Ducati Diavel Owners Manual: Replacing the high and low beam bulbs
Before replacing a burnt-out bulb, make sure that the new bulb complies with the voltage and wattage specified in the "wiring diagram", page 179. Always test the new bulb before refitting any parts you have removed.
Fig. 150 Shows the locations of the low beam bulbs (lo), high beam bulbs (hi) and the parking light bulb (1).
Headlight
Important
Have the high and low beam bulbs replaced by a ducati dealer or an authorised service centre.
Warning
The headlight might fog up if the vehicle is used under the rain or after washing.
Switch headlight on for a short time to dry up any condensate.
Chain lubrication
The chain fitted on your motorcycle has o-rings that keep dirt
out of and lubricant inside the sliding parts.
So as not to damage these seals when cleaning the chain,
use special solvents and avo ...
Beam setting
When checking beam setting, put the motorcycle upright.
Tyres should be inflated at the correct pressure and one
person should be sitting astride the motorcycle, keeping it at
right angles to its ...
Other materials:
Refitting the intake manifold and coolant union
Apply prescribed threadlocker to the fitting (12), start it with seal (24)
and tighten it to a torque of 2.5 Nm (min. 2 Nm -
max. 3 Nm) (sect. 3 - 3, Frame torque settings).
Install the pipe (b) and tighten the clamp (a) to the torque of 1 nm +/- 10%
(sect. 3 - 3, Engine torque settings).
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Topping up the electrolyte
Warning
Before carrying out any operations on the battery, keep in mind the
safety standards (sect.1 - 3, General safety rules).
The electrolyte in the battery is toxic and can cause burns if it comes into
contact with the skin because it contains
sulphuric acid. Wear protective clothing, a ...
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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