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Ducati · Shim-adjusted overhead-cam four-stroke, wet sump, gearbox shares engine oil, chain drive

Diavel 1260

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Ducati Diavel 1260 owner's manual, scheduled maintenance charts pp.344-348 (ManualsLib)

Factory owner's handbook. Covers Ducati Diavel owner's manual (cover prints DIAVEL; technical data print Diavel 1260 and Diavel 1260 S); no model year printed on the pages read.

94 items for a 2020 model, grouped by interval the way a factory chart is laid out.

How this bike is built (what the schedule is based on)

Engine cycle: Four-stroke
Engine lubrication: Wet sump (oil in crankcase)
Oil filtration: Replaceable cartridge or spin-on filter
Valve gear: Overhead cam, shim adjusted (incl. desmo)
Ignition: Electronic (CDI / transistor / ECU)
Charging: Alternator / stator with rectifier
Battery: Wet cell (flooded lead-acid, needs topping up)
Fuel system: Fuel injection
Cooling: Liquid cooled
Primary drive: Gear or chain inside engine, shares engine oil
Gearbox oil: Shares engine oil
Clutch control: Hand lever, cable
Final drive: Chain
Front suspension: Telescopic fork
Rear suspension: Swingarm, single shock / cantilever
Front brake: Disc, hydraulic
Rear brake: Disc, hydraulic
Wheels: Cast / alloy, tubeless
Sidecar: No sidecar

Maintenance schedule

2020 Ducati Diavel 1260

On the road: every 300 km

1 item

Check engine oil level

Pre-ride / on the road

Guideline

Each fuel stop on old machines. Dry sump: check the tank hot, engine idling or just stopped, per your manual.

On the road: every 500 km

3 items

Check lights, horn, brake light switches

Pre-ride / on the road

Guideline
Check tire pressures

Pre-ride / on the road

Guideline
Lubricate drive chain

Pre-ride / on the road

Guideline

Lube warm, ideally at the end of the riding day so it soaks in overnight. Sooner after rain.

On the road: every 800 km

1 item

Check coolant level

Pre-ride / on the road

Guideline

On the road: every 1,000 km

1 item

Check chain slack and rear wheel alignment

Pre-ride / on the road

Guideline

Every 1,000 km or 6 months

5 items

Engine oil level (customer check)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Scheduled maintenance chart, operations to be carried out by the customer (viewer p.349): every 1,000 km (0.6 mi x1,000) or 6 months.
Drive chain tension and lubrication (customer check)

Final drive

Factory

Factory: Scheduled maintenance chart, operations to be carried out by the customer (viewer p.349): every 1,000 km (0.6 mi x1,000) or 6 months.
Brake and clutch fluid level (customer check)

Brakes

Factory

Factory: Scheduled maintenance chart, operations to be carried out by the customer (viewer p.349): every 1,000 km (0.6 mi x1,000) or 6 months.
Brake pads (customer check)

Brakes

Factory

Factory: Scheduled maintenance chart, operations to be carried out by the customer (viewer p.349): every 1,000 km (0.6 mi x1,000) or 6 months.
Tire pressure and wear (customer check)

Wheels and tires

Factory

Factory: Scheduled maintenance chart, operations to be carried out by the customer (viewer p.349): every 1,000 km (0.6 mi x1,000) or 6 months.

Every 1,600 km or 6 months

1 item

Inspect tire tread, sidewalls and date codes

Wheels and tires

Guideline

Every 5,000 km or 12 months

9 items

Check throttle cable(s) free play and return

Fuel and air

Guideline
Clean drive chain thoroughly (remove and soak, re-lube)

Final drive

Guideline

Non O-ring chains on old machines: remove, clean, soak in hot chain grease or lube, refit with the master link clip closed end leading.
Inspect chain and sprockets for wear (measure stretch)

Final drive

Guideline
Check steering head bearing adjustment

Front end

Guideline
Inspect fork seals, stanchions and fork boots

Front end

Guideline
Check footrests, pegs, rear brake and gear lever pivots

Rear suspension and frame

Guideline
Grease and check center / side stand and springs

Rear suspension and frame

Guideline
Check brake pads and discs

Brakes

Guideline
Check wheel bearings for play

Wheels and tires

Guideline

Every 6,500 km or 12 months

2 items

Inspect, clean and gap spark plugs

Engine

Guideline
Adjust clutch free play, lubricate cable and lever pivot

Primary and gearbox

Guideline

Every 8,000 km or 12 months

2 items

Change engine oil

Engine

Guideline

Pre-1970 machines: many owners run non-detergent or classic-spec oil with no filter, so short intervals matter. Dry sump: drain the tank and the crankcase/sump, flush the tank and clean the feed and return screens.
Replace oil filter

Engine

Guideline

Every 9,500 km or 12 months

7 items

Inspect coolant hoses and clamps

Engine

Guideline
Clean / inspect air filter

Fuel and air

Guideline

Mesh or oiled foam: clean and re-oil. Paper: blow out or replace. Some very early machines have no filter at all.
Check charging voltage and regulator / cut-out

Ignition and electrics

Guideline
Check swingarm bushes for play

Rear suspension and frame

Guideline
Inspect rear shocks for leaks and damping

Rear suspension and frame

Guideline
Lubricate control cables and lever pivots

Controls and cables

Guideline
Lubricate speedometer / tachometer cables, check drive

Controls and cables

Guideline

A dry speedo cable whips the needle and eventually kills the instrument.

Every 15,000 km or 12 months

21 items

Coolant level and circuit sealing (visual check)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Scheduled maintenance chart, operations to be carried out by the dealer (viewer pp.345-348); columns km x1,000: 1, 15, 30, 45, 60 (mi x1,000: 0.6, 9, 18, 27, 36), plus a time column in months; service at the distance or time interval, whichever occurs first. Marks: marked at 1, 15, 30, 45 and 60 x1,000 km; time 12 months.
Electric safety devices operation (check)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Scheduled maintenance chart, operations to be carried out by the dealer (viewer pp.345-348); columns km x1,000: 1, 15, 30, 45, 60 (mi x1,000: 0.6, 9, 18, 27, 36), plus a time column in months; service at the distance or time interval, whichever occurs first. Marks: marked at 1, 15, 30, 45 and 60 x1,000 km; time 12 months.
Engine oil and filter (change)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Scheduled maintenance chart, operations to be carried out by the dealer (viewer pp.345-348); columns km x1,000: 1, 15, 30, 45, 60 (mi x1,000: 0.6, 9, 18, 27, 36), plus a time column in months; service at the distance or time interval, whichever occurs first. Marks: marked at 1, 15, 30, 45 and 60 x1,000 km; time 12 months.
Final drive front and rear sprocket nuts (check tightening)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Scheduled maintenance chart, operations to be carried out by the dealer (viewer pp.345-348); columns km x1,000: 1, 15, 30, 45, 60 (mi x1,000: 0.6, 9, 18, 27, 36), plus a time column in months; service at the distance or time interval, whichever occurs first. Marks: marked at 1, 15, 30, 45 and 60 x1,000 km; time 12 months.
Motorcycle (softly clean)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Scheduled maintenance chart, operations to be carried out by the dealer (viewer pp.345-348); columns km x1,000: 1, 15, 30, 45, 60 (mi x1,000: 0.6, 9, 18, 27, 36), plus a time column in months; service at the distance or time interval, whichever occurs first. Marks: marked at 1, 15, 30, 45 and 60 x1,000 km; time 12 months.
Technical updates and recall campaigns (check)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Scheduled maintenance chart, operations to be carried out by the dealer (viewer pp.345-348); columns km x1,000: 1, 15, 30, 45, 60 (mi x1,000: 0.6, 9, 18, 27, 36), plus a time column in months; service at the distance or time interval, whichever occurs first. Marks: marked at 1, 15, 30, 45 and 60 x1,000 km; time 12 months.
Battery charge level (check)

Ignition and electrics

Factory

Factory: Scheduled maintenance chart, operations to be carried out by the dealer (viewer pp.345-348); columns km x1,000: 1, 15, 30, 45, 60 (mi x1,000: 0.6, 9, 18, 27, 36), plus a time column in months; service at the distance or time interval, whichever occurs first. Marks: marked at 1, 15, 30, 45 and 60 x1,000 km; time 12 months.
Hoses and electric wiring rubbing points, clearance and positioning (check)

Ignition and electrics

Factory

Factory: Scheduled maintenance chart, operations to be carried out by the dealer (viewer pp.345-348); columns km x1,000: 1, 15, 30, 45, 60 (mi x1,000: 0.6, 9, 18, 27, 36), plus a time column in months; service at the distance or time interval, whichever occurs first. Marks: marked at 1, 15, 30, 45 and 60 x1,000 km; time 12 months.
Final drive chain and sprockets wear (check)

Final drive

Factory

Factory: Scheduled maintenance chart, operations to be carried out by the dealer (viewer pp.345-348); columns km x1,000: 1, 15, 30, 45, 60 (mi x1,000: 0.6, 9, 18, 27, 36), plus a time column in months; service at the distance or time interval, whichever occurs first. Marks: marked at 15, 30, 45 and 60 x1,000 km; time 12 months.
Final drive chain tension and lubrication (check)

Final drive

Factory

Factory: Scheduled maintenance chart, operations to be carried out by the dealer (viewer pp.345-348); columns km x1,000: 1, 15, 30, 45, 60 (mi x1,000: 0.6, 9, 18, 27, 36), plus a time column in months; service at the distance or time interval, whichever occurs first. Marks: marked at 1, 15, 30, 45 and 60 x1,000 km; time 12 months.
Front fork and rear shock absorber seals (visual check)

Front end

Factory

Factory: Scheduled maintenance chart, operations to be carried out by the dealer (viewer pp.345-348); columns km x1,000: 1, 15, 30, 45, 60 (mi x1,000: 0.6, 9, 18, 27, 36), plus a time column in months; service at the distance or time interval, whichever occurs first. Marks: marked at 1, 15, 30, 45 and 60 x1,000 km; time 12 months.
Side and central stand freedom of movement and tightening (check)

Rear suspension and frame

Factory

Factory: Scheduled maintenance chart, operations to be carried out by the dealer (viewer pp.345-348); columns km x1,000: 1, 15, 30, 45, 60 (mi x1,000: 0.6, 9, 18, 27, 36), plus a time column in months; service at the distance or time interval, whichever occurs first. Marks: marked at 1, 15, 30, 45 and 60 x1,000 km; time 12 months.
Brake and clutch fluid level (check)

Brakes

Factory

Factory: Scheduled maintenance chart, operations to be carried out by the dealer (viewer pp.345-348); columns km x1,000: 1, 15, 30, 45, 60 (mi x1,000: 0.6, 9, 18, 27, 36), plus a time column in months; service at the distance or time interval, whichever occurs first. Marks: marked at 1, 15, 30, 45 and 60 x1,000 km; time 12 months.
Brake caliper bolts and brake disc flange screws (check tightening)

Brakes

Factory

Factory: Scheduled maintenance chart, operations to be carried out by the dealer (viewer pp.345-348); columns km x1,000: 1, 15, 30, 45, 60 (mi x1,000: 0.6, 9, 18, 27, 36), plus a time column in months; service at the distance or time interval, whichever occurs first. Marks: marked at 1, 15, 30, 45 and 60 x1,000 km; time 12 months.
Brake disc and pad wear (check, change if necessary)

Brakes

Factory

Factory: Scheduled maintenance chart, operations to be carried out by the dealer (viewer pp.345-348); columns km x1,000: 1, 15, 30, 45, 60 (mi x1,000: 0.6, 9, 18, 27, 36), plus a time column in months; service at the distance or time interval, whichever occurs first. Marks: marked at 1, 15, 30, 45 and 60 x1,000 km; time 12 months.
Front and rear wheel nuts (check tightening)

Wheels and tires

Factory

Factory: Scheduled maintenance chart, operations to be carried out by the dealer (viewer pp.345-348); columns km x1,000: 1, 15, 30, 45, 60 (mi x1,000: 0.6, 9, 18, 27, 36), plus a time column in months; service at the distance or time interval, whichever occurs first. Marks: marked at 1, 15, 30, 45 and 60 x1,000 km; time 12 months.
Tire pressure and wear (check)

Wheels and tires

Factory

Factory: Scheduled maintenance chart, operations to be carried out by the dealer (viewer pp.345-348); columns km x1,000: 1, 15, 30, 45, 60 (mi x1,000: 0.6, 9, 18, 27, 36), plus a time column in months; service at the distance or time interval, whichever occurs first. Marks: marked at 1, 15, 30, 45 and 60 x1,000 km; time 12 months.
Error memory reading with DDS 2.0 and control unit software update check

Controls and cables

Factory

Factory: Scheduled maintenance chart, operations to be carried out by the dealer (viewer pp.345-348); columns km x1,000: 1, 15, 30, 45, 60 (mi x1,000: 0.6, 9, 18, 27, 36), plus a time column in months; service at the distance or time interval, whichever occurs first. Marks: marked at 1, 15, 30, 45 and 60 x1,000 km; time 12 months.
Final test and road test, including safety devices, cruise control, electric fans and idling

Controls and cables

Factory

Factory: Scheduled maintenance chart, operations to be carried out by the dealer (viewer pp.345-348); columns km x1,000: 1, 15, 30, 45, 60 (mi x1,000: 0.6, 9, 18, 27, 36), plus a time column in months; service at the distance or time interval, whichever occurs first. Marks: marked at 1, 15, 30, 45 and 60 x1,000 km; time 12 months.
Handlebar and pedal control levers (lubricate)

Controls and cables

Factory

Factory: Scheduled maintenance chart, operations to be carried out by the dealer (viewer pp.345-348); columns km x1,000: 1, 15, 30, 45, 60 (mi x1,000: 0.6, 9, 18, 27, 36), plus a time column in months; service at the distance or time interval, whichever occurs first. Marks: marked at 15, 30, 45 and 60 x1,000 km; time 12 months.
Lighting, turn indicators, horn and controls (check)

Controls and cables

Factory

Factory: Scheduled maintenance chart, operations to be carried out by the dealer (viewer pp.345-348); columns km x1,000: 1, 15, 30, 45, 60 (mi x1,000: 0.6, 9, 18, 27, 36), plus a time column in months; service at the distance or time interval, whichever occurs first. Marks: marked at 1, 15, 30, 45 and 60 x1,000 km; time 12 months.

Every 15,000 km

2 items

Service indication reset through DDS 2.0

Engine

Factory

Factory: Scheduled maintenance chart, operations to be carried out by the dealer (viewer pp.345-348); columns km x1,000: 1, 15, 30, 45, 60 (mi x1,000: 0.6, 9, 18, 27, 36), plus a time column in months; service at the distance or time interval, whichever occurs first. Marks: marked at 1, 15, 30, 45 and 60 x1,000 km.
Frame-to-engine fasteners (check tightening)

Rear suspension and frame

Factory

Factory: Scheduled maintenance chart, operations to be carried out by the dealer (viewer pp.345-348); columns km x1,000: 1, 15, 30, 45, 60 (mi x1,000: 0.6, 9, 18, 27, 36), plus a time column in months; service at the distance or time interval, whichever occurs first. Marks: marked at 15, 30, 45 and 60 x1,000 km.

Every 16,000 km or 2 years

1 item

Compression test (or leak-down)

Engine

Guideline

Every 19,500 km or 2 years

4 items

Replace air filter element

Fuel and air

Guideline
Synchronize throttle bodies

Fuel and air

Guideline
Clean and grease rear suspension linkage

Rear suspension and frame

Guideline
Grease swingarm pivot

Rear suspension and frame

Guideline

Every 24,000 km or 3 years

1 item

Change fork oil

Front end

Guideline

Some early telescopic forks are grease filled or use very small oil quantities. Check your manual.

Every 24,000 km or 4 years

1 item

Check valve clearances (shim adjusted)

Engine

Guideline

Every 25,500 km or 4 years

1 item

Replace spark plugs

Engine

Guideline

Every 29,000 km

1 item

Replace chain and sprockets (wear based)

Final drive

Guideline

Every 30,000 km or 12 months

1 item

Air filter (clean)

Fuel and air

Factory

Factory: Scheduled maintenance chart, operations to be carried out by the dealer (viewer pp.345-348); columns km x1,000: 1, 15, 30, 45, 60 (mi x1,000: 0.6, 9, 18, 27, 36), plus a time column in months; service at the distance or time interval, whichever occurs first. Marks: marked at 15 and 45 x1,000 km; time 12 months.

Every 30,000 km or 5 years

2 items

Water pump belt (change)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Scheduled maintenance chart, operations to be carried out by the dealer (viewer pp.345-348); columns km x1,000: 1, 15, 30, 45, 60 (mi x1,000: 0.6, 9, 18, 27, 36), plus a time column in months; service at the distance or time interval, whichever occurs first. Marks: marked at 30 and 60 x1,000 km; time 60 months.
Timing belts (change)

Ignition and electrics

Factory

Factory: Scheduled maintenance chart, operations to be carried out by the dealer (viewer pp.345-348); columns km x1,000: 1, 15, 30, 45, 60 (mi x1,000: 0.6, 9, 18, 27, 36), plus a time column in months; service at the distance or time interval, whichever occurs first. Marks: marked at 30 and 60 x1,000 km; time 60 months.

Every 30,000 km

8 items

Cush drive damper on rear sprocket (check)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Scheduled maintenance chart, operations to be carried out by the dealer (viewer pp.345-348); columns km x1,000: 1, 15, 30, 45, 60 (mi x1,000: 0.6, 9, 18, 27, 36), plus a time column in months; service at the distance or time interval, whichever occurs first. Marks: marked at 30 and 60 x1,000 km.
Spark plugs (change)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Scheduled maintenance chart, operations to be carried out by the dealer (viewer pp.345-348); columns km x1,000: 1, 15, 30, 45, 60 (mi x1,000: 0.6, 9, 18, 27, 36), plus a time column in months; service at the distance or time interval, whichever occurs first. Marks: marked at 30 and 60 x1,000 km.
Valve clearance (check and/or adjust)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Scheduled maintenance chart, operations to be carried out by the dealer (viewer pp.345-348); columns km x1,000: 1, 15, 30, 45, 60 (mi x1,000: 0.6, 9, 18, 27, 36), plus a time column in months; service at the distance or time interval, whichever occurs first. Marks: marked at 30 and 60 x1,000 km.
Air filter (change)

Fuel and air

Factory

Factory: Scheduled maintenance chart, operations to be carried out by the dealer (viewer pp.345-348); columns km x1,000: 1, 15, 30, 45, 60 (mi x1,000: 0.6, 9, 18, 27, 36), plus a time column in months; service at the distance or time interval, whichever occurs first. Marks: marked at 30 and 60 x1,000 km.
Fuel lines (visual check)

Fuel and air

Factory

Factory: Scheduled maintenance chart, operations to be carried out by the dealer (viewer pp.345-348); columns km x1,000: 1, 15, 30, 45, 60 (mi x1,000: 0.6, 9, 18, 27, 36), plus a time column in months; service at the distance or time interval, whichever occurs first. Marks: marked at 30 and 60 x1,000 km.
Steering bearings (check, lubricate if necessary)

Front end

Factory

Factory: Scheduled maintenance chart, operations to be carried out by the dealer (viewer pp.345-348); columns km x1,000: 1, 15, 30, 45, 60 (mi x1,000: 0.6, 9, 18, 27, 36), plus a time column in months; service at the distance or time interval, whichever occurs first. Marks: marked at 30 and 60 x1,000 km.
Rear wheel shaft (check and lubricate)

Wheels and tires

Factory

Factory: Scheduled maintenance chart, operations to be carried out by the dealer (viewer pp.345-348); columns km x1,000: 1, 15, 30, 45, 60 (mi x1,000: 0.6, 9, 18, 27, 36), plus a time column in months; service at the distance or time interval, whichever occurs first. Marks: marked at 30 and 60 x1,000 km.
Wheel hub bearings (check)

Wheels and tires

Factory

Factory: Scheduled maintenance chart, operations to be carried out by the dealer (viewer pp.345-348); columns km x1,000: 1, 15, 30, 45, 60 (mi x1,000: 0.6, 9, 18, 27, 36), plus a time column in months; service at the distance or time interval, whichever occurs first. Marks: marked at 30 and 60 x1,000 km.

Every 32,000 km or 4 years

2 items

Repack / replace steering head bearings

Front end

Guideline

Many old machines use loose balls in cups and cones. Taper roller conversions are common.
Repack / replace wheel bearings

Wheels and tires

Guideline

Cup-and-cone and taper roller hubs need periodic repacking and adjustment.

Every 38,500 km or 4 years

1 item

Replace fuel filter

Fuel and air

Guideline

Every 40,000 km or 6 years

1 item

Replace swingarm bushes / bearings

Rear suspension and frame

Guideline

Every 45,000 km or 4 years

1 item

Coolant (change)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Scheduled maintenance chart, operations to be carried out by the dealer (viewer pp.345-348); columns km x1,000: 1, 15, 30, 45, 60 (mi x1,000: 0.6, 9, 18, 27, 36), plus a time column in months; service at the distance or time interval, whichever occurs first. Marks: marked at 45 x1,000 km; time 48 months.

Every 45,000 km

1 item

Front fork fluid (change)

Front end

Factory

Factory: Scheduled maintenance chart, operations to be carried out by the dealer (viewer pp.345-348); columns km x1,000: 1, 15, 30, 45, 60 (mi x1,000: 0.6, 9, 18, 27, 36), plus a time column in months; service at the distance or time interval, whichever occurs first. Marks: marked at 45 x1,000 km.

Every 48,500 km or 6 years

1 item

Rebuild forks: seals, bushes, springs

Front end

Guideline

Every 60,000 km

1 item

Plugs with metal mesh filters on heads (clean)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Scheduled maintenance chart, operations to be carried out by the dealer (viewer pp.345-348); columns km x1,000: 1, 15, 30, 45, 60 (mi x1,000: 0.6, 9, 18, 27, 36), plus a time column in months; service at the distance or time interval, whichever occurs first. Marks: marked at 60 x1,000 km.

Every 6 months

1 item

Clean battery terminals, check charge and strap

Ignition and electrics

Guideline

Every 2 years

4 items

Replace coolant

Engine

Guideline
Inspect wiring, bullet connectors and ground points

Ignition and electrics

Guideline
Inspect frame, welds and lugs for cracks

Rear suspension and frame

Guideline
Replace brake fluid

Brakes

Guideline

Every 3 years

1 item

Brake and clutch fluid (change)

Brakes

Factory

Factory: Scheduled maintenance chart, operations to be carried out by the dealer (viewer pp.345-348); columns km x1,000: 1, 15, 30, 45, 60 (mi x1,000: 0.6, 9, 18, 27, 36), plus a time column in months; service at the distance or time interval, whichever occurs first. Marks: time 36 months.

Every 4 years

3 items

Replace fuel lines

Fuel and air

Guideline

Old rubber and modern ethanol fuel do not mix well.
Inspect brake hoses; replace old rubber

Brakes

Guideline
Rebuild calipers and master cylinders (seals)

Brakes

Guideline

Every 6 years

1 item

Replace tires on age (regardless of tread)

Wheels and tires

Guideline

No interval set

1 item

Engine oil mesh filter assembly (clean)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Scheduled maintenance chart, operations to be carried out by the dealer (viewer pp.345-348); columns km x1,000: 1, 15, 30, 45, 60 (mi x1,000: 0.6, 9, 18, 27, 36), plus a time column in months; service at the distance or time interval, whichever occurs first. Marks: marked at 1 x1,000 km only.

Guideline lines: Intervals here are general guidelines for the machine's era and layout, compiled for this app. They are not factory manual figures. Check your workshop manual, and edit any interval in the bike's Schedule tab.