Ducati Scrambler - Pre-ride checks

Pre-ride checks
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Failure to carry out these checks before riding,
may lead to motorcycle damage and injury to rider
and passenger.
Before riding,  a thorough check-up on your
motorcycle as follows:
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FUEL LEVEL IN THE TANK
Check the fuel level in the tank. Refuel if
necessary (see “Refuelling”).
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ENGINE OIL LEVEL
Check oil level in the sump through the sight
glass. Top up if necessary (see “Engine oil level
check”).
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BRAKE AND CLUTCH FLUID
Check fluid level in the relevant reservoirs (see
“Brake fluid level check”).
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TYRE CONDITION
Check tyre pressure and condition (see
“Tubeless tyres”).
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CONTROLS
Work the brake, clutch,  and gear change
controls (levers, pedals and twistgrip) and check
for proper operation.
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LIGHTS AND INDICATORS
Make sure lights, indicators and horn work
properly. Replace any burnt-out bulbs
(“Replacing headlight light bulbs”).
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KEY LOCKS
Check the tightening of the filler plug (see “Filler
plug”) and of the seat (see “Seat lock”).
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STAND
Make sure side stand operates smoothly and is
in the correct position (see “Side stand”).
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