Ducati Diavel Owners Manual: Helmet cable
Note
Helmet cable (2, fig. 104) Can be found inside the tool kit, see "tool kit and accessories" on page 141.
Pass the cable through the helmet and insert the end of the cable in the pin (3, fig. 104). Leave the helmet hanging and refit the seat to hold it in place.
Warning
This device protects the helmet against theft when the motorcycle is parked. Do not leave the helmet attached when riding the motorcycle; it could interfere with your movements and cause loss of control of the motorcycle.
Side stand
Insert the active or passive key in the lock (1, fig. 102), Turn it
clockwise and simultaneously apply downward pressure in
the area of the catch to release the pin. Pull the seat
backwards to rele ...
Refitting the seat
Make sure all parts are correctly arranged and secured in the
underseat compartment. Insert the mounts (4) of the seat
base in the projecting parts (5) of the frame, then push the
rear end of the s ...
Other materials:
Adjusting the chain tension
Make the rear wheel turn until you find the position where chain is tightest.
Set the vehicle on the side stand. Push down
the chain at the point of measurement and release. Measure the distance between
the "aperture" upper profile and pin
centre.
The read distance must be: 9 to 11 mm.
...
Checking brake pads for wear
Check brake pads wear through the inspection hole in the
callipers.
Change both pads if friction material thickness of even just
one pad is about 1 mm.
Warning
Friction material wear beyond this limit would lead to
metal support contact with the brake disc thus
compromising braking efficie ...
Abs disabling function
This function disables or enables the abs.
To access the function it is necessary to view the "setting" menu page 48, using
button (1, fig. 14) ?"
" or (2, fig. 14) ?"" select the "abs" function and
press the reset button
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