Ducati 999R Owner's Manual page 141

If the engine fails to start, wait at least 2 seconds before
pressing the start button (3) again.
Let the engine start without using the throttle control.
Note
If the battery is flat the system automatically disables
operation of the starter motor.
4) Slowly move the cold start lever (1) to its vertical
E
position (A) (fig. 42).
Important
Do not rev up the engine when it is cold. Allow some
time for the oil to warm up and reach all points that need
lubricating.
High ambient temperature (over 35 °C/95 °F):
Follow the same procedure for "Regular ambient
temperature", however, do not use the device (1, fig. 42).
Cold ambient temperature (below 10 °C/50 °F):
Follow the procedure for "Regular ambient temperature",
however allow 5 minutes for the engine to warm up.
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A
B
1
fig. 42
2
3
fig. 43