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:
Steering release error - steering still locked
The activation of this (amber yellow) "warning" indicates
that the hands free system was not able to extract the
steering lock.
Warning
In this case, ducati recommends turning the vehicle
off and on (key-off / key-on) holding the handlebar pressed
down to the end stop. If the signal ...
Riding mode set indication
This function indicates the "riding style" set for the vehicle.
Three "riding modes" are available: sport, touring and urban.
Each riding mode can be changed using the "riding mode" function.
Note
The background of the riding mode (sport, touring or urban) is blue (1) if
currently set ridi ...
Removal of the gear selector lever
Unscrew and remove the fixing screws (18) and (20) of the complete gear
selector lever (21) and collect the spacer (19).
Remove the gearchange mechanism complete with the shaft, spring, and stop plate.
Important
Visually inspect the gear selector claw (14) for wear, particularly aroun ...