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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Refitting the rear suspension
Lubricate the thread and underside of the special screw (1). Insert the lower side of the shock absorber into the swingarm and insert the screw (1). Tighten the screw (1) to a torque of 45 nm +/- 5% (sect. 3 - 3, Frame torque settings). Lubricate bushes (5) and (6) with recommended gr ...

Steering release error - steering still locked
The activation of this (amber yellow) "warning" indicates that the hands free system was not able to extract the steering lock. Warning In this case, ducati recommends turning the vehicle off and on (key-off / key-on) holding the handlebar pressed down to the end stop. If the signal ...

Overhauling the front wheel
Wheel bearings Before checking the dimensions, check the wear on wheel bearings. Check for wear by hand after cleaning and degreasing the bearings in their seats. Turn the inner race. Check the amount of radial and axial play. Excessive play will cause vibration and make the bike unstabl ...