Honda NT1100 DCT (SC84) — OEM Fluid, Tire Pressure & Maintenance Specs
1,084cc Liquid-Cooled Parallel-Twin Unicam 8V + 6-Speed Wet DCT · Source: Honda NT1100 DCT (SC84) (2022–Present) Official Owner’s Manual Maintenance Specifications
According to the Honda NT1100 DCT (SC84) (2022–Present) Official Owner’s Manual Maintenance Specifications, the 2022–Present Honda NT1100 DCT (SC84) (chassis SC84) requires 4 L (4.23 US qt) of SAE 10W-30 (JASO MA, API SJ or higher) engine oil for a drain-only change and 4.2 L (4.44 US qt) with filter service (15410-MCJ-000 (HF204) + DCT 15412-MGS-D21). 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 (180/55ZR17 M/C (73W)), paired with 4× NGK SILMAR8A9S spark plug(s) and a YTZ14S / HY110 battery.
Drain only: 4 L (4.23 US qt)
R 290 kPa (2.90 bar)
Est. Range: ~408 km (254 mi)
1. Engine Lubrication, Filter & Clutch Specifications
| Clutch Architecture | Wet Multi-Plate Dual Clutch (DCT) 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: 4 L (4.23 US qt) • With filter/strainer: 4.2 L (4.44 US qt) • Complete dry overhaul: 5.2 L (5.49 US qt) |
| OEM Oil Filter Code & Type | 15410-MCJ-000 (HF204) + DCT 15412-MGS-D21 |
| 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: 180/55ZR17 M/C (73W) (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 SILMAR8A9S × 4 (Gap: 0.8–0.9 mm) |
| OEM Battery Code & Rating | YTZ14S / HY110 (12V 11.2Ah AGM / LiFePO4) |
| 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 | 1084 cc · 102 hp @ 7,500 rpm · 104 N·m (76.7 lb-ft) @ 6,250 rpm |
|---|---|
| Seat Height & Wet Curb Weight | 820 mm (32.3 in) · 248 kg (547 lbs) |
| Fuel Tank & Est. Real-World Range | 20.4 L (5.4 US gal) · ~20 km/L → ~408 km (254 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 / 48,000 km • Valve Clearance Check: 24,000 km |
4. Generation Cutoffs & Real-World Wrenching Gotchas
Model-Year & Chassis Generation Notes
Built on the Africa Twin’s frame and 1,084cc Unicam twin with 17-inch sport-touring wheels, panniers, and 6.5-inch Apple CarPlay/Android Auto TFT; 2025+ added 6-axis IMU and Showa EERA.
Oil & Clutch Mechanical Engineering Note
Its semi-dry-sump crankcase uses TWO separate drain bolts underneath; service both the spin-on filter (HF204) and DCT clutch element (HF117) with 4.2 L of SAE 10W-30 JASO MA.
Garage Wrenching Gotchas
- Unthreading only one drain plug leaves dirty oil trapped in the secondary crankcase chamber—always pull both M12 drain bolts and replace both crush washers.
- Twin-spark Unicam heads take four iridium plugs (two per cylinder) buried beneath the 20.4 L tank and airbox—schedule plug checks alongside the 24,000 km valve inspection.
5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What oil volume, JASO grade, and oil filter code does the Honda NT1100 DCT (SC84) (2022–Present) require?
Because its wet multi-plate clutch shares engine oil with the gearbox, run SAE 10W-30 (JASO MA) at 4 L (4.23 US qt) drain-only and 4.2 L (4.44 US qt) with filter (15410-MCJ-000 (HF204) + DCT 15412-MGS-D21).
How do you accurately check the oil level on the NT1100 DCT (SC84), 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 NT1100 DCT (SC84)?
Fitted with 120/70ZR17 M/C (58W) front and 180/55ZR17 M/C (73W) 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 820 mm (32.3 in) at 248 kg wet weight, delivering ~408 km per 20.4 L tank.