Ducati Diavel Service Manual: 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 ...
Other materials:
Removal of the fuel tank
On the usa version remove the canister filter as indicated in sect. 8 - 10,
"Removal of the evaporative emissions
canister".
Loosen and remove the front retaining screw (4)
Remove the flange cover (a) by loosening the screws (b), disconnect the
quick-release fittings (c) from the fl ...
Fault indication
The dds (diagnosis ducati system) indicates all active errors and all
inactive but stored errors gathered by the bbs. A
simplified summary of the active errors is also shown in the master dashboard
service display when the dashboard is
switched on. Simultaneously, the eobd warning light is als ...
High engine coolant temperature
The activation of this (amber yellow) "warning" indicates
that the engine coolant temperature is high.
It is activated when the temperature reaches 121C (250f).
Note
In this case, ducati recommends stopping and shutting
off the engine immediately; make sure that the fans are
workin ...