Ducati Diavel Service Manual: Battery charging system

Routing of wiring on frame

The routing of the wiring has been optimised to ensure the minimum obstruction. Each section is designed to prevent interference with parts that might damage wires or cause operating failures w ...

Checking the battery charging system

To check the current flow of the recharging circuit, use the "dds" diagnosis instrument, which is equipped with an inductive clamp-type amperemeter: refer to chapter "testing the battery charging ...

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Checking drive chain tension
Important Have chain tension adjusted by a ducati dealer or authorised service centre. Make the rear wheel turn until you find the position where chain is tightest. Set the vehicle on the side stand. Push down the chain at the point of measurement and release. Measure the distance betwee ...

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 avoid aggressive washing with highpressure steam cleaners. After cleaning, blow the chain dry with ...

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 ...