2016 Ducati Multistrada 1200 Pikes Peak Owner’s Manual

The famous Pikes Peak International Hill Climb was the inspiration for the 2016 Ducati Multistrada 1200 Pikes Peak. It is a powerful adventure touring motorbike that is focused on performance. The Multistrada 1200 Pikes Peak has a powerful 1198.4cc Testastretta DVT engine that puts out 160 horsepower and a lot of torque. This makes for exciting speeds and thrilling rides on any terrain. Its striking form, with parts made of carbon fiber and a color scheme inspired by Ducati Corse, is a nod to the famous race. This model comes with high-tech electronics like the Ducati Skyhook Suspension (DSS) Evo system, multiple ride modes, cornering ABS, and traction control, which make it perform, feel, and stay safe at its best. The 2016 Ducati Multistrada 1200 Pikes Peak is the best choice for riders who want an unbeatable adventure-touring experience that captures the spirit of racing. It has a lot of speed, advanced technology, and a unique racing history.

Service indication (SERVICE)

This indication shows the user that the motorcycle is due for service and must be taken to a Ducati Authorised Service Centre.
The service warning indication can be reset only by the Authorised Ducati Service Centre during servicing.
Considering that the FULL, CORE and OFF ROAD layouts show the values for this function in a similar to the TRACK layout, the example shown depicts the function in TRACK layout.
There are 3 types of scheduled maintenance interventions:

• OIL SERVICE ZERO: service at the first 1000 km (600 mi);
• OIL SERVICE and SERVICE DATE: oil service or annual service (requiring the same maintenance operations);
• DESMO SERVICE.

OIL SERVICE zero warning
The first service warning is the OIL SERVICE zero and is triggered as soon as the odometer reaches the first 1,000 km (600 mi). Warning is displayed until “Reset” by the Ducati authorised service centre, during maintenance.

OIL SERVICE or SERVICE DATE or DESMO SERVICE countdown indication
After OIL SERVICE zero indication first reset (at 1,000 km – 600 mi), the instrument panel activates the following indications in yellow for 5 seconds upon Key-ON:

• the count of the mileage in kilometres (miles) remaining before the next OIL SERVICE (A) 1000 km (600 mi) earlier than the service threshold;
• the count of the days remaining before the next SERVICE DATE (B) 30 days earlier than the service threshold;
• the count of the mileage in kilometres (miles) remaining before the next DESMO SERVICE (C) 1000 km (600 mi) earlier than the service threshold.

OIL SERVICE or SERVICE DATE or DESMO SERVICE indication
When the service threshold is reached, the warning for the type of service required is triggered:

• OIL SERVICE (A);
• SERVICE DATE (B);
• DESMO SERVICE (C).
• Required service warning is triggered and displayed in red until “Reset” by the Ducati authorized service centre, during maintenance.

Warnings/Alarms
The instrument panel manages a number of warnings/alarms, aimed at giving useful information to the rider during use.
Upon Key-On, if there are any active warnings, the instrument panel displays the present warnings. During normal use, whenever a warning is triggered, the instrument panel automatically displays the warning. Whenever a warning is triggered, it is displayed for 10 seconds in a (well-visible icon) “large” size and then continues being displayed in the small size (“small” icon).
If several warnings are active, the corresponding icons will be displayed one after the other, each remaining on display for 3 seconds.

Warning
If one or several warnings are triggered and, at the same time, the Generic Error light turns on, the small warning icon is not displayed on the instrument panel until the Generic Error light stays on; warnings will only be displayed within the first 10 seconds as a large-size icon.
Considering that the FULL, CORE and OFF ROAD layouts show the values for this function in a similar to the TRACK layout, the example shown depicts the function in TRACK layout.

Ice
This function warns the rider when there might be ice on the road, due to the low external temperature. This warning turns on when the temperature drops to 4°C (39°F) and turns off when temperature raises to 6°C (43°F).

Warning
This warning does not eliminate the possibility of icy road areas even with temperatures above 4°C (39°F); when ambient temperature is “low”, ride responsibly, especially on road areas not exposed to sunlight and/or on bridges.

Low battery indication (LOW Battery)
This function warns the user that the status of the vehicle battery is low.
The warning is activated when battery voltage is lower than/equal to 11.0 Volt.

Note
In this case, Ducati recommends charging battery in the shortest delay using the special instrument as engine could not be started.

Hands Free (HF) Key not acknowledged
The activation of this “warning” indicates that the Hands Free system does not detect the “active key” near the vehicle.

“Low” battery level of Hands-Free (HF) key
The activation of this “warning” indicates that the Hands Free system has detected that the battery that permits the active key to communicate and turn the vehicle on is almost discharged.

DTC off-road setting (DTC ENDURO)
The activation of this “warning” indicates that you must ride “carefully” on the asphalt as the bike is set with an “extreme” Traction control (devised for off road use).
This warning activates when DTC (Ducati Traction Control) intervention levels 01 and 02 are used.

Warning
In this case, Ducati recommends to ride carefully and use this type of DTC (Ducati Traction Control) setting NOT for road, but for off-road use only.

ABS off-road setting (ABS ENDURO)
When this warning is activated, it is necessary to ride carefully because ABS setting in use is the one designed for dirt roads and only the front wheel braking is controlled by the system in this case. This warning is activated whenever ABS level 01 is selected.

Date setting
This function prompts the user to enter the date via the Setting Menu.

Steering unlock error – Steering still locked
The activation of this “warning” indicates that the Hands Free System was not able to disengage the steering lock.

Warning
In this case, Ducati recommends switching vehicle off and on again (Key-Off / Key-On), keeping the handlebar fully turned. If warning is still present (and steering does not “unlock”), contact a Ducati Authorised Service Centre.

Error warnings
The instrument panel manages error warnings in order to allow the rider to identify any abnormal motorcycle behaviour in real time.
Upon Key-On, in case of errors, the instrument panel turns on the MIL light (B) (in case of errors directly connected to the engine control unit) or the Generic Error light (A) (in case of any other errors).
During normal operation, when an error is triggered, the instrument panel turns on the MIL light or the Generic Error light (A).

Side stand warning
The instrument panel receives information on side stand status and if side stand is down/open, the icon “SIDE STAND” is displayed on a red background.
In case of Side stand sensor fault, the instrument panel will display the stand down/up indication with MIL light on.
If instrument panel does not receive side stand status, stand down/open “SIDE STAND” indication will flash to indicate an undefined status.

Fog lights
The instrument panel activates the fog light warning light when the fog lights (option) are present and active.
In case of fog light fault, the DSB displays the flashing Fog Light warning light and turns on the Generic Error light.

Setting MENU

This menu allows enabling, disabling and setting some motorcycle functions.
To enter the Setting Menu it is necessary to hold button (4) for two seconds, with Key-ON and motorcycle actual speed ≤ (lower than or equal to) 20 km/h (12 mph): within this menu, it is no longer possible to view any other function.
The Setting MENU displays the following functions:

• RIDING MODE
• INFO MODE
• PIN CODE
• LAP
• BACK LIGHT
• DATA SET
• CLOCK SET
• UNIT SETTING
•  BLUETOOTH (only if Bluetooth is active)

Important
For safety reasons, it is recommended to use this Menu with the motorcycle at a standstill.
Press buttons (1) and (2) to highlight the customisable parameters one by one: in particular, use button (2) to highlight the following item and button (1) to highlight the previous item.
After highlighting the required parameter, press button (4) to open the corresponding menu page. If function is not available or temporarily disabled, the menu page can not be opened.
At the top of instrument panel display is a text indicating the menu and sub-menu path during navigation through the setting functions.
To quit the Setting Menu you shall highlight “EXIT” and press button (4).

Customising the Riding Mode
All settings of every riding mode can be customised. You enter the Setting Menu.
Select “RIDING MODE” option, by pressing button (1) or (2). Once function is highlighted, press button (4). Enter the “RIDING MODE” menu. Select the desired riding mode (SPORT, TOURING, URBAN or ENDURO), by pressing button (1) or (2). Once the desired mode is highlighted, press button (4). You open the selected riding mode customisation Menu. While if you highlight “EXIT” and press button (4) you quit the sub-menu and go back to the previous page.

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