Ducati Diavel Service Manual: Frame inspection

Refitting the side stand

Place the stand plate on the rear shock absorber support; bring adjuster (14) in line with bracket (s) and start the screw (12) in the nut behind the bracket (s). Insert the screws (11), (3) and ...

Disassembly of structural components and the frame

Before carrying out dimensional checks on the frame, you must remove all the superstructures fitted, referring to the removal procedures outlined in the sections of this manual. The rear subfram ...

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Check engine oil level
Check the engine oil level through the sight glass (1) on the right-hand side of the oil sump. Stop the engine and allow a few minutes for the oil to settle to a steady level. Oil level must be checked with the vehicle perfectly upright and the engine cold. The oil must be between the m ...

Engine on/off
Warning Before starting the engine, become familiar with the controls you will need to use when riding (page 99). Warning Never start or run the engine indoors. Exhaust gases are toxic and may lead to loss of consciousness or even death within a short time. In the presence of the active or ...

Tool kit and accessories
The tool kit (2) is located under the seat (1) while the owner’s manual is housed in the compartment under the seat. The tool kit includes: Fuse pliers; Two helmet anti-theft cables; Screwdriver; Screwdriver handle; 14/16 Mm box wrench; 6 Mm rod; 3 Mm allen wrench; 4 Mm allen ...