[dewilmoth]

I recently purchased a 1098R from a gentleman who used it as a show piece in his office. The bike has never been ridden, and hasn't been started in a year. I am going to change the fluids before starting the bike, but I also want to make sure I get oil primed throughout the system/heads since it has been sitting for so long. Any recommendations on how to do so? I was hoping there's a way to give the starter a couple bumps without the motor firing. Any fuses that could make that happen? Thanks in advance for the help.

 

[99sh]

Take a look at the owners manual (you can download it online). There's a schematic on the last page. Follow the fuel pump to the fuse. Looks like Fuse #5 (20A) Injection will disable the pump.

Once you do so, you can confirm by turning the key ON and flipping the kill switch. You should not hear the fuel pump prime. At that point, just crank the motor to build up pressure.

 

[Proctologist]

I recently purchased a 1098R from a gentleman who used it as a show piece in his office.

Was he a collector or just used it as office furniture?

Just curious more than anything opcorn:

 

[dewilmoth]

Take a look at the owners manual (you can download it online). There's a schematic on the last page. Follow the fuel pump to the fuse. Looks like Fuse #5 (20A) Injection will disable the pump.

Once you do so, you can confirm by turning the key ON and flipping the kill switch. You should not hear the fuel pump prime. At that point, just crank the motor to build up pressure.

Great simple solution, can't believe that didn't come to mind.

Was he a collector or just used it as office furniture?

Just curious more than anything opcorn:

Probably some of both. He owns 8 other high end Ducati's including a 1098R Bayliss and a D16RR. He is just a Ducati fanatic that likes unmolested bikes, I can appreciate that.

 

[desmo.lover]

i bought my 1098s tri from a collector.. had almost no miles on it, but he kept up with all the service and even changed the belts just before i bought it..

 

[rubbish]

Change the oil and fuel (if there's any in the tank) and start it up. If the battery is charged, I bet it'll start in a few seconds.

 

[dewilmoth]

Waiting on a new Shorai Lithium battery to arrive, then I'll fire her up. I spoke with the local Ducati tech, and he said "change the oil and ride it."

 

[Disqo]

Was this bike from NC?

 

[Mtech]

Gotta love finding those unmolested 1098R's. It's a solid engine. Break it in properly. I noticed the engine performance change after the recommended miles were put on. Enjoy the beast.

 

[dewilmoth]

Yes, it was from NC. You have any additional info on the bike?

I'll definitely break it in right. The bike is still under warranty, so don't want to risk them denying that.

 

[Proctologist]

The bike is still under warranty, so don't want to risk them denying that.

did you verify this already?

 

[37832]

You can prime an engine by removing the oil pressure switch (or find a suitable oil gallery plug) and attaching a fitting there that you can fit the tip of an oil can into. You would be surprised how easy it is to pump the galleries full of oil once you have the right fitting in place. Just a few pumps and you can hear the air being expelled! Obviously, you want to use an oil can that is squeaky clean inside... It will make a little mess when you pull the fitting and reinstall the O.P. switch, but no biggie.

 

[dewilmoth]

did you verify this already?

Yes. The seller did not tell me it was under warranty, Ducati did when I asked them to check the vin.

 

[Disqo]

I don't have any info on the bike, but was watching the auction with envy. I live nearby and
The 1098R is on my dream bike list. Well bought!

 

[dewilmoth]

Thanks. I started the 1098R today, and WOW, what a beast. Didn't rev it above idle, but even at idle with the race exhaust it sounds like it wants to rip someones face off. It was raining today, but I'm dying to ride it.

 

[ducducgop]

Pics!!!!!

 

[dewilmoth]

I'll get some better ones once I can detail my Triumph. Just bought a new house and been busy with that.

 

[Shrek]

Evo ???

 

[dewilmoth]

It says "1098 R RACE EVO" when it's on but not running. I believe that's standard for US bikes with the race exhaust and ECU installed.

 

[Demmel]

A great bike!Show more photos in good quality