The Ducati Traction Control system (DTC) supervises
the rear wheel slipping control and vary
through eight levels that are calibrated to
a tolerance level to rear wheel
slipping. Each Riding Mode features a pre-set
intervention level. Level 8 indicates system
intervention whenever a slight slipping is detected,
while level 1 is for use and very riders
because it is less sensitive to slipping and
intervention is hence
DTC is a rider aid that can be used on the track,
on the road and road. The system is designed to
make riding easier and to enhance safety, but in no
way relieves the rider of the obligation to drive
responsibly and to maintain a high standard of riding
in order to avoid accidents, whether caused by his
own errors or those of other road users, through
making emergency manoeuvres, in accordance with
the prescriptions of the road code.
The rider must always be aware that active safety
systems have a preventive function. The active
elements help the rider control the motorcycle,
making it as easy and safe to ride as possible. The
presence of an active safety system should not
encourage the rider to ride at speeds beyond the
reasonable limits, not in accordance with the road
conditions, the laws of physics, good riding
standards and the requirements of the road
code.
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