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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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Chain lubrication
The chain fitted on your motorcycle has o-rings that keep dirt out of and lubricant inside the sliding parts. So as not to damage these seals when cleaning the chain, use special solvents and avoid aggressive washing with highpressure steam cleaners. After cleaning, blow the chain dry with ...

Removal of the timing gears
Slide out driving gear (a) of timing gear pair (13) and remove the woodruff key (14). Relieve the staking on the lock washer (12) of the nut (11). Restrain the driven timing gear by inserting a pin in one of the holes, and unscrew the nut (11). Remove the nut (11), washer (12) ...

Lap registration function
This function describes the "lap" time registration. If the function is activated (see "lap activation/deactivation description), the lap time can be registered as follows: pressing the flash headlight button (6) the first time starts the "lap timer" for the first lap, and the dashboard show ...

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