5) Refit and screw in the filler plug (1), then pull it out
again and check that the oil mark on the dipstick is
between the MIN and MAX marks.
6) If the oil level is below the middle line between the
MIN and MAX marks, add oil until reaching the
maximum level indication.
Attention
Never exceed the MAX mark.
Recommendations concerning oil
It is recommended to use oil complying with the
following specifications:
viscosity grade SAE 15W-50;
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standard API: SN;
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standard JASO: MA2.
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Attention
UK VERSION: It is recommended to use oil
complying with the following specifications:
viscosity grade SAE 15W-50.
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SAE 15W-50 is an alphanumerical code identifying
oil class based on viscosity: two figures with a W
("winter") in-between; the first figure indicates oil
viscosity at low temperature; the second figure
indicates its viscosity at high temperature. API
(American standard) and JASO (Japanese standard)
standards specify oil characteristics.
Use of Ducati Corse Performance Oil
by Shell
Attention
The use of Ducati Corse Performance Oil by
Shell is not allowed on this model as it would damage
the engine.
The Ducati Corse Performance Shell Advance oil is
made exclusively for Desmosedici Stradale engines
equipped with dry clutch.
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