Ducati MULTISTRADA 1200 ENDURO User manual

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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 391.
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 8
Safety guidelines 8
Warning symbols used in the manual 8
Intended use 9
Rider's obligations 11
Reporting of safety defects 13
Rider's training 13
Apparel 14
Safety "Best Practices" 15
Refueling 17
Carrying the maximum load allowed 18
Information about carrying capacity 18
Dangerous products - warnings 19
Vehicle identification number 21
Engine identification number 22
Option kits / Customizations 23
Plate position 32
Noise and exhaust emission control system
information 36
California emission control warranty statement
Your warranty rights and obligations 37
Manufacturer’s warranty coverage 37
Owner's warranty responsibilities 37
California evaporation emission system 38
Ducati limited warranty on emission control
system 39
Instrument panel (Dashboard) 42
Instrument panel 42
Acronyms and abbreviations used in the
Manual 48
Technological Dictionary 48
Function buttons 51
Parameter setting/displaying 53
Main functions 71
Engine rpm indication (RPM) 73
Vehicle speed 77
Riding Mode 79
DTC 89
ABS 96
DWC 103
Motorcycle setup 110
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DSS 112
Gear 117
Fuel level 118
Odometer (TOT) 120
Engine coolant temperature 122
Clock 124
Menu Functions 125
Residual range (RANGE) 127
Trip meter 1 (TRIP 1) 129
Trip meter 2 (TRIP 2) 131
Trip time (TRIP TIME) 132
LAP time 134
Average fuel consumption 136
Instantaneous fuel consumption 138
Average speed 140
External air temperature 142
TRIP MASTER 144
Auxiliary functions 146
Infotainment 149
Cruise Control 160
Vehicle Hold Control 163
Service warning (SERVICE) 165
OIL SERVICE zero warning 166
OIL SERVICE or SERVICE DATE or DESMO SERVICE
countdown indication 167
OIL SERVICE or SERVICE DATE or DESMO SERVICE
indication 168
Warning/Alarm (Warning) 169
Error warnings 179
Side stand warning 180
Fog lights 181
Setting MENU 182
Customizing the Riding Mode 185
Customizing the Riding Mode: Engine setting 188
Customizing the Riding Mode: DTC level
setting 191
Customizing the Riding Mode: DWC level
setting 194
Customizing the Riding Mode: ABS setting 197
Customizing the Riding Mode: DSS suspension
setting 200
Customizing the Riding Mode: Reset to default
settings (DEFAULT) 212
Customizing the Riding Mode: Reset to default
settings (ALL DEFAULT) 214
Display mode setting 215
Pin Code 219
Changing the PIN CODE 223
LAP 228
Display backlighting setting 234
Date setting 237
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Clock setting 243
Setting the unit of measurement 248
Bluetooth device setting 257
Information (INFO) 268
Light control 269
Immobilizer system 276
Keys 277
Replacing the battery in the active key 280
Duplicate keys 284
Restoring motorcycle operation via the PIN
CODE 285
Controls 289
Position of motorcycle controls 289
"Hands free" system 290
Left-hand switch 304
Clutch lever 308
Right-hand switch 309
Throttle twistgrip 311
Front brake lever 312
Rear brake pedal 313
Gear change pedal 314
Adjusting the position of the gearchange pedal and
rear brake pedal 315
Main components and devices 318
Position on the vehicle 318
Fuel tank plug 319
Seat lock 321
Side stand 325
Bluetooth control unit 327
Power outlet 329
Central stand; 331
Assembling the Ducati side panniers 333
Using the side panniers 336
USB connection 341
Adjusting windscreen height 342
Steering damper 343
Front fork adjustment 344
Adjusting the rear shock absorber 345
Motorcycle track alignment variation 346
Riding the motorcycle 347
Running-in recommendations 347
Pre-ride checks 349
ABS 351
Engine start/stop 352
Moving off 355
Braking 356
ABS 356
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Stopping the motorcycle 358
Parking 359
Refueling 361
Tool kit and accessories 362
Main use and maintenance
operations 363
Checking coolant level and topping up, if
necessary 363
Checking brake and clutch fluid level 365
Checking brake pads for wear 367
Charging the battery 368
Checking drive chain tension 372
Lubricating the drive chain 374
Using the supplied chain tension gage 375
Rear turn indicators 377
Aligning the headlight 378
Adjusting the rear-view mirrors 380
Tubeless tires 381
Check engine oil level 385
Cleaning and replacing the spark plugs 387
Cleaning the motorcycle 388
Storing the motorcycle 390
Important notes 390
Scheduled maintenance chart 391
Scheduled maintenance chart: operations to be
carried out by the dealer 391
Scheduled maintenance chart: operations to be
carried out by the customer 395
Technical data 396
Weights 396
Overall dimensions 397
Top-ups 398
Engine 400
Desmodromic timing system with variable timing
(DVT) 401
Performance 402
Spark plugs 402
Fuel system 402
Brakes 402
Transmission 403
Frame 404
Wheels 404
Tires 404
Suspensions 404
Exhaust system 405
Available colors 405
Electric system 407
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Routine maintenance record 414
Routine maintenance record 414
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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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Intended use
Attention
This motorcycle is designed for both use on
road and light off road duty. Do not use on
competitive off-road circuits or extreme jumps.
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.
Attention
The total weight of the motorcycle in running
order with rider, passenger, baggage and additional
accessories must not exceed 1025lb/ 465kg.
Attention
The maximum weight permitted for the side
panniers and top case must never exceed 33 lb (15
kg), divided as follows:
11 lb (5 kg) max. per side pannier;
11 lb (5 kg) max. for the top case.
Attention
The maximum speed permitted with the side
panniers, the top case and the tank bag fitted must
not exceed 112 mph (180 km/h) and at any rate it
must comply with the applicable statutory speed
limits.
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The motorcycle can be equipped with M+S category
tires: Ducati recommends Pirelli Scorpion Rally tires.
Attention
Maximum speed with M+S category tires
The maximum speed specified for the motorcycle
can be higher than the one allowed for the tire. Higher
speeds can damage the tires and cause accidents.
Pay attention to the maximum speed allowed for the
tires. When using tires of the M+S category, like
Pirelli Scorpion Rally recommended by Ducati, it is
necessary not to exceed the speed limit
corresponding to the speed index specified for that
tire: 118 mph (190 km/h) for Pirelli Scorpion Rally.
Attention
When using M+S category tires, do not exceed
118 mph (190 km/h).
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Rider's obligations
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 of safety defects
If you believe your vehicle has a defect that could
cause a crash or 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.
Rider's training
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.
Check your knowledge of current "TRAFFIC LAWS";
read carefully and familiarize yourself with the
contents of the M.O.M (Motorcycle Operator
Manual) pertinent to your state available at the M.S.F.
(Motorcycle Safety Foundation) (www.msf-usa.org)
website.
You are strongly recommended to take a riding
course approved by the M.S.F. (Motorcycle Safety
Foundation).
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Apparel
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 11, 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.
Important
For the safety of the passenger, make sure that
he or she also wears appropriate clothing.
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Safety "Best Practices"
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 perform the
checks detailed in this manual (see page 355).
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.).
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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
The maximum speed permitted with the side
panniers, the top case and the tank bag fitted must
not exceed 112 mph (180 km/h) and at any rate it
must comply with the applicable statutory speed
limits.
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.
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