Honda CB1100RS (SC65 17-Inch) — OEM Fluid, Tire Pressure & Maintenance Specs
1,140cc Air/Oil-Cooled Inline-4 DOHC 16V + 17-Inch Cast Wheels · Source: Honda CB1100RS (SC65 17-Inch) (2017–2022) Official Owner’s Manual Maintenance Specifications
According to the Honda CB1100RS (SC65 17-Inch) (2017–2022) Official Owner’s Manual Maintenance Specifications, the 2017–2022 Honda CB1100RS (SC65 17-Inch) (chassis SC65) requires 3.8 L (4.02 US qt) of SAE 10W-30 (JASO MA, API SG/SJ or higher) engine oil for a drain-only change and 3.9 L (4.12 US qt) with filter service (15410-MCJ-000 / HF204). Standard solo cold tire pressure is 250 kPa / 2.50 bar / 36 PSI front (120/70ZR17 M/C (58W)) and 290 kPa / 2.90 bar / 42 PSI rear (180/55ZR17 M/C (73W)), paired with 4× NGK LMAR8A-9S spark plug(s) and a YTZ14S battery.
Drain only: 3.8 L (4.02 US qt)
R 290 kPa (2.90 bar)
Est. Range: ~311 km (193 mi)
1. Engine Lubrication, Filter & Clutch Specifications
| Clutch Architecture | Wet Multi-Plate Manual Clutch NEVER use JASO MB |
|---|---|
| Recommended Viscosity & Grade | SAE 10W-30 (Alt: SAE 10W-40) · JASO MA · API SG/SJ or higher |
| Oil Volume (Drain / With Filter / Overhaul) |
• Drain only: 3.8 L (4.02 US qt) • With filter/strainer: 3.9 L (4.12 US qt) • Complete dry overhaul: 4.9 L (5.18 US qt) |
| OEM Oil Filter Code & Type | 15410-MCJ-000 / HF204 |
| 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 | 30 N·m (22.1 lb-ft / 3.06 kgf·m) — Use fresh crush washer |
2. Cold Tire Pressures, Wheels, Ignition & Drivetrain
| Front / Rear OEM Tire Sizes | Front: 120/70ZR17 M/C (58W) · Rear: 180/55ZR17 M/C (73W) (Tubeless) |
|---|---|
| Cold Tire Pressure — Solo Riding |
Front: 250 kPa / 2.50 bar / 36 PSI Rear: 290 kPa / 2.90 bar / 42 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 LMAR8A-9S × 4 (Gap: 0.8–0.9 mm) |
| OEM Battery Code & Rating | YTZ14S (12V 11.2Ah MF AGM) |
| Final Drive Maintenance | 530 Heavy-Duty Sealed Chain — Inspect 25–35 mm slack and sprocket wear regularly |
| Brake Fluid & Coolant | DOT 4 · Air/Oil-Cooled Engine (No liquid coolant; front oil cooler) |
3. Ergonomics, Range & Scheduled Service Intervals
| Displacement · Max Power · Peak Torque | 1140 cc · 89.8 hp @ 7,500 rpm · 91 N·m (67.1 lb-ft) @ 5,500 rpm |
|---|---|
| Seat Height & Wet Curb Weight | 795 mm (31.3 in) · 252 kg (556 lbs) |
| Fuel Tank & Est. Real-World Range | 16.8 L (4.4 US gal) · ~18.5 km/L → ~311 km (193 mi) |
| OEM Scheduled Maintenance Intervals |
• First Break-In: 1,000 km • Engine Oil / Filter: 12,000 km / 24,000 km • Air Filter / Spark Plug: 18,000 km / 24,000 km • Valve Clearance Check: 24,000 km |
4. Generation Cutoffs & Real-World Wrenching Gotchas
Model-Year & Chassis Generation Notes
Sport-tuned sibling to the CB1100EX swapping spoked 18s for tubeless 17-inch cast wheels, radial Tokico 4-piston calipers, 43mm Showa SDBV forks, and an aluminum swingarm.
Oil & Clutch Mechanical Engineering Note
Honda big-bore CB1100/CB1300 and VFR V4 touring family using spin-on filter HF204 and hydraulic DOT 4 clutch actuation.