Ducati Scrambler 800 Desert Sled 2019 User manual

Owner’s 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.
This manual must be preserved with care. If it is lost or becomes damaged, contact a Ducati Dealer or
authorised Service Centre without delay to obtain a new copy of the manual.
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.
Enjoy your ride!
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Table of contents
Introduction 7
Safety guidelines 7
Warning symbols used in the manual 8
Intended use 8
Rider's obligations 9
Rider's training 11
Apparel 11
Safety "Best Practices" 12
Refuelling 15
Carrying the maximum load allowed 16
Information about carrying capacity 16
Dangerous products - warnings 17
Vehicle identification number 19
Engine identification number 20
Instrument panel (Dashboard) 21
Instrument panel 21
Acronyms and abbreviations used in the
Manual 24
Technological Dictionary 25
Information statement on UE directive
2014/53/UE 26
Function  29
Parameter displaying 30
Main and auxiliary functions 34
Motorcycle speed 36
Engine rpm indication (RPM) 37
Gear 38
Fuel level 39
Clock 40
Function menu 41
Odometer (TOT) 42
Trip meter 1 (TRIP 1) 43
Trip meter 2 (TRIP 2) 45
Residual range (RANGE) 47
Heated handgrips (H. GRIPS) -
accessory 48
Ambient air temperature (T-AIR) 50
Enabling/disabling ABS (ABS:ON/OFF) 51
Music player management (PLAYER) -
accessory 54
Call management (CALLS) - accessory 61
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 menu (SETTING MENU) 63
 menu -  the Riding Mode
(RIDING MODE) 66
 menu - Pin Code: activation (PIN
CODE) 69
 menu - Pin Code: modification (PIN
CODE) 69
 menu -  the time (CLOCK
SETTING) 79
 menu -  the date (DATE
SETTING) 83
 menu - Service information (SERVICE
INFO) 89
 menu - Backlighting regulation
(BACKLIGHT) 91
 menu - DRL light mode  -
accessory (DRL CONTROL) 92
 menu -  indication
(BATTERY) 93
 menu -  the unit of
measurement (UNITS SETTING) 94
 menu - Turn indicator mode 
(TURN INDICATORS) 98
 menu - Engine rpm digital indication
(RPM) 99
 menu - Bluetooth device  -
accessory (BLUETOOTH) 100
Infotainment — accessory 106
Service indication (SERVICE) 112
OIL SERVICE zero warning 113
ANNUAL SERVICE countdown30
warning 114
ANNUAL SERVICE warning 115
DESMO SERVICE countdown1000
warning 114
DESMO SERVICE indication 117
Warnings / Alarms 118
High engine temperature 121
Engine derating due to oil high
temperature 122
DRL light AUTO / MANUAL indication -
accessory 124
Display of side stand status 125
Errors 126
Light control 127
Immobilizer system 133
Keys 134
Key duplication 135
Restoring motorcycle operation via the PIN
CODE 136
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Controls 140
Position of motorcycle controls 140
Key-operated ignition switch and steering
lock 141
 switch 142
Clutch lever 143
Right-hand switch 145
 twistgrip 146
Front brake lever 147
Rear brake pedal 148
Gear change pedal 149
Adjusting the position of the gearchange
pedal and rear brake pedal 150
Main components and devices 152
Position on the vehicle 152
Tank filler plug 153
Seat lock 154
Side stand 155
USB connection 156
Front fork adjustment 157
Adjusting the rear shock absorber 159
Riding the motorcycle 161
Running-in recommendations 161
Pre-ride checks 163
ABS device 165
 the engine 166
Moving  168
Braking 169
Stopping the motorcycle 171
Parking 172
Refuelling 173
Tool kit and accessories 176
Main use and maintenance
operations 177
Check brake fluid level 177
Changing the air filter 178
Checking brake pads for wear 179
Charging the  180
Lubricating cables and joints 184
Adjusting the  cable 185
Checking drive chain tension 186
Lubricating the drive chain 188
Replacing the headlight bulbs 193
Aligning the headlight 198
Adjusting the rear-view mirrors 200
Tyres 205
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Check engine oil level 208
Cleaning and replacing the spark plugs 209
Cleaning the motorcycle 210
Storing the motorcycle 212
 notes 212
Scheduled maintenance  213
Scheduled maintenance  operations to
be carried out by the dealer 213
Scheduled maintenance  operations to
be carried out by the Customer 217
Technical data 218
Weights 218
Dimensions 219
Fuel, lubricants and other fluids 220
Engine 222
Timing system 223
 data 224
Spark plugs 224
Fuel system 224
Brakes 224
Transmission 226
Frame 227
Wheels 227
Tyres 227
Suspension 227
Exhaust system 227
Available colours 227
Electric system 229
Routine maintenance record 235
Routine maintenance record 235
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Introduction
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 213.
Our highly skilled  have access to special
implements and appropriate equipment required to
 any servicing job at best, and use Ducati
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
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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.
Intended use

This motorcycle is designed for both use on
road and light  road duty. Do not use on
competitive  circuits or extreme jumps.

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 including rider, passenger, luggage and
additional accessories should not exceed 380kg/
837.7lb.
The motorcycle is equipped with M+S category
tyres: Ducati recommends Pirelli Scorpion Rally
tyres.
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
Maximum speed with M+S category tyres
The maximum speed specified for the motorcycle
can be higher than the one allowed for the tyre.
Higher speeds can damage the tyres and cause
accidents. Pay  to the maximum speed
allowed for the tyres. When using tyres 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
tyre: 190 km/h (118 mph) for Pirelli Scorpion Rally
tyres.

When using M+S category tyres, do not exceed
190 km/h (118 mph).

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 

Do not use the crosspiece to  or move the
motorcycle as it is only supposed to be used to
 accessories.
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.
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