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:
Removal of the clutch-side crankcase cover
Unscrew the screws (2), (3) and (5) securing the clutch-side crankcase cover
(1).
Tap around the edge of the cover with a plastic mallet to detach it from the
crankcase half.
Remove the clutch cover (1) paying attention to the centring bushing (12).
Check the condition of the cent ...
Fuel pressure test
Note
The on-screen icons used during this procedure are explained in a table at
the end of this section.
Undo the screws (2) and remove the flange cover (1).
Remove one of the two pipes of the fuel system (3).
Use the fuel pressure pipe (4) part no. 590.1.189.1A by connecting one e ...
Overhaul of the gearbox
Check the condition of the front coupling dogs of the gears. They must be in
perfect condition and with no sign of wear on
the edges of the teeth.
The idler gears must rotate freely on their shafts.
When refitting, make sure the circlips are correctly positioned.
Check the needle roller ...