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Ducati 998
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Shock absorber adjusters 748/748S (fig. 18.1)
The shock absorber has outer adjusters that enable you
to adjust your motorcycle to the load.
The adjuster (1) located on the left side, on the
connection holding the shock absorber to the swingarm,
controls rebound damping.
The adjuster (2) on the shock absorber expansion
reservoir controls compression damping.
Turn the adjusters (1 and 2) clockwise to increase
damping, anticlockwise to reduce it.
STANDARD setting for 748S:
turn the adjusters (1and 2) all the way in (clockwise) then
slacken them 1 turn.
STANDARD setting for 748:
turn the adjusters (1and 2) all the way in (clockwise) then
slacken them 12 clicks.
Two ring nuts (3), located on the top section of the shock
absorber are used to adjust the outer spring preload.
To change spring preload, slacken the upper ring nut.
Then tighten or slacken the lower ring nut to increase
or decrease spring preload as required.
Warning
Use a specific pin wrench only to turn the preload
adjusting nut. Be careful when turning the nut to avoid
hurting your hand hitting motorcycle parts. The pin may
slip out of the nut recess while carrying out such
operation.
The shock absorber is filled with gas under pressure and
may cause severe damage if taken apart by unskilled
persons.
When carrying a passenger and a load, set the rear shock
absorber spring to maximum preload to improve
motorcycle handling and keep safe clearance from the
ground. You may find that rebound damping needs
readjusting.
748
748S
748
748S
fig. 18.1
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Ducati 998 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Displacement998 cc
Bore x Stroke100 x 63.5 mm
Compression Ratio11.4:1
Transmission6-speed
FrameTubular steel trellis
Front Brakes2 x 320 mm discs, 4-piston calipers
Seat Height790 mm (31.1 in)
Engine TypeL-twin, 4-valve per cylinder, Desmodromic
Power123 hp @ 9, 750 rpm
Front SuspensionShowa 43mm upside-down fork
Rear SuspensionShowa monoshock
Rear Brakes220 mm disc, 2-piston caliper
Fuel Capacity17 liters

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