Ducati 999 User Manual

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Right switch (fig. 21)
1) Switch, light switch, three positions:
right position = light off;
centre position = front and rear parking lights,
number plate and instrument panel lights on;
left position = headlight, front and rear parking lights,
number plate and instrument panel lights on.
Note
This device is not fitted on the Australia and Japan
versions.
2) Switch for ENGINE STOP, two positions:
position (RUN) = run.
position (OFF) = stop.
Warning
This switch is mainly intended for use in emergency
cases when you need to stop the engine quickly. After
stopping the engine, return the switch to the position
to enable starting.
Important
Riding with the lights on, stopping the engine using
switch (2) and leaving the ignition key in the ON
position, may run the battery flat as the lights will remain
on.
3) Button = engine start.
2
1
3
4
fig. 21
Throttle twistgrip (fig. 21)
The twistgrip (4) on the right handlebar opens the
throttles. When released, it will spring back to the initial
position (idling speed).

Ducati 999 Specifications

General

Compression Ratio	11.4:1
Transmission	6-speed
Fuel Tank Capacity	15.5 l (4.1 US gal)
Rear Suspension	Progressive linkage with fully adjustable Showa monoshock
Front Brakes	2 x 320 mm discs, 4-piston calipers
Rear Brakes	240 mm disc, 2-piston caliper
Tire Front	120/70 ZR 17
Tire Rear	190/50 ZR 17
Engine Type	L-Twin cylinder, 4 valves per cylinder Desmodromic
Bore x Stroke	100 mm x 63.5 mm
Power	104 kW (141 hp) @ 9750 rpm
Torque	110 Nm (81.4 lb-ft) @ 8000 rpm
Front Suspension	Showa 43 mm upside-down fork, fully adjustable