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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 alternator-side crankcase cover
Before the assembly make sure that the water pump unit is fitted on the generator cover (sect. 9 - 3.3, Refitting the water pump). If bearing (27) has been removed, lubricate its seat with specified grease to fit it on the generator cover (13). Fit bearing completely in its seat and orien ...

Low hands free key (hf) battery level
The activation of this (amber yellow) "warning" indicates that the hands free system has detected that the battery that permits the active key (a) to communicate and turn the vehicle on is almost discharged. Note In this case replace as soon as possible the battery as indicated in sect. 6 - ...

Engine speed-timing sensor
Introduction The engine control system of the diavel is equipped with an inductive sensor that allows the ecu to determine the speed and timing phase of the engine. The sensor faces a phonic wheel with 48 teeth minus 2. The engine speed-timing sensor is an inductive sensor and faces a 48 ...

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