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.
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Other materials:
Final drive
Circlip
Nut
Washer
Nut
Rear sprocket flange
Cush drive bush
Inner ring
Chain
Spacer
Chain cover
Screw
Nut
Lock washer
Front sprocket
Spacer
O-ring
Rear sprocket
Spare parts catalogue
Diavel abs gearbox
Diavel abs rear wheel axle
Diavel carbon
abs
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Injectors
Introduction
The injectors used on the diavel are top feed units, meaning that fuel is fed
into the top of the injector itself. The
injectors contain a winding which raises a needle when electrically energised.
This opens the atomiser nozzle, through
which pressurised fuel is dispensed, gener ...
Bleeding of the abs hydraulic system
If some "sponginess" is detected on the brake control, due to air bubbles in
the system, bleed the system, as indicated in
sect. 4 - 3, Changing the brake fluid.
Before bleeding a brake pump, move back the calliper pistons, as indicated in
(sect. 4 - 3, Changing the brake fluid) to Drain in ...