Charging The Battery - Ducati Multistrada 1200 ABS Owner's Manual

Charging the battery

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Before charging the battery, it is recommended to remove it
from the motorcycle.
Remove the rider seat, unscrew the screw (1) and remove
the bracket (2). Always disconnect the black negative
terminal (-) first, then the red positive terminal (+).
Warning
The battery produces explosive gases: keep it away
from heat sources and flames.
Charge the battery in a well-ventilated area.
Connect the battery charger leads to the battery terminals:
red to the positive terminal (+), black to the negative terminal
(-).
Important
Connect the battery to the charger before switching it
on; failure to do so can result in sparking at the battery
terminals, which could ignite the gases inside the cells.
Always connect the red positive terminal (+) first.
Reinstall the battery on its mount and secure the bracket (2)
with the screw (1). Apply some grease on the fastening
screws to improve conductive capacity and connect the
terminals.
150
(fig. 148)
Warning
Keep the battery out of the reach of children.
Charge the battery at 0.9 A for 5÷10 hours.
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1
+
2
fig. 148