Ducati SCRAMBLER 2023 User Manual

Checking drive chain tension
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Improper chain tension will lead to early wear of
transmission 
Make the rear wheel turn until you find the position
where chain is tightest.
Position the vehicle on the side stand.
With a finger, push down the chain at the point of
measurement and release.
Measure the distance (A) between the swinging arm
and the chain pin centre, placing the tape measure at
the rear end of the chain sliding shoe.
Value (A) between the centre of the chain pins and
the sliding shoe, for chain tensioning, is allowable if:
A = (47 ÷ 49) mm (1.85 ÷ 1.93) in.
This only applies to the motorcycle standard
 available upon delivery.
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This only applies to the motorcycle STANDARD
 available upon delivery.
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Repeat the measurement at three 
equally spaced points on the chain.
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Carry out these inspection operations with the
engine  the vehicle at a standstill, on a flat ground
and on the stand.
A
A
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Ducati SCRAMBLER 2023 Specifications

General

Displacement	803 cc
Max Power	73 hp (54 kW) @ 8, 250 rpm
Fuel Injection	Electronic fuel injection, 50 mm throttle body
Transmission	6-speed
Front Suspension	Kayaba 41 mm upside-down fork
Rear Suspension	Kayaba rear shock, pre-load adjustable
Frame	Tubular steel Trellis frame
Front Tire	110/80 R18
Rear Tire	180/55 R17
Engine Type	L-Twin, Desmodromic distribution, air-cooled
Front Brake	330 mm disc, radial 4-piston caliper
Rear Brake	245 mm disc, 1-piston floating caliper
Dry Weight	170 kg (375 lbs)
Fuel Tank Capacity	13.5 l (3.6 US gal)