Ducati Diavel Owners Manual: Chain lubrication
The chain fitted on your motorcycle has o-rings that keep dirt out of and lubricant inside the sliding parts.
So as not to damage these seals when cleaning the chain, use special solvents and avoid aggressive washing with highpressure steam cleaners.
After cleaning, blow the chain dry with compressed air or wipe with an absorbent material, then lubricate each link with shell advance chain or advance teflon chain.
Important
Using non-specific lubricants may cause severe damage to the chain and the front and rear sprockets.
Checking drive chain tension
Important
Have chain tension adjusted by a ducati dealer or
authorised service centre.
Make the rear wheel turn until you find the position where
chain is tightest.
Set the vehicle on the side ...
Replacing the high and low beam bulbs
Before replacing a burnt-out bulb, make sure that the new
bulb complies with the voltage and wattage specified in the
"wiring diagram", page 179. Always test the new bulb
before refitting ...
Other materials:
Specific tools for the engine
88713.2011.Tool to lock crankshaft at top dead centre
88713.2676 .Wrench for tightening cylinder head nuts
88713.2103 Stand for cylinder head assembly
88765.1657 Timing check tool
88713.1821 Wrench for tightening timing belt tensioner pulley shafts
88713.2861 Camshaft oi ...
Resetting turn indicators not possible - accessing dashboard menu not
possible
Fault codes
Dds: no fault code displayed
Dashboard: no fault code displayed
Location of connections and components
Location of left hand handlebar switchgear set connection.
Pin numbering for wiring harness side dashboard connector.
Checks
Test turn indicator reset button function. Wh ...
Refitting the lubrication system
Note
Before fitting the pipes (7), it is recommended to check the presence of
the o-rings (e). Lubricate them by using engine
oil.
If the nipples (5) have been removed from the radiator insert a washer (6) on
each nipple (5) and apply specific
threadlocker on threads on the radiator side ...