Ducati Diavel Service Manual: Adjusting the position of the gear change and rear brake pedals
The position of the gear change and rear brake pedals in relation to the footrests can be adjusted to suit the preferred riding position.
To modify the gear change pedal position act in the following mode: hold the linkage (1) and slacken the counter nuts (2) and (3).
Note
Nut (2) has a left-hand thread.
Fit an open-end wrench to hexagonal element of linkage (1) and rotate until setting pedal in the desired position.
Tighten both check nuts onto linkage.
To adjust the position of the rear brake pedal, proceed as follows.
Loosen counter nut (4).
Turn pedal travel adjusting screw (5) until pedal is in the desired position.
Tighten the counter nut (4).
Work pedal by hand to make sure it has 1.5 - 2 Mm free play before brake begins to bite.
If not, check to modify the length of the cylinder push-rod in the following mode.
Slacken off the counter nut (7) on the pushrod.
Screw the rod into the fork (6) to increase play, or unscrew it to reduce play.
Tighten the counter nut (7) and recheck the pedal free play.
Adjusting the clutch lever and front brake lever
The clutch lever (1) is fitted with a span adjuster (2) which serves to alter
the distance of the lever from the handlebar.
The lever distance can be adjusted through 10 clicks of the dial (2). T ...
Adjusting the front fork
The front fork used on this motorcycle has rebound, compression and spring
preload adjustment.
This adjustment is done using the outer adjusters:
Rebound damping;
Inner spring preload;
Co ...
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Cleaning and replacing the spark plugs
Spark plugs are essential to smooth engine running and
should be checked at regular intervals.
The condition of the spark plugs provides a good indication of
how well the engine is running.
Have the spark plugs inspected or replaced at a ducati dealer
or authorised service centre; they will ...
Changing the clutch fluid
Warning
Clutch fluid will damage painted surfaces if spilled on them. It is
also very harmful if it comes into contact with the skin or
with the eyes; in the event of accidental contact wash the affected area with
abundant running water.
Remove cover (1) and membrane from the clutch fluid res ...
Adjusting the steering head bearings
Excessive handlebar play or shaking forks in the steering head indicate that
the play in the steering head bearings
requires adjustment. Proceed as follows:
loosen the clamp screw (1) that holds the steering tube to the steering head.
Slacken the clamp screws (2) securing the steering head ...