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Ducati Diavel Service Manual: Lubricating the chain

Ducati Diavel Service Manual / Chassis / Final drive / Lubricating the chain

O-ring chains have sealed, life-lubed link studs and bushes. However, these chains need lubricating at regular intervals to protect metal parts of the chain and the o-rings.

Lubrication also serves to keep the o-rings soft and pliable to ensure the maximum sealing efficiency.

Using a brush, apply a thin protective layer of high-density gearbox oil along the entire length of the chain both inside and outside (sec. 3 - 2, Fuel, lubricants and other fluids).

Refitting the rear sprocket
Check the cush drive bushes (6) condition and, if necessary, replace them by removing them from the flange. Refitting is the reverse of removal. Apply recommended grease on the rear sprocket f ...

Footrest brackets
Rubber footrest Right front footrest Pin Spring Circlip Right footrest bracket Screw Washer O-ring Bush Rubber pad Right rear footrest Pin Ball Spring Plate Scre ...

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Replacing the front phonic wheel sensor
Disconnect the front abs sensor (2) connector (a) from the main electric wiring. Open all the retainer clamps of the front abs sensor cable (2): refer to table of sect. 7 - 6, Flexible wiring/hoses positioning. Loosen retaining screw (1) and remove the front abs sensor (2) with ca ...

Reassembly of the cylinder head
The exhaust side can be identified by the three threaded holes on the flange. The intake side can be identified by the presence of four threaded holes on the flange. All the photos in this chapter refer to a vertical cylinder head. Valve guide sealing rings Position the cylinder head o ...

Adjusting the clutch lever and front brake lever
The clutch lever (1) is fitted with a span adjuster (2) which serves to alter the distance of the lever from the handlebar. The lever distance can be adjusted through 10 clicks of the dial (2). Turn clockwise to increase lever distance. Turn the adjuster counter clockwise to decrease lever d ...

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