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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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Inspection of the gear selector forks
Visually inspect the gear selector forks. Bent forks must be renewed as they may lead to difficulties in gear changing or may suddenly disengage when under load. Use a feeler gauge to check the clearance of each fork in its gear groove. If the service limit has been exceeded, check whether ...

Removal of the expansion tank
Loosen the clamp (6), open the hose guide (a) and slide the hose (7) out of the radiator. Open clamps (14) and release the hoses that pass through them. Loosen the screws (16). Remove the tank (12) with its hoses (7) and (20) and the support (15). Loosen the clamp (19) to r ...

Replacing the battery in the active key
Only use 3 volt cr 2032 lithium ion batteries. Note The keys do not need to be reprogrammed after replacing the battery. Remove the metal part of the battery. Use a large sized coin to pry open the shells of the plastic grip (2? coin) as shown in fig. 65. Important Insert the coil on ...

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