Ducati 1098 Tricolore problems & recalls

Problem: 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.

Risk: This can result in damage to the motorcycle and a potential hazard to the rider, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: 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.

Problem: Ducati is recalling 3,614 my 2007-2008 1098, 1098s, and 1098 tricolore motorcycles. the rear drive sprocket can fail.

Risk: If the sprocket were to fail while the motorcycle is being driven, it is possible that the motorcycle will experience a sudden loss of power and/or the chain may become entangled with the chassis. this can result in a crash without prior warning.

Fix: Dealers will replace the rear drive sprocket. the recall began on june 25, 2008. owners may contact ducati at 1-408-253-0499.

Problem: On certain motorcycles, the horizontal cylinder head fitting to the thermostat produced a coolant leakage.

Risk: Coolant leakage over the rear suspension and wheel could cause a crash.

Fix: The thermostat hose and relative couplings were replaced. all motorcycles were corrected before retail delivery to customers.

Problem: On certain motorcycles, the horizontal and vertical cylinders mobile timing belt tensioner is dimensionally incorrect.

Risk: The mobile tensioner can come into contact with the timing belt cover which could cause the timing belt to fail and consequently stop the engine increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will replace the existing mobile timing belt tensioner using updated components. the recallbegan on april 4, 2007. owners may contact ducati at 1-408-253-0499.