AiM User Guide: Kit for EVO4/EVO4S and Solo/SoloDL on Ducati 848, 1098, 1198
Release 1.06
1 Models and Years
This user guide explains how to install AiM Solo and SoloDL on Ducati bikes and how to connect EVO4, EVO4S, and SoloDL to the bike's Engine Control Unit (ECU). Supported models and years are:
- 848 (2007-2011)
- 848 EVO (2007-2011)
- 848 EVO Corse (2007-2011)
- 1098 (2007-2009)
- 1098 S (2007-2009)
- 1098 S Tricolore (2007-2009)
- 1098 R (2007-2009)
- 1198 (2009-2011)
- 1198 S (2009-2011)
- 1198 S Corse (2009-2011)
- 1198 R Corse (2009-2011)
- 1198 SP (2009-2011)
Please note: Kits described in this user guide are only compatible with Ducati bikes equipped with the DDA (Ducati Data Analyzer) connector.
Warning: For these models/years, AiM recommends not to remove the stock dash. Doing so will disable some of the bike's functions or safety controls. AiM Tech srl will not be held responsible for any consequences that may result from the replacement of the original instrumentation cluster.
2 Solo/SoloDL Kit and EVO4/EVO4S Connection Cable
AiM has developed an installation kit with a bracket and ECU interface cable for Solo/SoloDL, and a connection cable for EVO4 and EVO4S.
2.1 Kit and Bracket for Solo/SoloDL
The Solo/SoloDL installation kit is shown below. The part number is: V02569170CS.
The kit includes:
- 1 bracket (1)
- 2 4x10 Allen screws with countersunk head (2)
- 2 M4 self-locking nuts (3)
- 1 AiM interface cable for Ducati 848/1098/1198 (4)
The AiM cable (4) and bracket (1) can also be purchased separately as spare parts:
- SoloDL cable for Ducati 848/1098/1198: V02569170
- Solo/SoloDL bracket for Ducati 848/1098/1198: DNKTKPFDUC
[Image Description: The AiM Solo/SoloDL installation kit for Ducati includes a metal bracket, two Allen screws, two nuts, and a black cable with different connectors on each end.]
2.2 AiM Cable for SoloDL and EVO4S
The AiM cable for SoloDL on Ducati bikes is shown below; its part number is: V02569170.
The cable connects a 7-pin Binder 712 male connector (solder termination view) to a 4-pin FCI male connector (contact insertion view). The wiring scheme is:
- Pin 1 (White): CAN+
- Pin 2 (Blue): CAN-
- Pin 3 (Red): Vbext
- Pin 4 (nc): Not connected
- Pin 5 (nc): Not connected
- Pin 6 (nc): Not connected
- Pin 7 (Black): GND
[Image Description: AiM cable for SoloDL/EVO4S showing a 7-pin Binder connector and a 4-pin FCI connector with a wiring diagram indicating CAN+, CAN-, Vbext, GND, and unused pins.]
2.3 AiM Cable for EVO4
The AiM cable for EVO4 on Ducati bikes is shown below; its part number is: V02563150.
The cable connects a 5-pin Binder 712 male connector (solder termination view) to a 4-pin FCI male connector (contact insertion view). The wiring scheme is:
- Pin 1 (nc): Not connected
- Pin 2 (White): CAN+
- Pin 3 (Red): Not connected
- Pin 4 (nc): Not connected
- Pin 5 (Black): GND
[Image Description: AiM cable for EVO4 showing a 5-pin Binder connector and a 4-pin FCI connector with a wiring diagram indicating CAN+, GND, and unused pins.]
3 Installation and Connection
This section provides instructions for installing Solo and SoloDL on your Ducati bike and connecting EVO4, EVO4S, and SoloDL to the bike's ECU. The EVO4 cable is long enough to allow installation of the logger under the bike seat.
3.1 Installation of Solo and SoloDL
To install Solo/SoloDL on your Ducati bike:
- Fix the AiM bracket for Ducati to the Solo bracket using the two Allen screws provided in the kit.
- Remove the steering wheel dumper. Start by unscrewing the Uniball screw highlighted.
- Remove the screw of the steering wheel dumper collar, enlarging the collar.
- Slide off the stem of the steering wheel dumper.
- Remove the screw that locks the collar to the steering plate and remove the collar from the bike.
- Hook the AiM bracket for Ducati, rotating it as shown in the image.
- Replace the steering wheel dumper collar, using the proper screw and locking the AiM bracket for Ducati between the collar and the fork plate.
- Replace the stem in the collar, re-screwing its screws and replacing the Uniball screw to fix it to the frame pivot.
- Hook the Solo logger into its housing.
[Image Description: Step-by-step visual guide showing the process of mounting the AiM bracket onto the motorcycle's steering assembly, including removing and re-installing components like the dumper, collar, and stem.]
3.2 Connection of SoloDL, EVO4, and EVO4S to the ECU
To connect EVO4, EVO4S, and SoloDL to the bike's ECU, use the connector found under the passenger seat.
- Open the bike tail and remove the connector cup highlighted in the image.
- Once the cup is removed, the connector will be visible.
- Connect the AiM wiring to the Ducati wiring as shown.
- Route the cable to the logger.
- To reach the SoloDL, pass the cable between the fuel tank and the bike frame. Please avoid positions where the cable would be exposed to direct heat.
- Connect the cable to the SoloDL logger.
[Image Description: Visuals showing the location of the ECU connector under the motorcycle seat, the connector itself, the AiM wiring harness, and the process of routing the cable and connecting it to the logger.]
4 Configuring with Race Studio 2
Before connecting the bike's ECU to EVO4, EVO4S, and SoloDL, set these up using AiM Race Studio software. The parameters to select in the logger configuration are:
- ECU Manufacturer: "Ducati"
- ECU Model: "1098/S"
5 "Ducati" "1098/S" Protocol
Channels received by EVO4, EVO4S, and SoloDL connected to the Ducati "1098/S" protocol are:
| ID | CHANNEL NAME | FUNCTION |
|---|---|---|
| ECU_1 | DUCATI_RPM | RPM |
| ECU_2 | DUCATI_SPEED | Vehicle speed |
| ECU_3 | DUCATI_TPS | Throttle position |
| ECU_4 | DUCATI_ECT | Engine coolant temperature |
| ECU_5 | DUCATI_AIRTEMP | Intake air temperature |
Technical note: Not all data channels outlined in the ECU template are validated for each manufacturer model or variant; some of the outlined channels are model and year specific, and therefore may not be applicable.
