Protective Apparel; Vehicle Identification Number (Vin) - Ducati Superbike 1198 2010 Owner's Manual

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Motorcycle exhaust contains poisonous carbon monoxide
gas. Do not inhale exhaust gases and never run the engine in
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a closed garage or confined area.
Use only Ducati approved parts and accessories.
This motorcycle was not intended to be equipped with a
sidecar or to be used to tow any trailer or other vehicle.
Ducati does not manufacture sidecars or trailers and cannot
predict the effects of such accessories on handling or stability,
but can only warn that the effects will be adverse and any
damage to motorcycle components caused by the use of
such accessories will not be remedied under warranty.
Warning
Do not ride the motorcycle with helmets attached to
the hook; the helmets could cause an accident by distracting
the operator or interfering with normal vehicle operation.

Protective apparel

Always wear a helmet. Most motorcycle accident fatalities
are due to head injuries.
For safety eye protection, gloves, and high top, sturdy boots
should also be worn.
The exhaust system becomes very hot during operation,
never touch the exhaust system. Wear clothing that fully
covers your legs. Do not wear loose clothing which could
catch on the control levers, footrests, wheels, or chain.
Any amount of alcohol will significantly interfere with your
ability to safely operate your motorcycle. Don't drink and ride.
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Vehicle identification number (VIN)

Every Ducati motorcycle is identified by two identification
numbers (see page 9). fig. A specifically shows the frame
identification numbers.
DUCATI
TYPE OF
MOTORCYCLE
MODEL
YEAR
ZDM 1 X B L W
Varies-can be Ø thru 9 or X (Check digit)
PLANT OF
MANU FACTURE
SEQUENTIAL
NUMBER
X B 0 0 0 0 0 0
fig. A

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