Ducati 996SPS User Manual

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Steering damper (fig. 16)
The steering damper is before the tank and is secured to
the frame and the steering head.
It gives improved steering accuracy and stability, thus
also improving motorcycle road behavior under any riding
conditions.
Turn the knob (1) clockwise for a harder setting (2),
counter clockwise for a softer setting (3).
A click identifies the different settings.
Warning
Never attempt to set knob (1) while riding, or you
may lose control of the motorcycle.
Important
In case the steering damper position is changed,
the steering damper must be adjusted (see page 48).
fig. 16

Ducati 996SPS Specifications

General

Displacement	996 cc
Bore x Stroke	98 x 66 mm
Compression Ratio	11.5:1
Transmission	6-speed
Frame	Tubular steel trellis frame
Front Tire	120/70 ZR17
Rear Tire	190/50 ZR17
Seat Height	790 mm (31.1 in)
Engine Type	Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, L-twin cylinder, DOHC, Desmodromic 4 valves per cylinder
Power	123 hp @ 9, 500 rpm
Fuel System	Electronic fuel injection, 50 mm throttle bodies
Front Suspension	Showa upside-down fork, fully adjustable
Rear Suspension	Öhlins fully adjustable monoshock
Front Brakes	Dual 320 mm discs, 4-piston calipers
Rear Brakes	220 mm disc, 2-piston caliper
Dry Weight	198 kg
Fuel Capacity	17 liters
Top Speed	270 km/h (168 mph)