Ducati Diavel Owners Manual: Directions for use

Adjusting the rear shock absorber

The rear shock absorber has external commands that enable you to adjust the setting to suit the load on the motorcycle. The adjuster (1, fig. 111) Located on the lower connection holding the shoc ...

Running-in recommendations

Maximum rpm (fig. 114) Rotation speed for running-in period and during standard use (rpm) Up to 1000 km; From 1000 to 2500 km. Up to 1000 km During the first 1000 km, keep an eye on the re ...

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Reassembly of the gearbox
To refit the gearbox components follow the procedure under sect. 9 - 9.2, Reassembly of the crankcase halves, relating to reassembly of the engine crankcase. As a final practical test, ensure that with the gearbox in neutral the front coupling dogs (a) of sliding gears (b) are equidistant o ...

Overhaul of the gearbox
Check the condition of the front coupling dogs of the gears. They must be in perfect condition and with no sign of wear on the edges of the teeth. The idler gears must rotate freely on their shafts. When refitting, make sure the circlips are correctly positioned. Check the needle roller ...

Fuel pressure test
Note The on-screen icons used during this procedure are explained in a table at the end of this section. Undo the screws (2) and remove the flange cover (1). Remove one of the two pipes of the fuel system (3). Use the fuel pressure pipe (4) part no. 590.1.189.1A by connecting one e ...