2009 Ducati Monster 1100 S Owners Manual - Page 63
2009 Ducati Monster 1100 S Manual
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E Moving off 1) Disengage the clutch by squeezing the control lever. 2) Push down the gearchange lever firmly with the tip of your foot to engage first gear. 3) Raise the engine revs by turning the throttle twistgrip while gradually releasing the clutch lever. The motorcycle will start moving. 4) Release the clutch lever completely and accelerate. 5) To change up a gear, close the throttle to reduce the engine revs, disengage the clutch, lift the gearchange lever and release the clutch lever. To change down, proceed as follows: release the twistgrip, pull the clutch lever, shortly speed up to help gears synchronize, shift down and release the clutch. Use the controls intelligently and opportunely: when riding uphill, change down immediately when the motorcycle begins to slow down to avoid abnormal strain on the motorcycle frame and the engine. Important Avoid sudden acceleration, as this may lead to misfiring and transmission snatching. The clutch lever should not be held in longer than necessary after a gear is engaged, otherwise friction parts may overheat and wear out. 62