Ducati Monster S2R 1000 — OEM Fluid, Tire Pressure & Maintenance Specs
992cc Air/Oil-Cooled 90° L-Twin Desmodue DS Dual-Spark (Dry Multiplate Clutch & Trellis SSSA) · Source: Ducati Monster S2R 1000 (2006–2008) Official Owner’s Manual Maintenance Specifications
According to the Ducati Monster S2R 1000 (2006–2008) Official Owner’s Manual Maintenance Specifications, the 2006–2008 Ducati Monster S2R 1000 (chassis M4/ZDMM416AA) requires 3.1 L (3.28 US qt) of SAE 15W-50 (JASO MA2, API SM / Shell Advance Ducati 15W-50) engine oil for a drain-only change and 3.4 L (3.59 US qt) with filter service (44440035A / HF153). Standard solo cold tire pressure is 240 kPa / 2.40 bar / 35 PSI front (120/70 ZR17 M/C (58W)) and 260 kPa / 2.60 bar / 38 PSI rear (180/55 ZR17 M/C (73W)), paired with 4× NGK DCPR8E spark plug(s) and a YT12B-BS battery.
Drain only: 3.1 L (3.28 US qt)
R 260 kPa (2.60 bar)
Est. Range: ~249 km (155 mi)
1. Engine Lubrication, Filter & Clutch Specifications
| Clutch Architecture | Wet Multi-Plate Manual Clutch NEVER use JASO MB |
|---|---|
| Recommended Viscosity & Grade | SAE 15W-50 · JASO MA2 · API SM / Shell Advance Ducati 15W-50 |
| Oil Volume (Drain / With Filter / Overhaul) |
• Drain only: 3.1 L (3.28 US qt) • With filter/strainer: 3.4 L (3.59 US qt) • Complete dry overhaul: 3.7 L (3.91 US qt) |
| OEM Oil Filter Code & Type | 44440035A / HF153 |
| Correct Oil Level Check Method | Hold bike upright on level ground 3–5 min after warm shutdown; read crankcase sight glass |
| Oil Drain Bolt Torque | 20 N·m (14.8 lb-ft / 2.04 kgf·m) — Use fresh crush washer |
2. Cold Tire Pressures, Wheels, Ignition & Drivetrain
| Front / Rear OEM Tire Sizes | Front: 120/70 ZR17 M/C (58W) · Rear: 180/55 ZR17 M/C (73W) (Tubeless) |
|---|---|
| Cold Tire Pressure — Solo Riding |
Front: 240 kPa / 2.40 bar / 35 PSI Rear: 260 kPa / 2.60 bar / 38 PSI |
| Cold Tire Pressure — 2-Up / Loaded Touring |
Front: 250 kPa / 2.50 bar / 36 PSI Rear: 280 kPa / 2.80 bar / 41 PSI |
| OEM Spark Plug & Quantity | NGK DCPR8E × 4 (Gap: 0.7–0.8 mm) |
| OEM Battery Code & Rating | YT12B-BS (12V 10.0Ah Slim MF AGM) |
| Final Drive Maintenance | 520 Sealed X-Ring Chain — Maintain 25–35 mm slack and clean/lubricate regularly |
| Brake Fluid & Coolant | DOT 4 · Air/Oil-Cooled Engine (No liquid coolant) |
3. Ergonomics, Range & Scheduled Service Intervals
| Displacement · Max Power · Peak Torque | 992 cc · 95 hp @ 8,000 rpm · 94 N·m (69.3 lb-ft) @ 6,000 rpm |
|---|---|
| Seat Height & Wet Curb Weight | 800 mm (31.5 in) · 192 kg (423 lbs) |
| Fuel Tank & Est. Real-World Range | 14 L (3.7 US gal) · ~17.8 km/L → ~249 km (155 mi) |
| OEM Scheduled Maintenance Intervals |
• First Break-In: 1,000 km • Engine Oil / Filter: 12,000 km / 12,000 km • Air Filter / Spark Plug: 12,000 km / 12,000 km • Valve Clearance Check: 12,000 km |
4. Generation Cutoffs & Real-World Wrenching Gotchas
Model-Year & Chassis Generation Notes
Upgraded over the wet-clutch S2R 800 with the 992cc Dual-Spark Desmodue, classic dry multiplate clutch, single-sided swingarm, and 4-piston Brembo brakes.
Oil & Clutch Mechanical Engineering Note
Features a classic Ducati dry multiplate clutch while sharing 3.4 L of SAE 15W-50 JASO MA2 synthetic oil across the unitized 6-speed gearbox and engine.