Ducati Diavel Service Manual: Removal of the clutch transmission unit
Warning
The manufacturer of the clutch transmission unit (15) advises against servicing of its internal parts due to the safetycritical nature of this component.
Incorrect overhaul of these critical safety components can endanger rider and passenger safety.
The only components that should be renewed are the complete clutch transmission unit, the bleed valve, the seals and the complete clutch pushrod assembly.
Undo the screws (11) and slide out the clutch slave cylinder (r).
Remove the dust gaiter (16) and the bleed valve (17) and unscrew the screw (18), taking care to recover the gaskets (19): the unit (r) is now disconnected from the pipe (4).
Push in the piston to force out all the fluid from inside the cap.
At this point, it is possible to slide also the clutch gear rod (14).
Refitting the clutch master cylinder assembly
Insert the clutch master cylinder assembly (3) and the clamp (6) on the left
handlebar, so that the top mating faces
match the mark (z) on the handlebar as shown.
Couple terminal (6) to th ...
Refitting the clutch transmission unit
Position pipe (4) on the clutch slave cylinder (r).
Position the two seals (19) and tighten the screw (18) to a torque of 23 nm +/-
10% (sect. 3 - 3, Frame torque settings).
Refit the bleed valv ...
Other materials:
Adjusting the rear shock absorber
The adjuster (1) located on the lower connection holding the shock absorber
to the swingarm adjusts the damping during
the rebound phase (return).
The knob (2), located on the left side of the motorcycle, adjusts the preload of
the shock absorber external spring.
Turn the adjuster (1) clock ...
Turn indicators (automatic reset)
The instrument panel controls the automatic reset of the turn
indicators.
After activating one of the two turn indicators, they can be
deactivated using the reset button (12, fig. 12).
If the turn indicator is not "reset" manually, the instrument
panel will automatically switch it ...
Riding safety
The points given below are applicable for every day
motorcycle use and shoud be carefully observed for safe and
effective vehicle operation.
A motorcycle does not provide the impact protection of an
automobile, so defensive riding in addition to wearing
protective apparel is extremely importa ...