Ducati Scrambler - Owner's Manual > Check engine oil level

Check the engine oil level through the sight glass (1) on the clutch cover. Oil level must be checked with the motorcycle perfectly upright and the engine cold.

Oil level should be between the marks on the sight glass. If the level is low, top up with SHELL Advance 4T Ultra engine oil. Remove the oil filler cap (2) and top up until the oil reaches the required level. Refit the plug.

Important Engine oil and oil filters must be changed by a Ducati Dealer or Authorized Service Center at the intervals specified in the scheduled maintenance chart contained in the Warranty Booklet.

Viscosity

SAE 15W-50

The other viscosity degrees indicated in the table can be used if the local average temperature is within the limits specified for that oil viscosity.

Cleaning and replacing the spark plugs

Spark plugs are essential to smooth engine running and should be checked at regular intervals.

Have the spark plug replaced at a Ducati Dealer or Authorized Service Center.

Cleaning the motorcycle

To preserve the finish of metal parts and paintwork, wash and clean your motorcycle at regular intervals according to the road conditions you ride in. Use specific products only. Prefer biodegradable products. Avoid harsh detergents or solvents.

Only use water and neutral soap to clean the Plexiglas and the seat.

Periodically manually clean all aluminum components. Use special detergents, suitable for aluminum parts FREE of abrasives or caustic soda.

Note Do not use sponges with abrasive parts or steel wool; only use soft cloths.

In any case, the Warranty does not apply to motorcycles whenever poor maintenance status is ascertained.

Important Do not wash your motorcycle right after use.

When the motorcycle is still hot, water drops will evaporate faster and spot hot surfaces.

Never clean the motorcycle using hot or high-pressure water jets.

Cleaning the motorcycle with a high pressure water jet may lead to seizure or serious faults in the front fork, wheel hub assembly, electric system, headlight (fogging), front fork seals, air inlets or exhaust mufflers, with resulting loss of compliance with safety requirements.

Clean off stubborn dirt or exceeding grease from engine parts using a degreasing agent. Be sure to avoid contact with drive parts (chain, sprockets, etc.).

Rinse with warm water and dry all surfaces with chamois leather.

Attention Braking performance may be impaired immediately after washing the motorcycle. Never grease or lubricate the brake disks. Loss of braking and further accidents may occur. Clean the disks with an oil-free solvent.

Attention The headlight might fog up due to washing, rain or moisture. Switch headlight on for a short time to dry up any condensate.

Carefully clean the phonic wheels of the ABS to ensure system efficiency. Do not use aggressive products in order to avoid damaging the phonic wheels and sensors.

Storing the motorcycle

If the motorcycle is to be left unridden over long periods, you should perform the following procedures before storing it away:

• clean the motorcycle;
• 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;
• place the motorcycle on a service stand;
• disconnect and remove the battery.

Battery should be checked and charged (or replaced, as required) whenever the motorcycle has been left unridden for over a month.

Protect the motorcycle with a suitable canvas. This will protect paintwork and prevent retaining condensate.

The canvas is available from Ducati Performance.

Important notes

Laws in some countries (France, Germany, Great Britain, Switzerland, etc.) set certain noise and pollution standards.

Periodically carry out the required checks and replace parts as necessary using Ducati original spare parts to be in compliance with regulations in the given country.

Scheduled maintenance chart

Scheduled maintenance chart: operations to be carried out by the dealer

* Service operation to be carried out in accordance with the specified distance or time intervals (km, miles or months), whichever occurs first.

Scheduled maintenance chart: operations to be carried out by the customer

* Service operation to be carried out in accordance with the specified distance or time intervals (km, miles or months), whichever occurs first.

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