2002 Ducati Monster 900 i.e. Owners Manual - Page 106

Starting the engine Note Follow the "High ambient temperature" procedure to start the engine when it is warm. Warning Before starting the engine, become familiar with the controls you will need to use when riding. Never start or run the engine indoors. Exhaust gases are poisonous and may lead to loss of consciousness or even death within a short time. Regular ambient temperature (10 to 35 °C): 1) Move the ignition key to ON (fig. 21.1). Make sure both the green light N and the red light on the instrument panel come on. Important The oil pressure light should go out a few seconds after the engine has started (page 11). Warning It is possible to start the bike either with the side stand down and the gearbox in neutral, or with a gear engaged, but using the clutch lever. 2) Move the fast-idle lever to position (B) (fig. 21.2). 3) Check that the stop switch (1, fig. 21.3) is positioned to (RUN), then press the starter button (2). Let the engine start without using the throttle control. Important Never operate the starter more than 5 seconds at a time. If needed, allow 10 seconds before attempting to restart the engine. 4) Move the fast-idle lever towards its vertical position (A, fig. 21.2) until obtaining the engine speed: idling; approx. 1400-1500 rpm. Important Do not rev up the engine when it is cold. Allow some time for oil to reach all points that need lubricating. 5) Then, as the engine warms up, gradually move the fast-idle lever until bringing it in a vertical position (A). When fully warm, the engine should hold idling speed with the fast-idle device fully closed. E 34