Husqvarna 701 Supermoto (LC4) — OEM Fluid, Tire Pressure & Maintenance Specs
692.7cc Liquid-Cooled Big-Single SOHC 4-Valve Dual-Balancer · Source: Husqvarna 701 Supermoto (LC4) (2016–Present) Official Owner’s Manual Maintenance Specifications
According to the Husqvarna 701 Supermoto (LC4) (2016–Present) Official Owner’s Manual Maintenance Specifications, the 2016–Present Husqvarna 701 Supermoto (LC4) (chassis VBKLSN40/HQV-701SM) requires 1.5 L (1.59 US qt) of SAE 10W-60 (JASO MA2, Motorex Cross Power / Power Synt 4T) engine oil for a drain-only change and 1.7 L (1.80 US qt) with filter service (75038046100 + 58038005100 (HF155 + HF157)). Standard solo cold tire pressure is 200 kPa / 2.00 bar / 29 PSI front (120/70 ZR17) and 200 kPa / 2.00 bar / 29 PSI rear (160/60 ZR17), paired with 2× NGK LKAR8AI-9 + LMAR7AI-8 spark plug(s) and a HJTZ5S-FP (LiFePO4) / YTZ10S battery.
Drain only: 1.5 L (1.59 US qt)
R 200 kPa (2.00 bar)
Est. Range: ~302 km (188 mi)
1. Engine Lubrication, Filter & Clutch Specifications
| Clutch Architecture | Wet Multi-Plate Manual Clutch NEVER use JASO MB |
|---|---|
| Recommended Viscosity & Grade | SAE 10W-60 (Alt: SAE 10W-60 (LC4 690/701)) · JASO MA2 · Motorex Cross Power / Power Synt 4T |
| Oil Volume (Drain / With Filter / Overhaul) |
• Drain only: 1.5 L (1.59 US qt) • With filter/strainer: 1.7 L (1.80 US qt) • Complete dry overhaul: 1.9 L (2.01 US qt) |
| OEM Oil Filter Code & Type | 75038046100 + 58038005100 (HF155 + HF157) |
| 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 | 20 N·m (14.8 lb-ft / 2.04 kgf·m) — Use fresh crush washer |
2. Cold Tire Pressures, Wheels, Ignition & Drivetrain
| Front / Rear OEM Tire Sizes | Front: 120/70 ZR17 · Rear: 160/60 ZR17 (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: 220 kPa / 2.20 bar / 32 PSI Rear: 220 kPa / 2.20 bar / 32 PSI |
| OEM Spark Plug & Quantity | NGK LKAR8AI-9 + LMAR7AI-8 × 2 (Gap: 0.8 mm) |
| OEM Battery Code & Rating | HJTZ5S-FP (LiFePO4) / YTZ10S (12V Lithium / AGM) |
| Final Drive Maintenance | 520 Sealed X-Ring Chain — Maintain 25–35 mm slack and clean/lubricate regularly |
| Brake Fluid & Coolant | DOT 4 or DOT 5.1 · OAT ethylene-glycol coolant for aluminum radiators (50:50 premix) |
3. Ergonomics, Range & Scheduled Service Intervals
| Displacement · Max Power · Peak Torque | 693 cc · 74 hp @ 8,000 rpm · 73.5 N·m (54.2 lb-ft) @ 6,500 rpm |
|---|---|
| Seat Height & Wet Curb Weight | 890 mm (35.0 in) · 157 kg (346 lbs) |
| Fuel Tank & Est. Real-World Range | 13 L (3.4 US gal) · ~23.2 km/L → ~302 km (188 mi) |
| OEM Scheduled Maintenance Intervals |
• First Break-In: 500 km • Engine Oil / Filter: 2,500 km / 2,500 km • Air Filter / Spark Plug: 2,500 km / 10,000 km • Valve Clearance Check: 5,000 km |
4. Generation Cutoffs & Real-World Wrenching Gotchas
Model-Year & Chassis Generation Notes
Platform sibling to the KTM 690 SMC R armed with 17-inch tubeless wire-spoke wheels and a 320 mm Brembo 4-piston front caliper; gained Cornering ABS and Easy Shift in 2020.
Oil & Clutch Mechanical Engineering Note
Requires full-synthetic SAE 10W-60 JASO MA2 (1.7 L) plus simultaneous replacement of both the short (HF155) and long (HF157) paper filters and dual mesh screens.
Garage Wrenching Gotchas
- Its structural polyamide rear subframe doubles as the 13 L fuel tank with a tail-mounted filler cap—route luggage straps clear of the cap vent.
- Check the clutch master-cylinder cap engraving before bleeding—early years took Magura mineral oil while newer models specify DOT 4 brake fluid!
5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What oil volume, JASO grade, and oil filter code does the Husqvarna 701 Supermoto (LC4) (2016–Present) require?
Because its wet multi-plate clutch shares engine oil with the gearbox, run SAE 10W-60 (JASO MA2) at 1.5 L (1.59 US qt) drain-only and 1.7 L (1.80 US qt) with filter (75038046100 + 58038005100 (HF155 + HF157)).
How do you accurately check the oil level on the 701 Supermoto (LC4), 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 20 N·m with a new crush washer. Factory oil change intervals are every 2,500 km, with valve clearance inspection every 5,000 km.
What are the cold tire pressures, puncture repair type, seat height, and range of the 701 Supermoto (LC4)?
Fitted with 120/70 ZR17 front and 160/60 ZR17 rear tubeless rims (compatible with roadside plug kits), set cold tire pressures to 29 / 29 PSI (200/200 kPa) solo or 32 / 32 PSI loaded. Seat height is 890 mm (35.0 in) at 157 kg wet weight, delivering ~302 km per 13 L tank.