Best Practices" For Safety - Ducati Monster 1200 Owner's Manual

"Best Practices" for safety

Before, during and after use, remember to follow
some simple rules that are extremely important for
safety and for maintaining the motorcycle at top
efficiency.
Important
During the break-in period, carefully observe the
instructions contained in section "Riding the
motorcycle" of this Manual.
Failure to follow these instructions releases Ducati
Motor Holding S.p.A. from any liability whatsoever for
any engine damage or shorter engine life.
Attention
Do not ride the motorcycle unless you are well
familiarized with the controls to be used during the
ride.
Before starting the motorcycle, always performs the
checks detailed in this manual (see page 221).
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Attention
Failure to perform checks may cause damage to
the vehicle and serious injury to the rider and/or
passenger.
Attention
Start the engine when outdoors or in a well
ventilated place. Never start the engine in a closed
environment.
Exhaust gases are poisonous and may lead to loss of
consciousness or even death within a short time.
During the ride, assume a correct body position and
make sure the passenger does the same.
Important
The rider should ALWAYS keep both hands on
the handlebar.
Important
Both rider and passenger should keep their feet
on the footpegs when the motorcycle is in motion.