Ducati Diavel Owners Manual: Checking engine oil level
Check the engine oil level through the sight glass (1) on the clutch cover. When checking oil level, the motorcycle should be perfectly upright and the engine cold. The oil level should be between the two marks next to the sight glass. If level is low, top up with shell advance ultra 4 engine oil. Remove the filler plug (2) and top up to correct level. Replace the filler cap.
Important
Engine oil and oil filters must be changed by a ducati dealer or authorised service centre at the intervals specified in the scheduled maintenance table reported in the warranty booklet.
Viscosity
Sae 15w-50
The other viscosity values shown in the table can be used if the local average temperature falls within the limits specified for that oil viscosity.
Tubeless tyres
Front tyre pressure:
2.50 Bar (rider only) - 2.6 Bar (with passenger and/or bags)
rear tyre pressure:
2.50 Bar (rider only) - 2.6 Bar (with passenger and/or bags)
as tyre pressures are affected by ...
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.
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Other materials:
Removal of the intake manifold and coolant union
Loosen the clips (f) and remove the hoses (t).
Remove the manifolds (25) undoing the screws (21).
Loosen the clamp (a) and remove the hose (b). Remove the union (12) and
recover the seal (24).
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Spark plugs replacement
Check the colour of the ceramic insulation around the central electrode:
an even, light brown colour indicates the engine is in good condition and
running at the right temperature.
Inspect the centre electrode for wear and check spark plug gap, which should be:
0.8+/-0.1 Mm.
Important
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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 ...