Honda SH300i (NF02 / NF05) — OEM Fluid, Tire Pressure & Maintenance Specs
279cc Liquid-Cooled Single SOHC 4V + 16-Inch Wheels · Source: Honda SH300i (NF02 / NF05) (2007–2020) Official Owner’s Manual Maintenance Specifications
According to the Honda SH300i (NF02 / NF05) (2007–2020) Official Owner’s Manual Maintenance Specifications, the 2007–2020 Honda SH300i (NF02 / NF05) (chassis NF02/NF05) requires 1.2 L (1.27 US qt) of SAE 10W-30 (JASO MB, API SJ or higher) engine oil for a drain-only change and 1.4 L (1.48 US qt) with filter service (15410-MCJ-000 / HF204). Standard solo cold tire pressure is 200 kPa / 2.00 bar / 29 PSI front (110/70-16 M/C 52S) and 225 kPa / 2.25 bar / 33 PSI rear (130/70R16 M/C 61S), paired with 1× NGK LMAR8A-9 spark plug(s) and a YTZ10S battery.
Drain only: 1.2 L (1.27 US qt)
R 225 kPa (2.25 bar)
Est. Range: ~291 km (181 mi)
1. Engine Lubrication, Filter & Clutch Specifications
| Clutch Architecture | Dry Centrifugal CVT Belt Drive |
|---|---|
| Recommended Viscosity & Grade | SAE 10W-30 (Alt: SAE 10W-40) · JASO MB · API SJ or higher |
| Oil Volume (Drain / With Filter / Overhaul) |
• Drain only: 1.2 L (1.27 US qt) • With filter/strainer: 1.4 L (1.48 US qt) • Complete dry overhaul: 1.7 L (1.80 US qt) |
| OEM Oil Filter Code & Type | 15410-MCJ-000 / HF204 |
| Correct Oil Level Check Method | Hold upright on level ground; rest dipstick UNTHREADED on filler neck (do NOT screw in) |
| Oil Drain Bolt Torque | 25 N·m (18.4 lb-ft / 2.55 kgf·m) — Use fresh crush washer |
| Final Drive / Bevel Gear Oil | 170 ml (0.17 L) — SAE 10W-30 JASO MB (170 ml rear reduction gear oil) |
2. Cold Tire Pressures, Wheels, Ignition & Drivetrain
| Front / Rear OEM Tire Sizes | Front: 110/70-16 M/C 52S · Rear: 130/70R16 M/C 61S (Tubeless) |
|---|---|
| Cold Tire Pressure — Solo Riding |
Front: 200 kPa / 2.00 bar / 29 PSI Rear: 225 kPa / 2.25 bar / 33 PSI |
| Cold Tire Pressure — 2-Up / Loaded Touring |
Front: 200 kPa / 2.00 bar / 29 PSI Rear: 250 kPa / 2.50 bar / 36 PSI |
| OEM Spark Plug & Quantity | NGK LMAR8A-9 × 1 (Gap: 0.8–0.9 mm) |
| OEM Battery Code & Rating | YTZ10S (12V 8.6Ah MF AGM) |
| Final Drive Maintenance | Dry V-Belt CVT Drive — Inspect/replace V-belt and rollers every 20,000–24,000 km |
| 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 | 279 cc · 25.2 hp @ 7,500 rpm · 25.5 N·m (18.8 lb-ft) @ 5,000 rpm |
|---|---|
| Seat Height & Wet Curb Weight | 805 mm (31.7 in) · 169 kg (373 lbs) |
| Fuel Tank & Est. Real-World Range | 9.1 L (2.4 US gal) · ~32 km/L → ~291 km (181 mi) |
| OEM Scheduled Maintenance Intervals |
• First Break-In: 1,000 km • Engine Oil / Filter: 12,000 km / 12,000 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
Originator of Honda’s 279cc single; redesigned in 2015 (NF05) with a stretched steel underbone frame to fit a full-face helmet plus Smart Key and ABS.
Oil & Clutch Mechanical Engineering Note
Honda mid-size maxi-scooter eSP/eSP+ platform pairing a spin-on filter (HF204) with SAE 10W-30 JASO MB oil and 170 ml rear gear oil.