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Ducati Diavel Service Manual: Disassembly of rear shock absorber - rocker arm - linkage assembly

Ducati Diavel Service Manual / Chassis / Rear shock absorber assembly / Disassembly of rear shock absorber - rocker arm - linkage assembly

Undo the screw (15) and remove the rear shock absorber (11) from the rocker arm (18).

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Disassembly of rear shock absorber - rocker arm - linkage assembly


Undo the screw (14) and the nut (21) and remove the linkages (10) and (12) from the rocker arm (18).

Disassembly of rear shock absorber - rocker arm - linkage assembly


The rocker arm movement is obtained by needle roller bearings (9) rotating on a spacer (13); two seals (8) are placed at the outer ends and keep the lubricant inside the roller cages.

Remove the inner spacer (13), the seals (8) and the needle roller bearings (9) using a suitable punch.

Important

Take care not to damage the bearing housings on the rocker arm while driving out the bearings. Once removed, the seals (8) and needle roller bearings (9) may not be refitted.

Disassembly of rear shock absorber - rocker arm - linkage assembly


Removal of the rear shock absorber
Loosen the screws (22) and remove the assembly (34) from the frame. Loosen the screws (27) and remove the tank unit (s) of the shock absorber from the support (19). Hold the lh bush (6 ...

Reassembly of rear shock absorber - rocker arm - linkage assembly
Once the needle roller bearings (9) have been removed from the rocker arm (18), upon reassembly fit a new needle roller bearing (9) on drift part no. 88713.1071 And lubricate with recommended greas ...

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Removing the front footrest brackets
Note The assembly of the front footrests is described only for the right one (2) but it is the same also for the left one. Place the spring (4) bringing the end (a) onto the footrest (2). Place the footrest (2) in the correct position, by inserting the end (c) of the spring (4) in the hole ...

Changing the engine oil and filter cartridge
Note This operation has to be carried out with hot engine (but turned off) because the oil in these conditions is more fluid and its evacuation is faster and complete. Remove the drain plug (3) with seal (a) from the oil sump and allow the oil to drain off. Warning Dispose of oil and/or fil ...

Moving off
Disengage the clutch by squeezing the clutch lever. Push down the gear change lever firmly with the tip of your foot to engage first gear. Raise the engine revs by turning the throttle twistgrip while gradually releasing the clutch lever. The motorcycle will start moving. Release the ...

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