Ducati Scrambler Cafe Racer (803) — OEM Fluid, Tire Pressure & Maintenance Specs
803cc Air/Oil-Cooled 90° L-Twin Desmodromic 2-Valve (17-Inch Clip-On Cafe Racer) · Source: Ducati Scrambler Cafe Racer (803) (2017–2020) Official Owner’s Manual Maintenance Specifications
According to the Ducati Scrambler Cafe Racer (803) (2017–2020) Official Owner’s Manual Maintenance Specifications, the 2017–2020 Ducati Scrambler Cafe Racer (803) (chassis KD/KC) 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 3.3 L (3.49 US qt) with filter service (44440035A / HF153). Standard solo cold tire pressure is 250 kPa / 2.50 bar / 36 PSI front (120/70 ZR17 M/C (58W)) and 250 kPa / 2.50 bar / 36 PSI rear (180/55 ZR17 M/C (73W)), paired with 2× NGK DCPR8E spark plug(s) and a YT12B-BS battery.
Drain only: 3.1 L (3.28 US qt)
R 250 kPa (2.50 bar)
Est. Range: ~257 km (160 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: 3.3 L (3.49 US qt) • Complete dry overhaul: 3.6 L (3.80 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: 250 kPa / 2.50 bar / 36 PSI Rear: 250 kPa / 2.50 bar / 36 PSI |
| Cold Tire Pressure — 2-Up / Loaded Touring |
Front: 250 kPa / 2.50 bar / 36 PSI Rear: 290 kPa / 2.90 bar / 42 PSI |
| OEM Spark Plug & Quantity | NGK DCPR8E × 2 (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 | 803 cc · 73 hp @ 8,250 rpm · 66.2 N·m (48.8 lb-ft) @ 5,750 rpm |
|---|---|
| Seat Height & Wet Curb Weight | 805 mm (31.7 in) · 196 kg (432 lbs) |
| Fuel Tank & Est. Real-World Range | 13.5 L (3.6 US gal) · ~19 km/L → ~257 km (160 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
Swapped the 18-inch Scrambler front wheel for sportier 17-inch rims, clip-on bars, and radial front master cylinder; updated in 2019 with hydraulic clutch and spoke rims.
Oil & Clutch Mechanical Engineering Note
Spirited canyon riding on the air-cooled 803cc Desmodue requires full-synthetic SAE 15W-50 JASO MA2 (3.3 L w/ HF153) and 5-year belt changes.