User manual DUCATI 996S

[. . . ] Owner's manual DUCATI996S 1 2 Hearty welcome among Ducati fans!Please accept our best compliments for choosing a Ducati motorcycle. We think you will ride your Ducati motorcycle for long journeys as well as short daily trips. Ducati Motor s. p. a wishes you smooth and enjoyable riding. [. . . ] To ensure smooth operation of the side stand joint, clean off any dirt and apply SHELL Alvania R3 at all points exposed to friction. MIN yy ;; yy ;; yy ;; yy ;; yy ;; yy ;; yy ;; yy ;; yy ;; fig. 30 44 Throttle cable adjustment The throttle twistgrip must have a free play of 1. 5 - 2 mm/ 0. 06-0. 09 in. measured at the edge of the twistgrip, at all positions of the handlebars. If it needs adjusting, use the suitable adjuster (2, fig. 31) provided on the throttle control. 2 1, 5 ÷ 2 mm 1 fig. 31 45 Checking battery electrolyte level (fig. body panel to check battery liquid level (see page 39). Battery liquid level must be maintained between the maximum (UPPER LEVEL) and minimum (LOWER LEVEL) marks on battery front. If battery liquid level is too low, remove the caps (1) and top up carefully with distilled water up to the upper level line, using a small syringe or a plastic funnel. When adding distilled water, make sure the breather tube (2) is connected to battery breather outlet. The breather tube must be so placed that it does not kink or twist. Important Add only distilled water to the battery. A kinked or twisted breather tube may lead to overpressure and damage the battery. Warning The battery contains sulphuric acid (electrolyte). Avoid contact with skin and eyes as it may cause severe burns. If you spill some electrolyte on your skin, wash the affected area with abundant water and seek medical advice. Electrolyte is poisonous: if you swallow it accidentally, drink abundant milk or water, eat some magnesia, scrambled eggs or drink vegetable oil and seek medical advice without delay. 46 Always wear adequate protective clothing and a visor when handling the battery. Never use lighters, matches or similar to check the battery liquid level. Never invert cable connection. Charging the battery (fig. 32) Before charging the battery, it is best to remove it from the motorcycle. body panel (page 39), undo the screw (3) and remove the upper bracket. [. . . ] Ducati will reimburse the owner for the expenses, including diagnosis, not to exceed Ducati's suggested retail price for all warranted parts replaced and labor charges based on Ducati's recommended time allowance for the warranty repair and the geographically appropriate hourly labor rate. The owner may be required to keep receipts and failed parts in order to receive compensation. 77 II. Limitations This Emission Control System Warranty shall not cover any of the following: A. Repair or replacement required as a result of (1) accident, (2) misuse, (3) repairs improperly performed or replacements improperly installed, (4) use of replacement parts or accessories not conforming to Ducati specifications which adversely affect performance and/or (5) use in competitive racing or related events. [. . . ]