Ducati Diavel Owners Manual: 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 compressed air or wipe with an absorbent material, then lubricate each link with shell advance chain or advance teflon chain.
Important
Using non-specific lubricants may cause severe damage to the chain and the front and rear sprockets.
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 ...
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 ...
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Symbols - abbreviations - references
To allow quick and easy consultation, this manual uses graphic symbols to
highlight situations in which maximum care is
required, as well as practical advice or information. Pay attention to the
meaning of the symbols since they serve to avoid
repeating technical concepts or safety warnings th ...
Adjusting throttle control free play
The throttle twistgrip must have free play of 1.5×2.0 Mm in
all steering positions, measured on the outer edge of the
twistgrip. If necessary, adjust it using the adjusters (1 and 2,
fig. 135) Located on the headstock on the right-hand side of
the vehicle.
Adjuster (1) is for throttle o ...
Introduction to the "hands free" system
The hands free system allows the rider to start the engine without physically
using the ignition key. The ignition key
merely has to be in the vicinity of the motorcycle, such as in the rider's
pocket, for example, in order to use the vehicle.
Compared to the standard ignition switches the h ...