2015 Ducati Hypermotard Owner’s Manual

The 2015 Ducati Hypermotard is a supermoto-inspired motorbike with a lot of energy and excitement that embodies the spirit of urban agility and on-road performance. The Hypermotard has a powerful 821cc Testastretta 11° engine that puts out 110 horsepower. This gives it quick acceleration and nimble handling on both city streets and twisting roads. It has a unique look thanks to its minimalist chassis, high ground clearance, and wide handlebars, which show off its fun and active personality. The 2015 Ducati Hypermotard is safe and easy to handle because it has high-tech electronics like ride-by-wire throttle, multiple riding modes, traction control, and ABS. The Hypermotard is a great choice for riders who want an exciting and fun ride in the city or on hilly backroads because it can be used in a lot of different ways and isn’t too heavy.

Stopping the motorcycle

Reduce speed, shift down and release the throttle twistgrip.
Shift down to engage first gear and then neutral. Apply the brakes and bring the motorcycle to a complete stop.
To switch the engine off, simply turn the key to (2).

Important
Do not leave the key to ON, position (1), with engine off in order to avoid damaging any electrical components.

Parking
Park the stopped motorcycle on the side stand. To prevent theft, turn the handlebar fully left and turn the ignition key to (3). If you park in a garage or other indoor area, make sure that there is proper ventilation and that the motorcycle is not near a source of heat. You may leave the parking lights on by turning the key to (4).

Important
Do not leave the key to position (4) for a long time, or this could lead to battery discharge. Never leave the ignition key in the switch when you are leaving your motorcycle unattended.

Refueling
Never overfill the tank when refueling. Fuel should never be touching the rim of filler recess (1)

Warning
Use fuel with low lead content and an original octane number of at least 95.
The motorcycle is only compatible with fuel having a maximum content of ethanol of 10% (E10). Using fuel with ethanol content over 10% is forbidden. Using it could result in severe damage of the engine and motorcycle components. Using fuel with ethanol content over 10% will make the warranty null and void.

Tool kit and accessories

Tool kit (2) and helmet anti-theft cable are located under the seat (1).
The tool kit includes:

• fuse pliers;
• 8/10 double-ended wrench;
• screwdriver;
• screwdriver handle;
• 14×16 mm box wrench;
• 6 mm rod;
• 3 mm Allen wrench;
• 5 mm Allen wrench;
• 6 mm Allen wrench.
  To access the compartment remove the seat page 140.

Main maintenance operations

Check and top up the coolant level
Check the coolant level in the expansion reservoir on the right-hand side of the headstock. Steer the handlebar completely to the left and check that the level is between the MIN and MAX marks on the side of the expansion reservoir. Top up if the level is below the MIN mark. Unscrew the filler plug (1) and add ENI Agip Permanent Spezial antifreeze, which is not to be diluted, up to MAX level. Refit the filler plug (1). This type of mixture ensures the best operating conditions (the coolant starts to freeze at -20 °C/-4 °F).

Checking brake and clutch fluid level
The level must not go below the MIN mark shown on the respective reservoirs ((Fig. 115) shows the front brake fluid reservoir and (Fig. 116) shows the rear brake reservoir).
If level drops below the limit, air might get into the circuit and affect the operation of the system involved.
Brake and clutch fluid must be topped up and changed at the intervals specified in the scheduled maintenance table reported in the Warranty Booklet; please contact a Ducati Dealer or authorized Service Centre.

Brake system
If you find exceeding play on brake lever or pedal and brake pads are still in good condition, contact your Ducati Dealer or authorised Service Centre to have the system inspected and any air drained out of the circuit.

Warning
Brake fluid can damage paintwork and plastic parts, so avoid contact.
Hydraulic oil is corrosive; it may cause damage and lead to severe injuries. Never mix fluids of different qualities. Check seals for proper sealing.

Check brake pads for wear
Check brake pads wear through the inspection hole in the callipers.
Change both pads if friction material thickness of even just one pad is about 1 mm.

Warning
Friction material wear beyond this limit would lead to metal support contact with the brake disc thus compromising braking efficiency, disc integrity and rider safety.

Charge the battery

Warning
Have the battery removed at a Ducati Dealer or authorized Service Centre.
To gain access to battery, remove seat page 140. Loosen screws (1), remove the positive cable (2) and (ABS) positive cable (3) from the positive terminal and the negative cable (4) from the negative terminal, always starting from the negative one (-) and remove the battery from its compartment.
The battery gives off explosive gases; never cause sparks or allow naked flames and cigarettes near the battery. When charging the battery, ensure that the working area is properly ventilated. Charge the battery in a ventilated room.
Connect the battery charger leads to the battery terminals: the red one to the positive terminal (+), the black one to the negative terminal (-).

Grease the screws (1).
Refit the battery, connect the positive cable (2) and ABS positive cable (3) to the positive terminal and the negative cable (4) to the negative terminal of the battery, always starting from the positive (+), and fit the screws (1).

Charging and maintenance of the battery during winter storage
Your motorcycle is equipped with a connector (1) under the seat to which you can connect a special battery charger (2) (Battery maintainer kit part no. 69924601A – various countries; Battery maintainer kit part no. 69924601AX – for Japan, China and Australia only) available from our sales network.

Note
The electric system of this model is designed so as to ensure there is a very low power drain when the motorcycle is OFF. Nevertheless, the battery features a certain self-discharge rate that is normal and depends on ambient conditions as well as on “non-use” time.

Note
When the motorcycle is left unused
(approximately for more than 30 days) we recommend owners to use the Ducati battery charge maintainer (Battery maintainer kit part no. 69924601A – various countries; Battery maintainer kit part no. 69924601AX – for Japan, China and Australia only) since its electronics monitors the battery voltage and features a maximum charge current of 1.5 Ah. Connect the maintainer to the diagnostics socket located in the rear side of the motorcycle.
Using charge maintainers not approved by Ducati could damage the electric system; the motorcycle warranty does not cover the battery if damaged due to failure to comply with the above indications, since it is considered as wrong maintenance.

Check the drive chain tension

Important
Have chain tension adjusted by a Ducati Dealer or authorized Service Centre.
Spin the rear wheel to find the position where chain is most taut. Set the motorcycle on the side stand. Press with a finger on the chain, at the point of measurement and then release it. Measure the distance (A) between the center of chain link pins and the swingarm aluminum part. It must be: A = 72 ÷ 74 mm.

Chain lubrication
The chain fitted on your motorcycle has O-rings to protect its moving parts from dirt, and to hold the lubricant inside.
The seals might be irreparably damaged if the chain is cleaned using any solvent other than those specific for O-ring chains or washed using steam or water cleaners.
After cleaning, blow the chain dry or dry it using absorbent material and apply SHELL Advance Chain or Advance Teflon Chain on each link.

Replace the headlight bulbs
Important Have the bulbs replaced at a Ducati Dealer or authorized Service Centre.

Warning
The headlight might fog up if the motorcycle is used under the rain or after washing. Switch headlight on for a short time to dry up any condensate.
Before replacing a burnt-out bulb, make sure that the new one matches the voltage and wattage specifications in paragraph “Electric System” page 200. Always ensure that the new bulb you have installed operates properly before refitting any parts you have removed.
Loosen screws (1). Slightly raise the headlight support.

Release the headlight support from rubber pads (A). Ease off the headlight support towards the front until releasing the twistgrip (2).
Unscrew the twistgrip (2) turning counterclockwise.
Disconnect connector (3).
Release the clip (4).
The bulb (5) has a bayonet base: press and twist counterclockwise to remove. Fit the spare bulb by pressing and turning clockwise until it clicks.

Replace the turn indicator bulbs
To change the front/rear turn indicator bulbs, loosen the screw (1) and remove the lens (2).

Number plate light
To access the bulb in the number plate light, open the number plate lens (1), pull the bulb (2) out of the holder and replace it.

Beam setting
Note  The headlight features a double beam adjustment, one for the right beam and one for the left beam
To check the headlight aim, place the motorcycle upright with the tyres inflated to the correct pressure and one person sitting astride the motorcycle. The motorcycle should be perfectly vertical, with its longitudinal axis at right angles to a wall or screen at a distance of 10 metres. then draw a horizontal line dictated by the headlamp centre and a vertical one in line with the longitudinal axis of a motorcycle. If possible, perform this check in dim light. Switch on the low beam and adjust the aiming of the left and right-hand beams. The height of the upper limit between the dark area and the lit area must not be more than nine-tenths of the height from ground of the headlight centre.

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