Ducati Diavel Service Manual: 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:
Indicator air - air temperature
This function shows the external temperature.
Display limits: -39C ÷ +124C
In the event of a sensor fault (-40C,+125C or
disconnected), a string of dashes "- - -" (not flashing) is
displayed and the "engine/vehicle diagnosis - eobd" light
(7, fig. 4) Comes on.
N ...
Suspensions
Front
Hydraulic upside-down fork provided with external adjusters
for rebound and compression damping and preload (for inner
springs of fork legs).
Stanchion diameter:
50 mm, coated.
Rear wheel travel:
120 mm
Rear
The shock absorber is adjustable for rebound and
compression, with remot ...
Spark plugs replacement
Check the colour of the ceramic insulation around the central electrode:
an even, light brown colour indicates the engine is in good condition and
running at the right temperature.
Inspect the centre electrode for wear and check spark plug gap, which should be:
0.8+/-0.1 Mm.
Important
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