2012 Ducati Diavel Technical Service Bulletins

35 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2012 Ducati Diavel. TSBs are notes manufacturers send to dealers about repair procedures for issues seen in the field. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault.

• 10249815Jan 18, 2024Suspension. Procedure for Assessing Front Fork Oil Leaks. Applicability: All Models. This service repair bulletin informs dealers and service managers of the assessment criteria for identifying front fork-related defects. The purpose is prevent technicians from mistaking oozing oil or assembly grease, for legitimate defects. The bulletin further provides examples and pictures for clarification.
• 10243567Sep 29, 2023Seats, Wheels, Brakes. Tips & Tricks Summary Rev. 14 Summary: Applicability: Availability and characteristic of Akrapovic Racing Exhaust Part no. 96482291AA for the Multistrada V4 Rally. Abnormal play of passenger seat, and squeak coming from the front wheel when moving the motorcycle for the Diavel, and slight front end vibrations when braking at low speeds on the DesertX.
• 10240321Jul 31, 2023Engine cooling, Electrical system, Body and structure, Brakes. Tips & Tricks Summary Rev. 10 Summary. water radiator electric fan motors replacement, BBS fuse replacement and BBS software updates for the Diavel; new brake fluid reservoir bracket part number for the Panigale; water pump gear oil seal deficiency, and modifying the tightening torque of the foot peg holder plate and stand support fixing screws for a all models.
• 10240317Jul 25, 2023Engine cooling, Seats, Fuel system, Vehicle speed control, Electrical system. Tips and Tricks Revision 9 Summary. Front fork leg seal indication, fuel tank filler plug improvements, and DQS error code information for the Multistrada; rider seat cover creases for the Diavel; timing layshift seal removal and water pump gear oil seal deficiency for a all models.
• 10240308Jul 17, 2023Brakes. Guided Diagnosis for Front Brake System Bleeding. Applicability: All Models. This Service Bulletin replaces and cancels the previous bulletin SRV-SRB-20-014 published on 4/17/2020. It provides dealers and service managers with needed information to correctly bleed the front brake system of the various Ducati models. This bulletin further refers the reader to an attached diagnosis guide. The referenced guide/annex…
• 10240311Jul 13, 2023Engine cooling, Transmission and drivetrain. Finial Drive Chain Maintenance Precautions. Applicability: All Models and Model Years (except XDiavel). This Service Bulletin replaces and cancels the previous bulletins: SRV-SRB-18-030 published on 05/11/2018, SRV-SRB-19-046 published on 12/31/2019, SRV-SRB-20-050 published on 11/24/2020. It provides dealers and service managers additional final drive chain care to ensure optimum performance and longevity for the…
• 10240307Jul 10, 2023Engine cooling. Procedure for Analysis and Control of Oil and Coolant Leaks from Engine_Rev.01. Applicability: All Models. This service repair bulletin instructs dealers and service managers on authorized procedures for identifying and isolating coolant and engine oil leaks. The use of a prescribed leak trace powder is stressed. This bulletin includes service instructions.
• 10238475Jun 16, 2023Engine cooling. Precautions to Follow During Crankcase Cleaning. Applicability: All Models. This service bulletin informs dealers and service managers about precautions in using abrasive cleaners for engine component sealant, and in particular the crankcase covers. The bulletin further provides cleaning instructions with approved cleaning tools.
• 10238478Jun 15, 2023Electrical system, Other or unknown. Tips & Tricks Summary Rev. 06 Summary. BBS fuse indications and fan error code validation for the Diavel; and Precautions for removing scratches on special versions on the Streetfighter.
• 10237193May 16, 2023Engine cooling. Procedure for Analysis and Control of Oil and Coolant Leaks from Engine. Applicability: All Models. This service bulletin provides dealers and service managers with troubleshooting guidance for oil or coolant leaks. This bulletin includes service instructions.
• 10222407Sep 23, 2022Brakes. Overview of Rear Brake System Updates. Applicability: All Models. This service repair bulletin provides dealers and service managers a provides a summary of the updates available for motorcycles that have Customer concerns about a slight elongation, over time and use, of rear brake pedal stroke.
• 10219283Aug 5, 2022Engine cooling. CR235 – Checking Proper Configuration of Options Installed on the Motorcycle. Applicability: All Models (USA & MEX country versions only) . This technical service bulletin informs dealers and service managers of required BBS electronic configuration for the subject units. The bulletin also provides affected VIN information and service solution. This document has been redacted for sensitive pricing information.
• 10217038Jul 18, 2022Brakes. Overview of Rear Brake System Updates. Applicability: All US Models. This service bulletin provides a summary of the updates available for motorcycles that have Customer concerns about a slight elongation, over time and use, of rear brake pedal stroke. This Service Bulletin replaces and cancels the bulletin SRV-SRB-22-029 published on 06/17/2022.
• 10213041May 2, 2022Engine cooling, Brakes. Service Operation Manual Update 2022. Applicability: All Models, all model years. This service bulletin informs dealers and service manages of service and operations updates to the Operations Manual.
• 10209663Mar 14, 2022Electrical system. Rules for Battery Replacement Under Warranty. Applicability: All models, all years. This Electronic Service Bulletin replaces and cancels SRV-ESB-19-001, published January 17, 2019. It provides dealers and service managers the correct replacement procedures for 12-volt battery installed on all Ducati motorcycle models. This document has been redacted for sensitive pricing information. The annex referenced in this…
• 10209665Mar 2, 2022Brakes, Electrical system, Engine cooling. Tips & Tricks V 01 - Applicability: All models. Pg 13 : Possible damage to water pump gear oil seal. Diavel 1260 (all model versions). Pg. 15: Indication for replacement of brake hoses under warranty. Multistrada V4 PP, Pg. 41, Possible presence of error U1900-Optional Configuration not carried out. Multistrada V2, Multistrada V4 PP (all model years) Pg.42; Possible interference between tank bag and front brake…
• 10208536Feb 4, 2022Engine cooling, Body and structure. Tips & Tricks V25 - Applicability: All models. Pg 12 : Update of engine oil filter cartridge tightening torque. Multistrada V4 (all model versions). Pg. 38: Possible incorrect diameter of the silencer front or rear manifold in the Racing Exhaust Kit, Pg. 39, Possible oxidisation of windscreen retaining screws.
• 10203083Oct 26, 2021Seats, Engine cooling, Electrical system. Tips & Tricks. Applicability: All Models, All Model Years, P. 10-Error P0314 Validation: High misfire with risk of damaging the catalytic converter; P.11-Control unit reprogramming. Multistrada V4S All Model Years, P.30-Right-hand switch button backlighting problems, P. 31-Possible appearance of stains and white dots on the instrument panel, P. 31 Possible malfunction of the heated passenger seat. Scrambler 800 MY…
• 10200866Aug 12, 2021Suspension. Scheduled Maintenance Plan Update for Diavel Family Applicability: Diavel MY 2011-2018 (all versions) This service bulletin provides dealers and service managers with updated scheduled maintenance for the suspension system. This bulletins supersedes bulletin SRV-SRB-20-021 published on June 16, 2020. This document has been redacted for sensitive pricing information.
• 10190054Mar 30, 2021Equipment, Engine cooling, Electrical system. Tips & Tricks Ver 12. Applicability: All models, all model years. This Tips & Tricks bulletin informs dealers and service managers of non-safety time-saving efficiencies and observations, encountered by Ducati field technicians. Topics range from packaging & transport to engines and accessories, to cosmetic issues.
• 10190055Mar 2, 2021Equipment, Electrical system, Suspension, Tires. Tips & Tricks Ver 03. Applicability: All models, all model years. This Tips & Tricks bulletin informs dealers and service managers of non-safety time-saving efficiencies and observations, encountered by Ducati field technicians. Topics include aftermarket accessories, battery preparations, tire pressures sensing, gas cap paint, enhanced suspension, oil level checks, and instrument panel software.
• 10188299Feb 23, 2021Equipment, Engine. Rideability Complaints. Applicability: All Models. The purpose of this service bulletin is distribute a questionnaire to help dealers and service managers collect detailed information about any rideability complaints for models equipped with a 4-cylinder engine. The purpose is to provide more comprehensive data to enable a better diagnosis of the situation. The referenced questionnaire is attached as an editable…
• 10176908Jun 17, 2020Equipment, Suspension. Scheduled Maintenance plan update for Diavel family- Applicability: Diavel Model Year 2011-2018 (all versions). This service repair bulletin notifies dealers and service managers of updated regular service checklists and requirements for listed model service schedules. This document has been redacted for sensitive pricing information.
• 10174562Apr 17, 2020Brakes. Guided diagnosis for front brake system bleeding - Applicability: All vehicle models, all years. This Service Bulletin provides guidance for front brake system bleeding. It includes a "guided diagnosis" attachment, which outlines the sequence of operations to be followed depending on the type of brake master cylinder installed. The attachment is available upon request.
• 10173096Mar 19, 2020Equipment, Electrical system. Ducati Immobilizer Systems - Applicability: All vehicles with electronic coded keys. This Electronic Service Bulletin replaces and cancels the bulletin SRV-ESB-18-004 published on May 3rd, 2018 and provides information regarding the Immobilizer Systems (engine start lock systems) and associated reset procedures that a Ducati technician shall perform in case of a system failure or loss of keys. This bulletin also…
• 10169798Dec 31, 2019Equipment. Scheduled Maintenance Check List Update - Applicability: All models. This service bulletin provides dealers and service managers with scheduled maintenance updates specific to each of Ducati's models. This includes updated mileage and time interval maintenance schedules. The actual checklists referenced in this bulletin will be made available to NHTSA upon request.
• 10169796Dec 31, 2019Transmission and drivetrain. Final Drive Chain Maintenance Precautions - Applicability: All models and Model Years (except XDiavel). The purpose of this service bulletin is to further inform dealers and service managers of proper maintenance to ensure optimal performance and service life of the final drive chain installed on the entire Ducati range of motorcycles.
• 10167176Oct 8, 2019Engine cooling, Equipment. TiltWatch indicator for engine shipments - Applicability: all models, all years. This service repair bulletin informs dealers and service managers about the "TiltWatch" indicator being implemented on engine packages. It also provides instruction on how to proceed, should an engine shipment be received with an activated TiltWatch indicator.
• 10140276May 3, 2018Engine. Immobilizer Systems - This electronic service bulletin supersedes SRV-ESB-16-002 published 10/06/2016. it contains updated system information regarding Ducati Immobilizer Systems (engine start lock systems) for the listed year models. The bulletin provides a comprehensive list of procedures covering the associated model systems, associated reference charts.
• 10110349May 31, 2017Engine cooling, Equipment. Procedure for Verifying Engine Oil Consumption - this Tips and Tricks bulletin addresses numerous high-oil consumption field claims. New procedures with associated diagrams and technical worksheet as an attachment are included.
• 10086368Jun 15, 2016Engine, Electrical system, Equipment. Immobilizer systems - this electronic service bulletin informs ducati technicians regarding ducati immobilizer systems (engine start lock systems) for all ducati models from model year 2006 to model year 2016. This bulletin also contains all relevant reset procedures that can be performed in cases of system failure, or key loss.
• 10086367May 23, 2016Equipment. Transparent maintenanceposter and scheduled maintenance checklist update - this service bulletin contains ducati service minimum requirements. It includes maintenance checklists and intervals, as well as illustrations for display.
• 10188853Jun 14, 2013Equipment. Technical specification sheet update
• 10115922Jun 13, 2013Engine cooling. Product Update for Diavel Coolant - This technical service bulletin updates dealer principals, general managers, parts managers, service managers, and the north american dealer network on Ducati's decision to implement a new type of coolant for listed models. New coolant details, part number, cost (redacted), illustrations and procedure instructions are alos included.
• 10115917Apr 23, 2013Electrical system, Steering. This service bulletin informs service managers of situations where owners of listed models may be unable to activate their steering lock in certain cases. Dealer instructions are included, along with associated software numbers and versions, updating procedures, diagrams and illustrations.

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