Safety "Best Practices - Ducati DESERTX Owner's Manual

Safety "Best Practices"

These few simple operations are critical to people
safety and to preserving the full performance of your
motorcycle. Never forget to perform them before,
while and after riding.
Important
Closely follow the indications provided at
chapter "Riding the motorcycle" during the running-
in period.
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
Before riding your motorcycle, become familiar
with the controls you will need to use when riding.
Perform the checks recommended in this manual
under "Checks before riding" before each ride.
Attention
Failure to carry out these checks before riding
may lead to motorcycle damage and injury to rider
and/or passenger.
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Attention
Start the engine outdoors or in a well
ventilated area. The engine should never be started
or run indoors.
Exhaust gases are poisonous and may lead to loss of
consciousness or even death within a short time.
Use proper body position while riding and ensure
your passenger does the same.
Important
Rider must hold the handlebar with both hands
at ALL TIMES while riding.
Important
Both rider and passenger should keep their
feet on the footpegs when the motorcycle is in
motion.
Attention
The passenger should always hold on to the
grab handles.
Important
Be very careful when tackling road junctions, or
when riding in areas near exits from private grounds,
car parks or on slip roads to access motorways.