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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 ...

Other materials:

Gearchange mechanism
Return spring Washer Special screw Gear pawl assembly Interlock plunger holder Sealing washer Detent ball spring Ball Circlip Selector claw return spring Shim washer Ring Nut Selector drum control fork Gearchange lever pin Shaft with gearchange lever arm Gearch ...

Rear shock absorber assembly
Special screw Screw Nut Grub screw Bush (right) Bush (left) Screw Sealing ring Roller bearing Linkage (left) Shock absorber (rear) Linkage (right) Spacer Special screw Screw Bush Ball joint Rocker arm assembly Support Washer Nut Screw Shock absorber ...

Tips for use on the road
Activate the dtc, select level 8 and ride the motorcycle in your usual style; if the level of dtc intervention seems excessive, try reducing the setting to levels 7, 6, etc., Until you find the level that suits you best. If changes in the grip conditions and/or circuit characteristics and/or ...

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