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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Reassembly of structural components and the frame
Check for the nuts with clips (8). Apply recommended grease on the threads of the adjusters (4) and the ring nuts (5) having care not to have grease on the surface (c) of the adjusters. Tighten the adjusters on the ring nut side opposite to that featuring flats until bringing the surfac ...

Checking the camshafts and supports
Check the cam contact surfaces for scratches, grooves, steps and waving. Worn cams are frequently the cause of poor timing, which leads to loss of engine power. Place the camshaft between two centres and check the run-out on the areas indicated using two dial gauges. Service limit: 0.1 ...

Adjusting the front fork
The front fork used on this motorcycle has rebound, compression and spring preload adjustment. This adjustment is done using the outer adjusters: Rebound damping; Inner spring preload; Compression damping. Park the motorcycle in a stable position on its side stand. Turn the adjust ...