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Ducati Diavel Service Manual: Lubricating the chain

Ducati Diavel Service Manual / Chassis / Final drive / Lubricating the chain

O-ring chains have sealed, life-lubed link studs and bushes. However, these chains need lubricating at regular intervals to protect metal parts of the chain and the o-rings.

Lubrication also serves to keep the o-rings soft and pliable to ensure the maximum sealing efficiency.

Using a brush, apply a thin protective layer of high-density gearbox oil along the entire length of the chain both inside and outside (sec. 3 - 2, Fuel, lubricants and other fluids).

Refitting the rear sprocket
Check the cush drive bushes (6) condition and, if necessary, replace them by removing them from the flange. Refitting is the reverse of removal. Apply recommended grease on the rear sprocket f ...

Footrest brackets
Rubber footrest Right front footrest Pin Spring Circlip Right footrest bracket Screw Washer O-ring Bush Rubber pad Right rear footrest Pin Ball Spring Plate Scre ...

Other materials:

Swingarm
Swingarm pivot Washer Special screw Bush Sealing ring Roller bearing Special screw Rear swingarm Spacer Bearing Spacer Spacer Hose clip Pin Chain slider (lower) Washer O-ring Calliper mounting bracket Circlip Spacer Inner ring Hub Cable grommet Ch ...

General maintenance indications
Useful tips Ducati recommends that you follow the instructions below in order to prevent problems and obtain the best end result: When diagnosing faults, primary consideration should always be given to what the customer reports about motorcycle operation since this information can highli ...

Check the engine oil pressure
Note The on-screen icons used during this procedure are explained in a table at the end of this section. To measure the pressure of the lubrication circuit, use the engine oil pressure test point (19) as described below. Disconnect the wiring connector (f) of pressure switch (1) and rem ...

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