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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Overhauling the front forks
Note It is advisable to loosen the top cap (14) when the fork is still fitted to the motorcycle. Note The specific tools for the revision of the fork, are described in sect. 3 - 4, Specific tools for the frame. Loosen the spring preload adjuster before unscrewing the plug (14). Unscrew th ...

Refitting the steering head components
Important The steering tube bearings (6) are identical but in no case may their components be swapped around during reassembly. Clean all contact surfaces and lubricate with the recommended grease. To fit the external rings (c) of the bearings (6) to the steering tube, use the tool with par ...

Removal of the primary drive gear
Withdraw the clutch housing (1) complete with driven gear of the primary pair (a). Remove the inner spacer (2). Remove the oil pump (d) (sect. 9 - 2.1, Removal of the oil pump). Lock the primary pinion (b) with the holding tool 88713.3417 And loosen the threaded ring nut (3) u ...