Ducati 999 Owner's Manual

1EDUCATI999Owner’s manual

10ECONTROLSWarningThis section details the position and function of allthe controls you need to drive your motorcycle. Be sureto read this information

856937421101011EInstrument panel (fig. 4)1) LCD (see page 12).2) Engine revolution meter (rpm)Indicates engine rpm.3) Neutral light N (green).Comes on

12E8) EOBD light (amber)The engine control unit turns on this light permanently toindicate an error leading to engine block.The light doubles as

13E11) Maintenance counter.This light comes on upon reaching the mileage specifiedfor preventive maintenance. The light will keep flashinguntil the mo

14ELCD – How to set/display parametersWhen the key is turned from OFF to ON, the instrumentpanel runs a check-up routine of all instruments(pointers,

15EClock settingHold 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 ent

16ESetting special function (vehicle model and units ofmeasurement)The engine control unit transmits the correct vehiclemodel and unit measurement inf

17ENoteIn the LAP mode, the engine may not be startedusing the starter button (5).After measuring lap times, up to 19 times may beretrieved and displa

18ECoolant temperature function (fig. 12 and 13)When coolant temperature drops below -40 °C/-40 °F,some flashing dots appear on the display and the am

19EThe immobilizer systemFor improved anti-theft protection, the motorcycle isequipped with an IMMOBILIZER, an electronic systemthat inhibits engine o

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20ECode cardThe keys come with a CODE CARD (fig. 15) that reports:A) (fig. 16) the electronic code to be used in case ofengine block, i.e. bike did no

21EProcedure to disable immobilizer engine blockthrough throttle twistgrip1) Turn the key to ON and fully open throttle. Keep itopen. The EOBD warning

22EOperationWhen the ignition key is turned to OFF, the immobilizerinhibits engine operation.When the ignition key is turned back to ON to start theen

23EIgnition switch and steering lock (fig. 17)It is located in front of the fuel tank and has fourpositions:A) ON: lights and engine on;B) OFF: lights

24ELeft switch (fig. 18)1) Dip switch, light dip switch, two positions:position = low beam on;position = high beam on.2) Switch =

25EClutch lever (fig. 19)Lever (1) disengages the clutch. It features a dial adjuster(2) for lever distance from the twistgrip on handlebar. Lever dis

26EA1Bfig. 20Cold start lever (fig. 20)Use this device to start the engine from cold. It willincrease the engine idling speed after starting.Lever po

27ERight switch (fig. 21)1) Switch, light switch, three positions:right position = light off;centre position = front and rear parking li

28EFront brake lever (fig. 22)Pull in the lever (1) towards the twistgrip to operate thefront brake. The system is hydraulically operated and youjust

29ERear brake pedal (fig. 23)Push down on the pedal (1) with your foot to operate therear brake. The system is hydraulically operated.Gear change peda

3EHearty welcome among Ducati fans! Please accept ourbest compliments for choosing a Ducati motorcycle. Wethink you will ride your Ducati motorcycle f

Adjusting the gear change and rear brake pegsNoteThe position of the gear change and rear brakepedals may be changed by using different combinationsof

31E21 3fig. 26Gear change pedal adjustment (fig. 26)Gear change pedal position relative to the footpeg maybe adjusted to suit rider preferences.There

32E213456fig. 27Rear brake pedal adjustment (fig. 27)To set the rear brake pedal, loosen check nut (1).Turn pedal travel adjusting screw (2) until ped

33EMAIN COMPONENTS AND DEVICESLocation (fig. 28)1) Tank filler plug.2) Seat catch (Biposto).3) Side stand.4) Hook for helmet fastening cable (Biposto)

34ETank filler plug (fig. 29)OpeningLift the protection lid (1) and fit the ignition key into thelock. Turn the key clockwise 1/4 turn to unlock. Lift

35ESeat/fuel tank adjustment (Monoposto)On the single-seater version, the complete seat-fuel tank-tail guard assembly can be adjusted by sliding forwa

36E211100Seat catch and helmet hook (Biposto)Opening (fig. 31.1 and 31.2) Fit the ignition key into the lock (1) and turn the keyclockwise until you h

37EClosing (fig. 32)Slide the hooks at the front bottom end of the seatunderneath the frame cross tube.Press on the passenger seat until you hear the

38ESide stand (fig. 33)ImportantBefore lowering the side stand, make sure that thebearing surface is hard and flat.Do not park on soft or pebbled grou

39EFront fork adjustersThe front fork has rebound, compression dampingadjusters and spring preload adjuster.This adjustment is done using the outer ad

4ETABLE OF CONTENTSGeneral 6Warranty 6Symbols 6Useful information for safe riding 7Carrying the max load allowed 8Identification data 9Con

40ESTANDARD factory setting is as follows:compression: 8 clicks;rebound: 8 clicks. To change the preload of the spring inside each fork leg,turn the h

41EShock absorber adjusters (fig. 37)The rear shock absorber has outer adjusters that enableyou to adjust your motorcycle to the load.The adjuster (1)

42EChanging motorcycle track alignment (fig. 38)Motorcycle track alignment is the result of tests carriedout under different riding conditions by our

43EDIRECTIONS FOR USERunning-in recommendationsMax. rotation speed (fig. 40)Rotation speed for running-in period and during standarduse (rpm):1) up to

44Efig. 40After 2500 kmAfter running-in, never exceed the following valuesduring the motorcycle standard use:10000 rpm.Strict observance of running-in

45EPre-ride checksWarningFailure to carry out these checks before riding, maylead to motorcycle damage and injury to rider andpassenger.Before riding,

46ELOCKPIGNITIONPUSHOFFONONfig. 41Starting the engineNoteFollow the “High ambient temperature” procedureto start the engine when it is warm.WarningBef

47E322) Move the cold start lever (1) to (B) (fig. 42).3) Check that the stop switch (2, fig. 41) is positioned to(RUN), then press the starter button

48EMoving off1) Disengage the clutch squeezing the control lever.2) Push down on gear change lever sharply with the tipof your foot to engage the firs

49EStopping the motorcycle If you let go of the throttle twistgrip, the motorcycle willslow down gradually and smoothly. Then, shift downreleasing the

5EMain maintenance operations 52Removing the fairing 52Checking and topping up the coolant level 55Checking brake and clutch fluid level 57Chec

50ERefueling (fig. 44)Never overfill the tank when refueling. Fuel should neverbe touching the rim of filler recess.WarningUse fuel with low lead cont

51ETool kit and accessories (fig. 45 and 46)Stored in a compartment inside the right fairing panel are:An Owner’s manual;A helmet fastening cable;A to

52EMAIN MAINTENANCE OPERATIONSRemoving the fairingSome servicing operations need the motorcycle fairing tobe removed.WarningFirmly and properly secure

53E5NoteWhen refitting the fairings, make sure that the frontlocating lug (5) becomes correctly seated into the hole inthe headlamp fairing.NoteTo ref

54EHeadlamp fairingNoteThe rear-view mirrors and side body panels mustfirst be removed as described above to allow removal ofthe headlamp fairing.Pull

55EChecking and topping up the coolant level (fig. 52)Check the coolant level in the expansion reservoir, on theRH side of the motorcycle. The coolant

56ERemove right fairing (page 52).Unscrew the filler (3, fig. 53) and add a mixtureconsisting of water and antifreeze SHELL AdvanceCoolant or Glycoshe

57EMINChecking brake and clutch fluid levelFluid level should never fall below the MIN mark oneach reservoir (fig. 54) (figure shows front and rear

58EChecking brake pads for wear (fig. 55)To facilitate inspection without removing the pads fromthe calipers, brake pads have a wear mark. If the groo

59ELubricating cables and jointsThe condition of the outer sheath of the throttle/cold startcables should be checked at regular intervals. The sheaths

6EGENERALWarrantyIn your own interest, and in order to guarantee productreliability, you are strongly advised to refer to a DucatiDealer or Authorized

60EThrottle cable tension adjustmentThe throttle twistgrip must have a free play of 1.5-2.0mm measured at the edge of the twistgrip, at allpositions

61ECharging the battery (fig. 59)Before charging the battery, it is best to remove it fromthe motorcycle.Remove the l.h. body panel (page 52), undo th

62E2314Adjusting steering head angleBefore changing steering head angle, you must firstremove the steering damper. Unscrew the retainingscrews (1 and

63E1AIf you wish to set steering head angle at 23° 30’, matchthe last hole at the front end of the steering lock peg (3)with the mounting hole in the

64EChain tension inspection (fig. 63)ImportantHave the drive chain tensioned up at a DucatiDealer or Authorized Workshop.When tension is correct, the

65E1HILOLOUSAHIUSA23Changing the high and low beam bulbsBefore replacing a burnt-out bulb, make sure that thenew one complies with voltage and wattage

66E545551NoteMain wiring harness cable does not need to bedisconnected to replace the headlamp bulbs. NoteBe careful to hold the new bulb at the base

67EFront turn indicators (fig. 68)NoteThe rear-view mirror and incorporated turn indicatorare shown detached from the headlamp fairing tosimplify illu

68EStop light (fig. 70)To replace the stop and parking light bulbs, unscrew thetwo screws (1) that secure the cover (2). The cover (2)has two retaini

69Efig. 7210 m 910xxBeam setting (fig. 72)When checking the beam setting, put the motorcycleupright. Tyres should be inflated at the correct pressurea

7EUseful information for safe ridingWarningRead this section before riding your motorcycle.Accidents are frequently due to inexperience. Alwaysmake su

70EThe vertical position of the headlamp is set by means ofthe adjusting knobs (1, fig. 73) on the left side of theheadlamp. Rotate the knobs clockwis

71ETubeless tyresTyre pressureFront:2.1 bar - 2.3 Kg/sq cm Rear:2.2 bar - 2.4 Kg/sq cmAs tyre pressure is affected by temperature and altitudevariatio

72Efig. 75Minimum tread depthMeasure tread depth (S, fig. 75) at the point where treadis most worn down. It should not be less than 2 mm andanyway not

73E–10UnigradeMultigrade010203040°C4020W–40 20W–5015W–40 15W–5010W–4010W–3010W20W2030Checking engine oil level (fig. 76)Engine oil level can be ch

74ECleaning and replacing the spark plugs (fig. 77)Spark plugs are essential to smooth engine running andshould be checked at regular intervals. Spark

75EWarningLoss of braking may occur immediately afterwashing the motorcycle. Never grease or lubricate thebrake discs. Loss of braking and further acc

76EStoring the bike awayIf the motorcycle is to be left unridden over long periods,it is advisable to carry out the following operations beforestoring

77ETECHNICAL DATAOverall dimensions (mm) (fig. 78)fig. 78209673012514207801090WeightsDry weight:197 KgCarrying full load:375 Kg.WarningFailure to obse

78ETop-ups Type of fluid cu dm (liters)Fuel tank, including a reserve Unleaded fuel 15.5of 3 cu dm (liters) 95 fuel octane rating (at least)Oil sump a

79E61 2 375 4fig. 79EngineTwin cylinder, four-stroke, 90° “L” type, longitudinal.Bore:100 mmStroke:63.5 mmTotal displacement:998 cu.cm.Compression rat

8ECarrying the maximum load allowed Your motorcycle is designed for long-distance riding,carrying the maximum load allowed in full safety.Even weight

80EType:34-4 pistons.Friction material:TOSHIBA TT 2172Master cylinder type:PR 18.Rear brake With fixed drilled steel disc.Disc diameter:240 mmHydrauli

81ETransmissionDry clutch operated by a control lever on left handlebar.Drive is transmitted from engine to gearbox main shaftvia spur gears.Front spr

82EWheelsFive-Y-spoke, light-alloy rims.Front wheelDimensions:3.50x17"Rear wheelDimensions:5.50x17" The wheel shaft can be removed. TyresFro

83ESuspensionsFront Hydraulic upside-down fork provided with outer adjusterfor rebound, compression, and preload (for inner springsof fork legs).Stanc

84EFusesThe main fuse box (1, fig. 80) is located betwen headlightmount and headlight fairing. To expose the fuses, take offthe box protective cover.

85E1ABC D32EFfig. 80fig. 814 4IN GOOD CONDITIONINTEGROBLOWNQUEMADOfig. 82

86ELegend of the wiring diagram of electricsystem/injection01 Right switch02 Key-operated switch03 Left electric fan04 Right electric fan05 Starter mo

87EWire color codingB BlueW WhiteV VioletBk BlackY YellowR RedLb Light blue Gr GreyG Green Bn Brown O Orange P PinkLegend of fuse boxes (fig. 80 and

88EUSAFOR UNITED STATES OF AMERICA VERSIONONLY Reporting of safety defectsIf you believe that your vehicle has a defect which couldcause a crash or co

89EUSAmade except idle speed adjustments with the throttlestop screw. The Exhaust Emission Control System isseparate from the crankcase emission contr

9EIdentification dataAll Ducati motorcycles have two identification numbers,for frame (fig. 1) and engine (fig. 2).Frame numberEngine numberNoteThese

90EUSARiding safetyThe points given below are applicable for every daymotorcycle use and shoud be carefully observed for safeand effective vehicle ope

91EUSAThe exhaust system becomes very hot during operation,never touch the exhaust system. Wear clothing that fullycovers your legs. Do not wear loose

92EUSALabel location (fig. B)111 11 65923874 102fig. B● only for California

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94EUSADucati limited warranty on emission controlsystemDucati North America, Inc., 237 West Parkway, PomptonPlains, New Jersey 07444-1028 warrants tha

95EUSAparts replaced and labor charges based on Ducati’srecommended time allowance for the warranty repair andthe geographically appropriate hourly la

96EUSAtransportation of the motorcycle to or from the Ducatidealer. Ducati shall not be liable for any other expenses,loss or damage, whether direct,

97EUSAROUTINE MAINTENANCE RECORDkm Ducati Mileage DateService Name10001000020000300004000050000

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