Honda CL500 Scrambler (PC68) — OEM Fluid, Tire Pressure & Maintenance Specs
471cc Liquid-Cooled Parallel-Twin DOHC 8V + High-Mount Scrambler Exhaust · Source: Honda CL500 Scrambler (PC68) (2023–Present) Official Owner’s Manual Maintenance Specifications
According to the Honda CL500 Scrambler (PC68) (2023–Present) Official Owner’s Manual Maintenance Specifications, the 2023–Present Honda CL500 Scrambler (PC68) (chassis PC68) 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 200 kPa / 2.00 bar / 29 PSI front (110/80R19 M/C 59H) and 200 kPa / 2.00 bar / 29 PSI rear (150/70R17 M/C 69H), paired with 2× NGK CPR8EA-9 spark plug(s) and a YTZ8V / YTZ10S battery.
Drain only: 2.5 L (2.64 US qt)
R 200 kPa (2.00 bar)
Est. Range: ~332 km (206 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: 110/80R19 M/C 59H · Rear: 150/70R17 M/C 69H (Tubeless) |
|---|---|
| Cold Tire Pressure — Solo Riding |
Front: 200 kPa / 2.00 bar / 29 PSI Rear: 200 kPa / 2.00 bar / 29 PSI |
| Cold Tire Pressure — 2-Up / Loaded Touring |
Front: 200 kPa / 2.00 bar / 29 PSI Rear: 225 kPa / 2.25 bar / 33 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 · 46.6 hp @ 8,500 rpm · 43.4 N·m (32.0 lb-ft) @ 6,250 rpm |
|---|---|
| Seat Height & Wet Curb Weight | 790 mm (31.1 in) · 192 kg (423 lbs) |
| Fuel Tank & Est. Real-World Range | 12 L (3.2 US gal) · ~27.7 km/L → ~332 km (206 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
Built in 2023 atop the Rebel 500 main frame with a raised tubular subframe, 19/17-inch semi-block tires, shorter 41T rear gearing, and a high-mount right-side scrambler muffler.
Oil & Clutch Mechanical Engineering Note
Shorter 41-tooth rear gearing increases rev cycling around town; keep oil level centered in the upright sight glass using 2.7 L of SAE 10W-30 JASO MA with filter HF204.
Garage Wrenching Gotchas
- Do not inflate to roadster 36/42 PSI out of habit—Honda specifies 200 kPa (29 PSI) front and rear solo to match the CL500’s semi-block tire carcass and long-travel shocks.
- The high-mount right-side muffler blocks conventional throw-over bags; fit luggage only on the left side or use heat-shielded CL500-specific right racks.
5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What oil volume, JASO grade, and oil filter code does the Honda CL500 Scrambler (PC68) (2023–Present) 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 CL500 Scrambler (PC68), 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 CL500 Scrambler (PC68)?
Fitted with 110/80R19 M/C 59H front and 150/70R17 M/C 69H rear tubeless rims (compatible with roadside plug kits), set cold tire pressures to 29 / 29 PSI (200/200 kPa) solo or 29 / 33 PSI loaded. Seat height is 790 mm (31.1 in) at 192 kg wet weight, delivering ~332 km per 12 L tank.