Ducati 996SPS User Manual

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Checking the coolant level (fig. 28.1)
Check the coolant level in the expansion reservoir, on the
LH side of the motorcycle.
The coolant level must be between the MAX and MIN
marks.
Top up if the level is too low.
Remove the l.h. body panel and the fuel tank. Lift the tail
guard and undo the rear screw (2, fig. 28.2). Remove the
tank from its front clamping by pulling the tank
backwards. Move it to the right leaving fuel tubing
connected.
Unscrew the filler (1, fig. 28.1) and add a mixture
consisting of water and antifreeze SHEEL Advance
Coolant or Glycoshell (35-40% of the volume) up to MAX
mark.
Refit the filler (1) and reassemble all removed parts. This
mixture improves operating conditions (coolant will start
freezing at –20°C/–4°F).
Coolant circuit capacity: 3.5 cu dm (liters) / 0.92 US Gall.
fig. 28.2
fig. 28.1

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)