Ducati Diavel Service Manual: Inspection of the gear selector forks
Visually inspect the gear selector forks. Bent forks must be renewed as they may lead to difficulties in gear changing or may suddenly disengage when under load.
Use a feeler gauge to check the clearance of each fork in its gear groove.
If the service limit has been exceeded, check whether or not it is necessary to replace the gear or the fork by referring to the limits specified for each part (sect. 3 - 1.1, Gearbox).
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 sha ...
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 wi ...
Other materials:
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 clutch fluid must be topped up and changed at the
intervals specified in the scheduled maintenance table ...
Refitting the oil pump
If removed, apply specific threadlocker on the bushing (7) outer thread, and
screw it in the crankcase half, observing the
height.
Position the reference bushings (15) and the oil sealing o-rings (2) and (4)
according to the crankcase lubrication
channels.
Position the oil pump on th ...
Removal of the water pump
Note
For clarity, the figures show the engine removed from the frame.
Loosen and remove the water pump cover (12) fixing screws (13) to the
generator cover (16).
Remove the water pump cover (12).
Clean the pump housing of any scale. Check the bearings wear by turning the
impeller s ...