Ducati SUPERBIKE 1198 User manual

Owner's manual
1198 / 1198S
DUCATISUPERBIKE

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Use and maintenance manual
1198 / 1198S

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We would like to welcome you among Ducati enthusiasts,
and congratulate you on your excellent choice of motorcycle.
We are sure that you will use your Ducati for longer journeys
as well as short daily trips, but however you use your
motorcycle, Ducati Motor Holding S.p.a wishes you an
enjoyable ride.
We are continuously working to improve our Technical
Assistance service. For this reason, we recommend that you
follow strictly 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 authorized
service centres.
We also provide an information service for all Ducati owners
and enthusiasts for any advice and suggestions you might
need.
Enjoy the ride!
Notes
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 safety and reliability, to avoid invalidating the warranty
and to maintain the value of your motorcycle, use only
original Ducati spare parts.
Warning
This manual is an integral part of the motorcycle and if
ownership of the motorcycle is transferred to a third party,
the manual must be handed over to the new owner.

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ETable of contents
General indications 6
Warranty 6
Symbols 6
Useful road safety information 7
Riding with a full load 8
Identification data 9
Controls 10
Position of the motorcycle controls 10
Instrument panel 11
LCD – Main functions 13
LCD – How to set/display parameters 15
The immobilizer system 45
Code card 46
Immobilizer override procedure 47
Duplicate keys 49
Ignition switch and steering lock 50
Left-hand handlebar switch 51
Clutch lever 52
Right-hand handlebar switch 53
Throttle twistgrip 53
Front brake lever 54
Rear brake pedal 55
Gearchange pedal 55
Adjusting the position of the gearchange and rear brake
pedals 56
Main components and devices 58
Position on motorcycle 58
Fuel tank filler cap 59
Seat lock 60
Sidestand 61
Steering damper 62
Front fork adjusters 63
Shock absorber adjusters 65
Adjusting the rear ride height 67
Riding the motorcycle 69
Running-in recommendations 69
Pre-ride checks 71
Starting the engine 72
Moving off 74
Braking 74
Stopping the motorcycle 75
Parking 75
Refuelling 76
Toolkit and accessories 77
Ducati Data Analyzer with USB (for 1198S only) 78
Main maintenance operations 79
Removal of the fairings 79
Checking and topping up the coolant level 83
Checking the brake and clutch fluid level 84
Checking the brake pads for wear 86
Lubricating cables and linkages 87
Adjustment of the throttle cable free play 88
Charging the battery 89

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Checking the chain tension 90
Lubricating the drive chain 91
Changing the high and low beam bulbs 92
Changing the sidelight bulb 94
Rear turn signals 95
Number plate light 95
Headlight aim 96
Rearview mirror adjustment 97
Tubeless tyres 98
Checking the engine oil level 100
Cleaning and renewing the spark plugs 101
General cleaning 102
Storing the motorcycle 103
Important notes 103
Maintenance 104
Programmed maintenance plan: operations to be carried out
by the dealer 104
Programmed maintenance plan: operations to be carried out
by the customer 107
Technical data 108
Overall dimensions (mm) 108
Weights 108
Engine 110
Timing system 110
Performance data 111
Spark plug 111
Fuel system 111
Brakes 112
Transmission 113
Frame 114
Wheels 114
Tyres 114
Suspension 114
Exhaust system 115
Colour schemes 115
Electrical system 115
Routine maintenance record 120
For United States of America version
Only 121
Reporting of safety defects 121
Safety warnings 121
Noise emission warranty 121
Noise and exhaust emission control system information 121
Tampering warning 122
Riding safety 123
Protective apparel 124
Vehicle identification number (VIN); 124
Label location 125
California evaporation emission system 127
Ducati limited warranty on emission control system 127
Routine maintenance record 130

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EGeneral indications
Warranty
In your own interest, and in order to guarantee product
reliability, you are strongly advised to refer to a Ducati Dealer
or Authorized Workshop 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 familiarise yourself with your motorcycle.
If in doubt, please contact a Ducati Dealer or Authorized
Service Centre. You will find the information in the manual
useful on trips (which Ducati Motor Holding S.p.A. hopes will
be smooth and enjoyable), and it will help you obtain top
performance from your motorcycle 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.
Notes
Additional information about the current operation.
References to the right or left side of the motorcycle
assume you are sitting on the seat, facing forward.

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Useful road safety information
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.
Riders and passengers must always wear appropriate
clothing and a safety helmet.
Do not wear loose clothes or accessories that could become
tangled in the controls or limit your field of vision.
Never start or run the engine in enclosed space.
Exhaust gases are toxic and may lead to loss of
consciousness or even death within a short time.
The rider should keep his/her feet on the footrests when
the motorcycle is in motion.
Always hold the handlebars firmly with both hands so you
will be ready for sudden changes in direction or in the road
surface. The pillion passenger should always hold on to
the strap on the pillion seat with both hands.
Obey the legal requirements and observe national and local
regulations.
Always respect speed limits where these apply, and never
exceed the speed allowed by the particular visibility, road
and traffic conditions.
Always signal your intention to turn or change lane in good
time, using the appropriate turn signals.
Be sure you are clearly visible and avoid riding within the
blind spot of a vehicle in front of you.
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 if leaving 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; so take special care not to touch it with any
part of the 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 sidestand.
Never park on uneven or soft ground, or your motorcycle
may fall over.

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Your motorcycle is designed for travelling over long
distances with a full load in complete safety.
Even weight distribution is critical for maintaining safety
standards, and to avoid getting into difficulties when making
sudden manoeuvres or riding on bumpy roads.
Information on load capacity
The total weight of the motorcycle in running order with
rider, luggage and additional accessories should not exceed
390 kg.
Arrange your luggage or heavy accessories in the lowest
possible position and as close to centre of the motorcycle
as possible.
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.
Check that the tyres are inflated to the pressure indicated
on page 98 and that they are in good condition.

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Identification data
All Ducati motorcycles have two identification numbers,
one for the frame (fig. 1) and one for the engine (fig. 2).
Notes
These numbers indicate the motorcycle model and
should be quoted when ordering spare parts.
Frame number
Engine number
fig. 1
fig. 2

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EControls
Warning
This section shows the position and function of the
controls used to drive the motorcycle. Be sure to read this
information carefully before you use the controls.
Position of the motorcycle controls (fig. 3)
1) Instrument panel.
2) Key-operated ignition switch and steering lock.
3) Left-hand handlebar switch.
4) Clutch lever.
5) Rear brake pedal.
6) Right-hand handlebar switch.
7) Throttle twistgrip.
8) Front brake lever.
9) Gearchange pedal.
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Instrument panel (fig. 4)
1) LCD, (see page 13).
2) Tachometer (rpm).
Indicates engine revs per minute.
3) Neutral (N) indicator (green).
Illuminates when the gearbox is in neutral.
4) Fuel warning light (yellow).
Illuminates when there are approximately 3 litres of fuel left
in the tank.
5) Turn signal indicator light (green).
Illuminates and flashes when the turn signal is in operation.
6) Engine oil pressure warning light (red).
Illuminates when engine oil pressure is too low. This light
should illuminate when the ignition is switched to ON and
should go out a few seconds after the engine starts.
It may come on briefly if the engine is very hot, but
should go out again as engine speed increases.
Important
If this light (6) stays on, stop the engine to avoid
serious damage.
7) High beam warning light (blue).
Illuminates when the high beam headlight is on.
8) “EOBD engine diagnostics light” (amber).
The engine ECU illuminates this light to indicate errors and,
in certain cases, consequent engine lockup.
9) ”Motorcycle diagnostics” light.
Illuminates when the motorcycle diagnostics detects a
problem.
10) OVER REV warning lights.
Indicator light 10A: illuminates steadily at 800 rpm before
intervention of the rev limiter.
Indicator lights 10A + 10B: illuminate steadily 400 rpm before
intervention of the rev limiter.
Indicator lights 10A + 10B + 10C: start flashing when the rev
limiter is reached.
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10B 10C10A
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E11) Traction Control light (fig. 5).
Indicator light 11A: with DTC activated, illuminates when
minimal torque reduction is applied.
Indicator lights 11A + 11B: with DTC activated, illuminates
when low level torque reduction is applied.
Indicator lights 11A + 11B + 11C: with DTC activated,
illuminates when medium level torque reduction is applied.
Indicator lights 11A + 11B + 11C + 11D: with DTC activated,
illuminates when high level torque reduction is applied.
12) 2-position switch A and B (fig. 6).
Switch used for displaying and setting instrument panel
parameters. It has two positions, A “▲” and B “▼”.
13) High beam headlight flasher switch (fig. 6).
The high beam headlight flasher switch is also used for the
LAP and DDA data aquisition functions.
11C11B 11D11A
fig. 5
A
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B
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LCD – Main functions
Warning
Any adjustments to the instrument panel must only be
carried out when the motorcycle is stationary. Never operate
the instrument panel controls while riding the motorcycle.
1) Speedometer.
Indicates road speed.
2) Odometer.
Shows total distance travelled.
3) Trip meter.
Shows the distance travelled since the last reset (TRIP A and
TRIP B).
4) Fuel reserve trip counter.
Shows distance travelled on reserve fuel.
5) Clock.
6) Lap time.
7) Rev counter (RPM).
8) Recording of lap time, maximum speed and
maximum rpm (LAP).
9) Battery voltage indicator (BATT).
10) Air temperature indicator.
11) Coolant temperature indicator.
Indicates engine coolant temperature.
Important
Stop riding if the temperature reaches the maximum
value, otherwise the engine might be damaged.
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The message “SERV” indicates that the service interval has
been reached. The message is displayed only at Key-On
for 5 seconds. The service indicator will be reset at an
authorized Ducati Service Centre during servicing.
13) LAP function.
Indicates that the LAP function has been activated.
14) DDA function.
Indicates that the DDA function has been activated.
15) Ducati Traction Control (DTC).
Indicates activation of the DTC control unit.
Important
The instrument panel incorporates diagnostic functions
for the electronic injection/ignition system. If you accidentally
access a restricted menu, do not under any circumstances
attempt to use it, but turn the ignition key to OFF. In the
case of any problems, contact an authorized Ducati service
centre to carry outthe necessary checks.
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LCD – How to set/display parameters
At key-on (key turned from OFF to ON) the instrument panel
activates all the digits of the LCD for 1 second and switches
on the indicator lights in sequence.
It then reverts to “normal” mode and, in place of motorcycle
speed, shows the model and, for 2 seconds, also the version
(EU, UK, USA, CND, FRA, JAP).
The model is displayed cyclically until the engine is started.
Notes
For the 1198S version with the Ducati Performance kit
“Complete Exhaust” installed, at key-on the instrument
panel will display the message:
Warning
The Ducati Performance kit “Complete Exhaust” is
intended for track use ONLY.
ENGINE OFF ENGINE OFF ENGINE OFF ENGINE OFFENGINE OFF ENGINE RUNNING
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information (de-activating any previously activated functions,
with the exception of the Traction Control function):
Odometer
Air temperature
Clock
Speed
Coolant temperature
Engine rpm
At this point, with switch (1,fig.10)inpositionB“▼”, it is
possible to switch from the Odometer (TOT) display
function to the following functions:
TRIP A
TRIP B
TRIP FUEL (only if active)
DTC (only available if Traction Control is both present and
activated) before returning to the Odometer (TOT) function.
If, however, you press button (1, fig. 10) in position A “▲”,
the system enters MENU mode and displays the following
functions in sequence:
Error (only if at least one error is present)
BATT
RPM
LAP (OFF or ON)
LAP MEM
DDA (OFF or ON)
Erase DDA
DTC OFF/ON (only active if Traction Control is present)
DTC Setup (active only if DTC is activated)
TIME Set
CODE (only if active)
Important
This menu is active only if the speed of the motorcycle
is less than 20 km/h. If this menu is on the display and the
speed of the motorcycle exceeds 20 km/h, the instrument
panel automatically exits the menu and returns to the initial
display. It is possible to exit the menu at any time, however,
by pressing switch (1, fig. 10) in position A “▲” for 3 seconds.
A
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Total distance travelled indicator (odometer)
This function enables display of the total distance travelled.
At Key-On the system automatically enters this function.
The reading is saved permanently and cannot be reset.
If the distance travelled exceeds 99999 km (or 99999 miles),
the value “99999” will be displayed permanently.
vs. EU, CND, FRA, JAP
vs. UK, USA
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This function displays the external air temperature.
Display limits: -39 °C to +124 °C.
In the event of a sensor FAULT (-40 °C, +125 °C or
disconnected) a series of dashes “- - -” is displayed steadily
and the engine diagnostics warning light (8, fig. 4) comes on.
vs. EU, UK, CND, FRA, JAP
vs. USA
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Motorcycle speed
This function displays the motorcycle speed.
The instrument panel receives the actual speed value
(expressed in km/h) from the ECU and displays the value
increased by 8%.
The maximum speed that can be displayed is 299 km/h
(186 mph).
Over 299 km/h (186 mph) the display will show a series of
dashes “- - -“ (steadily lit - not flashing).
vs. EU, CND, FRA JAP
v.s. UK, USA
fig. 13