Service light monster 821

21-07-2018, 11:24 AM

hey guys,

just picked up my Monster 821 (few days ago) from the Ducati mechanic after the first service and the service light is always on.

Last night I had an issue with the bike while going at 65mph (heading home after work) as the red light (warning) came on and I experienced a sudden loss of power.

I believe that the service light in interfering with how the bike runs but I could be wrong.

I have the bike booked in to reset the ECU (next week)

Has anyone experienced something similar?

Thank you for your help in advance.

slob · 21-07-2018, 04:47 PM

Service light has nothing to do with it. I’ve had one on the 1200 I’ve been riding for 700km.
I borrowed it with 450km on the clock and it came on at 1000km (600 miles). The factory mechanic who’s responsible for servicing (DRE) said don’t worry, oil was changed at 400km but the warning can’t be cancelled until it reaches 1000. Either you had your first service just before 600 miles or your dealer forgot to reset the counter.
Get the bike to your dealer and get them to plug in the DDS and sort whatever is causing the engine light/get you home mode.

22-07-2018, 11:21 AM

You can't turn out the Service indicator unless you have the correct software, but it won't make any difference to the performance of the bike. If you have had a red light and power loss something else is up.

BeePee · 23-07-2018, 06:57 AM

Red means STOP !
If you get a red indicator light don't mess around in case you cause severe damage, what was the light ?

23-07-2018, 08:47 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BeePee

Red means STOP !
If you get a red indicator light don't mess around in case you cause severe damage, what was the light ?

The light came on on Friday night for the very first time. I was going up to 60mph as it came on and the bike lost power. I stopped, waited a bit and turnee the bike back on and kept going without issues.

I took the bike this morning and no issues.
I'm booked in at Hyside Romford to have the service light removed so I'll ask for the latest ECU software as well.

So far I've done about 6k on the bike and it just got fully serviced. New chain and sprockets (both) , new tyres, new rear brake pump as well.

I have a problem with the electrics due to the previous owner fiddling with the ignition switch (it's a different one now compared to the original one) so my Speedo can't read the mileage on the bike so I am getting it from the trip section.

mickj · 23-07-2018, 12:06 PM

Is there any software available to reset the error codes on the new bikes? Will tuneecu work?

Mossleymonster · 23-07-2018, 12:40 PM

JPDiag website will help you, I don't know which ecu you have though.

Also, you'll need a lead ...https://www.lonelec.co.uk/index.php?...&product_id=83

23-07-2018, 02:35 PM

Nothing out there to reset the service light on the latest M821 nor the Supersport. Both have the same ECU. I have the lead, but it is no use. I own the Supersport and the wife the M821.

02-08-2018, 09:32 AM

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Originally Posted by BobT

Nothing out there to reset the service light on the latest M821 nor the Supersport. Both have the same ECU. I have the lead, but it is no use. I own the Supersport and the wife the M821.

Turns out that due to the tinkering with the electric wiring (fancy ignition switch) from the previous owner, Ducati is unable to read my ECU at all.

They recommend to change the wiring loom all together while I personally believe that putting the ignition back to its original place should be just fine.

The service light is still there at the moment.

The issue I've experienced in the beginning though with the red light flashing (only once) have never reappeared and the mechanic can't find anything wrong with the bike.

21-07-2018, 11:24 AM	#1
Maurizio245 Guest Posts: n/a	Service light monster 821 hey guys, just picked up my Monster 821 (few days ago) from the Ducati mechanic after the first service and the service light is always on. Last night I had an issue with the bike while going at 65mph (heading home after work) as the red light (warning) came on and I experienced a sudden loss of power. I believe that the service light in interfering with how the bike runs but I could be wrong. I have the bike booked in to reset the ECU (next week) Has anyone experienced something similar? Thank you for your help in advance.

23-07-2018, 06:57 AM	#4
BeePee Registered User Join Date: May 2012 Location: GALSTON Bike: S2r Posts: 215	Red means STOP ! If you get a red indicator light don't mess around in case you cause severe damage, what was the light ? __________________

23-07-2018, 12:06 PM	#6
mickj Registered User Join Date: Jun 2018 Location: Clevedon Bike: M1200s Posts: 554	Is there any software available to reset the error codes on the new bikes? Will tuneecu work? __________________ Keep the rubber side down. Mick

23-07-2018, 12:40 PM	#7
Mossleymonster Registered User Join Date: Nov 2017 Location: Barnsley Bike: M1100s Posts: 238	JPDiag website will help you, I don't know which ecu you have though. Also, you'll need a lead ...https://www.lonelec.co.uk/index.php?...&product_id=83 __________________ Always remember. Your home is at risk if you set fire to it.

21-07-2018, 04:47 PM	#2
slob . Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: East London Bike: Multiple Monsters Posts: 9,710	Service light has nothing to do with it. I’ve had one on the 1200 I’ve been riding for 700km. I borrowed it with 450km on the clock and it came on at 1000km (600 miles). The factory mechanic who’s responsible for servicing (DRE) said don’t worry, oil was changed at 400km but the warning can’t be cancelled until it reaches 1000. Either you had your first service just before 600 miles or your dealer forgot to reset the counter. Get the bike to your dealer and get them to plug in the DDS and sort whatever is causing the engine light/get you home mode.

22-07-2018, 11:21 AM	#3
Wildfire Guest Posts: n/a	You can't turn out the Service indicator unless you have the correct software, but it won't make any difference to the performance of the bike. If you have had a red light and power loss something else is up.

23-07-2018, 02:35 PM	#8
BobT Guest Posts: n/a	Nothing out there to reset the service light on the latest M821 nor the Supersport. Both have the same ECU. I have the lead, but it is no use. I own the Supersport and the wife the M821.