Ducati Multistrada V4 Rally (30L Tank) — OEM Fluid, Tire Pressure & Maintenance Specs
1,158cc Liquid-Cooled 90° V4 Granturismo (30L Aluminum Tank & 200mm Skyhook EVO Travel) · Source: Ducati Multistrada V4 Rally (30L Tank) (2023–Present) Official Owner’s Manual Maintenance Specifications
According to the Ducati Multistrada V4 Rally (30L Tank) (2023–Present) Official Owner’s Manual Maintenance Specifications, the 2023–Present Ducati Multistrada V4 Rally (30L Tank) (chassis 4A-RL/ZDM4A02AA) requires 4.1 L (4.33 US qt) of SAE 15W-50 (JASO MA2, Shell Advance Ducati 15W-50 Full Synthetic) engine oil for a drain-only change and 4.4 L (4.65 US qt) with filter service (44440312B / HF159). Standard solo cold tire pressure is 230 kPa / 2.30 bar / 33 PSI front (120/70 R19 M/C 60V) and 250 kPa / 2.50 bar / 36 PSI rear (170/60 R17 M/C 72V), paired with 4× NGK LMDR10A-JS / MAR9A-J spark plug(s) and a YTZ14S battery.
Drain only: 4.1 L (4.33 US qt)
R 250 kPa (2.50 bar)
Est. Range: ~456 km (283 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 · Shell Advance Ducati 15W-50 Full Synthetic |
| Oil Volume (Drain / With Filter / Overhaul) |
• Drain only: 4.1 L (4.33 US qt) • With filter/strainer: 4.4 L (4.65 US qt) • Complete dry overhaul: 4.8 L (5.07 US qt) |
| OEM Oil Filter Code & Type | 44440312B / 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 | 14 N·m (10.3 lb-ft / 1.43 kgf·m) — Use fresh crush washer |
2. Cold Tire Pressures, Wheels, Ignition & Drivetrain
| Front / Rear OEM Tire Sizes | Front: 120/70 R19 M/C 60V · Rear: 170/60 R17 M/C 72V (Tubeless) |
|---|---|
| Cold Tire Pressure — Solo Riding |
Front: 230 kPa / 2.30 bar / 33 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 LMDR10A-JS / MAR9A-J × 4 (Gap: 0.8 mm) |
| OEM Battery Code & Rating | YTZ14S (12V 11.2Ah Heavy-Duty 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 | 1158 cc · 170 hp @ 10,750 rpm · 121 N·m (89.2 lb-ft) @ 8,750 rpm |
|---|---|
| Seat Height & Wet Curb Weight | 870 mm (34.3 in) · 260 kg (573 lbs) |
| Fuel Tank & Est. Real-World Range | 30 L (7.9 US gal) · ~15.2 km/L → ~456 km (283 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: 60,000 km |
4. Generation Cutoffs & Real-World Wrenching Gotchas
Model-Year & Chassis Generation Notes
Transcontinental flagship adding a 30 L brushed-aluminum fuel tank, 200 mm Skyhook EVO travel, lighter tubeless spoke rims, and moving rear-bank deactivation.
Oil & Clutch Mechanical Engineering Note
Heavy transcontinental load and off-pavement riding demand clean SAE 15W-50 JASO MA2 synthetic oil (4.4 L w/ HF159) checked upright after warm-up.
Garage Wrenching Gotchas
- Drain or run down the 30 L aluminum tank before lifting it for air-filter service—full fuel adds over 22 kg and risks snapping quick-disconnect fittings.
- Wait for the Skyhook Minimum Preload / Easy Lift actuator cycle to finish with ignition on before heaving the 260 kg bike onto its centerstand.
5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What oil volume, JASO grade, and oil filter code does the Ducati Multistrada V4 Rally (30L Tank) (2023–Present) require?
Because its wet multi-plate clutch shares engine oil with the gearbox, run SAE 15W-50 (JASO MA2) at 4.1 L (4.33 US qt) drain-only and 4.4 L (4.65 US qt) with filter (44440312B / HF159).
How do you accurately check the oil level on the Multistrada V4 Rally (30L Tank), 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 14 N·m with a new crush washer. Factory oil change intervals are every 15,000 km, with valve clearance inspection every 60,000 km.
What are the cold tire pressures, puncture repair type, seat height, and range of the Multistrada V4 Rally (30L Tank)?
Fitted with 120/70 R19 M/C 60V front and 170/60 R17 M/C 72V rear tubeless rims (compatible with roadside plug kits), set cold tire pressures to 33 / 36 PSI (230/250 kPa) solo or 36 / 42 PSI loaded. Seat height is 870 mm (34.3 in) at 260 kg wet weight, delivering ~456 km per 30 L tank.