2014 Ducati Multistrada 1200 Pikes Peak Owner’s Manual

The 2014 Ducati Multistrada 1200 Pikes Peak is a powerful and specialized adventure touring motorcycle that was made to win the famous Pikes Peak International Hill Climb and give riders a combination of speed and versatility that has never been seen before. This limited-edition model is based on the tough race and has many improvements over the regular Multistrada 1200, making it a real winner on the road and the track. The Multistrada 1200 Pikes Peak has the same powerful 1198cc Testastretta 11° L-Twin engine as its siblings. It has 150 horsepower and the same powerful 1198cc Testastretta 11° L-Twin engine as its siblings. This two-wheeled adventurer is built with high-tech features like Ducati’s Skyhook Suspension (DSS), Ducati Traction Control (DTC), and Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) to make sure it works well in a wide range of terrains and riding situations. The 2014 Ducati Multistrada 1200 Pikes Peak is a great example of Ducati’s commitment to providing a dynamic and unforgettable riding experience for those who want to reach the top of adventure touring. Its design and focus on speed make it a great example of this commitment.

Instrument panel diagnosis

This function identifies any abnormal vehicle behaviors. The instrument panel activates any abnormal vehicle behaviors in real time (ERRORS). At Key-On (at the end of the check) one or more
“ERRORS” are displayed (only if they are active). If an “error” is activated during operation, the current indication on the round “Dot-Matrix” display (B) will switch automatically to the indicator. If there are multiple errors, they will scroll automatically every 3 seconds. The “Engine/vehicle diagnosis – EOBD” light always turns on when one or more errors are activated. When one or more errors are active, it is possible to go to other functions by pushing the button (2). Possible errors are listed in the table below.

Warning
When one or more errors are displayed, always contact a Ducati Dealer or authorized Service Centre.

ERROR MESSAGE	ERROR
CAN LINE	CAN line “BUS Off” (communication line of the several control units)
UNKNOWN DEVICE	Control unit not acknowledged by the system – wrong SW
ABS (Antilock Braking System)	ABS control unit faulty communication/operation
BBS (Black Box System)	BBS control unit faulty communication/operation
BBS (Black Box System)	BBS control unit general malfunction
BBS (Black Box System)	Exhaust valve motor malfunction EXVL
DASHBOARD	DSB control unit faulty communication/operation
HANDS FREE	HF control unit faulty communication/operation
HANDS FREE	General malfunction of the HF control unit
HANDS FREE	Malfunction of key and/or antenna (Immobilizer)
ENGINE	ECU control unit faulty communication/operation
ENGINE	General malfunction of the ECU control unit
ENGINE	Throttle position sensor malfunction
ENGINE	Throttle motor and/or relay malfunction
ENGINE	Pressure sensor malfunction

ERROR MESSAGE	ERROR
ENGINE	Engine coolant temperature sensor malfunction
ENGINE	Intake duct air temperature sensor malfunction
ENGINE	Injection relay malfunction
ENGINE	Ignition coil malfunction
ENGINE	Injector malfunction
ENGINE	Engine rpm sensor malfunction
ENGINE	Lambda sensor or Lambda sensor heater malfunction
ENGINE	Vehicle starting relay malfunction
ENGINE	Secondary air sensor malfunction
DSS (Ducati Skyhook Suspension)	Front suspension compression general malfunction
DSS (Ducati Skyhook Suspension)	Front suspension rebound general malfunction
DSS (Ducati Skyhook Suspension)	Rear suspension compression general malfunction
DSS (Ducati Skyhook Suspension)	Rear suspension rebound general malfunction
DSS (Ducati Skyhook Suspension)	Rear suspension spring preload general malfunction
DSS (Ducati Skyhook Suspension)	Front and/or rear accelerometer general malfunction
GEAR SENSOR	Gear sensor malfunction
FUEL SENSOR	Reserve NTC sensor malfunction
SPEED SENSOR	Front and/or rear speed sensor malfunction

ERROR MESSAGE	ERROR
BATTERY	Battery voltage too high or too low
STOP LIGHT	Stop light not working
FAN	Electric cooling fan malfunction

Maintenance indicator

This function indicates that the vehicle is about to or has travelled a distance for which an Authorised Ducati Service Centre should be contacted to have the general maintenance or oil change performed.

Residual range indication when the SERVICE is due
When 1000 Km (621 miles) are left until reaching the mileage programmed by Ducati for having the
“SERVICE” performed, the instrument panel activates (at the end of the initial check) the indication of which type of service should be performed and the residual range (count-down).
The indication is activated each time the motorcycle is turned on (Key-On) for 5 seconds (flashing).
The residual range is updated every 100 Km (-1000, -900, -800, -700, etc.).

Warning
The indication can be reset only by the Ducati Dealer or Authorised Service Centre carrying out the maintenance operations.

Indication of range reached for SERVICE
If you reach the mileage programmed by Ducati, the instrument panel will activate (at the end of the initial check) the indication that you should go to a Ducati Dealer or Authorised Service Centre to have the scheduled maintenance “DESMO SERVICE” or “OIL SERVICE” performed.
The indication is activated each time the motorcycle is turned on (Key-On) (not flashing); pressing the button (2) the other functions can be displayed. The indication will remain until it is reset and it can be displayed at any moment by scrolling the functions.

SET UP – “Riding Mode set” indication
This function indicates the “Riding Mode” set for the vehicle. Four “Riding Modes” are available: SPORT, TOURING, URBAN and ENDURO. Each riding mode can be changed using the “Riding Mode” function. The default “Riding Mode” is Touring with motorcycle setup for rider only.
The following are indicated:

• the set Riding Mode;
• the maximum engine power associated to it: for the Europe, UK and USA versions 150 HIGH, 150 LOW and 100 HP, while for the France and Japan versions HIGH, MIDDLE and LOW;
• the Traction Control level (DTC) associated to it;
• the ABS level associated to it;
• the motorcycle setup.

The available setup settings are as follows:

• rider only (5);
• rider with luggage (6);
• rider with passenger (7);
•  rider with passenger and luggage (8).

Indicator “RANGE” – Fuel range
This function indicates the distance that can be travelled with the fuel currently in the tank. The calculation is made based on the fuel level and average consumption in reference to the last 30 seconds of driving (not the average fuel consumption “CONS.AVG”).
For the Europe, Canada, France and Japan versions the default unit is km, while for the UK and USA versions the default unit is mi.
If you refuel adding more than 4 litres of fuel with the vehicle switched off (key-off), at the subsequent key-on, the remaining range reading will be updated instantaneously and will be calculated based on the new fuel level and an average fuel consumption of 18.0 Km/L; otherwise (that is, if you add less than 4 litres) the reading will only be updated after the vehicle is in movement (not instantaneously).

When the range arrives to “0” the indication will flash together with the symbol (motorcycle + fuel pump). The active calculation phase occurs when the engine is running and the vehicle is moving (moments when the vehicle is not moving when speed is equal to 0 and/or when the engine is off are not considered).

Indicator “CONS.” – Instantaneous fuel consumption
This function indicates the “instantaneous” fuel consumption.
The calculation is made considering the quantity of fuel used and the distance travelled during the last second.
For the Europe, Japan and China versions the value is expressed in “L/100” (litres/100 Km); it is possible to set the unit of measurement “Km/L” (kilometres/litre) through the “Setting special” function. For the UK version the reading is in “mpg UK” (miles per UK gallon).
The active calculation phase only occurs when the engine is running and the vehicle is moving
(moments when the vehicle is not moving when speed is equal to 0 and/or when the engine is off are not considered). Dashes “- -.-”. are shown on the display when the calculation is not made.

Indicator “CONS.AVG” – Average fuel consumption
This function indicates the “average” fuel consumption. The calculation is made considering the quantity of fuel used and the distance travelled since Trip 1 was last reset. When Trip 1 is reset, the value is reset and the first value available is displayed 10 seconds after the reset. Dashes “- -.-” are shown on the display during the first 10 seconds when the value is not yet available.
For the Europe, Japan and China versions the datum is expressed in “L/100” (litres/100 Km); it is possible to set the unit of measurement “Km/l” (kilometres/litre) through the “Setting special” function. For the UK version the reading is in “mpg UK” (miles per UK gallon).
The active calculation phase occurs when the engine is running and the vehicle is stopped (moments when the vehicle is not moving and the engine is off are not considered).

Indicator “SPEED.AVG” – Average speed
This function shows the average speed of the motorcycle.
The calculation considers the distance and time since Trip 1 was last reset. When Trip 1 is reset, the value is reset and the first value available is displayed 10 seconds after the reset. Dashes “- -.-” are shown on the display during the first 10 seconds when the value is not yet available. The active calculation phase occurs when the engine is running and the vehicle is stopped (moments when the vehicle is not moving and the engine is off are not considered). The calculated value is displayed as increased by 5% to align it with the vehicle-indicated speed.
For the Europe, Canada, France and Japan versions the default unit is km/h, while for the UK and USA versions, the default unit is mph.

Air temperature indicator
This function shows the external temperature. Display limits: -39°C ÷ +124°C.
In the event of a sensor FAULT (-40°C,+125°C or disconnected), a string of dashes “- – -” (not flashing) is displayed and the “Engine/Vehicle Diagnosis -EOBD” light comes on and an error is indicated inside “Errors” Menu.

Note
When the motorcycle is stopped, the engine heat could influence the displayed temperature.
For the Europe, Canada, France and Japan versions, the default unit is °C, while for the UK and USA versions the default unit is °F.
When the detected temperature drops to 4°C (39°F), the display warns that the formation of ice is possible. The indication turns off when the temperature rises to 6°C (43°F).

Indicator “TIME TRIP” – Trip time
This function shows the vehicle trip time.
The calculation considers the time since Trip 1 was last reset. When Trip 1 is reset, this value is reset as well.
The active phase calculation occurs when the engine is running and the vehicle is stopped (when the vehicle is not moving and the engine is off the time is automatically stopped and restarts when the counting active phase starts again).

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