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Ducati Diavel Service Manual: 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 the steering tube to the steering head.

Adjusting the steering head bearings


Slacken the clamp screws (2) securing the steering head to both fork legs.

Adjusting the steering head bearings


With specific wrench 88713.1058 Tighten the adjustment ring nut (3) to a torque of 30 nm +/- 5% (sect. 3 - 3, Frame torque settings).

Push the steering head against the ring nut (3) and tighten the screw (1) to a torque of 24 nm +/-5% and the screws (2) to 20 nm +/-5% (sect. 3 - 3, Frame torque settings).

Adjusting the steering head bearings


Filling the clutch circuit
Warning Clutch fluid will damage painted surfaces if spilled on them. It is also very harmful if it comes into contact with the skin or with the eyes; in the case of accidental contact, wash the a ...

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 be ...

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Electric system
Basic electric items are: headlight: low beam bulb type: 1xh7 blue vision (12v-55w); high beam bulb type: 1xh1 (12v-55w); parking light: led (12v-2.4W). Electrical controls on handlebars. Turn indicators: front: led (13.5V-2.9W). Horn. Brake light switches. Sealed battery, 12v-10 ...

Frame torque settings
*Dynamic safety-critical point; tightening torque must be within nm +/-5%. Note For product specifications and symbols, refer to "product specifications" (sect. 1 - 2). ...

Carrying the maximum load allowed
Your motorcycle is designed for travelling over long distances with a full load in complete safety. Even weight distribution is critical to preserving these safety features and avoiding trouble when performing sudden manoeuvres or riding on bumpy roads. Warning Do not exceed the total permi ...

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