical expertise.
Our highly skilled staff have the tools required to perform any
servicing job to the highest professional standards, using
only Ducati original spare parts to ensure full
interchangeability, smooth running and long 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 is
automatically invalidated.
Symbols
Ducati Motor Holding S.p.A. advises you to read this manual
carefully in order to become familiar with your motorcycle. If
in doubt, please contact a Ducati Dealer or Authorised
Service Centre. 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 booklet uses a set of symbols with special meanings:
Warning
Failure to comply with these instructions may put you
at risk, and could lead to severe injury or even death.
Important
Risk of damage to the motorcycle and/or its
components.
Note
Additional information about the current operation.
The terms RIGHT and LEFT are referred to the motorcycle
viewed from the riding position.

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EUseful information for safe riding
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 who are
inexperienced or do not hold a valid licence.
Both rider and pillion passenger must ALWAYS wear a safety
helmet.
Do not wear loose clothes or accessories that could become
entangled in the controls or limit your field of vision.
Never start or run the engine indoors. Exhaust gases are
toxic 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 the handlebars 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
strap onto passenger 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 signals.
Be sure you are clearly visible and do not ride within the blind
spot of vehicles ahead.
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 when you leave your motorcycle
unattended.
The engine, exhaust pipes and silencers remain hot for a long
time.
Warning
The exhaust system may still be hot even after engine
is switched off; take special care not to touch the 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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Carrying the maximum load allowed
Your motorcycle is designed for travelling over long
distances with a full load in complete safety.
Even weight distribution is critical to preserving these safety
features and avoiding trouble when performing sudden
manoeuvres or riding on bumpy roads.
Warning
The maximum speed permitted with the side panniers,
top case and the tank bag fitted must not exceed 180 km/h.
Warning
Do not exceed the total permitted weight for the
motorcycle and pay attention to information provided below
regarding load capacity.
Information on load capacity
The total weight of the motorcycle in running order
including rider, passenger, luggage and additional
accessories should not exceed:
430 kg.
Warning
The total weight permitted for the side panniers, top
case and the tank bag must never exceed 35 kg, divided as
follows:
10 kg max. per side pannier;
10 kg max for the top case;
5 kg max. for the tank bag.
Important
Arrange your luggage or heavy accessories in the
lowest possible position and close to motorcycle centre.
Secure the luggage firmly to the motorcycle structure.
Luggage incorrectly secured may cause the motorcycle to
become unstable.
Never attach 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.
If the side panniers are fitted (available upon request from
the Ducati spare parts service), divide the baggage and
accessories based on their weight and place them uniformly
inside the side panniers. Lock both side panniers using the
suitable key lock.
Make sure the tyres are inflated to the proper pressure
indicated at page 159 and that they are in good condition.