Ducati Diavel Service Manual: Disassembly of the seat

Removal of the seat

Insert the key in the lock, turn it clockwise and release the seat. Pull the seat (1) backwards to release it from the front catches and remove it. ...

Reassembly of the seat

Place the seat cover (2) on the seat and fix it (on the lower side) by starting screws (4) on plates (5). Tighten the screws (4) to a torque of 4 nm +/- 10% (sect. 3 - 3, Frame torque settings) ...

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Operating principle and characteristics of the ride-by-wire system
The engine control system of the diavel uses a ride-by-wire system with motorised throttle valves. This eliminates all direct connection with metal cables between the throttle grip and the throttle valves themselves. Cables are used to rotate the aps potentiometer, which generates an electric ...

Specific operating strategies
Idle speed No electric motor is used for idle speed regulation (bypass is modulated instead with the throttle valve), as idle speed control is effected by the ride-by-wire system. Idle speed is maintained by the control unit when the speed drops below a specific threshold and when the clutch ...

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 rev counter. It should never exceed 5500÷6000 rpm. During the first hours of riding, it ...