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:
Key-on/key-off using the red key on the handlebar with the passive key
A key-on can be performed by pressing the red button (6) on
the handlebar in the hands free on/off position and in
the presence of the passive key (4, fig. 77).
Note
The passive key (4, fig. 77) Has a range of a few cm,
therefore the key (4, fig. 77) Must be positioned near the
antenna (2). R ...
Overall dimensions (mm)
Weights
Weight in running order without fluids and battery: 210 kg.
Carrying full load: 400 kg.
Warning
failure to observe weight limits could result in poor
handling and impair the performance of your motorcycle, and
you may lose control of the vehicle.
Important
Do not use addi ...
Charging the battery
Before charging the battery, it is recommended to remove it
from the motorcycle.
Important
The battery is housed in the cowling, always contact
a ducati dealer or an authorised service centre for its
removal.
Remove the left cowling (1, fig. 137) Loosening:
side screw (2, fig. 137) Retaining ...