Ducati MONSTER S4R Manuel D'utilisation Et Entretien page 115

2) Move the cold start lever to (B, fig. 33).
3) Check that the stop switch (1, fig. 34) is positioned to
(RUN), then press the starter button (2).
This model features servo-assisted starting.
Press and immediately release the start button (2) to use
the servo-assisted engine starting function.
When you press the button (2) the starter motor operates
automatically for a MAX time determined by engine
temperature.
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The system disengages the starter motor as soon as the
engine starts.
If the engine fails to start, wait at least 2 seconds before
pressing the start button (2) again.
Allow the engine to start without turning the throttle
twistgrip.
Important
If the battery is flat the system automatically disables
operation of the starter motor.
4) Move the cold start lever (1) to its vertical position
(A, fig. 33) to obtain an engine speed of 1,400 – 1,500 rpm.
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B
fig. 33
fig. 34