Ducati Hypermotard 950 / RVE / SP — OEM Fluid, Tire Pressure & Maintenance Specs
937cc Liquid-Cooled 90° L-Twin Testastretta 11° 13.3:1 Compression (Twin Underseat Supermoto) · Source: Ducati Hypermotard 950 / RVE / SP (2019–Present) Official Owner’s Manual Maintenance Specifications
According to the Ducati Hypermotard 950 / RVE / SP (2019–Present) Official Owner’s Manual Maintenance Specifications, the 2019–Present Ducati Hypermotard 950 / RVE / SP (chassis BA/1B) requires 3.2 L (3.38 US qt) of SAE 15W-50 (JASO MA2, API SM / Shell Advance Ducati 15W-50) engine oil for a drain-only change and 3.6 L (3.80 US qt) with filter service (44440291C / HF159). 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 MAR9A-J spark plug(s) and a YT12B-BS battery.
Drain only: 3.2 L (3.38 US qt)
R 250 kPa (2.50 bar)
Est. Range: ~268 km (167 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: 3.2 L (3.38 US qt) • With filter/strainer: 3.6 L (3.80 US qt) • Complete dry overhaul: 4 L (4.23 US qt) |
| OEM Oil Filter Code & Type | 44440291C / HF159 |
| 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 MAR9A-J × 2 (Gap: 0.8 mm) |
| OEM Battery Code & Rating | YT12B-BS (12V 10.0Ah Slim MF AGM) |
| Final Drive Maintenance | 525 Heavy-Duty X-Ring Chain — Maintain 25–35 mm slack and lubricate regularly |
| Brake Fluid & Coolant | DOT 4 · OAT ethylene-glycol coolant for aluminum radiators (50:50 premix) |
3. Ergonomics, Range & Scheduled Service Intervals
| Displacement · Max Power · Peak Torque | 937 cc · 114 hp @ 9,000 rpm · 96 N·m (70.8 lb-ft) @ 7,250 rpm |
|---|---|
| Seat Height & Wet Curb Weight | 870 mm (34.3 in) · 198 kg (437 lbs) |
| Fuel Tank & Est. Real-World Range | 14.5 L (3.8 US gal) · ~18.5 km/L → ~268 km (167 mi) |
| OEM Scheduled Maintenance Intervals |
• First Break-In: 1,000 km • Engine Oil / Filter: 15,000 km / 15,000 km • Air Filter / Spark Plug: 30,000 km / 30,000 km • Valve Clearance Check: 30,000 km |
4. Generation Cutoffs & Real-World Wrenching Gotchas
Model-Year & Chassis Generation Notes
Redesigned in 2019 with twin underseat exhausts and exposed trellis subframe; SP trim adds Marchesini forged wheels and taller 890 mm Ohlins suspension.
Oil & Clutch Mechanical Engineering Note
High-compression 13.3:1 Testastretta 11° with hydraulic slipper clutch relies on 3.6 L of Shell Advance SAE 15W-50 JASO MA2 for crisp quickshifter action.
Garage Wrenching Gotchas
- Underseat and rear-cylinder exhaust routing heats the rear brake and hydraulic clutch lines—bleed with high-boiling DOT 4 fluid annually.
- Single-sided rear wheel nut requires heavy-duty socket tooling (~176 N·m) and mandatory reinstallation of the safety retaining clip.
5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What oil volume, JASO grade, and oil filter code does the Ducati Hypermotard 950 / RVE / SP (2019–Present) require?
Because its wet multi-plate clutch shares engine oil with the gearbox, run SAE 15W-50 (JASO MA2) at 3.2 L (3.38 US qt) drain-only and 3.6 L (3.80 US qt) with filter (44440291C / HF159).
How do you accurately check the oil level on the Hypermotard 950 / RVE / SP, and what are its service intervals?
Hold the motorcycle dead-vertical on level ground 2–3 minutes after warm shutdown and verify the oil sits mid-way between the Upper and Lower marks in the crankcase sight glass—never on the sidestand. Torque the drain plug to 20 N·m with a new crush washer. Factory oil change intervals are every 15,000 km, with valve clearance inspection every 30,000 km.
What are the cold tire pressures, puncture repair type, seat height, and range of the Hypermotard 950 / RVE / SP?
Fitted with 120/70 ZR17 M/C (58W) front and 180/55 ZR17 M/C (73W) rear tubeless rims (compatible with roadside plug kits), set cold tire pressures to 36 / 36 PSI (250/250 kPa) solo or 36 / 42 PSI loaded. Seat height is 870 mm (34.3 in) at 198 kg wet weight, delivering ~268 km per 14.5 L tank.