Ducati Diavel Service Manual: How to start the engine
With the motorcycle off and the dashboard on, the on/off switch is turned to "run off"
With the motorcycle and dashboard on, the on/off switch is turned to "run off".
To start the engine, simply push the on/off switch up to "run on" and press the black start button.
How to switch the dashboard on
The dashboard may switched on either from the on/off switch on the handlebar
or from the button on the hands free
system.
With the engine off, the on/off switch is turned to "run off".
With ...
How to start the motorcycle if the active key is not working
If no keyboard is detected, the dashboard does not switch on. Ensure that the
active key is within the operating range of
1.5 Metres and that the key battery is charged. If the state of charge of t ...
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Introduction to the engine control system
The engine control system used on the diavel consists of the following
elements:
Ride-by-wire system (motorised throttle valves with electric actuator,
throttle grip position sensor and throttle valve
position sensor)
One injector per cylinder installed downstream of throttle valve
On ...
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 ...
Checking and adjusting the valve clearances
Note
For clarity, the figures show the engine removed from the frame.
Move the piston of the cylinder being checked to tdc of the power stroke: in
this condition, all the valves are closed and
the timing shafts come in neutral position and, therefore, free to rotate; check
to the valve cl ...