When we finally get a house (hoping by end of the year) I'll probably redo a lot of how-to's and add many more. I'll finally have the space and lighting to make better garage videos.
Thanks, the chainguard noise completely vanished. Strange rhat i had it after the first 1000km service. Keep the how too's coming really appreciate it!
I have one now. This was recorded with a crappy point & shoot camera with no manual exposure controls. Future how-to's will be worlds better with the A7ii.
hi i ve seen a couple of your videos and a followed them in maintaining my diavel. recently i ve done my oil change and thats only possible due to ur video.. lots of thanks .. i realy need to learn chain adjustment on my diavel but this video is a bit DARK things are not that clear are there is not enough light in the garage. will u plz post another clip next time u do ur chain adjustment on diavel. that will be better for guys like me who never perform any mechanical job on bikes. THANKS
Probably a good idea if you notice a lot of grit forming. If it's just lube, it's not a problem. It's a good idea to wipe down the inside of your sprocket cover, especially if you use a lot of lube between cleanings. Over time you can get a thick layer of lube built up on it, and that can attract little bits of sand, stone, etc. It's a good idea to let the chain guides stay greasy (but clean) as it'll reduce wear over time. Dry metal on dry plastic can wear it down quickly. Also a good idea to check the torque on the bolts holding the wear guides down. After my rear shock was swapped out by the dealership, they didn't bother to fully torque the bolts down and my top guide started coming loose. I didn't realize it until I noticed the wear pattern on the plastic had staggered to one side.
I was wondering if you can tell me if a monster s2r 800 would be a good first bike. My dream bike is diavel because of the traction control and the three different modes. This bike might not have these things but I am willing to sacrifice these issues right now until I have enough to buy my dream bike.
Bob Pelton It tends to be very reduced after an adjustment, but gradually comes back as the chain stretches. You can hear it in my more recent videos. Might do another adjustment today. Most of the guys on the forum put a piece of rubber between the chain guide and swingarm to muffle the clack.
Motomfg paddock stand. Add dot com to the end of their name for their website. It lifts the entire motorcycle off the ground so you can remove both wheels for tire changes easily and do just about any other regular maintenance and upgrades easily. Get the wheel kit and you can roll the bike around the garage on the stand for easier parking.
When I have no shop lights and I'm in a tiny apartment single car garage I do. My new garage has basically the entire ceiling covered in LEDs. I'll eventually redo these old videos.
+vathi55 It really depends on how you ride. I tend to check mine every 1000 miles or so because I ride like a hoon. Someone who babies their bike like they're trying to win a miles per gallon challenge might be fine for five times as long or more. Best way to know if you need an adjustment is to check the slack. On the Diavel spec is 9-11mm.
+MotoErgoSum ,, Thank you so much for your prompt response. I am scheduling a test ride for a Diavel this week and I am trying to learn more about the maintenance requirements and idiosyncrasies of the Diavel. I own a Harley and have never owned a chain drive bike. How long have you owned your Diavel? Is it dependable? Any other recommendations for owning a Diavel?
vathi55 I've only had one break down and it was because my YUASA battery failed. Only other time was from running a semi tire over at 80mph on the freeway. Only reason I was straned was because the kickstand switch broke from the hit. I've got video of it in my list. Chain maintenance can be a mess but there are handy tools to make it worlds easier. I picked up a Grease Ninja last year that directly squirts the lube onto the chain's O-rings. Found another tool earlier this year that lets me set my chain slack without having to crawl under the bike and measure. Just loosen the chain, clamp the thing on, tighten chain, torque pinch bolts, and remove the tool. Beyond the usual oil change, brakes, and coolant on every bike, the only thing I take mine into the dealership for is the engine's belts and valve checkups every 15k. If I had the tools and space to do those I'd probably do them myself as well. Need to get a bike lift once I get a house sorted out here. Long story short, my Ducatis have been the most dependable bikes I've ridden. The modern engines are very reliable and can take a lot of abuse if you break them in right and are meticulous about oil changes.
Not sure about size, but I got it from motomfg here in the US. Chain adjuster tool for Ducati 1098/1198/1199/SF/MTS1200/Diavel It should fit all single-sided Ducati sportbikes from 2007 on. If you don't have a spanner, you can use a flat head screwdriver to either pry the eccentric or tap with a rubber mallet to move it.
It's a black-on-black bike. It's a huge pain in the ass to get good lighting for black-on-black anything, especially if the background isn't darker than your subject. I've moved since doing this video and should have better lighting and video in future how-to's. My crappy Nikon point'n'shoot digital camera doesn't have very good white balance settings or low light features. My new Sony A65 SLR is worlds better.
Would a be anyway to make this video much darker?? I had to breakout my NVG's to watch your video? How about opening the garage door or are there monsters in your neighborhood?
This was done back in Maryland when I was in an apartment with abysmal lighting using a cheap point & shoot camera with no manual control over stuff like metering, exposure, or even ISO. I tried filming with the garage door open, but the central air was right outside the door so I had to decide between crap lighting or the neighbors' loud droning AC. The other problem was the outdoor light actually made the bike darker because the camera's spot metering was crap. Once I get moved into a house I'll have much better lighting and use my Sony A7ii to re-do a bunch of my how-to's.
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3 years later and I am referencing your video !!! just got my spanner wrench and doing the chain tonight.
When we finally get a house (hoping by end of the year) I'll probably redo a lot of how-to's and add many more. I'll finally have the space and lighting to make better garage videos.
Thanks, the chainguard noise completely vanished. Strange rhat i had it after the first 1000km service. Keep the how too's coming really appreciate it!
Great videos, very thorough! A work light would be a great addition to your tool chest ;)
I have one now. This was recorded with a crappy point & shoot camera with no manual exposure controls. Future how-to's will be worlds better with the A7ii.
hi i ve seen a couple of your videos and a followed them in maintaining my diavel. recently i ve done my oil change and thats only possible due to ur video.. lots of thanks .. i realy need to learn chain adjustment on my diavel but this video is a bit DARK things are not that clear are there is not enough light in the garage. will u plz post another clip next time u do ur chain adjustment on diavel. that will be better for guys like me who never perform any mechanical job on bikes. THANKS
Thank you for Great video and Thank you for sharing!
should we clean the front sprocket and rails as well? Great videos very helpful.
Probably a good idea if you notice a lot of grit forming. If it's just lube, it's not a problem. It's a good idea to wipe down the inside of your sprocket cover, especially if you use a lot of lube between cleanings. Over time you can get a thick layer of lube built up on it, and that can attract little bits of sand, stone, etc. It's a good idea to let the chain guides stay greasy (but clean) as it'll reduce wear over time. Dry metal on dry plastic can wear it down quickly.
Also a good idea to check the torque on the bolts holding the wear guides down. After my rear shock was swapped out by the dealership, they didn't bother to fully torque the bolts down and my top guide started coming loose. I didn't realize it until I noticed the wear pattern on the plastic had staggered to one side.
I was wondering if you can tell me if a monster s2r 800 would be a good first bike. My dream bike is diavel because of the traction control and the three different modes. This bike might not have these things but I am willing to sacrifice these issues right now until I have enough to buy my dream bike.
do you still get a lot of chain slap noise when it's adjusted right
Bob Pelton It tends to be very reduced after an adjustment, but gradually comes back as the chain stretches. You can hear it in my more recent videos. Might do another adjustment today. Most of the guys on the forum put a piece of rubber between the chain guide and swingarm to muffle the clack.
Do you need to take the chain guard that covers the rear sprocket off to adjust the the chain?
+Martin Sundgren No. I can fit my C spanner on the hub with the handle at the 6 o'clock position. Keeps everything on the underside of the swingarm.
Thanks for the info.
What stand do you use and where did you get it?
Motomfg paddock stand. Add dot com to the end of their name for their website. It lifts the entire motorcycle off the ground so you can remove both wheels for tire changes easily and do just about any other regular maintenance and upgrades easily. Get the wheel kit and you can roll the bike around the garage on the stand for easier parking.
You always work in the pitch dark ? ......
When I have no shop lights and I'm in a tiny apartment single car garage I do. My new garage has basically the entire ceiling covered in LEDs. I'll eventually redo these old videos.
How often does the chain have to be adjusted?
+vathi55 It really depends on how you ride. I tend to check mine every 1000 miles or so because I ride like a hoon. Someone who babies their bike like they're trying to win a miles per gallon challenge might be fine for five times as long or more. Best way to know if you need an adjustment is to check the slack. On the Diavel spec is 9-11mm.
+MotoErgoSum ,, Thank you so much for your prompt response. I am scheduling a test ride for a Diavel this week and I am trying to learn more about the maintenance requirements and idiosyncrasies of the Diavel. I own a Harley and have never owned a chain drive bike. How long have you owned your Diavel? Is it dependable? Any other recommendations for owning a Diavel?
vathi55
I've only had one break down and it was because my YUASA battery failed. Only other time was from running a semi tire over at 80mph on the freeway. Only reason I was straned was because the kickstand switch broke from the hit. I've got video of it in my list.
Chain maintenance can be a mess but there are handy tools to make it worlds easier. I picked up a Grease Ninja last year that directly squirts the lube onto the chain's O-rings. Found another tool earlier this year that lets me set my chain slack without having to crawl under the bike and measure. Just loosen the chain, clamp the thing on, tighten chain, torque pinch bolts, and remove the tool.
Beyond the usual oil change, brakes, and coolant on every bike, the only thing I take mine into the dealership for is the engine's belts and valve checkups every 15k. If I had the tools and space to do those I'd probably do them myself as well. Need to get a bike lift once I get a house sorted out here.
Long story short, my Ducatis have been the most dependable bikes I've ridden. The modern engines are very reliable and can take a lot of abuse if you break them in right and are meticulous about oil changes.
Wht size is tht spanner
Not sure about size, but I got it from motomfg here in the US. Chain adjuster tool for Ducati 1098/1198/1199/SF/MTS1200/Diavel
It should fit all single-sided Ducati sportbikes from 2007 on. If you don't have a spanner, you can use a flat head screwdriver to either pry the eccentric or tap with a rubber mallet to move it.
It's a black-on-black bike. It's a huge pain in the ass to get good lighting for black-on-black anything, especially if the background isn't darker than your subject. I've moved since doing this video and should have better lighting and video in future how-to's. My crappy Nikon point'n'shoot digital camera doesn't have very good white balance settings or low light features. My new Sony A65 SLR is worlds better.
You forgot to mention about retightening the two nuts
Would a be anyway to make this video much darker?? I had to breakout my NVG's to watch your video? How about opening the garage door or are there monsters in your neighborhood?
This was done back in Maryland when I was in an apartment with abysmal lighting using a cheap point & shoot camera with no manual control over stuff like metering, exposure, or even ISO. I tried filming with the garage door open, but the central air was right outside the door so I had to decide between crap lighting or the neighbors' loud droning AC. The other problem was the outdoor light actually made the bike darker because the camera's spot metering was crap. Once I get moved into a house I'll have much better lighting and use my Sony A7ii to re-do a bunch of my how-to's.
Just pulling your leg bro... The important thing is that you made the video. Good luck getting a house,, cheers...
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Still looking forward to wiping this one when I get settled and can replace it. I've moved like nine times in the past ten years.
Who does a video in a power cut.....lol
whatd you do? forget to pay the electricity bill???
very bad video, very dark....sorry?....is true
Old video. Had no lighting. Totally agree.
Great info... Horrible video. This would be better if you take the bike to. Your driveway with daylight Thanks for the info!
So dark