Ducati MULTISTRADA Series User manual

Owner’s manual ENGLISH
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This manual forms an integral  of the motorcycle and must be kept with it for its whole service life. If the
motorcycle is resold, the manual must always be handed over to the new owner. The quality standards and
safety of Ducati motorcycles are steadily improved as new design solutions, equipment and accessories are
developed. While the information contained in this manual is current at the time of going to print, Ducati
Motor Holding S.p.A. reserves the right to make changes at any time without notice and without any
obligations. For this reason, the illustrations in this manual might  from your motorcycle. Any and all
reproduction or spreading of the contents herein in whole or in  is forbidden. All rights reserved to Ducati
Motor Holding S.p.A. Any request for  authorisation shall be addressed to this company, specifying
the reasons for request. For any servicing or suggestions you might need, please contact our authorised
service centres.
For  information, please contact us at:
[email protected]
Our Advisors are available to give you suggestions and useful tips.

The service is active only in the following countries:
Holland, Belgium, Luxembourg, France, Italy, Switzerland, United Kingdom, Ireland, Germany.
Enjoy your ride!
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Roadside Assistance

The "ACI Global Services" roadside assistance is
in force only in the following countries:
Denmark, Belgium, France, Luxembourg,
Switzerland, Ireland, United Kingdom, Italy, Norway,
Holland, Spain, Austria, Germany, Sweden, 
Canary Islands, Cyprus, Croatia, Czech Republic,
Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania, Finland, Greece, Hungary,
Malta, Poland, Serbia and Montenegro, Slovakia,
Slovenia, Turkey, Ukraine.
The Ducati Card Assistance Programme, created in
collaboration with Ducati and ACI Global Services,
 assistance in case of breakdown and/or
accident to the Ducati Customer. The service is
active 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, for 24 months
(in case of extended warranty the relevant conditions
will apply) from the date of delivery of the
motorcycle or for the period of coverage of the Ever
Red warranty extension.
The roadside assistance services include:
- Roadside assistance and towing
- of passengers following roadside
assistance
- Return of passengers or continuation of the
journey
- Recovery of the repaired motorcycle
- Repatriation of the motorcycle from abroad
- Search and sending of spare  abroad
- Hotel expenses
- Recovery of the motorcycle  the road in case
of accident
- Advance payment of bail abroad
and may be requested in the following countries:
Andorra, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus,
Czech Republic, Estonia, Finland, France (including
Corsica, roads open to ordinary  Fyrom (the
former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia), Germany,
Gibraltar, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Iceland, Italy
(including San Marino and the Vatican), Latvia,
Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Montenegro, the
Netherlands, Norway, Poland,  Monaco,
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Romania, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden,
Switzerland, Turkey, Ukraine, United Kingdom.

All information is detailed and available on the
Ducati website of the respective country.
Call Centre telephone numbers
The numbers to contact to request the services
listed above are the following:
Andorra [phone]
40
[phone]
40
Austria 0800-22 03 50 [phone]
19398
Belgium 0800-14 134 [phone]
Bulgaria (02)-986 73 52 [phone]
Cyprus 22 31 31 31 [phone]
Croatia 0800-79 87 [phone]
Denmark 80 20 22 07 [phone]
Estonia (0)-69 79 199 [phone]
Finland (09)-77 47 64 00 -77476051
France
(+Corsica)
0800-23 65 10 [phone]
FYROM [phone] [phone]
Germany 0800-27 22 774 [phone]
90
Gibraltar 91-594 93 40 [phone]
40
Greece (210)-9462 058 [phone]
058
Ireland 1800-304 500 [phone]
Iceland 5 112 112 [phone]
Italy 800,744,444 +39 02
66.16.56.10
Latvia 67 56 65 86 [phone]
Lithuania (85)-210 44 25 [phone]
Luxembourg 25 36 36 301 [phone]
301
Malta 21 24 69 68 [phone]
Monaco [phone] [phone]
Montenegro 0800-81 986 [phone]
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Norway 800-30 466 [phone]
Holland 0800-099 11 20 [phone]
Poland 061 83 19 885 [phone]
 800-20 66 68 [phone]
05
United King‐
dom
00800-33 22 88
77
00800-33 22 88
77
Czech Republic 261 10 43 48 [phone]
48
Romania 021-317 46 90 [phone]
Serbia (011)-240 43 51 [phone]
51
Slovakia (02)-492 05 963 [phone]
63
Slovenia (01)-530 53 10 [phone]
Spain 900-101 576 [phone]
40
Sweden 020-88 87 77 [phone]
([phone])
Switzerland
(+Liechten‐
stein)
0800-55 01 41 [phone]
Turkey (216) 560 07 50 [phone]
50
Ukraine 044-494 29 52 [phone]
52
Hungary (06-1)-345 17 47 [phone]
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Table of contents
Road safety rules 10
Road safety rules 10
Introduction 12
Acronyms and abbreviations used in the
Manual 12
Safety guidelines 12
Warning symbols used in the manual 13
Intended use 14
Rider's obligations 15
Rider's training 16
Apparel 17
Safety "Best Practices" 18
Refuelling 20
Carrying the maximum load allowed 21
Information about carrying capacity 21
Dangerous products - warnings 22
Vehicle identification number 24
Engine identification number 25
Equipment 26
Main components and devices 28
Position on the vehicle 28
Tank filler plug 29
Seat lock 30
Bluetooth control unit 35
Power outlet 36
Side stand 37
Assembling the Ducati side panniers 38
Using the side panniers 46
USB connection 48
Adjusting windscreen height 49
Adjusting the front fork 50
Adjusting the rear shock absorber 52
Controls 54
Position of motorcycle controls 54
Switchgears 55
Key-operated ignition switch and steering
lock 58
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Clutch lever 59
Keys 60
 twistgrip 62
Front brake lever 63
Rear brake pedal 64
Gear change pedal 65
Adjusting the position of the gearchange
pedal and rear brake pedal 66
Riding the motorcycle 67
Running-in recommendations 67
Pre-ride checks 68
ABS device 71
Engine  72
Moving  75
Restoring motorcycle operation via the PIN
Code 76
Braking 78
Stopping the motorcycle 80
Parking 81
Refuelling 83
Tool kit and accessories 86
Instrument panel (Dashboard) 87
Instrument panel 87
Warning lights 88
Main page items 92
Riding Mode 97
Engine rpm indication 100
Info display 101
Cruise Control 104
Infotainment 111
Lap 112
ABS 115
Trip master 117
Phone 120
Music 123
 menu 125
 menu - Riding Mode 127
 menu - Riding Mode - Engine 129
 menu - Riding Mode - DTC 130
 menu - Riding Mode - ABS 136
 menu - Riding Mode - DWC 143
 menu - Riding Mode - DQS 149
 menu - Riding Mode - Default 151
 menu - Info display 153
 menu - Fuel indicator 156
 menu - DRL 157
 menu - Backlight 158
 menu - PIN Code 161
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 menu -  166
 menu - Date and time 167
 menu - Service 174
 menu - Lap 175
 menu - Tyre calibration 178
 menu - Bluetooth 183
 menu - Turn signals 187
 menu - Measurement units 188
 menu - Info 194
VHC 195
Service warnings 197
Warning displaying 199
Error warnings 202
Light control 204
Main use and maintenance
operations 208
Checking coolant level and topping up, if
necessary 208
Checking brake and clutch fluid level 209
Checking brake pads for wear 211
Charging the  212
Checking drive chain tension 218
Lubricating the drive chain 220
Aligning the headlight 225
Adjusting the rear-view mirrors 228
Tubeless tyres 229
Check engine oil level 231
Cleaning and replacing the spark plugs 233
Cleaning the motorcycle 234
Storing the motorcycle 236
 notes 236
Vehicle  237
Scheduled maintenance  238
Scheduled maintenance  operations to
be carried out by the dealer 238
Scheduled maintenance  operations to
be carried out by the Customer 242
Technical data 243
Weights 243
Dimensions 245
Fuel, lubricants and other fluids 247
Engine 249
 data 251
Spark plugs 251
Fuel system 251
Brakes 251
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Transmission 252
Frame 253
Wheels 253
Tyres 253
Suspension 254
Exhaust system 255
Available colours 255
Electric system 256
Routine maintenance record 260
Routine maintenance record 260
Declarations of conformity 261
Declarations of conformity 261
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Road safety rules
Road safety rules
The driver of a vehicle is responsible for driving and
manoeuvring even if there are intelligent driving aid
systems, such as Blind Spot Detection (BSD) and
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) on the vehicle, which
must always be checked or corrected by the rider.
Adaptive intelligent systems, such as Blind Spot
Detection (BSD) and Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC),
analyse surrounding situations and warn the rider of
 hazards, making a logical prediction of
events that may occur based on the information they
process. They are  systems in the sense that
they operate with rational logic as long as they
understand, or can understand, the environmental
context; they are advanced systems because they
exploit computational technology, with its
technological limitations.
These systems, although technologically
sophisticated, are only designed to help the rider to
ride, improving the riding conditions; they are not
autonomous driving systems that replace the rider.
The rider is always responsible for choosing the
riding style and for adopting the level of caution and
 required by the specific environmental
context.
The function of adaptive  systems is 
the rider to critical situations, however, they use
predictions that depend and are conditioned by the
environmental context and the possible recognition
of surrounding objects or subjects. They are not
intended to avoid collisions, but to provide
information (visual, acoustic or haptic) that the rider
can use to prevent collisions, if possible.
Therefore, the rider must not rely solely or
unreasonably on the "ability" of the system to
understand the environmental context: the shape of
 objects, their  their static/dynamic
position, the way they enter the radar visual space
may cause the system not to understand this
context and may cause the rider to receive incorrect
information.
Distraction is the main cause of accidents. The rider
must use the motorcycle  systems, including
the Blind Spot Detection (BSD) and Adaptive Cruise
Control (ACC), while maintaining constant control of
the vehicle, also taking into account possible errors
(false indications) of these systems. The rider must
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also take into account possible dangers generated
by objects or subjects in the environmental context
by adopting a prudent behaviour. Riders must be
cautious in their behaviour, in  when
making approach manoeuvres to other vehicles,
making turns and braking appropriate to the
circumstances and preventing incorrect or
imprudent driving behaviour by others.
Any reference to the speed of the motorcycle in this
document, whether it refers to km/h or miles per
hour, must be understood as exclusively illustrative
of the characteristics and warnings on the specific
 of the Blind Spot Detection (BSD) and
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) systems. The rider of
the motorcycle is responsible for riding the vehicle
always within the speed limits prescribed by the road
 regulations in force in the country in which s/
he is riding, and in any case in full compliance with
the caution required by the type and state of the
road s/he is travelling and the environmental
conditions in which s/he is riding.
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Introduction
Acronyms and abbreviations used in
the Manual
ABS
Anti-lock Braking System
CC
Cruise Control
DQS
Ducati Quick 
DRL
Daytime Running Lamp
DSB
Dashboard
DTC
Ducati Traction Control
DWC
Ducati Wheelie Control
GPS
Global Positioning System
VHC
Vehicle Hold control
Safety guidelines
We would like to welcome you among Ducati
enthusiasts, and congratulate you on your excellent
choice of motorcycle. We think you will ride your
Ducati motorcycle for long journeys as well as 
daily trips. Ducati Motor Holding S.p.A. wishes you
smooth and enjoyable riding.
Your motorcycle is the result of Ducati Motor
Holding S.p.A.'s on-going research and
development  It is  that you
preserve its quality standard by strictly observing
the maintenance plan and using genuine spare
 This manual provides instructions on minor
maintenance operations. Major maintenance
operations are described in the Workshop Manual
available to Ducati Authorised Service Centres.
In your own interest, for your safety and in order to
guarantee product reliability, you are strongly
advised to refer to our authorised Dealers and
Service Centres for any operations listed in the
scheduled maintenance  see page 260.
Our highly skilled  have access to special
implements and appropriate equipment required to
 any servicing job at best, and use Ducati
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original spare  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 motorcycles used in
racing competitions.
Tampering with or altering any components, even
 will make the warranty null and void
 immediately. Improper or poor
maintenance, using other than original spare 
or  not expressly approved by Ducati may
invalidate your warranty rights and lead to damage
or loss of 
Your safety and that of other road users are very
 Ducati Motor Holding S.p.A.
recommends that you ride responsibly.
Before using your motorcycle for the first time, read
this entire manual carefully and closely follow the
guidelines outlined in it. The manual provides full
information on proper motorcycle operation and
maintenance. In case of any doubts, please contact a
Dealer or Authorised Service Centre.
Warning symbols used in the manual
Several kinds of warnings are used as an  of the
possible hazards for you or other persons such as:
- Safety labels on the motorcycle;
- Safety messages preceded by a warning symbol
and either WARNING or IMPORTANT.

Failure to comply with these instructions may
put you at risk, and could lead to severe injury or even
death of the rider or other persons.

Possibility of damaging 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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Intended use

This motorcycle was designed for both road use
and for light  and  road use. Heavy duty
 use is not advised and can result in the rider
losing control of the vehicle, thereby increasing the
risk of accidents.

This motorcycle may not be used to tow any
trailers or with a side-car  this can lead to
loss of control and result in an accident.
This motorcycle carries the rider and can carry a
passenger.

The total weight of the motorcycle in running
order with rider, passenger, baggage and additional
accessories must not exceed 470 kg/1,036.18 lb.

The maximum weight  for the side
bags, top case and the tank bag must never exceed
30 kg (66 lb), divided as follows
10 kg (22 lb) max. per side bag;
5 kg (11 lb) max. for the top case;
5 kg (11 lb) max. for the tank bag.

Using the motorcycle under extreme
conditions, such as very damp and muddy roads or
dusty and dry environment, could cause above-
average wear of components like the drive system,
the brakes or the air filter. If the air filter is  the
engine could get damaged. Therefore, this might
translate in required service or replacement of the
wear  earlier than specified in the scheduled
maintenance 
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Rider's obligations
All riders must hold a valid licence.

Riding without a licence is illegal and is
prosecuted by law. Always make sure you have your
licence with you when riding. Do not let
inexperienced riders or persons without a valid
licence use your motorcycle.
Do not ride under the influence of alcohol and/or
drugs.

Riding under the influence of alcohol and/or
drugs is illegal and is prosecuted by law.
Do not take prescription or other drugs before riding
unless you have consulted your doctor about their
side 

Some medications and drugs may cause
drowsiness or other  that slow down reaction
time and the rider's ability to control the motorcycle,
possibly leading to an accident.
Some states require vehicle insurance.

Check your state laws. Obtain insurance
coverage and keep your insurance document secure
with the other motorcycle documents.
To protect rider and passenger safety, some states
mandate the use of a  helmet.

Check your state laws. Riding without a helmet
may be punishable by law.

Riders without helmets are more likely to 
severe bodily injury or die if they are in an accident.

Check that your helmet complies with safety
specifications, permits good vision, is the right size
for your head, and carries a  label
indicating that it conforms to the standards in force
in your state. Road  laws  from state to
state. Learn about  laws in your state before
riding and always obey them.
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Rider's training
Accidents are frequently due to inexperience.
Riding, manoeuvres and braking must be 
in a  way than on the other vehicles.

Untrained riders or a wrong use of the vehicle
may lead to loss of control, serious injuries or even
death.
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Apparel
Riding gear is very  for safety. Unlike cars,
a motorcycle  no impact protection in an
accident.
Proper riding gear includes helmet, eye protection,
gloves, boots, long sleeve jacket and long trousers.
- The helmet must meet the requirements listed
at "Rider's obligations"; if your helmet does not
have a visor, use suitable eye wear;
- Use five-finger gloves made from leather or
abrasion-resistant material;
- Riding boots or shoes must have non-slip soles
and  ankle protection;
- Jacket, trousers or riding suit must be made
from leather or abrasion-resistant material and
have high-visibility colours and 

Never wear loose clothing, items or accessories
that may become tangled in motorcycle 

For your safety, always wear suitable protective
gear, regardless of season and weather.

Have your passenger wear proper protective
clothing.
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Safety "Best Practices"
These few simple operations are critical to people
safety and to preserving the full  of your
motorcycle. Never forget to  them before,
while and  riding.

Closely follow the indications provided at
chapter "Riding the motorcycle" during the running-
in period.
Failure to follow these instructions releases Ducati
Motor Holding S.p.A. from any liability whatsoever
for any engine damage or  engine life.

Before riding your motorcycle, become familiar
with the controls you will need to use when riding.
 the checks recommended in this manual
under Checks before riding before each ride.

Failure to carry out these checks before riding
may lead to motorcycle damage and injury to rider
and/or passenger.

 the engine outdoors or in a well
ventilated area. The engine should never be 
or run indoors.
Exhaust gases are poisonous and may lead to loss of
consciousness or even death within a  time.
Use proper body position while riding and ensure
your passenger does the same.

Rider must hold the handlebar with both hands
at ALL TIMES while riding.

Both rider and passenger should keep their
feet on the footpegs when the motorcycle is in
motion.

The passenger should always hold on to the
grab handles under the seat with both hands.

Be very careful when tackling road junctions, or
when riding in areas near exits from private grounds,
car parks or on slip roads to access motorways.
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
Be sure you are clearly visible and do not ride
within the blind spot of vehicles ahead.

ALWAYS signal your intention to turn or pull to
the next lane in good time using the suitable turn
indicators.

Park your motorcycle where no one is likely to
knock against it, and use the side stand. Never park
on uneven or  ground, or your motorcycle may
fall over.

Visually inspect the tyres at regular intervals
for detecting cracks and cuts, especially on the side
walls, bulges or large spots that are indicative of
internal damage. Replace them if badly damaged.
Remove any stones or other foreign bodies caught in
the tread.

Engine, exhaust pipes and silencers stay hot
long  the engine is switched  pay 
 not to touch the exhaust system with any
body  and do not park the vehicle next to
flammable material (wood, leaves etc.).
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