Ducati 998 User Manual

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fig. 21.1
Starting the engine
Note
Follow the “High ambient temperature” procedure
to start the engine when it is warm.
Warning
Before starting the engine, become familiar with
the controls you will need to use when riding.
Regular ambient temperature
(10 to 35°C):
1) Move the ignition key to ON (fig. 21.1). Make sure
both the green light N and the red light on the
instrument panel come on.
Important
The oil pressure light should go out a few seconds
after the engine has started (page 11).
Warning
The side stand must be fully up (horizontal position)
as its safety sensor prevents engine start when down.
2) 748/748S Press the button (1, fig. 21.2) on the throttle
control.
2) 998 Move the starter lever (1) to (B) (fig. 21.3).
3) Check that the stop switch (3, fig. 21.4) is positioned
to (RUN), then press the starter button (4).
Let the engine start without using the throttle control.
fig. 21.2
748/748S
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Ducati 998 Specifications

General

Displacement	998 cc
Bore x Stroke	100 x 63.5 mm
Compression Ratio	11.4:1
Transmission	6-speed
Frame	Tubular steel trellis
Front Brakes	2 x 320 mm discs, 4-piston calipers
Seat Height	790 mm (31.1 in)
Engine Type	L-twin, 4-valve per cylinder, Desmodromic
Power	123 hp @ 9, 750 rpm
Front Suspension	Showa 43mm upside-down fork
Rear Suspension	Showa monoshock
Rear Brakes	220 mm disc, 2-piston caliper
Fuel Capacity	17 liters