Ducati Diavel Service Manual: 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 ...
Other materials:
Removal of the lubrication system
Disconnect the sensor (12) of the main wiring.
Open the pipe grommet (11).
Undo the screw (8) and slide out the plate (9).
Slide the tubes (7) out of the half-casing having care not to damage the tubes
o-rings (a) that guarantee the coupling
sealing.
Undo and remove the sc ...
Removal of the timing gears
Slide out driving gear (a) of timing gear pair (13) and remove the woodruff
key (14).
Relieve the staking on the lock washer (12) of the nut (11).
Restrain the driven timing gear by inserting a pin in one of the holes, and
unscrew the nut (11).
Remove the nut (11), washer (12) ...
Inspection of the gear selector drum
Use a gauge to measure the clearance between fork pin and the slot on the
selector drum.
If the service limit is exceeded, determine which part must be replaced by
comparing these dimensions with those of new
components (sect. 3 - 1.1, Gearbox).
Also check the wear on the drum support pin ...