Honda Benly 110 (JA09) — OEM Fluid, Tire Pressure & Maintenance Specs
108cc Air-Cooled Single SOHC 2V eSP (Dry Centrifugal CVT) · Source: Honda Benly 110 (JA09) (2012–2023) Official Owner’s Manual Maintenance Specifications
According to the Honda Benly 110 (JA09) (2012–2023) Official Owner’s Manual Maintenance Specifications, the 2012–2023 Honda Benly 110 (JA09) (chassis JA09/MW110) requires 0.7 L (0.74 US qt) of SAE 10W-30 (JASO MB, API SJ or higher) engine oil for a drain-only change and 0.7 L (0.74 US qt) with filter service (15421-K0R-V00 (Strainer Screen)). Standard solo cold tire pressure is 175 kPa / 1.75 bar / 25 PSI front (90/90-12 44J) and 200 kPa / 2.00 bar / 29 PSI rear (110/80-10 58J), paired with 1× NGK CPR9EA-9 / MR8C-9N spark plug(s) and a YTZ6V / YTX5L-BS battery.
Drain only: 0.7 L (0.74 US qt)
R 200 kPa (2.00 bar)
Est. Range: ~480 km (298 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: 0.7 L (0.74 US qt) • With filter/strainer: 0.7 L (0.74 US qt) • Complete dry overhaul: 0.8 L (0.85 US qt) |
| OEM Oil Filter Code & Type | 15421-K0R-V00 (Strainer Screen) |
| Correct Oil Level Check Method | Hold upright on level ground; rest dipstick UNTHREADED on filler neck (do NOT screw in) |
| Oil Drain Bolt Torque | 24 N·m (17.7 lb-ft / 2.45 kgf·m) — Use fresh crush washer |
| Final Drive / Bevel Gear Oil | 100 ml (0.10 L) — SAE 10W-30 JASO MB (100 ml rear reduction gear oil) |
2. Cold Tire Pressures, Wheels, Ignition & Drivetrain
| Front / Rear OEM Tire Sizes | Front: 90/90-12 44J · Rear: 110/80-10 58J (Tubeless) |
|---|---|
| Cold Tire Pressure — Solo Riding |
Front: 175 kPa / 1.75 bar / 25 PSI Rear: 200 kPa / 2.00 bar / 29 PSI |
| Cold Tire Pressure — 2-Up / Loaded Touring |
Front: 175 kPa / 1.75 bar / 25 PSI Rear: 225 kPa / 2.25 bar / 33 PSI |
| OEM Spark Plug & Quantity | NGK CPR9EA-9 / MR8C-9N × 1 (Gap: 0.8–0.9 mm) |
| OEM Battery Code & Rating | YTZ6V / YTX5L-BS (12V 5.0Ah 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 | Mechanical Drum · Air/Oil-Cooled Engine (No liquid coolant) |
3. Ergonomics, Range & Scheduled Service Intervals
| Displacement · Max Power · Peak Torque | 108 cc · 7.9 hp @ 7,000 rpm · 8.6 N·m (6.3 lb-ft) @ 5,000 rpm |
|---|---|
| Seat Height & Wet Curb Weight | 710 mm (28.0 in) · 113 kg (249 lbs) |
| Fuel Tank & Est. Real-World Range | 10 L (2.6 US gal) · ~48 km/L → ~480 km (298 mi) |
| OEM Scheduled Maintenance Intervals |
• First Break-In: 1,000 km • Engine Oil / Filter: 4,000 km / 8,000 km • Air Filter / Spark Plug: 16,000 km / 8,000 km • Valve Clearance Check: 8,000 km |
4. Generation Cutoffs & Real-World Wrenching Gotchas
Model-Year & Chassis Generation Notes
Commercial cargo scooter built around a 10 L fuel tank, flat rear deck, front-and-rear mechanical drum CBS brakes, and a heavy-load 110/80-10 58J rear tire.
Oil & Clutch Mechanical Engineering Note
Holding just 0.70 L of SAE 10W-30 JASO MB oil without a spin-on filter, heavy commercial stop-and-go duty requires level checks and changes every 1,500–2,000 km.
Garage Wrenching Gotchas
- Always fit a reinforced 58J load-rated 110/80-10 rear tire; standard passenger scooter tires overheat and fail under rear cargo box loads.
- Adjust rear and front mechanical drum CBS cables in factory sequence so the equalizer link splits lever travel evenly without dragging either shoe.
5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What are the engine oil and rear hub gear oil capacities for the Honda Benly 110 (JA09) scooter?
With an isolated dry CVT belt case, the engine requires 0.7 L drain-only or 0.7 L (0.74 US qt) with filter/screen (15421-K0R-V00 (Strainer Screen)) of SAE 10W-30 (JASO MB). Service the rear reduction hub separately (final drive 100 ml).
How do you accurately check the oil level on the Benly 110 (JA09), and what are its service intervals?
Hold the bike upright on level ground 2–3 minutes after shutdown, wipe the dipstick, and rest it on the filler threads without screwing it in (threading it in reads artificially high and risks oil starvation). Torque the drain plug to 24 N·m with a new crush washer. Factory oil change intervals are every 4,000 km, with valve clearance inspection every 8,000 km.
What are the cold tire pressures, puncture repair type, seat height, and range of the Benly 110 (JA09)?
Fitted with 90/90-12 44J front and 110/80-10 58J rear tubeless rims (compatible with roadside plug kits), set cold tire pressures to 25 / 29 PSI (175/200 kPa) solo or 25 / 33 PSI loaded. Seat height is 710 mm (28.0 in) at 113 kg wet weight, delivering ~480 km per 10 L tank.