Honda Rebel 1100 / DCT / T (CMX1100) — OEM Fluid, Tire Pressure & Maintenance Specs
1,084cc Liquid-Cooled Parallel-Twin Unicam 270° Crank (6-Speed Manual or Wet DCT) · Source: Honda Rebel 1100 / DCT (CMX1100) Official Owner’s Manual Specifications
According to the Honda Rebel 1100 / DCT (CMX1100) Official Owner’s Manual Specifications, the 2021–Present Honda Rebel 1100 / DCT / T (CMX1100) (chassis SC83/CMX1100A (MT)/CMX1100D (DCT)) requires 3.7 L (3.91 US qt) of SAE 10W-30 (JASO MA, API SG or higher (JASO MA Mandatory for MT & DCT)) engine oil for a drain-only change and 4.2 L (4.44 US qt) with filter service (Engine: 15410-MFJ-D01 (HF204) + DCT Filter (DCT only): 15412-MGS-D21 (HF117)). Standard solo cold tire pressure is 225 kPa / 2.25 bar / 33 PSI front (130/70B18 M/C 63H) and 225 kPa / 2.25 bar / 33 PSI rear (180/65B16 M/C 81H), paired with 4× NGK SILMAR8A9S spark plug(s) and a YTZ14S battery.
Drain only: 3.7 L (3.91 US qt)
R 225 kPa (2.25 bar)
Est. Range: ~265 km (165 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 SG or higher (JASO MA Mandatory for MT & DCT) |
| Oil Volume (Drain / With Filter / Overhaul) |
• Drain only: 3.7 L (3.91 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 | Engine: 15410-MFJ-D01 (HF204) + DCT Filter (DCT only): 15412-MGS-D21 (HF117) |
| Correct Oil Level Check Method | Hold upright on level ground; rest dipstick UNTHREADED on filler neck (do NOT screw in) |
| Oil Drain Bolt Torque | 25 N·m (18.4 lb-ft / 2.55 kgf·m) — Use fresh crush washer |
2. Cold Tire Pressures, Wheels, Ignition & Drivetrain
| Front / Rear OEM Tire Sizes | Front: 130/70B18 M/C 63H · Rear: 180/65B16 M/C 81H (Tubeless) |
|---|---|
| Cold Tire Pressure — Solo Riding |
Front: 225 kPa / 2.25 bar / 33 PSI Rear: 225 kPa / 2.25 bar / 33 PSI |
| Cold Tire Pressure — 2-Up / Loaded Touring |
Front: 225 kPa / 2.25 bar / 33 PSI Rear: 225 kPa / 2.25 bar / 33 PSI |
| OEM Spark Plug & Quantity | NGK SILMAR8A9S × 4 (Gap: 0.8–0.9 mm (Laser Iridium — 4 plugs total!)) |
| OEM Battery Code & Rating | YTZ14S (12V 11.2Ah MF AGM) |
| Final Drive Maintenance | 525 Heavy-Duty O-Ring Chain (112 links) — Slack 25–35 mm |
| Brake Fluid & Coolant | DOT 4 · Pro Honda HP Silicate-Free Coolant (~1.85 L) |
3. Ergonomics, Range & Scheduled Service Intervals
| Displacement · Max Power · Peak Torque | 1084 cc · 87 hp @ 7,000 rpm · 98 N·m (72.3 lb-ft) @ 4,750 rpm |
|---|---|
| Seat Height & Wet Curb Weight | 700 mm (27.6 in) · 233 kg (514 lbs) |
| Fuel Tank & Est. Real-World Range | 13.6 L (3.6 US gal) · ~19.5 km/L → ~265 km (165 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
Derived from the Africa Twin 1,084cc Unicam engine: Manual (CMX1100A) takes 4.0 L with spin-on filter, while DCT (CMX1100D) takes 4.2 L when replacing both the spin-on engine filter and internal DCT clutch element.
Oil & Clutch Mechanical Engineering Note
Both Manual and DCT models require SAE 10W-30 JASO MA oil, and the semi-dry-sump Unicam crankcase has TWO 12mm oil drain bolts underneath—remove both bolts for a complete drain!
Garage Wrenching Gotchas
- Twin-spark cylinder heads mean this parallel-twin requires FOUR NGK SILMAR8A9S laser iridium spark plugs (2 per cylinder)—don’t accidentally order only two!
- Bias-belted cruiser tires specify equal 225 kPa (33 PSI) front and 225 kPa (33 PSI) rear cold pressure.
5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is the oil capacity difference between Rebel 1100 Manual and DCT?
With filter replacement, the Manual CMX1100A takes 4.0 L (4.2 US qt, one spin-on filter), while the DCT CMX1100D takes 4.2 L (4.4 US qt, main spin-on + DCT paper element).
Why does the 2-cylinder Rebel 1100 take 4 spark plugs?
Honda’s big-bore 1,084cc Unicam head uses dual-spark ignition (2 plugs per cylinder), requiring 4 × NGK SILMAR8A9S plugs every 48,000 km (32,000 mi).
What is the cold tire pressure for the Honda Rebel 1100?
Factory cold inflation pressure is 225 kPa (33 PSI) front and 225 kPa (33 PSI) rear.