Ducati Diavel Owners Manual: Tank filler plug
Note
To open or close the tank filler plug using the active key, set the metal part in the middle position, as shown on page 86.
Opening
Lift the cover (1, fig. 100) And insert the active or passive key into the lock. Give the key a 1/4 turn clockwise to unlock.
Lift the plug (2, fig. 101).
Closing
Close the cap (2, fig. 101) With the key inserted and press it into its seat. Remove the key and replace the lock cover (1, fig. 100).
Note
The cap can only be closed with the key inserted.
Warning
Always make sure you have properly refitted (see page 140) and closed the plug after each refuelling.
Seat lock
Work latch (1, fig. 102) To remove the seat and access to the underseat compartment and any other device under it.
Position on the vehicle
Tank filler plug.
Seat lock.
Side stand.
Rear-view mirrors.
Front fork adjusters.
Rear shock absorber adjusters.
Catalytic converter.
Exhaust silencer (see "warning" on ...
Side stand
Insert the active or passive key in the lock (1, fig. 102), Turn it
clockwise and simultaneously apply downward pressure in
the area of the catch to release the pin. Pull the seat
backwards to rele ...
Other materials:
Checking and overhauling the components
Clearance between the clutch drum and friction plates
Insert a friction plate (e) in the clutch drum (f) and measure the clearance
(s) with a feeler gauge.
Clearance "s" must not exceed 0.6 Mm.
If it does, renew the plates and, if necessary, the clutch drum.
Overhaul of the clutch plat ...
Reporting of safety defects
If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could
cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should
immediately inform the national highway traffic safety
administration (nhtsa) in addition to notifying ducati north
america. If nhtsa receives similar complaints, it may open
an in ...
Adjusting the front fork
The front fork used on this motorcycle has rebound, compression and spring
preload adjustment.
This adjustment is done using the outer adjusters:
Rebound damping;
Inner spring preload;
Compression damping.
Park the motorcycle in a stable position on its side stand.
Turn the adjust ...