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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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Guided diagnosis
Note The on-screen icons used during this procedure are explained in a table at the end of this section. The dds diagnosis instrument guides the operator step-by-step through the various diagnostic procedures, providing descriptions and documentation for motorcycle components, wiring diagra ...

Residual range indication when the service is due
After resetting the first oil service warning (triggered at 1000 km), upon every key-on the system displays the indication of which type of service should be performed next (oil service or desmo service) and the residual range. A (green) warning (1, fig. 32) Is activated for 2 seconds on ever ...

Refitting the lubrication system
Note Before fitting the pipes (7), it is recommended to check the presence of the o-rings (e). Lubricate them by using engine oil. If the nipples (5) have been removed from the radiator insert a washer (6) on each nipple (5) and apply specific threadlocker on threads on the radiator side ...

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