Ducati Diavel Owners Manual: Directions for use

Adjusting the rear shock absorber

The rear shock absorber has external commands that enable you to adjust the setting to suit the load on the motorcycle. The adjuster (1, fig. 111) Located on the lower connection holding the shoc ...

Running-in recommendations

Maximum rpm (fig. 114) Rotation speed for running-in period and during standard use (rpm) Up to 1000 km; From 1000 to 2500 km. Up to 1000 km During the first 1000 km, keep an eye on the re ...

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Reassembling the front footrest brackets
To reassemble the brackets (6) and (21) carry out the removal procedure in the reverse order; tighten the screws (7) to a torque of 25 nm +/- 10% (sect. 3 - 3, Frame torque settings). ...

Refitting the fuel tank fairings
Make sure that the following components are fitted on the tank fairing (22): Spacers (18); Seals (20). Fit the clips (19) to the central cover (22) at the positions shown, inserting the tabs (h) into the slots (l). Apply threadlocker to the screws (14). Place the tank fairing (22) ...

Reassembly of structural components and the frame
Check for the nuts with clips (8). Apply recommended grease on the threads of the adjusters (4) and the ring nuts (5) having care not to have grease on the surface (c) of the adjusters. Tighten the adjusters on the ring nut side opposite to that featuring flats until bringing the surfac ...