Starting The Engine - Ducati SUPERSPORT Owner's Manual

Starting the engine

Note
Follow the "High ambient temperature" procedure
to start the engine when it is warm.
Warning
Before starting the engine, become familiar with
the controls you will need to use when riding.
Regular ambient temperature
(10 to 35°C):
1) Move the ignition key to ON (fig. 28). Make sure both
the green light N and the red light
panel come on.
Important
The oil pressure light should go out a few seconds
after the engine has started (page 11).
Warning
The side stand must be fully up (in a horizontal
position) as its safety sensor prevents engine start when
down.
2) Move the cold start lever to the B position (fig. 29,
29/1 and 30).
3) Check that the stop switch (1, fig. 31, 31/1 and 32) is
positioned to (RUN), then press the starter button (2).
Let the engine start without using the throttle control.
seconds at a time. If needed, allow 10 seconds before
attempting to restart the engine.
on the instrument
Important
Never operate the electric start button more than 5
E
fig. 28
29