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DUCATI999/999S
Owner’s manual
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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 Holding
s.p.a wishes you smooth and enjoyable riding.
We are steadily doing our best to improve our “Technical
Assistance” service. For this reason, we recommend you
to strictly follow the indications given in this manual,
especially for motorcycle running-in. In this way, your
Ducati motorbike will surely give you unforgettable
emotions.
For any servicing or suggestions you might need, please
contact our authorized service centres.
Enjoy your ride!
Note
Ducati Motor Holding S.p.A. declines any liability
whatsoever for any mistakes incurred in drawing up this
manual. The information contained herein is valid at the
time of going to print. Ducati Motor Holding S.p.A.
reserves the right to make any changes required by the
future development of the above-mentioned products.
For your safety, as well as to preserve the warranty,
reliability and worth of your motorcycle, use original
Ducati spare parts only.
Warning
This manual forms an integral part of the
motorcycle and - if a transfer of title occurs - must always
be handed over to the new owner.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
General 6
Warranty 6
Symbols 6
Useful information for safe riding 7
Carrying the max load allowed 8
Identification data 9
Controls 10
Position of motorcycle controls 10
Instrument panel 11
LCD - main functions 12
LCD - how to set/display parameters 14
The immobilizer system 20
Keys 20
Code card 21
Procedure to disable immobilizer engine block through
throttle twistgrip 22
Duplicate keys 23
Ignition switch and steering lock 24
Left switch 25
Clutch lever 26
Cold start lever 27
Right switch 28
Throttle twistgrip 28
Front brake lever 29
Rear brake pedal 30
Gear change pedal 30
Adjusting the gear change and rear brake pegs 31
Gear change pedal adjustment 32
Rear brake pedal adjustment 33
Main components and devices 34
Location 34
Tank filler plug 35
Seat/fuel tank adjustment 36
Seat catch and helmet hook 37
Side stand 39
Steering damper 40
Front fork adjusters 41
Shock absorber adjusters 43
Changing motorcycle track alignment 45
Directions for use 47
Running-in recommendations 47
Pre-ride checks 49
Starting the engine 50
Moving off 52
Braking 52
Stopping the motorcycle 53
Parking 53
Refueling 54
Tool kit and accessories 55
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Main maintenance operations 56
Removing the fairing 56
Checking and topping up the coolant level 59
Checking brake and clutch fluid level 61
Checking brake pads for wear 62
Lubricating cables and joints 63
Throttle cable tension adjustment 64
Charging the battery 65
Adjusting steering head angle (999) 67
Adjusting steering head angle (999S) 69
Chain tension inspection 70
Chain lubrication 70
Changing the high and low beam bulbs 71
Changing the parking light bulb 73
Front turn indicators 74
Rear turn indicators 74
Stop light 75
Number plate light 75
Beam setting 76
Rear view mirror adjustment 77
Tubeless tyres 78
Checking engine oil level 80
Cleaning and replacing the spark plugs 82
Cleaning the motorcycle 83
Storing the bike away 84
Important notes 84
Technical data 85
Overall dimensions 85
Weights 85
Top-ups 86
Engine 87
Timing system 87
Performance data 88
Spark plugs 88
Brakes 88
Transmission 89
Frame 90
Wheels 90
Tyres 90
Suspensions 91
Exhaust system 91
Available colours 91
Electric system 92
For United States of America version only 96
Routine maintenance record 105
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GENERAL
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 any servicing
requiring particular technical expertise. Our highly skilled
staff have access to the implements required to perform
any servicing job at best, using 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”.
However, warranty does not apply to the motorcycles
used in competitions. No motorcycle part may be
tampered with, altered, or replaced with parts other than
original Ducati spare parts during the warranty period, or
the warranty will be automatically invalidated.
Symbols
Ducati Motor Holding S.p.A. advises you to read this
manual carefully so as to become familiar with your
motorcycle. In case of any doubts, please call a Ducati
Dealer or Authorized Workshop. The information
contained herein will prove useful on your trips - and
Ducati Motor Holding S.p.A. wishes you smooth,
enjoyable riding - and will help you keep the performance
of your motorcycle unchanged for a long time.
Warning
Failure to comply with these instructions may put
you at risk and lead to severe injury or death.
Important
Possibility of damaging the motorcycle and/or its
components.
Note
Additional information concerning the job being
carried out.
The terms right and left are referred to the motorcycle
viewed from the riding position.
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Useful information for safe riding
Warning
Read this section before riding your motorcycle.
Accidents are frequently due to inexperience. Always
make sure you have your licence with you when riding;
you need a valid licence to be entitled to ride your
motorcycle.
Do not lend your motorcycle to inexperienced riders or
who do not hold a valid licence.
Both rider and pillion passenger must always wear a
safety helmet.
Wear proper clothing, with no loose items or accessories
that may become tangled in the controls or limit your
zone of vision.
Never start or run the engine indoors. Exhaust gases are
poisonous and may lead to loss of consciousness or even
death within a short time.
Both rider and pillion passenger should keep their feet on
the footpegs when the motorcycle is in motion.
Always hold the handlebars firmly with both hands so
you will be ready for sudden changes of direction or in
the road surface. The pillion passenger should always
hold on to the suitable belt on the rear seat with both
hands.
Ride within the law and observe national and local rules.
Always respect speed limits where these are posted.
However, always adjust your speed to the visibility, road
and traffic conditions you are riding in.
Always signal your intention to turn or pull to the next
lane in good time using the suitable turn indicators.
Be sure you are clearly visible and do not ride within the
blind spot of vehicles ahead.
Be very careful when tackling road junctions, or when
riding in the areas near exits from private grounds, car
parks or on slip roads to access motorways.
Always turn off the engine when refueling.
Be extremely careful not to spill fuel on the engine or on
the exhaust pipe when refueling.
Do not smoke when refueling.
While refueling, you may inhale noxious fuel vapors.
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 when you leave your motorcycle
unattended.
The engine, exhaust pipes, and mufflers stay hot for a
long time.
Warning
The exhaust system might be hot, even after
engine is switched off; pay particular attention not to
touch exhaust system with any body part and do not park
the vehicle next to inflammable material (wood, leaves
etc.).
Park your motorcycle where no one is likely to hit it and
use the side stand.
Never park on uneven or soft ground or your motorcycle
may fall over.
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Carrying the maximum load allowed
Your motorcycle is designed for long-distance riding,
carrying the maximum load allowed in full safety.
Even weight distribution is critical to preserving safety
features and avoiding trouble when performing sudden
manoeuvres or riding on bumpy roads.
Information about carrying capacity
The total weight of the motorcycle in running order
including rider, pillion passenger, luggage and additional
accessories should not exceed 375 Kg.
Arrange your luggage or heavy accessories in the lowest
possible position and close to motorcycle centre.
Be sure to secure the luggage to the supports provided
on the motorcycle as firmly as possible. Improperly
secured luggage may affect stability.
Never fix bulky or heavy objects to the handlebar or to
the front mud guard as this would affect stability and
cause danger.
Do not insert any objects you may need to carry into the
gaps of the frame as these may foul moving parts.
Make sure the tyres are inflated to the proper pressure
indicated at page 78 and that they are in good condition.
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Identification data
All Ducati motorcycles have two identification numbers,
for frame (fig. 1.1 and fig. 1.2) and engine (fig. 2).
Frame number
Engine number
Note
These numbers identify the motorcycle model and
are required when ordering spare parts.
fig. 2
fig. 1.1
fig. 1.2
999
999S
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CONTROLS
Warning
This section details the position and function of all
the controls you need to drive your motorcycle. Be sure
to read this information carefully before you use the
controls.
Position of motorcycle controls (fig. 3)
1) Instrument panel.
2) Key-operated ignition switch and steering lock.
3) Left switch.
4) Clutch lever.
5) Cold start control.
6) Right switch.
7) Throttle twistgrip.
8) Front brake lever.
9) Gear change pedal.
10) Rear brake pedal.
fig. 3
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Instrument panel (fig. 4)
1) LCD (see page 12).
2) Engine revolution meter (rpm)
Indicates engine rpm.
3) Neutral light N (green).
Comes on when gearbox is in neutral.
4) Low fuel light (yellow).
Comes on when there are about 3 liters fuel left in the
tank.
5) Turn indicator light (green).
Comes on and flashes when a turn indicator is on.
6) Engine oil pressure light (red).
Comes on when engine oil pressure is too low. It comes
on when the ignition is switched to ON and normally
goes out a few seconds after engine starts.
It may shortly come on when the engine is hot, however,
it should go out as the engine revs up.
Important
If this light (6) stays on, stop the engine or it may
suffer severe damage.
7) High beam light (blue).
Comes on when high beam is on.
fig. 4
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8) EOBD light (amber)
The engine control unit turns on this light permanently to
indicate an error leading to engine block.
The light doubles as an indicator for the immobilizer
override procedure using the throttle twistgrip.
When no errors are present, the light should come on
when the ignition switch is set to ON and should go out
after a few seconds (normally after 1.8 – 2 sec.).
9) Gear change threshold light (red)
Indicates that control unit has activated the injection
limiter. The lower portion of the light comes on 200 rpm
below injection limiter switch-on rpm; the top portion of
the light comes on 100 rpm below injection limiter
switch-on rpm.
10) Control buttons
These buttons are used to display and set instrument
panel parameters.
LCD – Main functions
Warning
Stop the motorcycle before using the instrument
panel controls. Never operate the instrument panel
controls while riding.
1) Speedometer
Gives road speed.
2) Odometer
Gives total distance covered.
3) Trip meter
Gives distance covered since last resetting.
4) Clock.
5) Lap time.
6) Lap top speed recording.
7) Battery voltage indicator.
8) Air temperature indicator.
9) Consumption indicator.
10) Coolant temperature indicator.
Gives engine coolant temperature.
Important
Stop riding if the temperature reaches the max.
value, otherwise the engine might damage.
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11) Maintenance counter.
This light comes on upon reaching the mileage specified
for preventive maintenance. The light will keep flashing
until the motorcycle covers the next 50 km and then will
stay on permanently until the counter is reset at an
DUCATI Authorized Workshop within the preventive
maintenance procedure.
12) Immobilizer indicator.
The indicator stays on when key code is wrong or is not
acknowledged, and will flash after the immobilizer has
been overridden using the throttle twistgrip (see page
22).
Important
The instrument panel is part of the on-board
electronic injection/ignition system diagnostics. The
relevant menus are for use by trained personnel only. If
you accidentally access this function, turn the key to OFF
and have the motorcycle inspected at an authorized
Ducati Service Center.
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fig. 5
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LCD – How to set/display parameters
When the key is turned from OFF to ON, the instrument
panel runs a check-up routine of all instruments
(pointers, display, lights) (See fig. 7).
Calling up the left display functions (A).
Press the button (1) (fig. 6) with the key turned to ON to
cycle through trip meter, odometer and lap time
indication.
Calling up the right display functions (B)
Press the button (2) (fig. 6) with the key turned to ON to
cycle through battery voltage, air temperature and
consumption indication.
OFF CHECK 1 CHECK 2 ON
fig. 7
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B
A
1
fig. 6
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Clock setting
Hold down the button (1) for at least 2 seconds.
Press the button (2) to select AM/PM. Press the button
(1) to confirm selection and enter hours setting mode.
Set hours using the button (2). Press the button (1) to
confirm and enter minutes setting mode.
Set minutes using the button (2). Press the button (1) to
confirm and exit the clock setting mode.
Resetting the trip meter
Select TRIP indication in the display (3). Hold down the
button (2) for at least 2 seconds to reset displayed trip
meter indication.
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3
fig. 8
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Setting special function (vehicle model and units of
measurement)
The engine control unit transmits the correct vehicle
model and unit measurement information automatically
for the instrument panel to display. To force a change of
these parameters, turn the key from OFF to ON while
holding down both buttons (1) and (2).
Press the button (1) to scroll through available
configurations.
To store your selection, hold down the button (2) for 5
seconds, until the display will read OFF. Set the key to
OFF.
Note
The dotted boxes in the figure are the display areas
for vehicle version (normal, R or S).
Lap time recording (fig. 10 and 11)
This function lets you record lap time and displays top
speed and engine rpm during that lap.
Select the LAP mode in the display (A) (see page 14).
Press the engine start button (5) while riding to start the
on-board chronometer. Pressing the button (5) again will
stop the chronometer.
fig. 9
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Note
In the LAP mode, the engine may not be started
using the starter button (5).
After measuring lap times, up to 19 times may be
retrieved and displayed on the LCD. Pressing the button
(1) will scroll through recorded times. The instrument
panel provides the following information:
- Lap number (6)
- Top engine rpm (7) during selected lap
- Lap time (4)
- Top speed (8) during that lap.
Note
The tachometer reads a speed higher than the
actual one, on average there is 8% difference. Maximum
speed stored on the LCD is the actual speed of the
vehicle during the lap concerned.
To wipe off recorded lap times, hold down the button (2)
for over 5 seconds.
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fig. 10
5
fig. 11
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Coolant temperature function (fig. 12 and 13)
When coolant temperature drops below -40 °C/-40 °F,
some flashing dots appear on the display and the amber
EOBD light comes on (8, fig. 4).
When coolant temperature is between -39 °C /-38.2 °F
and +45 °C/+113 °F or between +120 °C/+248 °F and
+124 °C/+255.2 °F, the display provides a flashing
temperature indication.
When coolant temperature is between +46° C/+114.8 °F
and +119 °C/+246.2 °F, temperature indication stays on
permanently.
When coolant temperature exceeds +125 °C/+257 °F, a
flashing 125 °C/257 °F temperature indication appears on
the display, and the amber EOBD light comes on (8, fig.
4).
- 39
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C
- 40
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+ 46
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C
+ 45
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C
+ 119
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C
+ 120
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C
+ 124
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C
+ 125
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C
fig. 12
fig. 13
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Warning lights brilliancy
Warning lights brilliancy is automatically adjusted by the
instrument panel depending on the quantity of outer
light detected.
Backlighting
Instrument panel backlighting is on only if the parking
lights or the low/high beams are turned on.
In this case the instrument panel, thanks to some
sensors measuring ambient temperature and light
intensity, can automatically turn the backlighting on or
off.
Lights self-disabling
This function allows a lower voltage consumption from
the battery, by automatically switching off the headlight.
The device is triggered in two cases:
- in the first case, if you turn the key from OFF to ON
and do not start the engine within 60 Sec. the
headlight is turned off and will be turned on again only
at next key OFF/ key ON.
- in the second case, after the daily use of the vehicle
with the lights on, if the engine is killed via the RUN-
STOP button on the RH switch.
In this case, after 60 Sec. from engine killing, the
headlight will be turned off and will be turned on again
only upon next engine starting.
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The immobilizer system
For improved anti-theft protection, the motorcycle is
equipped with an IMMOBILIZER, an electronic system
that inhibits engine operation whenever the ignition
switch is turned off.
Accommodated in the handgrip of each ignition key is an
electronic device that modulates an output signal. This
signal is generated by a special antenna incorporated in
the switch when the ignition is turned on and changes
every time. The modulated signal acts as a “password”
and tells the CPU that an "authorised" ignition key is
being used to start up the engine. When the CPU
recognises the signal, it enables engine start-up.
Keys (fig. 14)
The Owner receives a set of keys comprising:
- 1 RED key A
- 2 BLACK keys B
Warning
Red key A has a rubber cover for preserving it in
perfect conditions and avoiding contact with other keys.
Never remove this protection unless really needed.
The keys B are regular ignition keys and are used to:
- start up the engine
- open the lock of the fuel tank filler plug
- open the seat lock (Biposto).
The key A performs the same functions as the keys B,
and is also used to wipe off and re-program other black
keys, if needed.
Note
The three keys have a small plate (1) attached that
reports their identification number.
Warning
Keep the keys in different places. Store the plate
(1) and the key A in a safe place.
It is also recommended to use always the same black
key to use the bike.
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B
A
fig. 14
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