Ducati Diavel Service Manual: Frame inspection

Refitting the side stand

Place the stand plate on the rear shock absorber support; bring adjuster (14) in line with bracket (s) and start the screw (12) in the nut behind the bracket (s). Insert the screws (11), (3) and ...

Disassembly of structural components and the frame

Before carrying out dimensional checks on the frame, you must remove all the superstructures fitted, referring to the removal procedures outlined in the sections of this manual. The rear subfram ...

Other materials:

Inspection of the gear selector drum
Use a gauge to measure the clearance between fork pin and the slot on the selector drum. If the service limit is exceeded, determine which part must be replaced by comparing these dimensions with those of new components (sect. 3 - 1.1, Gearbox). Also check the wear on the drum support pin ...

Timing system
Desmodromic (type) with four valves per cylinder, operated by eight rocker arms (4 opening rockers and 4 closing rockers) and two overhead camshafts. It is operated by the crankshaft through spur gears, belt rollers and toothed belts. Desmodromic timing system (fig. 159) Opening (or upp ...

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 ...