2006 Ducati Monster S4 R problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Fuel System, Gasoline (12)
Safety recalls (0)
No recalls on record for this model year (campaigns announced since 2010).
Service bulletins (26)
Technical service bulletins are repair instructions manufacturers send dealers for known issues. Unlike recalls, the fix is not automatically free — but naming the bulletin at the service desk can save diagnosis time and support goodwill repairs.
Suspension 2024-01-18 · SRV-SRB-24-001 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
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 technicians from mistaking oozing oil or assembly grease, for legit
Service Brakes, Hydraulic 2023-07-17 · SRV-SRB-23-036 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
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 information to correctly bleed the front brake system of the var
Power Train 2023-07-13 · SRV-SRB-23-037 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
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 12/31/2019, srv-srb-20-050 published on 11/24/2020. it provi
Engine And Engine Cooling 2023-07-10 · SRV-SRB-23-018R1 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
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 and engine oil leaks. the use of a prescribed leak trace powde
Engine And Engine Cooling 2023-06-16 · SRV-SRB-23-031 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
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 crankcase covers. the bulletin further provides cleaning instruction
Vehicle Speed Control 2023-06-06 · TTB-23-001 rev07 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
tips and tricks revision 7 summary. range and motor error codes for the multistrada; assembly procedure of the brake caliper mounting plate when refitting the rear wheel for the monster; oil seal install instructions on dry clutch housing for the panigale; and timing layshift seal removal for a all
Showing the 6 most recent of 26 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2011-03-18 · Fuel System, Gasoline · 11,556 mi“2006 ducati monster s2r gas tank is expanding and flexing. eventual failure would lead to fuel leaking onto hot engine and exhaust parts. *tr…”
2011-02-28 · Fuel System, Gasoline · 7,127 mi“my motorcycle has a plastic gas tank which has begun to expand. the outside dimensions of the tank have increased and it now does not sit correctly in the frame, the handlebars hit it on turning, and it presses against the ignition switch. previously it opened and closed without problems, now i have to wedge it against the ignition switch to clo…”
2011-01-13 · Fuel System, Gasoline · 12,000 mi“plastic fuel tank swelling. *tr…”
2010-12-05 · Fuel System, Gasoline · 6,100 mi“i own a 2006 ducati monster s2r-1000 (purchased new 11/2006), and it has a plastic gas tank that has become distorted from its original shape. my fuel tank has become distorted on the left/ right sides of the tank in the area where my knees touch the tank. there is some type of demformation around the gas cap, which is causing the pain…”
2010-09-25 · Fuel System, Gasoline · 950 mi“i have a 2006 ducati monster s2r1000 with approximately 2500 miles on it. my motorcycle has a plastic gas tank which has begun to expand. the outside dimensions of the tank have increased and it now does not sit correctly in the frame, the handlebars hit it on turning, and it presses against the ignition switch. previously it opened and c…”
2010-06-23 · Fuel System, Gasoline · 5,000 mi“plastic gas tank expanding on ducati monster s2r1000. tank has not ruptured or failed yet, but continued expansion could cause damage. *tr…”
2010-06-20 · Fuel System, Gasoline · 12,000 mi“the plastic gas tank on my motorcycle is swelling, causing it to not fit properly on the frame anymore. it is also interfering with the ignition switch and tank latch mechanism. there is also cosmetic damage (ripples) on the side of the tank. am worried that tank will eventually fail or leak. *tr…”
2010-06-19 · Fuel System, Gasoline · 3,400 mi“the gas tank on my 2006 ducati monster s2r has expanded in both width and length. the larger dimensions now allow the handlebars to hit the tank which could cause a loss of control/crash. another worrisome issue with an ever-expanding plastic gas tank is the fact that it sits in your lap while riding. not really where i would want a sudden expulsio…”
2009-12-04 · Fuel System, Gasoline · 9,500 mi“my motorcycle has a plastic gas tank which has begun to expand. the outside dimensions of the tank have increased and it now does not sit correctly in the frame, the handlebars nearly hit it on turning, and it nearly presses against the ignition switch. the rubber mounts no longer sit on the frame - they each sit out 1/4 to 1/2". i have not sign…”
2009-11-10 · Fuel System, Gasoline · 8,000 mi“recently found that my fuel tank on my 2006 ducati monster s2r 800 motorcycle has expanded and is becoming deformed causing contact between latch and ignition switch. also found that the tank no longer properly rests on the frame. *tr…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.