Ducati Diavel Service Manual: Removal of the cooling system hoses and unions
Loosen the clips (21) that secure the radiator/thermostat sleeve (40) and the radiator/plug sleeve (24) to the water radiators.
Loosen clips (25) and (43) that secure the breather pipe (26) to the radiator/plug sleeve (24) and to the left radiator.
Loosen the clips (34) securing the thermostat assembly (38) - thermostat-cylinder head sleeve (35) - thermostat/cylinder head sleeve (37) to the cylinder heads.
Loosen the clip (28) to release the breather pipe (30) from the vertical head.
Loosen the clips (21) and (34) to disassemble the thermostat unit (38) - thermostat/head sleeve (35) - thermostat/head sleeve (37) - radiator/thermostat sleeve (40).
Loosen the clip (28) to release the breather pipe (27) from the half-casing.
Loosen the screws (32) and remove the fitting (33).
Recover the o-ring gasket (31) located between the retainer and the vertical head.
Loosen the clips (21) that secure the pump/radiator sleeve (22) and the radiator/radiator sleeve (23).
Important
Periodically check the connection hoses for leaks.
Hoses that are cracked, swollen, or hardened should be renewed.
Refitting the expansion tank
If the support (15) has been removed, place the hose clamps (14) on the
bracket (15) orienting them as indicated.
Fully press the pins (a) to block the clamps (14) until pins surfaces (b) are at ...
Refitting the cooling system hoses and unions
Position the pump/radiator sleeve (22) and the radiator/radiator sleeve (23).
Fit sleeve (23) and sleeve (22) to their corresponding fittings (n) and (o), and
bring them fully home on collars (p) ...
Other materials:
Chain lubrication
The chain fitted on your motorcycle has o-rings that keep dirt
out of and lubricant inside the sliding parts.
So as not to damage these seals when cleaning the chain,
use special solvents and avoid aggressive washing with highpressure
steam cleaners.
After cleaning, blow the chain dry with ...
Overhauling the front brake components
Important
Critical safety components. The brake calliper manufacturer recommends
that you do not attempt to service the internal
components of the brake callipers. Incorrect overhaul of this component could
endanger rider safety.
Operations should be limited to renewal of the pads, fasteners ...
Changing the engine oil and filter cartridge
Note
This operation has to be carried out with hot engine (but turned off)
because the oil in these conditions is more fluid and
its evacuation is faster and complete.
Remove the drain plug (3) with seal (a) from the oil sump and allow the oil
to drain off.
Warning
Dispose of oil and/or fil ...