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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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Throttle valve position sensor
Introduction The throttle valve position sensor (tps) of the diavel is mounted on the throttle body. The sensor is integrated into the throttle valve actuator motor, which turns the spindle of the vertical cylinder throttle valve directly. The sensor sends information to the engine con ...

Removal of the front footrests
Note The removal of the front footrests is described only for the right one (2) but it is the same also for the left one. Remove the circlip (5) by releasing the pin (3). Slide the pin (3) off the frame by supporting the footrest (2). Slide off the footrest (2) from its seat and collect th ...

Refitting the steering head components
Important The steering tube bearings (6) are identical but in no case may their components be swapped around during reassembly. Clean all contact surfaces and lubricate with the recommended grease. To fit the external rings (c) of the bearings (6) to the steering tube, use the tool with par ...

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