Honda CB500F (PC63) — OEM Fluid, Tire Pressure & Maintenance Specs
471cc Liquid-Cooled Parallel-Twin DOHC 8V 180° · Source: Honda CB500F (PC63) (2019–2023) Official Owner’s Manual Maintenance Specifications
According to the Honda CB500F (PC63) (2019–2023) Official Owner’s Manual Maintenance Specifications, the 2019–2023 Honda CB500F (PC63) (chassis PC63) requires 2.5 L (2.64 US qt) of SAE 10W-30 (JASO MA, API SJ or higher) engine oil for a drain-only change and 2.7 L (2.85 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 (160/60ZR17 M/C (69W)), paired with 2× NGK CPR8EA-9 spark plug(s) and a YTZ8V / YTZ10S battery.
Drain only: 2.5 L (2.64 US qt)
R 290 kPa (2.90 bar)
Est. Range: ~489 km (304 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 SJ or higher |
| Oil Volume (Drain / With Filter / Overhaul) |
• Drain only: 2.5 L (2.64 US qt) • With filter/strainer: 2.7 L (2.85 US qt) • Complete dry overhaul: 3.2 L (3.38 US qt) |
| OEM Oil Filter Code & Type | 15410-MCJ-000 / HF204 |
| 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 | 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: 160/60ZR17 M/C (69W) (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 CPR8EA-9 × 2 (Gap: 0.8–0.9 mm) |
| OEM Battery Code & Rating | YTZ8V / YTZ10S (12V 7.0–8.6Ah MF AGM) |
| Final Drive Maintenance | 520 Sealed O/X-Ring Chain — Maintain 25–35 mm slack and lube every 800–1,000 km |
| 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 | 471 cc · 47.6 hp @ 8,600 rpm · 43 N·m (31.7 lb-ft) @ 6,500 rpm |
|---|---|
| Seat Height & Wet Curb Weight | 785 mm (30.9 in) · 189 kg (417 lbs) |
| Fuel Tank & Est. Real-World Range | 17.1 L (4.5 US gal) · ~28.6 km/L → ~489 km (304 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
Updated in 2019 with tapered bars and an assist/slipper clutch, then upgraded in 2022 with Showa SFF-BP USD forks and dual radial 4-piston front brakes prior to the 2024 CB500 Hornet.
Oil & Clutch Mechanical Engineering Note
Sharing its 2.7 L oil bath between engine and gearbox, refreshing SAE 10W-30 JASO MA oil every 6,000–8,000 km keeps shift lever action crisp on urban commuters.
Garage Wrenching Gotchas
- 2022–2023 radial 4-piston dual-disc models take completely different front brake pads than 2013–2021 single-disc axial calipers.
- Check that the old 12mm aluminum crush washer did not stick to the sump boss before threading the drain bolt back to 30 N·m.
5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What oil volume, JASO grade, and oil filter code does the Honda CB500F (PC63) (2019–2023) require?
Because its wet multi-plate clutch shares engine oil with the gearbox, run SAE 10W-30 (JASO MA) at 2.5 L (2.64 US qt) drain-only and 2.7 L (2.85 US qt) with filter (15410-MCJ-000 / HF204).
How do you accurately check the oil level on the CB500F (PC63), 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 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 CB500F (PC63)?
Fitted with 120/70ZR17 M/C (58W) front and 160/60ZR17 M/C (69W) 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 785 mm (30.9 in) at 189 kg wet weight, delivering ~489 km per 17.1 L tank.