Ducati Diavel Owners Manual: Tips for use on the road
Activate the dtc, select level 8 and ride the motorcycle in your usual style; if the level of dtc intervention seems excessive, try reducing the setting to levels 7, 6, etc., Until you find the level that suits you best.
If changes in the grip conditions and/or circuit characteristics and/or your riding style, and the level setting is no longer suitable, switch to the next level up or down and proceed as described above to determine the best setting (e.G. If with level 7 the dtc intervention seems excessive, switch to level 6; alternatively, if on level 7 you cannot perceive any dtc intervention, switch to level 8).
Tips for use on the track
We recommend level 8 be used for a couple of full laps (to
allow the tyres to warm up) in order to get used to the
system. Then try levels 7, 6, etc., In succession until you
identify the dtc inter ...
Engine setting function (engine power control)
This function customises engine power and output.
To access the function it is necessary to view the "setting" menu page 48, using
button (1, fig. 14) ?"
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Other materials:
Overhauling the front wheel
Wheel bearings
Before checking the dimensions, check the wear on wheel bearings. Check for
wear by hand after cleaning and degreasing
the bearings in their seats.
Turn the inner race.
Check the amount of radial and axial play. Excessive play will cause vibration
and make the bike unstabl ...
Refitting the camshafts
If the stud bolts (2) were removed, apply the recommended threadlocker to the
short end of the stud bolts (2), i.E. The
end that is to be screwed into the cylinder head. Tighten the stud bolts (2) to
a torque of 10 nm (min. 9 Nm - max. 11
Nm) (sect. 3 - 3, Engine torque settings).
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Checking the camshafts and supports
Check the cam contact surfaces for scratches, grooves, steps and waving.
Worn cams are frequently the cause of poor timing, which leads to loss of engine
power.
Place the camshaft between two centres and check the run-out on the areas
indicated using two dial gauges.
Service limit: 0.1 ...