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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 ...

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Refitting the seat
Note Apply recommended grease to the hole (a) of latch (6). Fit the seat (1) as follows: insert the tabs (b) (on the front side) under the rubber pads (c) of the gloves compartment; then push the seat rear side until hearing the lock latch click. ...

Gear indicator display on dashboard shows dashes, engaged gear not displayed correctly, idle speed irregular with gearbox in neutral
Fault codes Dds: gear sensor diagnosis -> short circuit to ground or open circuit (s.C. Gnd or c.O.) - Short circuit to vdc (s.C. Vdc) - congruence (generic error - signal not correct). Dashboard: the error "gear sensor" is shown on the service display. The eobd warning light activates. ...

Overhaul of the crankcase halves
Carefully examine the engine crankcase halves. Check that the surfaces of the crankcase halves are perfectly flat using a reference surface. Check that the bearings (1) and (18), and the bushings (2) and (17) are in optimum conditions. Note that the main bearings must always be changed in p ...

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