Ducati Diavel Owners Manual: Tubeless tyres
Front tyre pressure: 2.50 Bar (rider only) - 2.6 Bar (with passenger and/or bags) rear tyre pressure: 2.50 Bar (rider only) - 2.6 Bar (with passenger and/or bags) as tyre pressures are affected by changes in temperature and altitude; check and adjust them whenever you are riding in areas where there are large variations in temperature or altitude.
Important
Check and adjust the pressures with the tyres cold.
To prevent distortion of the front wheel rim, increase tyre pressure by 0.2×0.3 Bar when riding on bumpy roads.
Tyre repair or change (tubeless tyres)
With minor punctures, tubeless tyres take a long time to deflate, as they tend to hold the air inside. If you find low pressure on one tyre, check the tyre for punctures.
Warning
Punctured tyres must be renewed.
Replace with tyres of the original brand and type.
Be sure to tighten the valve caps securely to avoid leaks when riding. Never fit tyres with inner tubes, as these can cause the tyre to burst suddenly, with possibly serious consequences for the rider and passenger.
After renewing a tyre, the wheel must be balanced.
Important
Do not remove or alter the position of the wheel balancing weights.
Note
Have the tyres replaced at a ducati dealer or authorised service centre. Correct removal and installation of the wheels is essential.
As some parts of the abs (such as sensors and phonic wheels) are mounted to the wheels and require specific adjustment.
Minimum tread depth
Measure tread depth (s, fig. 155) At the point where tread is most worn down.
It should not be less than 2 mm, and in any case not less than the legal limit.
Important
Visually inspect the tyres at regular intervals for cracks and cuts, especially on the side walls, and bulges or large stains that indicate internal damage. Replace them if badly damaged.
Remove any stones or other foreign bodies stuck in the tread.
Rear-view mirror adjustment
The rear-view mirror can be adjusted manually by pressing
points (a).
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Checking engine oil level
Check the engine oil level through the sight glass (1) on the
clutch cover. When checking oil level, the motorcycle should
be perfectly upright and the engine cold. The oil level should
be between ...
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Traction control (dtc) deactivated
The activation of this (amber yellow) "warning" indicates
that dtc (ducati traction control) has been turned off.
Note
In this case, ducati recommends being very careful
when riding as the vehicle behaviour will be different in
comparison to when operating with the traction control
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Lap registration function
This function describes the "lap" time registration.
If the function is activated (see "lap activation/deactivation
description), the lap time can be registered as follows:
Pressing the flash headlight button (11, fig. 12) The first
time starts the "lap timer" for ...
Riding safety
The points given below are applicable for every day
motorcycle use and shoud be carefully observed for safe and
effective vehicle operation.
A motorcycle does not provide the impact protection of an
automobile, so defensive riding in addition to wearing
protective apparel is extremely importa ...