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Ducati Diavel Service Manual: How to start the engine

With the motorcycle off and the dashboard on, the on/off switch is turned to "run off"

How to start the engine


With the motorcycle and dashboard on, the on/off switch is turned to "run off".

To start the engine, simply push the on/off switch up to "run on" and press the black start button.

How to start the engine


How to switch the dashboard on
The dashboard may switched on either from the on/off switch on the handlebar or from the button on the hands free system. With the engine off, the on/off switch is turned to "run off". With ...

How to start the motorcycle if the active key is not working
If no keyboard is detected, the dashboard does not switch on. Ensure that the active key is within the operating range of 1.5 Metres and that the key battery is charged. If the state of charge of t ...

Other materials:

Removal of the control unit
Loosen the screws (1) and remove the relay supporting bracket (2), disconnect the connectors (3) and remove the control unit (4) from the vehicle. ...

Removing the electrical components support
Remove the following elements located inside the electrical components support: The battery fixing bracket (4) and the battery (14) as specified under section 6 - 2, battery; The voltage regulator (3) as specified under section 6 - 2,rectifier-regulator; The solenoid starter (18) ...

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. ...

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