Ducati Streetfighter V4 / V4 S — OEM Fluid, Tire Pressure & Maintenance Specs
1,103cc Liquid-Cooled 90° V4 Counter-Rotating Crank Desmosedici Stradale · Source: Ducati Streetfighter V4 / V4 S Official Owner’s Manual & Service Data
According to the Ducati Streetfighter V4 / V4 S Official Owner’s Manual & Service Data, the 2020–Present Ducati Streetfighter V4 / V4 S (chassis ZDMFA00AA/FA/3F) requires 3.1 L (3.28 US qt) of SAE 15W-50 (JASO MA2, API SN Synthetic (Shell Advance Ducati 15W-50)) engine oil for a drain-only change and 3.4 L (3.59 US qt) with filter service (44440312B / HF159). Standard solo cold tire pressure is 240 kPa / 2.40 bar / 35 PSI front (120/70 ZR17 M/C (58W)) and 250 kPa / 2.50 bar / 36 PSI rear (200/60 ZR17 M/C (80W)), paired with 4× NGK MAR9A-J spark plug(s) and a YT7B-BS (Base) / LiFePO4 (V4 S) battery.
Drain only: 3.1 L (3.28 US qt)
R 250 kPa (2.50 bar)
Est. Range: ~218 km (135 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 SN Synthetic (Shell Advance Ducati 15W-50) |
| Oil Volume (Drain / With Filter / Overhaul) |
• Drain only: 3.1 L (3.28 US qt) • With filter/strainer: 3.4 L (3.59 US qt) • Complete dry overhaul: 4 L (4.23 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 ZR17 M/C (58W) · Rear: 200/60 ZR17 M/C (80W) (Tubeless) |
|---|---|
| Cold Tire Pressure — Solo Riding |
Front: 240 kPa / 2.40 bar / 35 PSI Rear: 250 kPa / 2.50 bar / 36 PSI |
| Cold Tire Pressure — 2-Up / Loaded Touring |
Front: 240 kPa / 2.40 bar / 35 PSI Rear: 270 kPa / 2.70 bar / 39 PSI |
| OEM Spark Plug & Quantity | NGK MAR9A-J × 4 (Gap: 0.8 mm) |
| OEM Battery Code & Rating | YT7B-BS (Base) / LiFePO4 (V4 S) (12V 6.5Ah AGM (V4) or 12V LiFePO4 Lithium (V4 S)) |
| Final Drive Maintenance | 525 Heavy-Duty Z-Ring Chain (Single-Sided Swingarm Eccentric Hub) — 33–35 mm slack |
| Brake Fluid & Coolant | DOT 4 · ENI Agip Permanent Spezial Silicate-Free Coolant (~2.4 L) |
3. Ergonomics, Range & Scheduled Service Intervals
| Displacement · Max Power · Peak Torque | 1103 cc · 208 hp @ 13,000 rpm · 123 N·m (90.7 lb-ft) @ 9,500 rpm |
|---|---|
| Seat Height & Wet Curb Weight | 845 mm (33.3 in) · 201 kg (443 lbs) |
| Fuel Tank & Est. Real-World Range | 16.5 L (4.4 US gal) · ~13.2 km/L → ~218 km (135 mi) |
| OEM Scheduled Maintenance Intervals |
• First Break-In: 1,000 km • Engine Oil / Filter: 12,000 km / 12,000 km • Air Filter / Spark Plug: 24,000 km / 24,000 km • Valve Clearance Check: 24,000 km |
4. Generation Cutoffs & Real-World Wrenching Gotchas
Model-Year & Chassis Generation Notes
Following the 2020–2022 launch series (16.0 L tank), the 2023–2024 update introduced a reshaped 16.5 L tank, Wet power mode, and updated cooling logic, with V4 S models carrying factory LiFePO4 batteries and forged Marchesini wheels (succeeded in 2025 by the hollow-symmetrical swingarm generation).
Oil & Clutch Mechanical Engineering Note
Spinning to 14,000+ rpm with MotoGP-derived twin-pulse firing and rear-bank cylinder deactivation at idle, the Desmosedici Stradale V4 relies on multi-stage scavenge pumps and a recessed paper cartridge filter (44440312B). Run only premium SAE 15W-50 JASO MA2 synthetic oil and respect the low 14 N·m oil pan drain plug torque.
Garage Wrenching Gotchas
- When replacing the internal 44440312B oil filter cartridge beneath the sump plate, always replace and oil both Viton cover O-rings—reusing heat-flattened seals risks pressurized belly-pan leaks.
- V4 S models ship with a factory LiFePO4 lithium battery under the front tank cover; never hook up a lead-acid charger with >15V desulfation pulses—use only a dedicated lithium maintainer.
5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
How do you properly fill and check engine oil on a Ducati Streetfighter V4?
Refill with filter (44440312B) takes roughly 3.4 L (3.59 US qt). Because of the semi-dry-sump scavenging galleries, pour 3.2 L initially, bring the engine to full operating temperature, shut off, and wait 10–15 minutes with the bike perfectly vertical before topping up to the sight-glass mark.
Does the Streetfighter V4 use rubber timing belts like older Ducatis?
No. The Desmosedici Stradale V4 uses a hybrid gear-and-chain camshaft drive rather than rubber timing belts, eliminating 5-year belt changes while scheduling Desmo valve checks every 24,000 km (15,000 mi).
What is the stock rear tire size and cold tire pressure for the Streetfighter V4?
It runs a tall-profile 200/60 ZR17 superbike rear tire paired with a 120/70 ZR17 front; factory solo street cold pressures are 240 kPa (2.40 bar / 35 PSI) front and 250 kPa (2.50 bar / 36 PSI) rear.