Transmission - Ducati MULTISTRADA 1000DS S Mode D'emploi

Transmission

The clutch drum and disks are made entirely from special
aluminium alloy.
Dry clutch operated by a control lever on left handlebar.
Drive is transmitted from engine to gearbox main shaft via
spur gears.
Front sprocket/clutch sprocket ratio:
E 32/59
6-speed gearbox with constant mesh gears, gear change
pedal on left side of motorcycle.
Gearbox/rear sprocket ratio:
15/42
Total gear ratios:
st
1 15/37
nd
2 17/30
rd
3 20/27
th
4 22/24
th
5 24/23
th
6 28/24
88
Drive chain from gearbox to rear wheel:
Make:
RK
Type:
525 GXW
Dimensions:
5/8"x5/16"
Number of links:
106
Important
The above gear ratios are the homologated ones and
under no circumstances must they be modified.
However, if you wish to tune up your motorcycle for
competitive trials, you may refer to Ducati Motor Holding
S.p.A. who will be glad to provide information about the
special ratios available. Contact a Ducati Dealer or
Authorized Workshop.
Warning
For the replacement of the rear sprocket, contact a
Ducati Dealer or Authorized Workshop. The incorrect
replacement of this component could seriously endanger
rider and passenger safety and cause irreparable damage
to the motorcycle.