Ducati Diavel Service Manual: Refitting the front brake master cylinder
Insert the front brake master cylinder unit (1) on the right side of the handlebar to bring the terminal internal edge in correspondence to the bolted joints (a).
Fit the terminal (12) on the handlebar inserting the screws (15).
Tighten the terminal (12) retaining screws to a torque of 10 nm +/- 10% (sect. 3 - 3, Frame torque settings) following the sequence 1-2-1 starting from the upper screw.
Locate the pipe with sealing washers (4) on the master cylinder assembly (1) and secure it with the special screw (3), without tightening it.
Warning
An incorrectly positioned hose can cause clutch faults and interfere with moving parts.
Orientate the pipe (24) as illustrated in the figure and then tighten the special screw (3) to a torque of 23 nm +/- 10% (sect. 3 - 3, Frame torque settings).
In order to fit the pipe (24) and the retaining clips, follow instructions in sect. 7 - 6, Flexible wiring/hoses positioning.
Removal of the front brake master cylinder
Warning
The brake master cylinder manufacturer advises against servicing the
brake master cylinder due to the safety critical
nature of this component. Incorrect overhaul of these critical safety ...
Maintenance operations
Warning
Brake fluid is corrosive and will damage paintwork. Avoid contact
with eyes and skin. In case of accidental contact, wash
the affected area with abundant running water and consult a doctor ...
Other materials:
Background setting function for the instrument panel on tank - dashboard 1
This function allows setting the "background" of the
instrument panel on tank.
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 "back light" function
a ...
Refitting the steering head components
Important
The steering tube bearings (6) are identical but in no case may their
components be swapped around during reassembly.
Clean all contact surfaces and lubricate with the recommended grease.
To fit the external rings (c) of the bearings (6) to the steering tube, use the
tool with par ...
Operating principle
The ducati abs brake system manages the front and rear brakes separately. A
pulse generator (phonic wheel), with a
ring of slots, is fixed onto each wheel. On the left calliper mounting bracket
of the front fork and on the rear brake calliper
holder plate are hall effect sensors which detect t ...