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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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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) ...

Check the engine oil pressure
Note The on-screen icons used during this procedure are explained in a table at the end of this section. To measure the pressure of the lubrication circuit, use the engine oil pressure test point (19) as described below. Disconnect the wiring connector (f) of pressure switch (1) and rem ...

Removing of the rear footrests
The removal of the rear footrests is described for the right side but it is the same for both. Undo the pin (13) and remove the rh rear footrest (12) from the frame. Recover washer (8) and the o-rings (9). If necessary remove the rubber footrest (11) of the footrest (12). ...

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