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Ducati Diavel Service Manual: Removal of the shock absorber support

Ducati Diavel Service Manual / Chassis / Rear shock absorber assembly / 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).

Removal of the shock absorber support


Removal of the shock absorber support


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 ...

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Check the condition of the front coupling dogs of the gears. They must be in perfect condition and with no sign of wear on the edges of the teeth. The idler gears must rotate freely on their shafts. When refitting, make sure the circlips are correctly positioned. Check the needle roller ...

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