Transmission - Ducati MONSTER Owner's Manual

Transmission

Multiple-disk clutch in oil-bath (600/750);
multiple-disk dry clutch (900);
operated by a control lever on left handlebar.
Drive is transmitted from engine to gearbox main shaft
via spur gears.
Ratio:
33/61 (600/750);
32/59 (900).
E Gearbox:
5-speed (600/750);
6-speed (900);
with constant mesh gears, gear change pedal on left side
of motorcycle.
Front/rear sprocket ratio:
15/46 (600); 15/41 (750);
15/39 (900).
Total gear ratios:
st
1 gear 16/40 (600/750); 15/37 (900),
nd
2 gear 21/36 (600/750); 17/30 (900),
rd
3 gear 24/32 (600/750); 20/28 (900),
th
4 gear 27/29 (600/750); 22/26 (900),
th
5 gear 29/28 (600/750); 23/24 (900),
th
6 gear
62
24/23 (900).
Drive chain from gearbox to rear wheel:
Make:
DID
Type:
520 VL2 (600/750); 520 VL4 (900).
Size:
5/8"x1/4"
Links:
102 (600); 100 (750); 98 (900).
Important
The above gear ratios are the homologated ones
and under no circumstances must they be modified.
However, if you wish to tune up your motorcycle for
competitive trials, you may refer to Ducati Motor S.p.A.
who will be glad to provide information about the special
ratios available. Relevant instructions and original spare
parts are available from your local dealer or authorized
workshop.
Warning
If the rear sprocket needs replacing, contact a
Ducati Dealer or an authorized workshop. If improperly
replaced, this component could seriously endanger your
safety and that or your passenger, and cause irreparable
damage to your motorcycle.