Ducati Diavel Service Manual: Removal of the shock absorber support
Remove the rear brake master cylinder (sect. 7 - 4, Removing of the rear brake control).
Remove the rear shock absorber (see removal of the rear shock absorber of this section).
Loosen the screws (2) and (7) and their nuts (35).
Remove the side stand (sect. 7 - 16, Removing of the side stand).
Refitting the rear suspension
Lubricate the thread and underside of the special screw (1).
Insert the lower side of the shock absorber into the swingarm and insert the
screw (1).
Tighten the screw (1) to a torque of 45 nm ...
Refitting the shock absorber support
If you had removed them, apply recommended grease on the threads of the
adjusters (4) and the ring nuts (3) having
care not to have grease on the surface (c) of the adjusters.
Tighten the adjust ...
Other materials:
Overhaul of the flywheel-alternator assembly
Examine the inner part of alternator rotor (24) for signs of damage. Check
that the starter clutch is working properly and
that the needle races do not show signs of wear or damage of any kind. If there
is any malfunction, remove the whole
assembly.
Disassembling the generator flywheel
U ...
Adjusting the chain tension
Make the rear wheel turn until you find the position where chain is tightest.
Set the vehicle on the side stand. Push down
the chain at the point of measurement and release. Measure the distance between
the "aperture" upper profile and pin
centre.
The read distance must be: 9 to 11 mm.
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Refitting the lubrication system
Note
Before fitting the pipes (7), it is recommended to check the presence of
the o-rings (e). Lubricate them by using engine
oil.
If the nipples (5) have been removed from the radiator insert a washer (6) on
each nipple (5) and apply specific
threadlocker on threads on the radiator side ...