Ducati Diavel Service Manual: Overhauling the front brake components
Important
Critical safety components. The brake calliper manufacturer recommends that you do not attempt to service the internal components of the brake callipers. Incorrect overhaul of this component could endanger rider safety.
Operations should be limited to renewal of the pads, fasteners and the bleed valve assembly.
Refer to the exploded view at the beginning of this section for indications on renewal of the above components.
The brake disc must be clean without any signs of rust, oil, grease or dirt and no deep scoring.
To check the wear of the brake disks follow the data detailed in sect. 3 - 1.1, Hydraulic brakes.
Removal of the brake discs
The front brake discs consist of an inner carrier, which is mounted to the
wheel, and an outer rotor. Both parts must be
changed together as a pair.
Remove the front wheel (sect. 7 - 1, Removal ...
Refitting the brake disks
Before refitting the brake disc to the wheel, clean all contact surfaces
thoroughly and smear a medium strength
threadlocker on the threads of retaining screws (5).
Operating on the left side, f ...
Other materials:
Removal of the fuel tank filler cap
Remove tank covers (sect. 5 - 2, Removal of the fuel tank fairings).
Remove hoses (8) and (15) from the filler cap assembly (10).
Open the filler cap.
Unscrew the outer screws (17) securing the ring nut to the filler cap recess.
Remove the filler cap assembly (10).
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Removal of the handlebar
Unscrew and remove the screws (3) securing the upper clamp (1).
Remove the upper clamp (1).
Remove the handlebar (4) from its seat on the steering head.
To remove the grips (5), refer to the exploded view at the beginning of this
chapter.
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Checking and adjusting the valve clearances
Note
For clarity, the figures show the engine removed from the frame.
Move the piston of the cylinder being checked to tdc of the power stroke: in
this condition, all the valves are closed and
the timing shafts come in neutral position and, therefore, free to rotate; check
to the valve cl ...