Ducati Superbike 848evo Corse User manual

cod 913.7.205.1A

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ENGLISH
Owner’s manual

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This manual forms an integral part 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 differ from your
motorcycle.
Any and all reproduction or spreading of the contents herein in whole or in part is forbidden. All rights
reserved to Ducati Motor Holding S.p.A. Any request for written authorisation to do so 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. We also
provide an information service for all Ducati owners and enthusiasts for any advice and suggestions you
might need.
Enjoy your ride!

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Foreword
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 short
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 efforts.
It is important that you preserve its quality standard
by strictly observing the maintenance plan and using
genuine spare parts.
This manual provides instructions on minor
maintenance operations.
Major maintenance operations are described in the
Service 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 chart, see page 122.
Our highly skilled staff have access to special
implements and appropriate equipment required to
perform any servicing job at best, and use Ducati
original spare parts 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
partially, will make the warranty null and void
effective immediately.
Improper or poor maintenance, using other than
original spare parts or parts not expressly approved
by Ducati may invalidate your warranty rights and
lead to damage or loss of performance.

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Table of contents
Foreword 3
Safety guidelines 7
Safety alerts 7
Permitted use 8
Rider's obligations 8
Rider training 10
Riding gear 10
Best practices for motorcycle safety 11
Refuelling 13
Carrying the maximum load allowed 14
Dangerous products - warnings 15
Vehicle identification number 17
Engine identification number 18
Instrument panel (Dashboard) 19
Instrument panel 19
LCD unit functions 22
LCD – How to set/display parameters 24
Total distance covered indicator: “Odometer“ 27
Air temperature indicator 28
Vehicle speed indication 29
Engine coolant temperature indicator 30
Trip meter “TRIP A” 31
Trip meter “TRIP B” 32
Distance travelled on fuel reserve: “TRIP FUEL” 33
Service indicator (SERV) 34
Battery voltage indicator (BATT) 35
Engine idle RPM setting (RPM) 36
LAP timer 37
Stored data display (LAP Memory) 39
DDA data acquisition 41
Erase DDA 42
Function for activation/deactivation of DTC (Ducati
Traction Control) 43
Description of the system 43
Activation of the system 44
The functions of the system 44
Routine maintenance 44
DTC (Ducati Traction Control) setting function 45
Tips on how to select the sensitivity level 48
Tips for use on the track 49
Tips for use on the road 49
Quick Shift (DQS ON/OFF) enable / disable
function 50
Clock setting function 51
Instrument panel diagnosis 53
Instrument panel backlighting 59
Headlight “smart” auto-off 59
Headlight “smart” SWITCH-ON 60
The Immobilizer system 61