Ducati Diavel Owners Manual: Checking brake pads for wear
Check brake pads wear through the inspection hole in the callipers.
Change both pads if friction material thickness of even just one pad is about 1 mm.
Warning
Friction material wear beyond this limit would lead to metal support contact with the brake disc thus compromising braking efficiency, disc integrity and rider safety.
Important
Have the brake pads replaced at a ducati dealer or authorised service centre.
Checking brake and clutch fluid level
The levels should not fall below the min marks on the
respective reservoirs.
If the level is too low, air can get into the circuit, thus
impairing the efficiency of the system.
Brake and clutc ...
Lubricating cables and joints
Check the outer sheath of the throttle control and cold start
lever cables for damage at regular intervals. The outer plastic
cover should not be flattened or cracked. Operate the
controls to make ...
Other materials:
Helmet cable
Note
Helmet cable (2, fig. 104) Can be found inside the tool
kit, see "tool kit and accessories" on page 141.
Pass the cable through the helmet and insert the end of the
cable in the pin (3, fig. 104). Leave the helmet hanging and
refit the seat to hold it in place.
Warning
Th ...
The hands free relay
Introduction
This relay provides key on +15 power to all the devices on the motorcycle.
Functionally, it replaces the conventional
ignition switch.
Wiring diagram
The hands free relay receives +12 volt power directly from the battery via
the main 30 a fuse. Hands free - 3: pin 3 on
hand ...
Draining the clutch hydraulic circuit
Warning
Clutch fluid will damage painted surfaces if spilled on them. It is
also very harmful if it comes into contact with the skin or
with the eyes; in the case of accidental contact, wash the affected area
thoroughly with plenty of running water.
Remove the dust cap to expose the bleed val ...