Pre-Ride Checks - Ducati XDIAVEL 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
motorcycle as follows:
- FUEL LEVEL IN THE TANK
Check the fuel level in the tank. Fill tank if needed
(page 293).
- ENGINE OIL LEVEL
Check oil level in the sump through the sight
glass. Top up if needed (page 314).
- BRAKE AND CLUTCH FLUID
Check fluid level in the relevant reservoirs (page
297).
- COOLANT
Check coolant level in the expansion reservoir.
Top up if needed (page 296).
- TYRE CONDITION
Check tyre pressure and condition (page 312).
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- CONTROLS
Work the brake, clutch, throttle and gear change
controls (levers, pedals and twistgrip) and check
for proper operation.
- LIGHTS AND INDICATORS
Make sure lights, indicators and horn work
properly. In case of light malfunction, contact a
Ducati Dealer or Authorised Service Centre.
- KEY LOCKS
Ensure that tank filler plug (page 265) and seat
(page 266) are properly locked.
- STAND
Make sure side stand operates smoothly and is
in the correct position (page 270).