Pre-Ride Checks - Ducati ST4s Owner's Manual

Pre-ride checks

Warning
Failure to carry out these checks before riding, may
lead to motorcycle damage and injury to rider and
passenger.
Before riding, perform a thorough check-up on your bike
as follows:
E Fuel level in the tank
Check fuel level in the tank.
Fill tank if needed (page 62).
Engine oil level
Check oil level in the sump through the sight glass. Top
up if needed (page 88).
Brake and clutch fluid
Check fluid level in the relevant reservoirs.
Coolant level
Check coolant level in the expansion reservoir. Top up if
necessary (page 72).
Tyre condition
Check tyre pressure and condition (page 86).
Controls
Work the brake, clutch, throttle and gear change controls
(levers, pedals and twistgrips) and check for proper
operation.
Lights and indicators
Make sure lights, indicators and horn work properly.
Replace any burnt-out bulbs (page 80).
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Key-operated locks
Check that fuel filler plug and seat catch locks are closed
firmly.
Stand
Make sure side stand (pages 42 and 43) and centre stand
(page 44) operate smoothly and are in the correct
position.
ABS light
Set the key to ON and make sure the light comes on for
a few seconds. When the light turns off, it means that
the ABS is on.
Warning
In case of malfunctioning, do not start the
motorcycle and call a Ducati Dealer or Authorized
Workshop.