Ducati Diavel Owners Manual: Important notes
Some countries, such as france, germany, great britain, switzerland, etc. Have compulsory emission and noise standards that include mandatory inspections at regular intervals.
Periodically carry out the required checks and renew parts as necessary, using ducati original spare parts, in compliance with the regulations in the country concerned.
Storing the bike away
If the motorcycle is to be left unridden over long periods, it is
advisable to carry out the following operations before storing
it away:
clean the motorcycle;
empty the fuel tank;
pour a few dro ...
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Adjusting the steering head bearings
Note
To adjust the steering bearing clearance, follow what is described in
sect. 4 - 3, Adjusting the steering head bearings.
If the problems found are not solved, check the wear of steering bearings (6)
and replace them, if necessary, as described
in paragraph "removal of the steering head c ...
Reassembly of belly fairing
Position the oil cooler shield (7) inserting the tab (a) into the slit (b) in
the electrical components support (s).
Note
On refitting, make sure that the tab (c) remains positioned under the
retainers (d) of the shield (7).
Fit clips (11) on bracket (13) and orient them as shown in the f ...
Refitting the cylinder heads pulleys/fixed tensioners
Check that the keyway on the end of the camshaft is in good condition and
without burrs.
Fit a woodruff key (b) in the keyway of each camshaft.
Fit the pulley (11) on the camshaft, inserting the woodruff key in the in the
slot (c) in the pulley.
Apply the recommended grease to the t ...