Ducati Scrambler Sixty2 (400) — OEM Fluid, Tire Pressure & Maintenance Specs
399cc Air-Cooled 90° L-Twin Desmodromic 2-Valve (A2-Friendly Steel-Swingarm Scrambler) · Source: Ducati Scrambler Sixty2 (400) (2016–2020) Official Owner’s Manual Maintenance Specifications
According to the Ducati Scrambler Sixty2 (400) (2016–2020) Official Owner’s Manual Maintenance Specifications, the 2016–2020 Ducati Scrambler Sixty2 (400) (chassis KE/ZDMKE00AA) requires 2.9 L (3.06 US qt) of SAE 15W-50 (JASO MA2, API SM / Shell Advance Ducati 15W-50) engine oil for a drain-only change and 3.1 L (3.28 US qt) with filter service (44440035A / HF153). Standard solo cold tire pressure is 230 kPa / 2.30 bar / 33 PSI front (110/80 R18 M/C 58H) and 230 kPa / 2.30 bar / 33 PSI rear (160/60 R17 M/C 69V), paired with 2× NGK DCPR8E spark plug(s) and a YT12B-BS battery.
Drain only: 2.9 L (3.06 US qt)
R 230 kPa (2.30 bar)
Est. Range: ~315 km (196 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: 2.9 L (3.06 US qt) • With filter/strainer: 3.1 L (3.28 US qt) • Complete dry overhaul: 3.4 L (3.59 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: 110/80 R18 M/C 58H · Rear: 160/60 R17 M/C 69V (Tubeless) |
|---|---|
| Cold Tire Pressure — Solo Riding |
Front: 230 kPa / 2.30 bar / 33 PSI Rear: 230 kPa / 2.30 bar / 33 PSI |
| Cold Tire Pressure — 2-Up / Loaded Touring |
Front: 240 kPa / 2.40 bar / 35 PSI Rear: 260 kPa / 2.60 bar / 38 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 | 399 cc · 41 hp @ 8,750 rpm · 34.3 N·m (25.3 lb-ft) @ 8,000 rpm |
|---|---|
| Seat Height & Wet Curb Weight | 790 mm (31.1 in) · 183 kg (403 lbs) |
| Fuel Tank & Est. Real-World Range | 14 L (3.7 US gal) · ~22.5 km/L → ~315 km (196 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
Named after the 1962 original, pairing a 399cc air-cooled Desmodue L-twin with conventional 41 mm Showa forks, steel swingarm, and agile 160/60-17 rear tire.
Oil & Clutch Mechanical Engineering Note
Smaller-displacement 399cc Desmodue L-twin spins higher at highway speeds—refill 3.1 L of SAE 15W-50 JASO MA2 synthetic with spin-on filter HF153.