Adjusting The Valve Clearances; Checking The Coolant Level - Ducati SUPERBIKE 848 MY 2008 Manual

Maintenance operations

Adjusting the valve clearances

Proceed as described in Sect. N 4.1,

Checking the coolant level

At the intervals specified in the
in the expansion tank, located on the right-hand side of the motorcycle.
The coolant level must be between the MAX and MIN marks on the tank.
If the level is low, top up with the recommended coolant.
Remove the right-hand side fairing (Sect. E 2,
Remove the filler cap (1) and top up to the specified level.
Refit the cap (1) and replace any parts removed.
For optimal operating conditions (coolant mixture starting to freeze at 20 °C), the recommended liquid
antifreeze should be mixed with water in the following percentages:
ANTIFREEZE: 35-40% of volume;
WATER: 60-65% of volume.
Important
Very hard water with a high mineral salt content can damage the engine.
Increase the amount of coolant to up to 55% volume in the case of very cold climates.
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chart (Sect. D 3), check the coolant level
Removal of the side
clearances.
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