User manual DUCATI GT 1000

[. . . ] Libretto uso e manutenzione Owner's manual Manuel d'utilisation et entretien Anleitungs-und Instandhaltungsheft Use and maintenance manual E GT 1000 1 E 2 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. [. . . ] To top up or change the brake and clutch fluid at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance table (see Warranty Booklet), contact your Ducati Dealer or Authorized Service Centre. Important It is recommended that all brake and clutch hoses be renewed every four years. Brake system If there is excessive play at the brake lever or pedal even though the brake pads are still in good condition, contact a Ducati Dealer or Authorized Service Centre to have the system inspected and any air expelled from the circuit. fig. 33 42 Clutch system If there is too much play at the control lever and the motorcycle jumps or stops when a gear is engaged, this indicates air in the system. Contact a Ducati Dealer or Authorized Service Centre to have the system inspected and the air bled from the system. (MAX) 3 mm MIN Warning The level of clutch fluid tends to increase in the reservoir as the friction material on the clutch plates wears out. Do not exceed the specified level (3 mm above minimum level). E fig. 34 43 Checking the brake pads for wear (fig. 35) Front brake The brake pads are marked with wear indicators so that they can be checked without removing them from the calipers. If the grooves in the pad friction material are still visible, the pad is still in good condition. Rear brake The thickness of the friction material on each pad must be at least 1 mm. 1 mm MIN E Important Have the brake pads replaced at a Ducati Dealer or Authorized Service Centre. 35 44 Lubricating cables and joints The condition of the outer throttle cables should be checked at regular intervals. The sheath should show no signs of kinking or cracking. Operate the control to check that the inner cable slides smoothly inside the outer cable: if you feel any rubbing or catching, have the cable replaced by a Ducati Dealer or Authorized Service Centre. To prevent problems, periodically lubricate the ends of each control cable with SHELL Advance Grease or Retinax LX2. To prevent problems, periodically open the twistgrip housing by unscrewing the two screws (1, fig. 36) and lubricate the ends of each control cable and the races with SHELL Advance Grease or Retinax LX2. 1 E fig. 36 Warning Close the twistgrip housing carefully, inserting the cable in the race. Refit the cover and tighten the screws (1) to 6 Nm. To ensure smooth operation of the pivot on the sidestand, remove any dirt and apply SHELL Alvania R3 to all points subject to friction (fig. 37 45 Adjusting the throttle cable In all handlebar positions, the throttle twistgrip should have free play of 1. 5 to 2 mm mm measured in terms of rotation of the outer circumference of the twistgrip. If this is not the case, adjust the cable by means of the adjusters (1) on the throttle body (fig. 39). 1, 5 ÷ 2 mm Important E To adjust the free play of the throttle twistgrip, contact your Ducati dealer or Authorised Service Centre. 1, 5 ÷ 2 mm fig. 40) Before charging the battery, it is best to remove it from the motorcycle. [. . . ] 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. Inspections, replacement of parts and other services and adjustments required for routine maintenance. Any motorcycle on which odometer mileage has been changed so that actual mileage cannot be readily determined. The liability of Ducati under this Emission Control Systems Warranty is limited solely to the remedying of defects in material or workmanship by an authorized Ducati motorcycle dealer at its place of business during customary business hours. [. . . ]