Ducati Diavel Owners Manual: 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.
Have the spark plugs inspected or replaced at a ducati dealer or authorised service centre; they will check the colour of the ceramic insulator of the central electrode (1): an even brown colour is a sign that the engine is in good running order.
Note
Inspect the centre electrode for wear and check spark plug gap, which should be: 0.8×0.1 Mm.
Important
A gap outside the specified limits will adversely affect engine performance and may lead to difficult starting or erratic idling.
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 ...
General cleaning
To preserve the finish of metal parts and paintwork, wash
and clean your motorcycle at regular intervals, anyway
according to the road conditions you ride in. Use specific
products, where possible ...
Other materials:
Operating principle
Introduction
The hands free system features two separate on/off buttons, either one of
which may be used as preferred by the rider.
For practical reasons, we recommend using the button on the handlebar rather
than the button located underneath the
plastic shield covering the hands free syst ...
Limited liability
The liability of ducati under this emission control systems
warranty is limited solely to the remedying of defects in
material or workmanship by an authorized ducati motorcycle
dealer at its place of business during customary business
hours. This warranty does not cover inconvenience or l ...
Checking the camshafts and supports
Check the cam contact surfaces for scratches, grooves, steps and waving.
Worn cams are frequently the cause of poor timing, which leads to loss of engine
power.
Place the camshaft between two centres and check the run-out on the areas
indicated using two dial gauges.
Service limit: 0.1 ...