Ducati Diavel Service Manual: 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 flange (5) external diameter.
Place the rear sprocket flange (5) on sprocket (17) by inserting it on cush drive damper pins (6).
Apply prescribed threadlocker on the nut threads (4).
Start the nuts on the cush drive damper pins (6) threaded side.
Tighten the nuts (4) to a torque of 44 nm +/- 10% (sect. 3 - 3, Frame torque settings), following a cross-pattern sequence.
Check for wear following the instructions given at the beginning of this section.
To refit the nut (2) follow the specifications for the wheel fixing nut, in sect. 7 - 2, Refitting the rear wheel.
Position the clip (1) as shown.
Washing the chain
Chains with o-rings must be washed in oil, diesel fuel or paraffin (kerosene).
Do not use fuel, trichloroethylene or other solvents which will damage the rubber o-rings. For the same reason use only sprays specifically formulated for use with o-ring chains.
Replacing of the rear sprocket
Lock the wheel axle rotation.
Remove the clip (1).
Loosen the locking nut (2) with a socket wrench.
Fully unscrew the nut (2) and remove the washer (3) and the flange (5) with the
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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 ser ...
Other materials:
Indication of range reached for service
When service coupon threshold is achieved, upon every key-
on the system displays the indication of the type of
intervention that is required (oil service or desmo
service).
The (red) warning is activated as a large icon for 10 seconds
upon every key-on (1, fig. 33) Then as a small warning th ...
Checking drive chain tension
Important
Have chain tension adjusted by a ducati dealer or
authorised service centre.
Make the rear wheel turn until you find the position where
chain is tightest.
Set the vehicle on the side stand. Push down the chain at the
point of measurement and release.
Measure the distance betwee ...
Removal of the throttle twistgrip
Peel back the rubber sleeve (a) protecting the throttle control cables.
Undo the screws (b) of the throttle grip (6) and open the command.
Disconnect the throttle grip cables (10) by unhooking the cable ends (c) from
their seats.
Remove the throttle twistgrip (6) from the handlebar.
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