The adjuster (1) located on the lower connection holding the shock absorber to the swingarm adjusts the damping during the rebound phase (return).
The knob (2), located on the left side of the motorcycle, adjusts the preload of the shock absorber external spring.
Turn the adjuster (1) clockwise to increase damping h; or counter clockwise to reduce damping s.
Standard setting from the fully closed position (clockwise): -unscrew adjuster (1) by 8 clicks.
Spring preload: 15 mm.
The two nuts (2) on the upper part of the shock absorber serve to adjust the preload on the external spring. To change spring preload, slacken the upper locking ring nut. Then tighten or slacken the lower ring nut to increase or decrease spring preload.
Important
The knob (3) located on the expansion reservoir of the shock absorber adjusts the damping during the compression phase.
Turning the adjusters (1) or the knobs (2) and (3) clockwise to increase preload damping; they decrease turning them in the opposite direction.
Standard setting: from fully closed (clockwise) loosen: register (1) of 12 clicks; knob (2) fully open (counter clockwise); register (3) of 25 clicks.
Spring preload: 18 mm (max.18 Mm - min.25 Mm
Warning
The shock absorber is filled with high-pressure gas and can cause injuries if inexpertly dismantled.
Important
If the motorcycle is to be ridden with a pillion rider and luggage, we
recommend setting the rear shock absorber spring
preload to the maximum to ensure the best handling and proper ground clearance
at all times. It may also be necessary
to adjust the rebound damping accordingly.
Limited liability
The liability of ducati under this emission control systems
warranty is limited solely to the remedying of defects in
material or workmanship by an authorized ducati motorcycle
dealer at its place of business during customary business
hours. This warranty does not cover inconvenience or l ...
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Identification data
Diavel identification data
Each ducati motorcycle has two identification numbers -the frame number and
the engine number- and an ec nameplate
(a) (not present on the us version).
Note
Please quote these numbers, which identify the motorcycle model, when
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O-ring
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Screw
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Nut
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Lh ball joint
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