The starter clutch in many ducati 848 / 1098 and 1198 sport bikes fail prematurely around 4 - 6 k miles and again when being repaired. This happened to me 3 times by now. If not acknowledged and repaired it can cause the entire engine to fail at any speed and block the rear tire. There are many owner of said motorcycles experiencing the same issue but ducati has still not made it a recall. A simple google search for "ducati starter clutch" or "ducati starter sprag" revels many forum posts from affected customers. I asked ducati if they have revised the starter clutch in order to prevent future problems but did not get an answer masking me believe that they keep ignoring this issue. I will sell my 1198 because I'm not willing to ride a motorcycle with a recurring safety issue.
The worst 2011 Ducati 1198 problems
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- Transmission1
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- Transmission1
Recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Technical service bulletins for the 2011 Ducati 1198 23
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Procedure for Assessing Front Fork Oil Leaks
- Guided Diagnosis for Front Brake System Bleeding
- Finial Drive Chain Maintenance Precautions
- Procedure for Analysis and Control of Oil and Coolant Leaks from Engine_Rev.01. Applicability: All Models
- Precautions to Follow During Crankcase Cleaning
- Procedure for Analysis and Control of Oil and Coolant Leaks from Engine
- Overview of Rear Brake System Updates
- CR235 –
- Overview of Rear Brake System Updates
- Service Operation Manual Update 2022
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Is the 2011 Ducati 1198 reliable?
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2011 Ducati 1198, fewer than a typical 1198 model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2011 Ducati 1198?
Transmission and drivetrain, with 1 complaint.
How many recalls does the 2011 Ducati 1198 have?
No recalls on record.
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