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Ducati Diavel Service Manual: Disassembly of structural components and the frame

Ducati Diavel Service Manual / Chassis / Frame inspection / Disassembly of structural components and the frame

Before carrying out dimensional checks on the frame, you must remove all the superstructures fitted, referring to the removal procedures outlined in the sections of this manual.

The rear subframes (2) and (3) are structural components of the frame (1).

Both serve to support motorcycle superstructures and must therefore be in perfect condition.

The following flow chart illustrates the logical sequence in which the parts are to be removed from the motorcycle and a reference to the section where the removal procedure is described.

Disassembly of structural components and the frame


Disassembly of structural components and the frame


Refitting is the reverse of removal.

Frame inspection
Frame Rh subframe Lh subframe Grub screw Nut Special screw Rubber pad Nut Special screw Screw Left-hand bracket Hose clip Hose clip Right-hand bracket Special screw ...

Removal of the tool tray
To remove the tool tray unit from the lateral footrests, loosen the screws (40) and remove the splashguard (20). Undo the screws (15) and remove the cover (16). Move the wiring branch ...

Other materials:

Turn indicators (automatic reset)
The instrument panel controls the automatic reset of the turn indicators. After activating one of the two turn indicators, they can be deactivated using the reset button (12, fig. 12). If the turn indicator is not "reset" manually, the instrument panel will automatically switch it ...

Side stand button
Introduction The side stand button is located on the side stand. Together with the signal from the clutch button and the neutral signal generated by the gear sensor (transmitted to the engine control unit over the can line), the side stand position signal is used to enable or disable engine s ...

Refitting the throttle twistgrip
Lubricate the ends of the throttle grip cables (10) and the twistgrip race with the recommended grease. The closing cable (10) features a writing on the yellow tube, whereas the opening one (10) features such writing on the white tube. To refit the throttle control components, proceed i ...

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