Ducati Diavel Service Manual: Checking the coolant level
To the specified intervals in the "scheduled maintenance chart" (sect. 4 - 2) Check the coolant level contained in the expansion reservoir, on the right side of the vehicle.
The coolant level must be between the max. And min marks on the tank.
If the level is low, top up with the recommended coolant.
Remove the filler cap (1) and top up with new coolant to the specified level.
Refit the plug (1).
For optimal operating conditions (coolant mixture starting to freeze at -20 C), the recommended fluid antifreeze should be mixed with water in the following percentages: antifreeze: 35 to 40% of the volume; water: 65 to 60% of the volume.
Important
Very hard water with a high mineral salt content can damage the engine.
Increase the amount of antifreeze to up to 55% volume in the case of very cold climates.
Important
Solutions with less than 30% of antifreeze will not provide sufficient protection against corrosion.
Changing and cleaning the air filters
The air filter must be replaced at the intervals described in the "scheduled
maintenance chart" (sect. 4 - 2).
Work on the vehicle right side, loosen screws (1) that secure the intake duct
(2 ...
Changing the coolant
Warning
This operation must only be carried out when the engine is cold.
Attempting to change the coolant with the engine hot
could lead to burns from hot coolant or scalding steam.
Place a con ...
Other materials:
Suspensions
Front
Hydraulic upside-down fork provided with external adjusters
for rebound and compression damping and preload (for inner
springs of fork legs).
Stanchion diameter:
50 mm, coated.
Rear wheel travel:
120 mm
Rear
The shock absorber is adjustable for rebound and
compression, with remot ...
Removing the front footrest brackets
Note
The assembly of the front footrests is described only for the right one
(2) but it is the same also for the left one.
Place the spring (4) bringing the end (a) onto the footrest (2).
Place the footrest (2) in the correct position, by inserting the end (c) of the
spring (4) in the hole ...
General maintenance indications
Useful tips
Ducati recommends that you follow the instructions below in order to prevent
problems and obtain the best end result:
When diagnosing faults, primary consideration should always be given to
what the customer reports about motorcycle
operation since this information can highli ...