Ducati 998 User Manual

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Throttle cable adjustment
The throttle twistgrip must have a free play of 1.5-2 mm
measured at the edge of the twistgrip, at all positions of
the handlebars. If it needs adjusting, use the suitable
adjuster (2, fig. 31) provided on the throttle control.
1,5 ÷ 2 mm
2
1
fig. 31
Lubricating cables and joints
The condition of the outer sheath of the throttle/starter
cable should be checked at regular intervals. The sheath
should show no signs of squeezing or cracking.
Work the controls to make sure the cable slides smoothly
inside the sheath: if you feel any friction or hard spots,
have the cable replaced by a Ducati Dealer or Authorized
Workshop.
To prevent these failures, smear the end of the Bowden
cable with SHELL Advance Grease or Retinax LX2 at
regular intervals.
For the throttle cable, it is best to open the device by
unscrewing the two fastening screws (1, fig. 31.1) and
then grease the cable ends and the pulley.
Warning
When refitting the cover, be sure to slide the cable
onto the suitable pulley.
Refit the cover and tighten the screws (1).
To ensure smooth operation of the side stand joint, clean
off any dirt and apply SHELL Alvania R3 at all points
exposed to friction.
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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