Ducati Diavel Service Manual: 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.
Important
If the drive chain is too tight or too slack, adjust it so that tension reading will fall within specified range.
To adjust the tension remove the rear splash guard (sect. 7 - 13, Removal of the swingarm).
Slacken off the two clamp screws (1) that secure the rear wheel hub to the swingarm.
Fit the hook spanner code 88713.1038 Inserting its tooth in the eccentric hub (2).
Rotate the eccentric hub (2) to obtain the correct chain tension.
Turn counter clockwise to tighten the chain; clockwise to loosen (from chain side).
Important
An incorrectly tensioned chain will lead to accelerated wear of the transmission components.
If the screws (1) are removed, lubricate with specified grease underhead and thread, then tighten the screws (1) to the torque of 35 nm +/- 5% (sect. 3 - 3, Frame torque settings) proceeding with sequence 1-2-1.
Warning
The correct tightening of the fixing screws of the eccentric hub is essential for the safety of the rider and the passenger (sect. 3 - 3, Frame torque settings).
Refit the rear splash guard (sect. 7 - 13, Refitting the swingarm).
Adjusting the steering head bearings
Excessive handlebar play or shaking forks in the steering head indicate that
the play in the steering head bearings
requires adjustment. Proceed as follows:
loosen the clamp screw (1) that holds t ...
Checking brake pad wear and changing brake pads
Warning
Brake fluid is corrosive and will damage paintwork. Avoid contact
with eyes and skin. In the case of accidental contact,
wash the affected area thoroughly with plenty of running water.
Im ...
Other materials:
Dashboard
Note
The dashboard is supplied as a single component; its internal components
cannot be renewed separately.
Important
Whenever the dashboard is renewed, the ignition key programming procedure
must be repeated.
Loosen the nuts (2) to remove the master dashboard (1) from its seat and
disconn ...
How to reset the pin code
The pin code can be reset with the dds, i.E. It can be brought to the same
condition it was in when the bike came out
the factory. It is possible to complete the procedure with the relevant pin code
reset function.
Once the pin code has been reset it will be necessary to store a new one. In ...
Abs fault indicator not working
Fault codes
Dds: displays a fault code described in the description of the abs system.
Dashboard: no fault code displayed.
Wiring diagram
Checks
The abs fault indicator indicates the occurrence of one or more faults in the
antilock brake system, or if the system itself
has been disable ...