Ducati 996 (1999) Инструкция по эксплуатации онлайн [56/80] 114429

Storing the bike away

If the motorcycle is to be left unridden over long periods,

it is advisable to carry out the following operations before

storing it away:

clean the motorcycle;

undo the drain plug with its seal and empty the fuel tank;

pour a few drops of engine oil into the cylinders through

the spark plug seats, then crank the engine by hand a

few times so a protective film of oil will spread on

cylinder inner walls;

use the supplied stand to support the motorcycle;

disconnect and remove the battery. Battery should be

checked and charged whenever the motorcycle has been

left unridden for over a month.

Protect the motorcycle with a suitable canvas available

from Ducati Spare Parts Department. This will protect

paintwork and let condensate breathe out.

Important notes

Some countries, such as France, Germany, Great Britain,

Switzerland and so on, have compulsory emission and

noise standards that include mandatory inspections at

regular intervals.

Carry out any required inspection and replace any parts

using Ducati original spare parts complying with local law.