I rarely use it though it is extremely useful in some situations, especially when riding with a pillion. Try using a bit more throttle when pulling away.
As others have already said It should release when you engage the clutch to pull away If it doesn’t do that, it isn’t working correctly, get your dealer to take a look
Yep, agreed it isn't working correctly. I also agree that Ducati should have given us the option to disable it completely though, especially since it can obviously act up.
Thanks for all help. I'll talk to my dealer. Perhaps the dis-able option will be available in a future software update.
How do you enable it? i haven't got it to work so far and i could have done with it on a couple of occasions.
Just pull on the brake lever really hard when you're at a standstill .You'll get a little yellow icon on the dash to confirm its on. It'll then flash as it's about to switch off about 10 seconds later.
Short answer, yes! Long answer, from the manual: Vehicle Hold Control (VHC) The Multistrada ABS is provided with the Vehicle Hold Control (VHC). This system, when activated, keeps the vehicle at a standstill by quickly activating the rear brake with no need to apply braking power to the brake lever or pedal. The system allows the user to enjoy a more comfortable restart while just having to control the clutch and throttle pressure. This function is activated when the user, with a bike at a standstill and with folded side stand, applies a high pressure on the front or rear brake levers. It can be activated when vehicle is turned on (Key-ON). Upon its activation, according to the vehicle status, the system calculates and applies a pressure to the rear system by acting on the pump and the ABS control unit valves. The system can be activated at all ABS levels (including ABS OFF) and its activation is indicated by the following warning light turning on. The same warning light will start blinking when the system is about to release the rear brake pressure and thus to stop keeping the vehicle at standstill: pressure will be decreased gradually. Note This function is disabled when the user starts or pulls the front brake lever twice in close sequence or after 9 seconds from the activation, or when the user opens the side stand. Warning The system can not be compared with a parking brake: during its activation we recommend keeping your hands on the handlebar in order to take control of the vehicle as soon as the system is disabled
I must admit I love it. Over Easter I was riding some very naggery roads with all sorts of horrible steep junctions I must admit it did come in very useful. Under normal riding I don't find it activates. As others say the only thing I would change is the duration as 10 seconds isnt long enough. Desperado
