Ducati Diavel Service Manual: 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 flange (5) external diameter.
Place the rear sprocket flange (5) on sprocket (17) by inserting it on cush drive damper pins (6).
Apply prescribed threadlocker on the nut threads (4).
Start the nuts on the cush drive damper pins (6) threaded side.
Tighten the nuts (4) to a torque of 44 nm +/- 10% (sect. 3 - 3, Frame torque settings), following a cross-pattern sequence.
Check for wear following the instructions given at the beginning of this section.
To refit the nut (2) follow the specifications for the wheel fixing nut, in sect. 7 - 2, Refitting the rear wheel.
Position the clip (1) as shown.
Washing the chain
Chains with o-rings must be washed in oil, diesel fuel or paraffin (kerosene).
Do not use fuel, trichloroethylene or other solvents which will damage the rubber o-rings. For the same reason use only sprays specifically formulated for use with o-ring chains.
Replacing of the rear sprocket
Lock the wheel axle rotation.
Remove the clip (1).
Loosen the locking nut (2) with a socket wrench.
Fully unscrew the nut (2) and remove the washer (3) and the flange (5) with the
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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.
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Other materials:
Reassembling the front footrest brackets
To reassemble the brackets (6) and (21) carry out the removal procedure in
the reverse order; tighten the screws (7) to a
torque of 25 nm +/- 10% (sect. 3 - 3, Frame torque settings).
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Engine temperature sensor
Introduction
The engine control system on the diavel uses a sensor that measures the
temperature of the coolant (engine
temperature). This sensor has a resistance of ntc type (negative temperature
coefficient), that reduces its own value
when the temperature increases. The engine temperature ...
Removal of the exhaust system
Remove the silencer, as described in the paragraph "removing the silencer" of
this section.
Loosen the screws (28) and remove the exhaust by-pass valve cover (27).
Turn the exhaust valve pulley (a) to facilitate the throttle cable (25)
output.
Release the end fitting (b) of the cable ...