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Ducati Diavel Service Manual: Removing the frame and the lateral footrests

Ducati Diavel Service Manual / Chassis / Frame inspection / Removing the frame and the lateral footrests

Loosen the two special screws (6) to separate the frame (1) from the lateral brackets (2) and (3).

On the left side of the vehicle block retaining pins (9) and loosen the nuts (8) on the right side at the same time.

Slide out the retaining pins (9) and remove the frame (1) from the lateral brackets and the engine block.

Removing the frame and the lateral footrests


Removing the frame and the lateral footrests


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 ...

Checking the frame
Check the dimensions of the frame against the dimensions shown here to determine whether it needs to be realigned or renewed. Important Damaged frames must be changed, not repaired. Any work carr ...

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Checking brake pad wear and changing brake pads
Warning Brake fluid is corrosive and will damage paintwork. Avoid contact with eyes and skin. In the case of accidental contact, wash the affected area thoroughly with plenty of running water. Important On handing over the motorcycle after changing the brake pads, inform the customer that th ...

Camshafts
Head Stud bolt Special screw Sealing washer Horizontal cylinder head cover Vertical cylinder head cover Special screw O-ring Head gasket Screw Pin Union Clamp Horizontal cylinder exhaust camshaft Horizontal cylinder intake camshaft Plug Sealing ring Vertical ...

The battery charging circuit and power distribution
On the diavel, the +15v (key on power) voltage does not come from a conventional ignition key, but from pin 30 of the hands free relay. This relay is switched to closed state by the hands free unit when the latter enables power on for the ignition and engine. The hands free relay receives +30v ...

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