Ducati Diavel Service Manual: Checking the frame
Check the dimensions of the frame against the dimensions shown here to determine whether it needs to be realigned or renewed.
Important
Damaged frames must be changed, not repaired. Any work carried out on the frame can give rise to potential danger, infringing the requirements of ec directives concerning manufacturers' liability and general product safety.
Frame general dimensions (mm)
Removing the frame and the lateral footrests
Loosen the two special screws (6) to separate the frame (1) from the lateral
brackets (2) and (3).
On the left side of the vehicle block retaining pins (9) and loosen the nuts (8)
on the right ...
Reassembly of structural components and the frame
Check for the nuts with clips (8).
Apply recommended grease on the threads of the adjusters (4) and the ring
nuts (5) having care not to have grease on
the surface (c) of the adjusters.
Tig ...
Other materials:
Identification data
All ducati motorcycles have two identification numbers, for
frame (fig. 1) And engine (fig. 2).
Note
These numbers indicate the motorcycle model and
should be quoted when ordering spare parts.
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Recharging the battery
Examine the label on the battery showing the check intervals in order to
determine when to test the voltage.
Charge the battery if the open circuit voltage is lower than 12.8 V. Leaving
the battery discharged for more than one
month could damage it. Check the battery charge with a voltmete ...
Warning indication (alarms/signals)
The dashboard activates in real-time some warnings / malfunction that are not
dangerous for the correct operation of the
vehicle.
At key-on (at the end of the check) one or more "warnings" are displayed if they
are active.
When a "warning" is triggered, the indication (amber yellow) remai ...