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:
Solenoid starter
Remove the protection cover (a).
Undo the screws (2), taking care to collect the spring washers (3).
Remove the starter motor-solenoid cable (4) and the solenoid-battery cable (5).
Remove the starter solenoid (1) sliding it upwards.
Checking operation of the starter solenoid
To ...
Draining the clutch hydraulic circuit
Warning
Clutch fluid will damage painted surfaces if spilled on them. It is
also very harmful if it comes into contact with the skin or
with the eyes; in the case of accidental contact, wash the affected area
thoroughly with plenty of running water.
Remove the dust cap to expose the bleed val ...
Checking protection and safety device components
Checking the side stand switch
Remove the switch (1) from the side stand undoing screw (2) and disconnect
the main wiring connector from the switch
(see paragraph "routing of wiring on frame", sect. 6 - 1).
Use an analogue or digital multimeter (sect. 6 - 11, Using a multimeter to check
the ...