Honda CB1000R Neo Sports Cafe (SC80) — OEM Fluid, Tire Pressure & Maintenance Specs
998cc Liquid-Cooled Inline-4 DOHC 16V + Single-Sided Swingarm · Source: Honda CB1000R Neo Sports Cafe (SC80) (2018–2024) Official Owner’s Manual Maintenance Specifications
According to the Honda CB1000R Neo Sports Cafe (SC80) (2018–2024) Official Owner’s Manual Maintenance Specifications, the 2018–2024 Honda CB1000R Neo Sports Cafe (SC80) (chassis SC80) requires 2.7 L (2.85 US qt) of SAE 10W-30 (JASO MA, API SG/SJ or higher) engine oil for a drain-only change and 3 L (3.17 US qt) with filter service (15410-MCJ-000 / HF204). Standard solo cold tire pressure is 250 kPa / 2.50 bar / 36 PSI front (120/70ZR17 M/C (58W)) and 290 kPa / 2.90 bar / 42 PSI rear (190/55ZR17 M/C (75W)), paired with 4× NGK IMR9C-9HES / SILMAR9C9 spark plug(s) and a YTZ10S / YTZ7S battery.
Drain only: 2.7 L (2.85 US qt)
R 290 kPa (2.90 bar)
Est. Range: ~279 km (173 mi)
1. Engine Lubrication, Filter & Clutch Specifications
| Clutch Architecture | Wet Multi-Plate Manual Clutch NEVER use JASO MB |
|---|---|
| Recommended Viscosity & Grade | SAE 10W-30 (Alt: SAE 10W-40) · JASO MA · API SG/SJ or higher |
| Oil Volume (Drain / With Filter / Overhaul) |
• Drain only: 2.7 L (2.85 US qt) • With filter/strainer: 3 L (3.17 US qt) • Complete dry overhaul: 3.6 L (3.80 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 | 30 N·m (22.1 lb-ft / 3.06 kgf·m) — Use fresh crush washer |
2. Cold Tire Pressures, Wheels, Ignition & Drivetrain
| Front / Rear OEM Tire Sizes | Front: 120/70ZR17 M/C (58W) · Rear: 190/55ZR17 M/C (75W) (Tubeless) |
|---|---|
| Cold Tire Pressure — Solo Riding |
Front: 250 kPa / 2.50 bar / 36 PSI Rear: 290 kPa / 2.90 bar / 42 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 IMR9C-9HES / SILMAR9C9 × 4 (Gap: 0.8–0.9 mm) |
| OEM Battery Code & Rating | YTZ10S / YTZ7S (12V 8.6Ah MF AGM) |
| Final Drive Maintenance | 525 Heavy-Duty Sealed X-Ring Chain — Maintain 25–35 mm slack and clean/lube regularly |
| 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 | 998 cc · 145.5 hp @ 10,500 rpm · 104 N·m (76.7 lb-ft) @ 8,250 rpm |
|---|---|
| Seat Height & Wet Curb Weight | 830 mm (32.7 in) · 213 kg (470 lbs) |
| Fuel Tank & Est. Real-World Range | 16.2 L (4.3 US gal) · ~17.2 km/L → ~279 km (173 mi) |
| OEM Scheduled Maintenance Intervals |
• First Break-In: 1,000 km • Engine Oil / Filter: 12,000 km / 24,000 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
Flagship Neo Sports Cafe pairing a forged-piston 998cc inline-four with a single-sided Pro-Arm swingarm; 2021+ Euro 5 models received a teardrop headlight, 5-inch TFT, and Black Edition trim.
Oil & Clutch Mechanical Engineering Note
Geared shorter than Fireblade for instant midrange punch, fill 3.0 L of SAE 10W-30 or 10W-40 JASO MA synthetic oil with filter HF204 and read the right-cover dipstick resting unscrewed.
Garage Wrenching Gotchas
- Adjusting 525 chain slack on the single-sided Pro-Arm requires loosening the eccentric hub pinch bolt and rotating the carrier with a hook spanner—never pry against wheel spokes.
- License-plate and turn-signal wiring runs along the underside of the single-sided swingarm to the hugger—keep solvent and paddock stand pins clear of the loom.
5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What oil volume, JASO grade, and oil filter code does the Honda CB1000R Neo Sports Cafe (SC80) (2018–2024) require?
Because its wet multi-plate clutch shares engine oil with the gearbox, run SAE 10W-30 (JASO MA) at 2.7 L (2.85 US qt) drain-only and 3 L (3.17 US qt) with filter (15410-MCJ-000 / HF204).
How do you accurately check the oil level on the CB1000R Neo Sports Cafe (SC80), 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 30 N·m with a new crush washer. Factory oil change intervals are every 12,000 km, with valve clearance inspection every 24,000 km.
What are the cold tire pressures, puncture repair type, seat height, and range of the CB1000R Neo Sports Cafe (SC80)?
Fitted with 120/70ZR17 M/C (58W) front and 190/55ZR17 M/C (75W) rear tubeless rims (compatible with roadside plug kits), set cold tire pressures to 36 / 42 PSI (250/290 kPa) solo or 36 / 42 PSI loaded. Seat height is 830 mm (32.7 in) at 213 kg wet weight, delivering ~279 km per 16.2 L tank.