Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports ES DCT — OEM Fluid, Tire Pressure & Maintenance Specs
1,084cc Liquid-Cooled Unicam Twin + Showa EERA & 6-Speed DCT · Source: Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports ES DCT (2020–Present) Official Owner’s Manual Maintenance Specifications
According to the Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports ES DCT (2020–Present) Official Owner’s Manual Maintenance Specifications, the 2020–Present Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports ES DCT (chassis SD09/SD14) requires 4 L (4.23 US qt) of SAE 10W-30 (JASO MA, API SJ or higher) engine oil for a drain-only change and 4.2 L (4.44 US qt) with filter service (15410-MCJ-000 (HF204) + DCT 15412-MGS-D21). Standard solo cold tire pressure is 200 kPa / 2.00 bar / 29 PSI front (110/80R19 M/C 59V) and 250 kPa / 2.50 bar / 36 PSI rear (150/70R18 M/C 70V), paired with 4× NGK SILMAR8A9S spark plug(s) and a YTZ14S / HY110 battery.
Drain only: 4 L (4.23 US qt)
R 250 kPa (2.50 bar)
Est. Range: ~506 km (314 mi)
1. Engine Lubrication, Filter & Clutch Specifications
| Clutch Architecture | Wet Multi-Plate Dual Clutch (DCT) NEVER use JASO MB |
|---|---|
| Recommended Viscosity & Grade | SAE 10W-30 (Alt: SAE 10W-40) · JASO MA · API SJ or higher |
| Oil Volume (Drain / With Filter / Overhaul) |
• Drain only: 4 L (4.23 US qt) • With filter/strainer: 4.2 L (4.44 US qt) • Complete dry overhaul: 5.2 L (5.49 US qt) |
| OEM Oil Filter Code & Type | 15410-MCJ-000 (HF204) + DCT 15412-MGS-D21 |
| Correct Oil Level Check Method | Hold upright on level ground; rest dipstick UNTHREADED on filler neck (do NOT screw in) |
| 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: 110/80R19 M/C 59V · Rear: 150/70R18 M/C 70V (Tubeless) |
|---|---|
| Cold Tire Pressure — Solo Riding |
Front: 200 kPa / 2.00 bar / 29 PSI Rear: 250 kPa / 2.50 bar / 36 PSI |
| Cold Tire Pressure — 2-Up / Loaded Touring |
Front: 200 kPa / 2.00 bar / 29 PSI Rear: 280 kPa / 2.80 bar / 41 PSI |
| OEM Spark Plug & Quantity | NGK SILMAR8A9S × 4 (Gap: 0.8–0.9 mm) |
| OEM Battery Code & Rating | YTZ14S / HY110 (12V 11.2Ah AGM / LiFePO4) |
| Final Drive Maintenance | 525 Heavy-Duty Sealed X-Ring Chain — Maintain 25–35 mm slack and clean/lube regularly |
| Brake Fluid & Coolant | DOT 4 · Silicate-free ethylene-glycol OAT coolant for aluminum radiators (50:50 premix) |
3. Ergonomics, Range & Scheduled Service Intervals
| Displacement · Max Power · Peak Torque | 1084 cc · 102 hp @ 7,500 rpm · 112 N·m (82.6 lb-ft) @ 5,500 rpm |
|---|---|
| Seat Height & Wet Curb Weight | 855 mm (33.7 in) · 253 kg (558 lbs) |
| Fuel Tank & Est. Real-World Range | 24.8 L (6.6 US gal) · ~20.4 km/L → ~506 km (314 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 / 48,000 km • Valve Clearance Check: 24,000 km |
4. Generation Cutoffs & Real-World Wrenching Gotchas
Model-Year & Chassis Generation Notes
24.8 L long-range flagship with tubeless cross-spoke wheels and Showa EERA; switched in 2024 (SD14) from a 21-inch to a road-focused 110/80R19 front wheel (+7% torque).
Oil & Clutch Mechanical Engineering Note
Honda 998/1,084cc semi-dry-sump Unicam twin (Africa Twin, NT1100, Rebel 1100) featuring dual crankcase drain bolts and 4 twin-spark plugs.