Bold reference numbers in this section identify parts not shown in the figures alongside the text, but which can be found in the exploded view diagram.

This operation is described for an engine removed from the frame since all reassembly procedures are easier with the engine on the bench.

Fit the tool 88713.1749 to the holes of the screws (7) that have just been removed.

There is a sealing ring (4) on the cover (29) in correspondence with the gearchange shaft that may be damaged when removing the alternator cover.

Undo the three stator retaining screws (25) and the retaining screws (32) of the two cable guide brackets (31) from inside the crankcase cover.

The alternator-side crankcase cover is fitted with a bearing (27), held in place by circlip (28), which locates on the end of the crank­shaft.

Upon assembly of new components apply prescribed sealant and tighten to a torque of 25 Nm (Min. 23 Nm - Max. 27 Nm) (Sect. 3 - 3, Engine torque settings).

Refit the water pump components (B) as described in Sect. 9 - 3.3, Removal of the water pump.

Use the tool 88713.3367 fixed to the M10 side stand fixing holes (D).

While unscrewing the nut, apply axial pressure to the socket to avoid damage or injury in the event of the wrench suddenly slip­ping off the nut.

Check that the starter clutch is working properly and that the needle races do not show signs of wear or damage of any kind. If there is any malfunction, remove the whole assembly.

Unscrew the 8 screws (26) and remove the rotor (24) from the flywheel.

Insert two of the screws (26) just removed from the flywheel rotor-side in their holes in order to remove the flange (14) and the starter clutch (22) from the flywheel (17).

Assemble the components (starter clutch and flange) so that the edge (A) of the starter clutch is positioned on side of the flange with the bevelled edge (B).

Seat the flange (14) with the starter clutch (22) in the flywheel (17), aligning the flange locating hole (C) with the flywheel locating hole (D).

Assemble the components (flange and flywheel) so that edge (A) of the starter clutch (22) is enclosed between the flange and flywheel.

Tighten the screws (26) to a torque of 13 Nm (Min. 11 Nm - Max. 15 Nm) (Sect. 3 - 3, Engine torque settings) following the se­quence above.

Hold the flywheel (17) with one hand and check that the driven gear can rotate freely in the direction of the green arrow but not in the direction of the red arrow.

Lock the flywheel rotation by means of tool number 88713.3367 and tighten the nut (15) to a torque of 330 Nm (Min. 313 Nm - Max. 346 Nm) (Sect. 3 - 3, Engine torque settings).

Install the water pump unit (Sec. 9 - 3.3, Refitting the water pump).

Spread a continuous uniform bead of DUCATI liquid gasket on the cover mating surface, ensuring continuity around the holes for the retaining screws and bushes.

Grease the end of the crankshaft and the gearchange shaft to facilitate installation of the cover and to prevent the sealing ring (4) from being damaged, if already installed in the cover.

While positioning the cover (29) on the crankcase half, slightly turn the timing belt drive shaft pulleys to facilitate insertion of the pump control shaft.

Should it be necessary to remove the cover again, fit the puller 88713.1749 located in the threaded holes in correspondence with the crankshaft.

Tighten the retaining screws to a torque of 10 Nm (Min. 9 Nm - Max. 11 Nm) (Sect. 3 - 3, Engine torque settings).

Damp the sealing ring (4) with alcohol and install it in the alternator-side crankcase cover (29), in correspondence with the gearch­ange shaft.

Make sure that the O-ring (5) is installed in the cover (6).

Tighten the two screws (7) that retain cover (6) with the engine crankcase to the torque of 5 Nm (Min. 4.5 Nm - Max. 5.5 Nm) (Sect. 3 - 3, Engine torque settings).