Ducati Diavel Service Manual: Removal of the clutch transmission unit
Warning
The manufacturer of the clutch transmission unit (15) advises against servicing of its internal parts due to the safetycritical nature of this component.
Incorrect overhaul of these critical safety components can endanger rider and passenger safety.
The only components that should be renewed are the complete clutch transmission unit, the bleed valve, the seals and the complete clutch pushrod assembly.
Undo the screws (11) and slide out the clutch slave cylinder (r).
Remove the dust gaiter (16) and the bleed valve (17) and unscrew the screw (18), taking care to recover the gaskets (19): the unit (r) is now disconnected from the pipe (4).
Push in the piston to force out all the fluid from inside the cap.
At this point, it is possible to slide also the clutch gear rod (14).
Refitting the clutch master cylinder assembly
Insert the clutch master cylinder assembly (3) and the clamp (6) on the left
handlebar, so that the top mating faces
match the mark (z) on the handlebar as shown.
Couple terminal (6) to th ...
Refitting the clutch transmission unit
Position pipe (4) on the clutch slave cylinder (r).
Position the two seals (19) and tighten the screw (18) to a torque of 23 nm +/-
10% (sect. 3 - 3, Frame torque settings).
Refit the bleed valv ...
Other materials:
Reassembly of the timing pulleys
Fit the pulley (11) on the flange (24), aligning the timing mark (d) on the
pulley with the timing mark on the (e) on the
flange.
Install the washer (23) up against the pulley, aligning the timing notch (f)
with the timing marks on the pulley and the
flange.
Insert the three screws (22) ...
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 ...
Checking and overhauling the components
Clearance between the clutch drum and friction plates
Insert a friction plate (e) in the clutch drum (f) and measure the clearance
(s) with a feeler gauge.
Clearance "s" must not exceed 0.6 Mm.
If it does, renew the plates and, if necessary, the clutch drum.
Overhaul of the clutch plat ...