Ducati Diavel Service Manual: How to use this manual
How to use this manual
This manual has been prepared for technical personnel at ducati authorized service centres with the aim of providing fundamental information on how to work in accordance with the modern concepts of "best practice" and "safety in the workplace" during the maintenance, repair or replacement of original components of the cycle parts and engine of this motorcycle.
All operations described in this manual must be carried out by experienced, skilled technicians, who are required to follow the manufacturer's instructions in full.
Some information has been intentionally omitted, as we believe that all specialised technicians should have a basic technical background. Additional information on how to install various components is provided in the spare parts catalogue.
Important
This manual also describes the essential checks to be carried out prior to delivery of the motorcycle.
Ducati motor holding s.P.A. Declines all liability for any technical errors or omissions in this manual and reserves the right to make changes made necessary by the technical evolution of its products without prior notice.
The information contained herein was correct at the time of going to press.
Important
Reproduction or disclosure of all or part of the contents of this manual is strictly forbidden. All rights on this manual are reserved for ducati motor holding s.P.A. Applications for authorisation for reproduction must be submitted in writing and must specify the reasons for such reproduction.
Ducati motor holding s.P.A.
Layout of the manual
This manual is divided into sections (1), each identified by a letter.
Each section (1) is made up of several chapters (2), which are numbered consecutively.
The chapters (2) may be further subdivided into paragraphs (3).
The manual describes all repair operations starting from the fully assembled motorcycle.
The full procedure is described up to the point in which the motorcycle is restored to its fully assembled starting condition.
Important
Some of the sections of this manual are not included, since the motorcycle in question is not equipped with the relevant parts.
Important
The structure of the manual has been designed so that all the models types of the ducati motor holding products can be included.
To facilitate consultation of the manual, the table of contents is identical for all motorcycle models.
General
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Symbols - abbreviations - references
To allow quick and easy consultation, this manual uses graphic symbols to
highlight situations in which maximum care is
required, as well as practical advice or information. Pay attention to the
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Other materials:
Dashboard
Note
The dashboard is supplied as a single component; its internal components
cannot be renewed separately.
Important
Whenever the dashboard is renewed, the ignition key programming procedure
must be repeated.
Loosen the nuts (2) to remove the master dashboard (1) from its seat and
disconn ...
Adjusting throttle control free play
The throttle twistgrip must have free play of 1.5×2.0 Mm in
all steering positions, measured on the outer edge of the
twistgrip. If necessary, adjust it using the adjusters (1 and 2,
fig. 135) Located on the headstock on the right-hand side of
the vehicle.
Adjuster (1) is for throttle o ...
Tips on how to select the sensitivity level
Warning
The 8 level settings of the dtc were calibrated using tyres of the
same make, model and size as those originally fitted to
the motorcycle.
The use of tyres of different size to the original tyres may alter the operating
characteristics of the system.
In the case of minor differen ...