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Ducati Diavel Service Manual: Refitting the rear brake control

Ducati Diavel Service Manual / Chassis / Rear brake / Refitting the rear brake control

If the pushrod (18), clip (30) and fork (31) assembly has been dismantled, reassemble it by screwing the nut (29) onto the rod (18) and then screw the rod into the fork (31) to obtain the measurement indicated in the figure.

Block the rod and tighten to a torque of 7.5 Nm +/- 10% (sect. 3 - 3, Frame torque settings) the nut (29) on the fork (31).

Fit the pushrod assembly (18) on the lever (6) fixing it with the quick-release fastener (30).

Refitting the rear brake control


Refitting the rear brake control


Check that the adjuster screw (27) and nut (28) are positioned at the distance apart shown.

Refitting the rear brake control


Apply specific grease to the non-threaded surface of the pin (9).

Fit the first o-ring (11) in the pin (9).

Insert the pin (9) on the brake lever (6), apply the recommended grease to the seat of the second o-ring (11) of the lever (6) and place the other o-ring (11) and the washer (3).

Refitting the rear brake control


Fit the spring (4) on the rear brake lever (6) observing the orientation shown.

Apply the recommended threadlocker to the threaded side of the pin (9).

Fit the brake lever (6) on the footrest bracket (p) inserting the pin (9).

Note

On refitting, place the end (e) of the spring against the suitable rib of the bracket (p), making sure the other end (f) of the spring remains in place as shown.

Fit the rear stop sensor wire (5) tightening it manually onto bracket (g) and then to a torque of 10 nm +/- 10% (sect. 3 - 3, Frame torque settings).

Refitting the rear brake control


If removed, refit the master cylinder (38) on the bracket by starting the screws (40).

Note

Start the screw (40) first; this is the screw that sits in the slot (h).

Tighten the screws (40) to a torque of 4 nm +/- 10% (sect. 3 - 3, Frame torque settings).

Refitting the rear brake control


Reconnect the hose (7), locating the sealing washers (23) on both sides of the hose end fitting, and secure it with the special screw (22).

Tighten the special screw (22) to a torque of 23 nm +/- 10% (sect. 3 - 3, Frame torque settings).

Refitting the rear brake control


Note

Pay special attention to the pipes (7) and (21) orientation on the rear brake master cylinder (16).

Refitting the rear brake control


Insert the rod (18) inside the pump (16), after applying the recommended grease.

Refitting the rear brake control


Refitting the rear brake control


Disassembly of the rear brake control
The brake master cylinder is supplied only as a complete unit; internal components cannot be replaced. To disassemble the master cylinder's outer parts, follow the indications given in the expl ...

Removal of the rear brake calliper
Important The brake manufacturer advises against any servicing of the internal components of brake callipers or the master cylinder. Incorrect overhaul of these critical safety components can en ...

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Disassembly of the generator cover
Undo the three stator retaining screws (25) and the two retaining screws (9) of the two cable grommet bracket (10) from inside the generator cover. Remove the stator (2) and the cable grommet bracket (10). The generator-side crankcase cover is fitted with a bearing (27), held in pla ...

Removal of the cooling system hoses and unions
Loosen the clips (21) that secure the radiator/thermostat sleeve (40) and the radiator/plug sleeve (24) to the water radiators. Loosen clips (25) and (43) that secure the breather pipe (26) to the radiator/plug sleeve (24) and to the left radiator. Loosen the clips (34) securi ...

Main bearings
The main bearings have are of the angular contact type with offset inner races so that the balls transmit loads from one groove to the other along straight lines at an angle to the axis of the bearing. The angle-contact ball bearings are designed for bearing combined loading (radial-axial load ...

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