Side Stand (Fig. 44) - Ducati SUPERBIKE 848 EVO Owner's Manual

Side stand
(fig. 44)
Important
Before lowering the side stand, check that the ground
is sufficiently even and firm.
Do not park on soft or pebbled ground or on asphalt melted
by the sun heat and similar or the motorcycle may fall over.
When parking on a slope, always park with the rear wheel on
the downhill side.
To lower the side stand, hold the motorcycle handlebars with
both hands and, with your foot, push down the stand (1) until
fully extended. Tilt the motorcycle until the side stand is
resting on the ground.
Warning
Do not sit on the motorcycle when it is supported on
the side stand.
To raise the sidestand to rest position (horizontal), tilt the
motorcycle to the right and, at the same time, lift the stand
(1) with your foot.
Note
Check for proper operation of the stand mechanism
(two springs, one into the other) and the safety sensor (2) at
regular intervals.
Note
It is possible to start the engine with side stand down
and the gearbox in neutral. When starting the bike with a
gear engaged, pull the clutch lever (in this case the side stand
must be up).
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1
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fig. 44
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