Ducati Diavel Owners Manual: Moving off
- Disengage the clutch by squeezing the clutch lever.
- Push down the gear change lever firmly with the tip of your foot to engage first gear.
- Raise the engine revs by turning the throttle twistgrip while gradually releasing the clutch lever. The motorcycle will start moving.
- Release the clutch lever completely and accelerate.
- To shift up, close the throttle to slow down engine, disengage the clutch, lift the gear change lever and let go of clutch lever.
To shift down, proceed as follows: release the twistgrip, pull the clutch control lever, shortly speed up to help gears synchronise, shift down (engage next lower gear) and release the clutch.
The controls should be used correctly and timely: when riding uphill, do not hesitate to shift down as soon as the motorcycle starts to slow down, so you will avoid stressing the engine and the motorcycle abnormally.
Important
Avoid sudden acceleration, as this may lead to misfiring and transmission snatching. The clutch lever should not be held in longer than necessary after a gear is engaged, otherwise friction parts may overheat and wear out.
Warning
Prolonged rearing could deactivate the abs system.
Engine on/off
Warning
Before starting the engine, become familiar with the
controls you will need to use when riding (page 99).
Warning
Never start or run the engine indoors. Exhaust gases
are toxic and may ...
Braking
Slow down in time, shift down to engine-brake first and then
brake applying both brakes. Pull the clutch lever before
stopping the motorcycle, to avoid sudden engine stop.
Abs system
Using the bra ...
Other materials:
Radiator fan relay
Introduction
The radiator fans are powered via a specific relay, which is enabled by the
engine control unit.
Component assembling position
A injection relay; b etv relay (throttle valve actuator motor), c radiator
fan relay, d engine control unit.
Location of right hand fan connecti ...
Reassembly of the crankcase halves
The crankcase halves must be in good condition and perfectly clean. The
mating surfaces must be perfectly flat and free
from burrs.
Overhauling the alternator-side crankcase half
The following parts must be present on the internal side of the crankcase
half:
Gearbox secondary shaft bearin ...
Steering head: front fork
Screw
Screw
Steering head
Bottom yoke
Left fork leg assembly
Right fork leg assembly
Counter nut
Damper assembly
Bush
Spring
Preload tube
Collar
Washer
Top cap assembly
Screw
Washer
Adjuster screw
Special washer
Fork tube + calliper unit
Dust cap
Sealin ...