Ducati Diavel Service Manual: Adjusting the position of the gear change and rear brake pedals
The position of the gear change and rear brake pedals in relation to the footrests can be adjusted to suit the preferred riding position.
To modify the gear change pedal position act in the following mode: hold the linkage (1) and slacken the counter nuts (2) and (3).
Note
Nut (2) has a left-hand thread.
Fit an open-end wrench to hexagonal element of linkage (1) and rotate until setting pedal in the desired position.
Tighten both check nuts onto linkage.
To adjust the position of the rear brake pedal, proceed as follows.
Loosen counter nut (4).
Turn pedal travel adjusting screw (5) until pedal is in the desired position.
Tighten the counter nut (4).
Work pedal by hand to make sure it has 1.5 - 2 Mm free play before brake begins to bite.
If not, check to modify the length of the cylinder push-rod in the following mode.
Slacken off the counter nut (7) on the pushrod.
Screw the rod into the fork (6) to increase play, or unscrew it to reduce play.
Tighten the counter nut (7) and recheck the pedal free play.
Adjusting the clutch lever and front brake lever
The clutch lever (1) is fitted with a span adjuster (2) which serves to alter
the distance of the lever from the handlebar.
The lever distance can be adjusted through 10 clicks of the dial (2). T ...
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;
Co ...
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Refitting the gear selector lever
Position the gearbox drum selector fork in the centre of the gear rollers.
Position the gear selector lever (21) together with control shaft, spring and
plate into the chain-side crankcase half.
Insert the screws (18) and (20) with the spacer (19).
Temporarily fit gear change lever (or a ...
Changing the brake fluid
Warning
Brake fluid is corrosive and will damage paintwork. Avoid contact
with eyes and skin. In the case of accidental contact,
wash the affected area thoroughly with plenty of running water.
Changing the fluid in the front brake circuit
Remove the cover (1) with the membrane from the front b ...
Cleaning and replacing the spark plugs
Spark plugs are essential to smooth engine running and
should be checked at regular intervals.
The condition of the spark plugs provides a good indication of
how well the engine is running.
Have the spark plugs inspected or replaced at a ducati dealer
or authorised service centre; they will ...