User manual DUCATI MONSTER 696

[. . . ] Owner's manual DUCATI MONSTER 696 Use and maintenance manual E 696 1 E 2 Welcome to the world of Ducati enthusiasts!We 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. recommends that you adhere strictly to the instructions in this manual, especially those regarding the running-in period. [. . . ] If starting with a gear engaged, pull in the clutch lever (in this case the sidestand must be up). 50 60 Allow the engine to start on its own, without turning the throttle. 2 E Notes If the battery is flat, the system automatically disables operation of the starter motor. 4) Move the starter lever towards the vertical position (A) to obtain an idle speed of 1400 to 1500 rpm. Important Do not rev the engine when cold. Allow some time for the oil to warm up and reach all points that need lubricating. 5) Then, as the engine warms up, move the cold start lever gradually towards vertical position (A, fig. Once the engine is at normal running speed, it should idle smoothly with the cold start lever completely closed. High ambient temperature (above 35 °C/95 °F): Follow the same procedure for "Normal ambient temperature", but without using the cold start lever. Cold ambient temperature (below 10 °C/50 °F): Follow the procedure for "Normal ambient temperature", but allow up to 5 minutes for the engine to warm up (point 5). 3 fig. 52 61 E Moving off 1) Disengage the clutch by squeezing the control lever. 2) Push down the gearchange lever firmly with the tip of your foot to engage first gear. 3) Raise the engine revs by turning the throttle twistgrip while gradually releasing the clutch lever. 4) Release the clutch lever completely and accelerate. 5) To change up a gear, close the throttle to reduce the engine revs, disengage the clutch, lift the gearchange lever and release the clutch lever. To change down, proceed as follows: release the twistgrip, pull the clutch lever, shortly speed up to help gears synchronize, shift down and release the clutch. Use the controls intelligently and opportunely: when riding uphill, change down immediately when the motorcycle begins to slow down to avoid abnormal strain on the motorcycle frame and the engine. Important Avoid sudden acceleration, as this may lead to misfiring and transmission snatching. The clutch lever should not be held in longer than necessary after a gear is engaged, otherwise friction parts may overheat and wear out. 62 Braking Slow down in time, change down to use the engine brake, then apply both brakes. Pull in the clutch lever before the motorcycle comes to a stop to prevent the engine stalling. E Warning Use both the brake lever and the brake pedal for effective braking. Using only one of the brakes will give you less braking power. Never use the brake controls harshly or suddenly as you may lock the wheels and lose control of the motorcycle. When riding in the rain or on slippery surfaces, braking capacity is significantly reduced. Always use the brakes very gently and carefully when riding under these conditions. Any sudden manoeuvres may lead to loss of control. [. . . ] 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. This warranty does not cover inconvenience or loss of use of the motorcycle or transportation of the motorcycle to or from the Ducati dealer. [. . . ]