Ducati Scrambler 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 175.
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 7
Safety guidelines 7
Warning symbols used in the manual 7
Intended use 7
Rider's obligations 8
Reporting of safety defects 10
Rider's training 10
Apparel 10
Safety "Best Practices" 11
Refueling 13
Carrying the maximum load allowed 14
Information about carrying capacity 14
Dangerous products - warnings 15
Vehicle identification number 16
Engine identification number 18
Customizations 19
Plate position 28
Noise and exhaust emission control system
information 32
California emission control warranty
statement 32
Your warranty rights and obligations 32
Manufacturer’s warranty coverage 33
Owner's warranty responsibilities 33
California evaporation emission system 34
Ducati limited warranty on emission control
system 35
Instrument panel (Dashboard) 38
Instrument panel 38
Acronyms and abbreviations used in the
Manual 42
Technological Dictionary 43
Function push-buttons 44
Parameter setting/displaying 45
Main functions 50
Motorcycle speed 52
Engine rpm indication (RPM) 53
Menu 1 functions 55
Odometer (TOT) 56
Trip meter 1 (TRIP 1) 57
Trip meter 2 (TRIP 2) 58
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Partial fuel reserve counter (TRIP FUEL) 59
Ambient air temperature (AIR) 61
Errors 62
Error warnings 63
Displayed errors description 64
Clock 68
High engine temperature 69
Service warning (SERVICE) 70
OIL SERVICE zero warning 71
DESMO SERVICE countdown warning 72
DESMO SERVICE warning 73
Setting menu 74
ABS control unit enabling/disabling 77
Battery voltage 80
Instrument panel back-lighting setting
(B.LIGHT) 82
Clock setting function (CLOCK) 84
Pin Code 87
Changing the PIN CODE 91
Setting the unit of measurement 96
Light control 103
Immobilizer system 106
Keys 107
Operation 108
Duplicate keys 109
Entering PIN CODE function for overriding
purposes 110
Controls 114
Position of motorcycle controls 114
Key-operated ignition switch and steering
lock 115
Left-hand switch 116
Clutch lever 117
Right-hand switch 120
Throttle twistgrip 121
Front brake lever 122
Rear brake pedal 123
Gear change pedal 124
Adjusting the position of the gearchange pedal and
rear brake pedal 125
Main components and devices 127
Position on the vehicle 127
Fuel tank plug 128
Seat lock 129
Side stand 130
USB connection 131
Adjusting the rear shock absorber 132
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Riding the motorcycle 134
Running-in recommendations 134
Pre-ride checks 136
ABS 138
Starting the engine 139
Moving off 141
Braking 142
Stopping the motorcycle 144
Parking 145
Refueling 146
Tool kit and accessories 147
Main maintenance operations 148
Check brake fluid level 148
Changing the air filter 149
Checking brake pads for wear 150
Charging the battery 151
Lubricating cables and joints 155
Adjusting the throttle cable 156
Checking drive chain tension 157
Lubricating the drive chain 159
Replacing the headlight bulbs 160
Changing the turn indicator bulbs 163
Aligning the headlight 164
Adjusting the rear-view mirrors 166
Tubeless tires 167
Check engine oil level 169
Cleaning and replacing the spark plugs 171
Cleaning the motorcycle 172
Storing the motorcycle 174
Important notes 174
Scheduled maintenance chart 175
Scheduled maintenance chart: operations to be
carried out by the dealer 175
Scheduled maintenance chart: operations to be
carried out by the customer 179
Technical data 180
Weights 180
Overall dimensions 181
Top-ups 183
Engine 184
Timing system 185
Performance 186
Spark plugs 186
Fuel system 186
Brakes 186
Transmission 187
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Frame 188
Wheels 188
Tires 188
Suspensions 188
Exhaust system 189
Available colors 189
Electric system 191
Routine maintenance record 196
Routine maintenance record 196
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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.
Intended use
Attention
This motorcycle is designed for on-road use,
may be used occasionally on dirt trail. Usage in
conditions for which it was not designed (e.g. heavy
off-road use) can lead to loss of control of the
motorcycle, increasing the risk of a crash.
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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 805lb/ 365kg.
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.
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