Ducati 749R User Manual

E
66
Chain tension inspection (fig. 65)
Important
Have the drive chain tensioned up at a Ducati Dealer
or Authorized Workshop.
With the motorcycle on the side stand, use your finger to
press the chain down. Then release the chain and measure
the distance between the chain slider and the centre of the
link pin below it. The reading should be 30-35 mm.
Warning
Correct tightening of the tensioner lock nuts (1) is
essential to rider’s safety.
Important
Improper chain tension will lead to early wear of
transmission parts.
Chain lubrication
The chain fitted on your motorcycle has O-rings that keep
dirt out of and lubricant inside the sliding parts.
The seals might be irreparably damaged if the chain is
cleaned using any solvent other than those specific for O-
ring chains or washed using steam or water jets.
After cleaning, blow the chain dry or dry it using absorbent
material and lubricate with SHELL Advance Chain or
Advance Teflon Chain on each link.
Important
Using non-specific lubricants may lead to severe
damage to chain, front and rear sprocket.
1
A
30 ÷ 35 mm
fig. 65

Ducati 749R Specifications

General

Bore x Stroke	94 mm x 54 mm
Transmission	6-speed
Frame	Tubular steel trellis frame
Exhaust	2-1-2 system with catalytic converter and lambda probe
Final Drive	Chain; front sprocket 15; rear sprocket 39
Front Wheel Travel	120 mm
Front Brakes	2 x 320 mm semi-floating discs, 4-piston calipers
Rear Brakes	245 mm disc, 2-piston caliper
Front Tyre	120/70 ZR17
Rear Tyre	180/55 ZR17
Engine Type	L-Twin cylinder, 4 valve per cylinder desmodromic
Power	89 kW (121 hp) @ 10, 250 rpm
Torque	84 Nm (62 lb-ft) @ 8, 500 rpm
Fuel Injection	Electronic fuel injection, 54 mm throttle bodies
Front Suspension	43 mm upside-down fork
Rear Suspension	Fully adjustable monoshock
Rear Wheel Travel	128 mm
Wheelbase	1, 420 mm
Fuel Capacity	15.5 L (including 3.5 L reserve)