Ducati 996SPS User Manual

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Main maintenance operations 40
Removing the fairing 40
Cleaning and changing air filters 42
Checking the coolant level 43
Checking brake and clutch fluid level 44
Checking brake pads for wear 45
Lubricating cables and joints 46
Throttle cable adjustment 46
Charging the battery 47
Adjusting headstock angle 48
Chain tension inspection 49
Chain lubrication 49
Replacing bulbs 50
Beam setting 53
Tubeless tyres 54
Checking engine oil level 56
Cleaning and replacing the spark plugs 57
Cleaning the motorcycle 58
Storing the bike away 58
Important notes 58
Technical data 59
Performance data 59
Overall dimensions 59
Weights 59
Top-ups 60
Engine 61
Timing system 61
Spark plugs 61
Valve clearances 62
Ignition – injection 63
Fuel system 64
Lubrication 65
Cooling system 66
Brakes 67
Transmission 68
Frame 69
Wheels 69
Tyres 69
Suspensions 70
Electric system 70
Routine maintenance record 75

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)