Tips on how to select the intervention level
Excellent operation of the DTC system, for all
available levels, is ensured only with OE tyres and/or
with the ones recommended by Ducati. In
OE tyres for this motorcycle are indicated in the
“Technical specifications” section of this manual. The
use of tyres of size and characteristics to
the original tyres may alter the operating
characteristics of the system thus making it unsafe.
It is recommended not to install tyres of
size than the ones approved for your vehicle.
Note
Thanks to Pirelli, a tyre dedicated to this
motorcycle has been developed, with exclusive
construction features that enhance its
characteristics and guarantee the best
If level 8 is selected, the DTC will kick in at the
slightest hint that the rear wheel is to spin.
Between level 8 and level 1 there are other 6
intermediate levels. DTC intervention gradually
decreases from level 8 to level 1.
Levels 1 and 2 are specifically designed for track use.
The choice of the correct level depends on 3 main
variables:
1) The grip (type of tyre, amount of tyre wear, the
road/track weather conditions, etc.)
2) The characteristics of the path (bends all taken
at similar speeds or at very speeds)
3) The riding mode (whether the rider has a
"smooth" or a "rough" style)
Level depends on grip conditions
The choice of level depends greatly on the
grip conditions of the track/path (see below, tips for
use on the track and on the road).
Poor grip requires a higher level that ensures a more
aggressive DTC intervention.
Level depends on type of path
If the path features bends all taken at similar speeds,
it will be easier to find a level suitable for all bends;
while a path with bends all requiring speeds
will require a DTC level that is the best
compromise for all bends.
Level depends on riding style
The DTC will tend to kick in more with a "smooth"
riding style, where the motorcycle is leaned over
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