Ducati MONSTER S2R 1000 User Manual

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Cleaning and renewing the spark plugs
(fig. 59)
Spark plugs are an important part of the engine and should
be checked at regular intervals.
This is a relatively simple operation and provides a good
indication of how well the engine is running.
Pull the spark plug caps off the spark plugs and remove
the plugs from the cylinder heads using the wrench
supplied in the toolkit.
Check the colour of the ceramic insulation around the
central electrode: an even brown colour is a sign that the
engine is in good condition.
If the insulation is any other colour, or if there are dark
deposits, renew the spark plug and describe the condition of
the old plug to a Ducati dealer or Authorized Service Centre.
Also check the central electrode; if it is worn or glazed,
renew the spark plug.
Check the electrode gap, which must be:
0,6÷0,7 mm.
Important
Take care when bending the side electrode to adjust
the gap. A gap outside the specified limits will adversely
affect engine performance and may lead to difficult
starting or erratic idling.
Thoroughly clean the electrode and insulation using a wire
brush, and check the condition of the washer.
Clean the spark plug socket on the head and take care not
to allow foreign bodies to fall into the combustion chamber.
Insert the spark plug in the cylinder head and screw in fully
by hand. Tighten to a torque of 20 Nm.
If you do not have a torque wrench, tighten the plug by hand,
then give it a further 1/2 turn with the spark plug wrench
supplied in the toolkit.
Important
Do not use spark plugs with an unsuitable heat rating
or incorrect reach.
The spark plug must be tightened correctly.
0,6÷0,7 mm
fig. 59

Ducati MONSTER S2R 1000 Specifications

General

Displacement	992 cc
Bore x Stroke	94 mm x 71.5 mm
Compression Ratio	10:1
Power	95 hp (69.9 kW) @ 8000 rpm
Fuel System	Electronic fuel injection, 45 mm throttle body
Exhaust	2-1-2 system with catalytic converter and lambda probe
Cooling	Air cooled
Transmission	6-speed
Frame	Tubular steel trellis frame
Front Brake	2 x 320 mm discs, 4-piston calipers
Rear Brake	245 mm disc, 2-piston caliper
Front Tire	120/70 ZR17
Rear Tire	180/55 ZR17
Seat Height	800mm (31.5 in)
Engine Type	L-Twin, 2 valves per cylinder Desmodromic
Final Drive	Chain
Front Suspension	Showa 43mm upside-down fork
Rear Suspension	Progressive with preload and rebound Sachs adjustable monoshock
Fuel Capacity	14 liters (3.7 gallons)