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Ducati Diavel Service Manual: Lubricating the chain

Ducati Diavel Service Manual / Chassis / Final drive / Lubricating the chain

O-ring chains have sealed, life-lubed link studs and bushes. However, these chains need lubricating at regular intervals to protect metal parts of the chain and the o-rings.

Lubrication also serves to keep the o-rings soft and pliable to ensure the maximum sealing efficiency.

Using a brush, apply a thin protective layer of high-density gearbox oil along the entire length of the chain both inside and outside (sec. 3 - 2, Fuel, lubricants and other fluids).

Refitting the rear sprocket
Check the cush drive bushes (6) condition and, if necessary, replace them by removing them from the flange. Refitting is the reverse of removal. Apply recommended grease on the rear sprocket f ...

Footrest brackets
Rubber footrest Right front footrest Pin Spring Circlip Right footrest bracket Screw Washer O-ring Bush Rubber pad Right rear footrest Pin Ball Spring Plate Scre ...

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Refitting the front wheel
When all the necessary inspections have been completed, refit the wheel as follows. Fit the spacers (3) and (9) to the seal rings on the sides of the wheel hub. Install the complete wheel between the fork legs. Lubricate the shank and thread of the wheel axle (10). Take the pin ...

Throttle valve position sensor
Introduction The throttle valve position sensor (tps) of the diavel is mounted on the throttle body. The sensor is integrated into the throttle valve actuator motor, which turns the spindle of the vertical cylinder throttle valve directly. The sensor sends information to the engine con ...

Indication of range reached for service
When service coupon threshold is achieved, upon every key- on the system displays the indication of the type of intervention that is required (oil service or desmo service). The (red) warning is activated as a large icon for 10 seconds upon every key-on (1, fig. 33) Then as a small warning th ...

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