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
Footrest bracketsRefitting the swingarm
Apply the recommended threadlocker to the screws (7).
Install the lower chain guard (15) on the swingarm (8), fastening it with the
screws (7): tighten the screws (7) to a torque
of 4 nm +/- 10% (sect. 3 - 3, Frame torque settings).
Locate the swingarm (8) on the frame.
Lubricate with ...
Removing the valve rocker arms
With the cylinder head in the condition described in the previous paragraph,
remove the rocker arms.
Unscrew the eight plugs (12) and recover the seals (15).
Using an m6 screw, withdraw the shafts (2) of the opening rocker arms (3) on
the exhaust and intake sides.
Remove the openi ...
Ducati limited warranty on emission control system
Ducati north america, inc., 10443 Bandley drive cupertino,
california, 95014 warrants that each new 1998 and later
ducati motorcycle, that includes as standard equipment a
headlight, tail-light and stoplight, and is street legal:
a) is designed, built and equipped so as to conform at the
time o ...