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Notes and Indications - Corrective action
We have received some complaints about a possible engine popping sound during deceleration. The
performed analyses have shown that this symptom could be caused by an incorrect installation of the
throttle bodies in the relevant intake manifolds (possible deformation of the rubber profile).

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ONLY
Monster 821
Monster 1200
SuperSport

Therefore, if you find any similar symptoms, we kindly ask you to check the correct installation of the
Airbox on the motorcycle and that:
- throttle bodies are correctly inserted inside rubber intake manifolds, along the whole perimeter;
- the rubber profile of the intake manifolds is not deformed.
- the 2 fastening ties are correctly positioned in the seat on the intake manifolds.

Airbox

Please be reminded that, to make throttle body insertion easier on rubber intake manifolds, the use of
silicone lubricant or similar product is absolutely necessary.

Possible engine popping
sound during deceleration
and/or irregular idling

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ONLY
Panigale V4
(all versions)
Streetfighter V4
(all versions)
Introduction
gear selector shaft
certification

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Gear selector

We have received some isolated reports of a possible
loss/absence of the snap ring (A) of the gear selector shaft.
We would like to inform you that an additional certification on all
Desmosedici Stradale engines between snap ring, washer, and
crankcase at the outlet of the gear selector shaft has been
added along the production line.
The first engine serial number with this new certification is
ZDM1100WC #001513#.
Upon the first workshop service, you are thus invited to check for
the presence of the snap ring (A) on all engine serial numbers
preceding the one specified above.

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Tips & Tricks – All Models
no.

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Symptom

Motorcycle fastening
precautions during
transport

ONLY
Panigale V4S MY2020
Streetfighter V4S
MY2020

Subject

Motorcycle transport

Öhlins fork

Possible noise
for rebound limit stop

ONLY
models equipped with
DQS (Ducati Quick Shift)
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Precautions for a correct
use of the DQS
(Ducati Quick Shift)

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Notes and Indications - Corrective action
We have received some reports of damaged handlebars; the cause was incorrect transport in a van or
truck!
For correctly fixing the motorcycle, in case of transport, the following precautions must be observed:
1. Remove all loose objects and accessories;
2. Aim the front wheel to the riding position and lock it properly to prevent it from moving;
3. Engage the first gear;
4. Use anchoring straps/slings and apply them to solid components (e.g. frame) and NOT to handlebar(s)
or to components that could break (e.g. handgrips, rear-view mirrors, etc.).
5. The straps or ropes used must NOT rub against the painted components of the motorcycle;
6. The suspensions, if possible, must be in a partially compressed position to allow less movement of the
motorcycle with respect to the road surface.

We inform you that in particular conditions, when moving the motorcycle from standstill, you can hear a
metallic "clack" sound when the fork is fully extended. This sound is simply due to the fork reaching the
upper limit stop. The new fork setting has an increased spring preload, making it easier to reach this
condition compared to previous Model Years.
You can clearly hear the sound in question by leaving the motorcycle on the side stand and then extending
the fork completely by pulling the motorcycle toward you from the handlebars.
Since this situation does NOT occur during normal use of the motorcycle, it should not be considered a
functional defect and should not lead to disassembly/replacement of any part.

We have received reports of some complaints about rough shifting with DQS, particularly at low rpm. In
other words, rough shifting with uncomfortable torque cuts.
We have checked that very often the cause is related to an incorrect chain tensioning, especially after the
first settling of the chain which takes place at around 200/300 Km (new motorcycle or chain). We therefore
invite you to always check the correct tensioning of the final drive chain before making further analysis.
DQS
(Ducati Quick Shift)

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Tips & Tricks – All Models
no.

Symptom

Subject

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Notes and Indications - Corrective action
We received a few claims concerning a reduction of the clutch fluid level inside its reservoir.
We would like to inform you that it is not sufficient to carry out the bleeding procedure or top up the
clutch fluid inside the reservoir. We suggest, at a preliminary stage, to check:
• the play between the clutch master cylinder and the lever
• if the clutch pushrod is worn or damaged in the area of contact with the clutch slave cylinder (ball)
• the condition of the clutch slave cylinder protective diaphragm, which must not be torn.

ONLY
models equipped with
hydraulically controlled
clutch lever
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Hydraulic clutch control
Possible reduction of the
clutch fluid level inside its
reservoir

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According to our analyses, this phenomenon is due to a DOT4 leakage from the primary seal of the clutch
slave cylinder (missing fluid in the reservoir builds up in-between the clutch slave cylinder diaphragms); in
some cases, this phenomenon is also accompanied by wear of the clutch pushrod. We therefore ask you to
replace the slave cylinder with a new part no. 19540091D featuring a new gasket in order to prevent the
phenomenon described above.
If the clutch pushrod is damaged as shown in the figure, replace it as well.

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Tips & Tricks – All Models
no.

Symptom

Subject

Photo

Notes and Indications - Corrective action
We have received some reports about the detachment of the carbon adhesive protection from the fuel
tank. We inform you that the supplier of the component has introduced improvements to avoid the
detachment of the protection, since year of manufacture 2019. The lot and the year of manufacture XX-19
(week-year of manufacture) can be identified on the component, like in the example shown in the figure.

ONLY
Panigale V4
StreetFighter V4
(all model versions)
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Possible detachment of
the carbon adhesive
protection part no.
97480161A from the fuel
tank

Tank carbon adhesive
protection part no.
97480161A

In case you still have in stock some carbon tank protectors produced in 2018 you can still sell them to
Customers and install them. Should any anomaly occur on the latter, you can manage the replacement of
the protection through an accessory warranty.
The spare parts in stock have been reclaimed.
In any case, it is essential to follow the accessory instructions ISTR-892 ed.01 published in DCS for the
application of the tank protection. The cleaning of the tank surface and the use of the template supplied
with the protection are essential for a successful application.

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Possible formation of a
well-marked "band" in
correspondence with the
central area of the Pirelli
Diablo Rosso Corsa II rear
tire

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We have received some isolated reports of the appearance of a "band"
in correspondence with the central area of the Pirelli Diablo Rosso
Corsa II rear tire.
Pirelli Diablo Rosso Corsa
II
rear tire

We would like to inform you that, since these are extremely sporty tires
with 5 different compound zones at the rear, it can happen that,
depending on the type of use of the motorcycle, they wear out in a
different way causing the above mentioned phenomenon to occur;
sometimes this occurs on the shoulder area, sometimes in the central
area but, in general, it is a purely aesthetic phenomenon that does not
affect the performance of the tire itself.

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no.

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Symptom

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Panigale V4
StreetFighter V4
(all model versions)

Subject

Photo

We have received some isolated reports of possible traces of engine oil leaking out of the drain hole of the
water pump; the analysis has shown that this phenomenon is due to a possible incorrect installation of the
oil seal by the supplier.
Water pump
We inform you that a new re-designed water pump Part no. 24920510H that avoids the phenomenon
described above is now available as a spare part . Should you find traces of engine oil in the drain hole of
the water pump on engines with serial number prior to the one indicated above, replace the component.

Possible engine oil
leakage from the water
pump drain hole

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ONLY
Panigale V4
StreetFighter V4
(all model versions)

We have received some isolated reports about a possible engine power
delivery discontinuity.
Engine power
delivery

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Possible engine power
delivery discontinuity

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ONLY
Panigale V2 MY20-21
Hypermotard 950 MY1921
Monster 821 MY18-21
Monster 1200 MY19-21
(all model versions)
Instrument panel lighting
shifts from night to day
mode even without any
ambient light

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Notes and Indications - Corrective action

Before making further analyses, we would like to ask you to check coil
fastening and, in particular, to apply LOCTITE 243 along the threading of
fastening screws and tighten them to a torque of 10 Nm ± 10%.

We have received some isolated reports about the instrument panel shifting from night to day mode even
without any ambient light.
If this phenomenon occurs, the instrument panel must be replaced.
Instrument panel

We would like to inform you that this issue has been analyzed and solved, and that the spare parts in stock
have been restored.

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Tips & Tricks – All Models
no.

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Symptom

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Streetfighter V4
Panigale V4
Superleggera V4

Subject

14

Notes and Indications - Corrective action
We received some isolated reports about instrument panel failed switching on; this phenomenon is due to
a damage of the instrument panel power supply circuit caused by power disturbance.
Should this phenomenon persist, the component must be replaced.
The spare instrument panels have been restored thanks to the introduction of a new circuit avoiding the
described symptom.

Instrument panel

Instrument panel failed
switching on upon KeyON

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Diavel Model Year 21
XDiavel Model Year 21
Multistrada 1260
Model Year 18-20
Multistrada 1260 Enduro
Model Year 19-21
Multistrada 950S
Model Year 19-21

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Active key
Part no. 59810361F

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Model
Streetfighter V4
Panigale V4 25° Anniversario 916
Panigale V4
Panigale V4 S
Panigale V4 S Corse
Panigale V4
Panigale V4 S
Panigale V4 S Corse
Superleggera V4

Model Year
20
20
18-19

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Part no.
40611781C
40611351I

40611351H

We have received some isolated reports about the possible loss of the rear cover
of the active key Part no. 59810361F. Analyses have shown that this phenomenon
occurs after repeated opening/closing of the cover itself, resulting in the
deterioration of the shell.
We would like to inform you that the new rear cover Part no. 4601L831A, avoiding
the phenomenon described above, is now available.

Possible loss of the active
key rear cover

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Tips & Tricks – All Models
no.

Symptom

Subject

Photo

We have received some reports of the following errors being stored:
- C100C: shock absorber rebound - Open circuit;
- C1009: shock absorber compression - Open circuit.

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Panigale V4 S
Streetfighter V4 S
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Possible storage of errors:
- C100C shock absorber
rebound - Open circuit
- C1009 shock absorber
compression - Open
circuit

Öhlins monoshock

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Panigale V4 MY21
Streetfighter V4 MY21
Akrapovič titanium racing
full exhaust

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Precautions for installing
Akrapovič titanium racing
full exhaust system

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