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Ducati Diavel Service Manual: Lubricating the chain

Ducati Diavel Service Manual / Chassis / Final drive / Lubricating the chain

O-ring chains have sealed, life-lubed link studs and bushes. However, these chains need lubricating at regular intervals to protect metal parts of the chain and the o-rings.

Lubrication also serves to keep the o-rings soft and pliable to ensure the maximum sealing efficiency.

Using a brush, apply a thin protective layer of high-density gearbox oil along the entire length of the chain both inside and outside (sec. 3 - 2, Fuel, lubricants and other fluids).

Refitting the rear sprocket
Check the cush drive bushes (6) condition and, if necessary, replace them by removing them from the flange. Refitting is the reverse of removal. Apply recommended grease on the rear sprocket f ...

Footrest brackets
Rubber footrest Right front footrest Pin Spring Circlip Right footrest bracket Screw Washer O-ring Bush Rubber pad Right rear footrest Pin Ball Spring Plate Scre ...

Other materials:

Removal of the tool tray
To remove the tool tray unit from the lateral footrests, loosen the screws (40) and remove the splashguard (20). Undo the screws (15) and remove the cover (16). Move the wiring branch from the seat (s) on the tool tray. Loosen the screws (24) to remove the tool tray unit (23) from ...

Refitting the front footrests
Note The assembly of the front footrests is described only for the right one (2) but it is the same also for the left one. Place the spring (4) bringing the end (a) onto the footrest (2). Place the footrest (2) in the correct position, by inserting the end (c) of the spring (4) in the hole ...

Passive key
Introduction The passive key (1) is used when the active key is not working correctly or is not available. The passive key works as a transponder, and must therefore be placed physically onto the antenna to work. The mechanical part (2) of the key is used to open the seat or the tank plug ...

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