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Introduction Your motorcycle is the result of constant research and development by Ducati Motor Holding S.p.A., so it's important that the standard of quality is upheld through careful observance of the scheduled maintenance chart and the use of original spare parts. In the Owner's Manual you'll find instructions for performing small maintenance procedures. The most important servicing and maintenance procedures are contained in the Service Manual available at Authorized Service Centers of Ducati Motor Holding S.p.A.. In your own interest and safety, and in order to guarantee product reliability, we strongly recommend that you go to an Authorized Dealer or Service Center for any servicing included on the scheduled maintenance chart (see p. 205). Our highly skilled staff has access to the special tools and equipment needed to perform any servicing procedure with expertise. They use only Ducati original spare parts as the best guarantee for full interchangeability, smooth running and long life. All Ducati motorcycles come with a Warranty Booklet. We'd like to welcome you among Ducati enthusiasts and congratulate you on your excellent choice of motorcycle. We imagine you'll be riding your Ducati motorcycle for long trips as well as short daily excursions. Ducati Motor Holding S.p.A. wishes you smooth and enjoyable riding. Ducati has celebrated its partnership with AMG by producing the Diavel AMG Special Edition, inspired by the German maker's unmistakeable styling. Combining exclusivity with high performance, the Diavel AMG Special Edition is the perfect synthesis of two unequalled brands with a shared passion for exceptional achievement, unique design and conscientious attention to detail. 2

Section	Page
Introduction	3
Safety guidelines	9
Warning symbols used in the manual.	9
Permitted use	10
Rider's obligation	10
Reporting safety defects	12
Rider education	13
Clothing	13
“Best Practices” for safety	14
Refueling	16
Carrying the maximum load allowed	17
Dangerous products - warnings	18
Vehicle ID number	20
Engine ID number	21
Diavel AMG Special Edition	22
Plate positioning	23
Noise and exhaust emission control system information	29
California emission control warranty statement Your warranty rights and obligations	30
Manufacturer’s warranty coverage	30
Owner's warranty responsibilities:	30
California evaporation emission system	31
Ducati limited warranty on emission control system	31
Instrument Panel (Dashboard)	34
Dashboard on handlebar	35
LCD unit functions	37
Vehicle speed indicator	38
Engine rpm indicator (RPM)	39
Clock	40
Coolant temperature	41
Display background color (Automatic adjustment)	42
Dashboard on tank	42
TFT - Parameter setting/display	44
Total distance covered indicator: ”Odometer”	46
”Trip 1” meter	47
”Trip 2” meter	48
Distance traveled on fuel reserve: ”TRIP FUEL”	49
Indicator ”CONS. AVG” - Average fuel consumption	50
Indicator ”CONS.” - Instantaneous fuel consumption	51
Indicator “SPEED AVG” - Average speed	52
Indicator ”TRIP TIME” - Trip time	53
Indicator “AIR” - Air temperature	54
Engaged gear indicator	55
“Riding Mode set” indication	55
Indication if the “LAP” function is active/ not active	56
“Riding Mode” function (riding style change)	57
Maintenance indicator	59
Maintenance table	59
First warning - OIL SERVICE 1000 km	60
Residual range indication when the SERVICE is due	61
Indication of range reached for SERVICE	63
Warning indication (Alarms/Signals)	65
“Low” battery level	67
Traction Control (DTC) deactivated	67
Hands Free (HF) key not recognized	68
”Low” Hands Free (HF) key battery level	68
”High” engine coolant temperature	69
Steering release error - Steering still locked	70
Dashboard diagnosis	71
“Setting” menu	75
Riding Mode” customization	77
DTC (Ducati Traction Control) setting function	79
ENGINE setting function (Engine Power Control)	85
DEFAULT function (Resetting Ducati default parameters)	87
Menu 2 On/Off function	89
Background setting function for the dashboard on tank - DASHBOARD 1	91
Backlighting setting function for the dashboard on handlebar - DASHBOARD 2	93
Digital RPM indication function	95
LAP Activation/Deactivation function (lap time)	97
LAP registration function	99
Stored LAP display function	101
Stored LAP erase function	103
Battery voltage indicator (BATTERY)	105
Clock setting function	107
Units of measurement modification function	109
ABS disabling function	113
The Immobilizer system	115
Keys (fig. 72)	115
Replacing the battery in the active key	117
Duplicate keys	120
Immobilizer override procedure	120
Light control	126
Controls	131
Position of motorcycle controls (fig. 90)	131
Hands Free” system	132
LH switch (fig. 103)	141
Clutch lever (fig. 104)	142
RH switch (fig. 105)	143
Throttle twistgrip (fig. 107)	144
Front brake lever (fig. 108)	144
Rear brake pedal (fig. 109)	145
Gear change pedal (fig. 110)	145
Adjusting the position of the gearchange and rear brake pedals	146
Main components and devices	148
Position on the vehicle (fig. 113)	148
Tank filler plug	149
Seat lock	150
Sidestand (fig. 120)	155
Passenger grabhandle	156
Adjusting the front fork	157
Adjusting the rear shock absorber	159
Riding the motorcycle	163
Break-in recommendations	163
Pre-ride checks	165
Engine on/off	167
Moving off	169
Braking	169
Stopping the motorcycle	172
Parking	172
Refueling (fig. 140)	176
Tool kit and accessories (fig. 141)	177
Main maintenance operations	178
Change the air filter	178
Checking and topping up coolant level	178
Checking brake and clutch fluid level	179
Checking brake pads for wear (fig. 146 and fig. 147)	181
Lubricating cables and joints	182
Adjusting throttle control free play	183
Charging the battery	184
Charging and maintenance of the battery during winter storage	192
Checking drive chain tension (fig. 164)	194
Chain lubrication	195
Replacing the high and low beam bulbs	196
Beam setting (fig. 167)	197
Rearview mirror adjustment (fig. 170)	199
Tubeless tires	200
Checking engine oil level (fig. 172)	202
Cleaning and replacing the spark plugs (fig. 173)	203
Cleaning the motorcycle	204
Storing the motorcycle	205
Important notes	205
Scheduled maintenance chart	206
Operations to be carried out by the dealer	206
Operations to be carried out by the dealer	208
Operations to be carried out by the customer	209
Technical data	210
Overall dimensions (fig. 174)	210
Weights	210
Engine	212
Timing system	212
Performance data	213
Spark plugs	213
Fuel system	213
Brakes	214
Transmission	215
Frame	216
Wheels	216
Tires	216
Suspensions	217
Exhaust system	217
Available colors	217
Electrical system	218