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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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Pre-ride checks
Warning failure to carry out these checks before riding, may lead to motorcycle damage and injury to rider and passenger. Before riding, perform a thorough check-up on your bike as follows: Fuel level in the tank Check the fuel level in the tank. Fill tank if needed (page 140). Engine oil le ...

Clock setting function
This function sets the clock. To access the function it is necessary to view the "setting" menu page 48, using button (1, fig. 14) ?" "or (2, fig. 14) ?""select the "clock"function and press the reset button (12, fig. 12) To confirm. In the follow ...

Anti-pollution system and auto-adaptive strategy
Efficacy of the catalytic converter and oxygen sensors To comply with current emissions legislation, the diavel is equipped with a trivalent catalytic converter, which oxidises co (carbon monoxide) and hc (unburnt hydrocarbons) and reduces nox (nitrogen oxides). The image shows the exhaus ...

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