2008 DUCATI 1098R

1 recalls, 1 complaints - 41 TSBs

08V638000 Dec 3, 2008
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR
Defect Description
DUCATI IS RECALLING 7,130 MY 2007-2008 1098, 1098S, 1098 TRICOLORE, 1098R, AND MY 2008-2009 848 MOTORCYCLES. THE MOTORCYCLE CHARGING SYSTEM MAY BE ADVERSELY AFFECTED BY ENGINE HEAT AND STOP OPERATING. THIS RESULTS IN DAMAGE TO THE VOLTAGE REGULATOR AND ENSUING BATTERY DISCHARGE.
Consequence
THIS CAN RESULT IN DAMAGE TO THE MOTORCYCLE AND A POTENTIAL HAZARD TO THE RIDER, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE VOLTAGE REGULATOR, INSTALL A HEAT GUARD BETWEEN THE VOLTAGE REGULATOR AND THE ENGINE EXHAUST SYSTEM, AND INSTALL A MODIFIED BATTERY SUPPORT. THE RECALL WILL BEGIN ON DECEMBER 24, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DUCATI AT 1-800-231-6696.
7,130 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: DUCATI NORTH AMERICA

Complaint Statistics

1 total complaints

Top Reported Components

ComponentComplaints
ENGINE1
ENGINE Oct 6, 2015
Incident date: Sep 14, 2015
WHILE RIDING MOTORCYCLE IT DEVELOPED A RADIATOR LEAK WITH COOLANT RUNNING DOWN THE LEFT SIDE OF THE VEHICLE. THE LEAK WAS FOUND TO BE NEAR THE UPPER LEFT RADIATOR MOUNT. THIS HAS BEEN A PROBLEM WITH THIS MODEL AND OTHER DUCATI MODELS WITH THE SAME RADIATOR. DUCATI REPLACED MANY IN WARRANTY AND EVEN ... Read more

Technical Service Bulletins, 2008 DUCATI 1098R

41 manufacturer communications from 25 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

ComponentBulletins
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING11
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM5
350000 EQUIPMENT5
030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC5
020000 SUSPENSION2
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL2
060000 ENGINE (PWS)2
100000 POWER TRAIN2
SRV-SRB-24-001 Jan 18, 2024
020000 SUSPENSION
Procedure for Assessing Front Fork Oil Leaks. Applicability: All Models. This service repair bulletin informs dealers and service managers of the assessment criteria for identifying front fork-related defects. The purpose is prevent technic
SRV-SRB-23-036 Jul 17, 2023
030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Guided Diagnosis for Front Brake System Bleeding. Applicability: All Models. This Service Bulletin replaces and cancels the previous bulletin SRV-SRB-20-014 published on 4/17/2020. It provides dealers and service managers with needed info
SRV-SRB-23-037 Jul 13, 2023
100000 POWER TRAIN
Finial Drive Chain Maintenance Precautions. Applicability: All Models and Model Years (except XDiavel). This Service Bulletin replaces and cancels the previous bulletins: SRV-SRB-18-030 published on 05/11/2018, SRV-SRB-19-046 published on
SRV-SRB-23-037 Jul 13, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Finial Drive Chain Maintenance Precautions. Applicability: All Models and Model Years (except XDiavel). This Service Bulletin replaces and cancels the previous bulletins: SRV-SRB-18-030 published on 05/11/2018, SRV-SRB-19-046 published on
SRV-SRB-23-018R1 Jul 10, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Procedure for Analysis and Control of Oil and Coolant Leaks from Engine_Rev.01. Applicability: All Models. This service repair bulletin instructs dealers and service managers on authorized procedures for identifying and isolating coolant an
SRV-SRB-23-031 Jun 16, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Precautions to Follow During Crankcase Cleaning. Applicability: All Models. This service bulletin informs dealers and service managers about precautions in using abrasive cleaners for engine component sealant, and in particular the crankcas
SRV-SRB-23-018 May 16, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Procedure for Analysis and Control of Oil and Coolant Leaks from Engine. Applicability: All Models. This service bulletin provides dealers and service managers with troubleshooting guidance for oil or coolant leaks. This bulletin includes s
SRV-SRB-22-038 Sep 23, 2022
030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Overview of Rear Brake System Updates. Applicability: All Models. This service repair bulletin provides dealers and service managers a provides a summary of the updates available for motorcycles that have Customer concerns about a slight e
SRV-TSB-22-010 Aug 5, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
CR235 a?? Checking Proper Configuration of Options Installed on the Motorcycle. Applicability: All Models (USA & MEX country versions only) . This technical service bulletin informs dealers and service managers of required BBS electronic c
SRV-SRB-22-031 Jul 18, 2022
030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Overview of Rear Brake System Updates. Applicability: All US Models. This service bulletin provides a summary of the updates available for motorcycles that have Customer concerns about a slight elongation, over time and use, of rear brake
SRV-SRB-22-020 May 2, 2022
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
Service Operation Manual Update 2022. Applicability: All Models, all model years. This service bulletin informs dealers and service manages of service and operations updates to the Operations Manual.
SRV-SRB-22-020 May 2, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Service Operation Manual Update 2022. Applicability: All Models, all model years. This service bulletin informs dealers and service manages of service and operations updates to the Operations Manual.
SRV-ESB-22-002 Mar 14, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Rules for Battery Replacement Under Warranty. Applicability: All models, all years. This Electronic Service Bulletin replaces and cancels SRV-ESB-19-001, published January 17, 2019. It provides dealers and service managers the correct repl
TTB-22-001_R 01 Mar 2, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Tips & Tricks V 01 - Applicability: All models. Pg 13 : Possible damage to water pump gear oil seal. Diavel 1260 (all model versions). Pg. 15: Indication for replacement of brake hoses under warranty. Multistrada V4 PP, Pg. 41, Possible pre
TTB-22-001_R 01 Mar 2, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Tips & Tricks V 01 - Applicability: All models. Pg 13 : Possible damage to water pump gear oil seal. Diavel 1260 (all model versions). Pg. 15: Indication for replacement of brake hoses under warranty. Multistrada V4 PP, Pg. 41, Possible pre
TTB-22-001_R 01 Mar 2, 2022
030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Tips & Tricks V 01 - Applicability: All models. Pg 13 : Possible damage to water pump gear oil seal. Diavel 1260 (all model versions). Pg. 15: Indication for replacement of brake hoses under warranty. Multistrada V4 PP, Pg. 41, Possible pre
TTB-20-001 r25 Feb 4, 2022
160000 STRUCTURE
Tips & Tricks V25 - Applicability: All models. Pg 12 : Update of engine oil filter cartridge tightening torque. Multistrada V4 (all model versions). Pg. 38: Possible incorrect diameter of the silencer front or rear manifold in the Racing Ex
TTB-20-001 r25 Feb 4, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Tips & Tricks V25 - Applicability: All models. Pg 12 : Update of engine oil filter cartridge tightening torque. Multistrada V4 (all model versions). Pg. 38: Possible incorrect diameter of the silencer front or rear manifold in the Racing Ex
TTB-20-001 rev20 Oct 26, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Tips & Tricks. Applicability: All Models, All Model Years, P. 10-Error P0314 Validation: High misfire with risk of damaging the catalytic converter; P.11-Control unit reprogramming. Multistrada V4S All Model Years, P.30-Right-hand switch b
TTB-20-001 rev20 Oct 26, 2021
220000 SEATS
Tips & Tricks. Applicability: All Models, All Model Years, P. 10-Error P0314 Validation: High misfire with risk of damaging the catalytic converter; P.11-Control unit reprogramming. Multistrada V4S All Model Years, P.30-Right-hand switch b
TTB-20-001 rev20 Oct 26, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Tips & Tricks. Applicability: All Models, All Model Years, P. 10-Error P0314 Validation: High misfire with risk of damaging the catalytic converter; P.11-Control unit reprogramming. Multistrada V4S All Model Years, P.30-Right-hand switch b
SRV-TTB-20-001 r Mar 30, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
Tips & Tricks Ver 12. Applicability: All models, all model years. This Tips & Tricks bulletin informs dealers and service managers of non-safety time-saving efficiencies and observations, encountered by Ducati field technicians. Topics ra
SRV-TTB-20-001 r Mar 30, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Tips & Tricks Ver 12. Applicability: All models, all model years. This Tips & Tricks bulletin informs dealers and service managers of non-safety time-saving efficiencies and observations, encountered by Ducati field technicians. Topics ra
SRV-TTB-20-001 r Mar 30, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Tips & Tricks Ver 12. Applicability: All models, all model years. This Tips & Tricks bulletin informs dealers and service managers of non-safety time-saving efficiencies and observations, encountered by Ducati field technicians. Topics ra
SRV-TTB-21-001v3 Mar 2, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
Tips & Tricks Ver 03. Applicability: All models, all model years. This Tips & Tricks bulletin informs dealers and service managers of non-safety time-saving efficiencies and observations, encountered by Ducati field technicians. Topics i
SRV-TTB-21-001v3 Mar 2, 2021
199000 TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS
Tips & Tricks Ver 03. Applicability: All models, all model years. This Tips & Tricks bulletin informs dealers and service managers of non-safety time-saving efficiencies and observations, encountered by Ducati field technicians. Topics i
SRV-TTB-21-001v3 Mar 2, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Tips & Tricks Ver 03. Applicability: All models, all model years. This Tips & Tricks bulletin informs dealers and service managers of non-safety time-saving efficiencies and observations, encountered by Ducati field technicians. Topics i
SRV-TTB-21-001v3 Mar 2, 2021
020000 SUSPENSION
Tips & Tricks Ver 03. Applicability: All models, all model years. This Tips & Tricks bulletin informs dealers and service managers of non-safety time-saving efficiencies and observations, encountered by Ducati field technicians. Topics i
SRV-SRB-21-013 Feb 23, 2021
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Rideability Complaints. Applicability: All Models. The purpose of this service bulletin is distribute a questionnaire to help dealers and service managers collect detailed information about any rideability complaints for models equipped w
SRV-SRB-21-013 Feb 23, 2021
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Rideability Complaints. Applicability: All Models. The purpose of this service bulletin is distribute a questionnaire to help dealers and service managers collect detailed information about any rideability complaints for models equipped w
SRV-SRB-20-014 Apr 17, 2020
030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Guided diagnosis for front brake system bleeding - Applicability: All vehicle models, all years. This Service Bulletin provides guidance for front brake system bleeding. It includes a "guided diagnosis" attachment, which outlines the seque
SRV-SRB-19-045 Dec 31, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Scheduled Maintenance Check List Update - Applicability: All models. This service bulletin provides dealers and service managers with scheduled maintenance updates specific to each of Ducati's models. This includes updated mileage and time
SRV-SRB-19-046 Dec 31, 2019
100000 POWER TRAIN
Final Drive Chain Maintenance Precautions - Applicability: All models and Model Years (except XDiavel). The purpose of this service bulletin is to further inform dealers and service managers of proper maintenance to ensure optimal performa
SRV-SRV-19-035 Oct 8, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
TiltWatch indicator for engine shipments - Applicability: all models, all years. This service repair bulletin informs dealers and service managers about the "TiltWatch" indicator being implemented on engine packages. It also provides inst
SRV-SRV-19-035 Oct 8, 2019
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
TiltWatch indicator for engine shipments - Applicability: all models, all years. This service repair bulletin informs dealers and service managers about the "TiltWatch" indicator being implemented on engine packages. It also provides inst
SRV-ESB-18-004 May 3, 2018
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Immobilizer Systems - This electronic service bulletin supersedes SRV-ESB-16-002 published 10/06/2016. it contains updated system information regarding Ducati Immobilizer Systems (engine start lock systems) for the listed year models. The
SRV-SRB-16-017 May 23, 2016
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
TRANSPARENT MAINTENANCEPOSTER AND SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE CHECKLIST UPDATE - THIS SERVICE BULLETIN CONTAINS DUCATI SERVICE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS. IT INCLUDES MAINTENANCE CHECKLISTS AND INTERVALS, AS WELL AS ILLUSTRATIONS FOR DISPLAY.
SRV-SRB-16-017 May 23, 2016
350000 EQUIPMENT
TRANSPARENT MAINTENANCEPOSTER AND SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE CHECKLIST UPDATE - THIS SERVICE BULLETIN CONTAINS DUCATI SERVICE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS. IT INCLUDES MAINTENANCE CHECKLISTS AND INTERVALS, AS WELL AS ILLUSTRATIONS FOR DISPLAY.
SVC-09-009 May 5, 2009
103300 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:GEAR POSITION INDICATION (PRNDL)
DUCATI MOTORCYCLE: THE GEAR SELECTOR MECHANISM APPLICABLE TO ALL DUCATI MODEL MOTORCYCLES EQUIPPED WITH 2V/4V ENGINES HAS BEEN REVISED DUE TO DIFFICULTY IN SELECTING A GEAR AND GEAR SELECTOR WAS SET INCORRECTLY. NO MODEL YEARS LISTED.
SVC-09-009 May 5, 2009
013100 STEERING:GEAR BOX:SHAFT SECTOR
DUCATI MOTORCYCLE: THE GEAR SELECTOR MECHANISM APPLICABLE TO ALL DUCATI MODEL MOTORCYCLES EQUIPPED WITH 2V/4V ENGINES HAS BEEN REVISED DUE TO DIFFICULTY IN SELECTING A GEAR AND GEAR SELECTOR WAS SET INCORRECTLY. NO MODEL YEARS LISTED.
SVC-08-010 May 22, 2008
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
DUCATI MOTORCYCLE: SOME MOTORCYCLES ARE VERY SENSITIVE TO BREAK IN. THE INITIAL BREAK-IN OF THE ENGINE IS THEREFORE VITALLY IMPORTANT. *PE

DUCATI 1098R - All Years Overview

Complete safety history for the DUCATI 1098R across all model years (2008, 2009).

5 Total Recalls
4 Total Complaints
0 Investigations
0 Reported Crashes
3 Reported Fires
0 Reported Deaths

DUCATI 1098R - Year by Year

Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.

Year Recalls Complaints
2009 4 3 View
2008 (current) 1 1

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