Kawasaki Meguro K3 — OEM Fluid, Tire Pressure & Maintenance Specs
773cc Air-Cooled 360° Vertical-Twin SOHC 8-Valve (Bevel-Gear Cam Drive · Mirror Tank) · Source: Kawasaki Meguro K3 (2021–Present) Official Owner’s Manual Maintenance Specifications
According to the Kawasaki Meguro K3 (2021–Present) Official Owner’s Manual Maintenance Specifications, the 2021–Present Kawasaki Meguro K3 (chassis EJ800E/EJ800M) requires 2.7 L (2.85 US qt) of SAE 10W-40 (JASO MA2, API SG/SJ/SL) engine oil for a drain-only change and 3 L (3.17 US qt) with filter service (16097-0008 / HF303). Standard solo cold tire pressure is 200 kPa / 2.00 bar / 29 PSI front (100/90-19 M/C 57H) and 225 kPa / 2.25 bar / 33 PSI rear (130/80-18 M/C 66H), paired with 2× NGK CR8E spark plug(s) and a YTX12-BS battery.
Drain only: 2.7 L (2.85 US qt)
R 225 kPa (2.25 bar)
Est. Range: ~315 km (196 mi)
1. Engine Lubrication, Filter & Clutch Specifications
| Clutch Architecture | Wet Multi-Plate Manual Clutch NEVER use JASO MB |
|---|---|
| Recommended Viscosity & Grade | SAE 10W-40 (Alt: SAE 10W-50) · JASO MA2 · API SG/SJ/SL |
| Oil Volume (Drain / With Filter / Overhaul) |
• Drain only: 2.7 L (2.85 US qt) • With filter/strainer: 3 L (3.17 US qt) • Complete dry overhaul: 3.2 L (3.38 US qt) |
| OEM Oil Filter Code & Type | 16097-0008 / HF303 |
| 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 | 29 N·m (21.4 lb-ft / 2.96 kgf·m) — Use fresh crush washer |
2. Cold Tire Pressures, Wheels, Ignition & Drivetrain
| Front / Rear OEM Tire Sizes | Front: 100/90-19 M/C 57H · Rear: 130/80-18 M/C 66H (Tube-Type Spoke Rim) |
|---|---|
| Cold Tire Pressure — Solo Riding |
Front: 200 kPa / 2.00 bar / 29 PSI Rear: 225 kPa / 2.25 bar / 33 PSI |
| Cold Tire Pressure — 2-Up / Loaded Touring |
Front: 200 kPa / 2.00 bar / 29 PSI Rear: 250 kPa / 2.50 bar / 36 PSI |
| OEM Spark Plug & Quantity | NGK CR8E × 2 (Gap: 0.7–0.9 mm) |
| OEM Battery Code & Rating | YTX12-BS (12V 10.0Ah 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 · Air/Oil-Cooled Engine (No liquid coolant) |
3. Ergonomics, Range & Scheduled Service Intervals
| Displacement · Max Power · Peak Torque | 773 cc · 52 hp @ 6,500 rpm · 62 N·m (45.7 lb-ft) @ 4,800 rpm |
|---|---|
| Seat Height & Wet Curb Weight | 790 mm (31.1 in) · 227 kg (500 lbs) |
| Fuel Tank & Est. Real-World Range | 15 L (4.0 US gal) · ~21 km/L → ~315 km (196 mi) |
| OEM Scheduled Maintenance Intervals |
• First Break-In: 1,000 km • Engine Oil / Filter: 6,000 km / 12,000 km • Air Filter / Spark Plug: 12,000 km / 12,000 km • Valve Clearance Check: 12,000 km |
4. Generation Cutoffs & Real-World Wrenching Gotchas
Model-Year & Chassis Generation Notes
Launched in 2021 honoring the 1965 Kawasaki 500 Meguro K2, pairing the 19/18-inch W800 bevel-drive chassis with wide handlebars, hand-painted cloisonne badges, and silver-mirror self-healing tank paint.
Oil & Clutch Mechanical Engineering Note
Vertical tower-shaft bevel gears expand slightly as the air-cooled 773cc twin heats up; clean SAE 10W-40 (or summer 10W-50) JASO MA2 oil at 3.0 L w/ filter HF303 keeps bevel mesh quiet.
Garage Wrenching Gotchas
- Inspect the vertical bevel-drive tower O-rings for oil misting during routine service, never over-tightening the delicate housing bolts.
- Never use abrasive polishes on the silver-mirror self-healing tank finish or hand-enameled Meguro emblems; wash strictly with pH-neutral soap and plush microfiber.
5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What oil volume, JASO grade, and oil filter code does the Kawasaki Meguro K3 (2021–Present) require?
Because its wet multi-plate clutch shares engine oil with the gearbox, run SAE 10W-40 (JASO MA2) at 2.7 L (2.85 US qt) drain-only and 3 L (3.17 US qt) with filter (16097-0008 / HF303).
How do you accurately check the oil level on the Meguro K3, 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 29 N·m with a new crush washer. Factory oil change intervals are every 6,000 km, with valve clearance inspection every 12,000 km.
What are the cold tire pressures, puncture repair type, seat height, and range of the Meguro K3?
Equipped with 100/90-19 M/C 57H front and 130/80-18 M/C 66H rear tube-type rims (mushroom/string plugs will not seal—carry spare inner tubes), set cold tire pressures to 29 / 33 PSI (200/225 kPa) solo or 29 / 36 PSI loaded. Seat height is 790 mm (31.1 in) at 227 kg wet weight, delivering ~315 km per 15 L tank.