Storing The Motorcycle - Ducati Hypermotard 950 Owner's Manual

Attention
The headlight might fog up due to washing,
rain or moisture. Switch headlight on for a short time
to help and dry up any condensate.
Carefully clean the phonic wheels of the ABS in order
to ensure system efficiency. Do not use aggressive
products in order to avoid damaging the phonic
wheels and the sensors.
Attention
Avoid direct contact between instrument panel
lens and oils/fuels that may stain or damage it
thereby impairing information readability. To clean
such parts, do not use alcohol-based detergents,
containing solvent or abrasive agents; do not use
sponges or cloths featuring hard or rough areas since
they might scratch the surface.
Note
Clean instrument panel lens using soft cloths
with water and mild soap or detergents specific for
cleaning clear plastic parts.
Note
To clean the instrument panel do not use
alcohol or its by-products.
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Pay special attention when cleaning the wheel rims
since they have parts in machined aluminium; clean
and dry them every time you use the vehicle.
Important
To clean and lubricate the drive chain, refer to
the paragraph "Lubricating the drive chain".

Storing the motorcycle

If the motorcycle is to be left unridden over long
periods, it is advisable to carry out the following
operations before storing it away:
clean the motorcycle;
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empty the fuel tank;
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pour a few drops of engine oil into the cylinders
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through the spark plug seats, then crank the
engine by hand a few times so a protective film
of oil will spread on cylinder inner walls;
place the motorcycle on a service stand;
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disconnect and remove the battery.
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Battery should be checked and charged (or replaced,
as required) whenever the motorcycle has been left
unridden for over a month.
Protect the motorcycle with a suitable canvas. This
will protect paintwork and prevent retaining
condensate.