Ducati Diavel Owners Manual: Identification data
All ducati motorcycles have two identification numbers, for
frame (fig. 1) And engine (fig. 2). 
Note
These numbers indicate the motorcycle model and should be quoted when ordering spare parts.
Carrying the maximum load allowed
Your motorcycle is designed for travelling over long
distances with a full load in complete safety.
Even weight distribution is critical to preserving these safety
features and avoiding trouble w ...
Instrument panel (dashboard)
The vehicle is equipped with two instrument panels: an lcd
(1, fig. 3) Located on the handlebar containing the key
indications (speed, rpm, coolant temperature and clock) and
a tft colour display ( ...
Other materials:
Adjusting the steering head bearings
Excessive handlebar play or shaking forks in the steering head indicate that
the play in the steering head bearings
requires adjustment. Proceed as follows:
loosen the clamp screw (1) that holds the steering tube to the steering head.
Slacken the clamp screws (2) securing the steering head ...
Removal of the clutch
Note
For clarity, the figures show the engine removed from the frame.
Undo the fixing screws (1) and remove the ring (2) and the springs (3) from
the pressure plate (4).
Slide the pressure plate (4) paying attention to the circlips (6).
Remove the clutch control pin (14) and the ...
Checking protection and safety device components
Checking the side stand switch
Remove the switch (1) from the side stand undoing screw (2) and disconnect
the main wiring connector from the switch
(see paragraph "routing of wiring on frame", sect. 6 - 1).
Use an analogue or digital multimeter (sect. 6 - 11, Using a multimeter to check
the ...