Moto Guzzi V7 III Racer (Limited Numbered) — OEM Fluid, Tire Pressure & Maintenance Specs
744cc Air-Cooled Transverse 90° V-Twin OHV 2-Valve Cafe Racer · Source: Moto Guzzi V7 III Racer (Limited Numbered) (2017–2020) Official Owner’s Manual Maintenance Specifications
According to the Moto Guzzi V7 III Racer (Limited Numbered) (2017–2020) Official Owner’s Manual Maintenance Specifications, the 2017–2020 Moto Guzzi V7 III Racer (Limited Numbered) (chassis ZGULDV00) requires 1.55 L (1.64 US qt) of SAE 10W-60 (JASO MA2, API SN / ACEA A3 Synthetic 10W-60) engine oil for a drain-only change and 1.75 L (1.85 US qt) with filter service (2A000633 / HF551). Standard solo cold tire pressure is 240 kPa / 2.40 bar / 35 PSI front (100/90-18 56H) and 260 kPa / 2.60 bar / 38 PSI rear (130/80-17 65H), paired with 2× NGK CPR8EB-9 spark plug(s) and a YTX14-BS battery.
Drain only: 1.55 L (1.64 US qt)
R 260 kPa (2.60 bar)
Est. Range: ~452 km (281 mi)
1. Engine Lubrication, Filter & Clutch Specifications
| Clutch Architecture | Dry Single-Plate Manual Clutch (Separate Gearbox Oil) |
|---|---|
| Recommended Viscosity & Grade | SAE 10W-60 · JASO MA2 · API SN / ACEA A3 Synthetic 10W-60 |
| Oil Volume (Drain / With Filter / Overhaul) |
• Drain only: 1.55 L (1.64 US qt) • With filter/strainer: 1.75 L (1.85 US qt) • Complete dry overhaul: 2 L (2.11 US qt) |
| OEM Oil Filter Code & Type | 2A000633 / HF551 |
| Correct Oil Level Check Method | Upright on level ground; screw dipstick ALL THE WAY IN, then remove to read level |
| Oil Drain Bolt Torque | 25 N·m (18.4 lb-ft / 2.55 kgf·m) — Use fresh crush washer |
| Separate Transmission / Gearbox Oil | 500 ml (0.50 L) — SAE 75W-90 GL-4/GL-5 (500 ml separate 6-speed gearbox) |
| Final Drive / Bevel Gear Oil | 160 ml (0.16 L) — SAE 75W-140 / 85W-140 GL-5 (160 ml rear shaft bevel box) |
2. Cold Tire Pressures, Wheels, Ignition & Drivetrain
| Front / Rear OEM Tire Sizes | Front: 100/90-18 56H · Rear: 130/80-17 65H (Tube-Type Spoke Rim) |
|---|---|
| Cold Tire Pressure — Solo Riding |
Front: 240 kPa / 2.40 bar / 35 PSI Rear: 260 kPa / 2.60 bar / 38 PSI |
| Cold Tire Pressure — 2-Up / Loaded Touring |
Front: 250 kPa / 2.50 bar / 36 PSI Rear: 280 kPa / 2.80 bar / 41 PSI |
| OEM Spark Plug & Quantity | NGK CPR8EB-9 × 2 (Gap: 0.8 mm) |
| OEM Battery Code & Rating | YTX14-BS (12V 12.0Ah MF AGM) |
| Final Drive Maintenance | Cardan Shaft Final Drive — Replace rear bevel-gear hypoid oil at exact measured volume |
| Brake Fluid & Coolant | DOT 4 · Air/Oil-Cooled Engine (No liquid coolant) |
3. Ergonomics, Range & Scheduled Service Intervals
| Displacement · Max Power · Peak Torque | 744 cc · 52 hp @ 6,200 rpm · 60 N·m (44.3 lb-ft) @ 4,900 rpm |
|---|---|
| Seat Height & Wet Curb Weight | 770 mm (30.3 in) · 209 kg (461 lbs) |
| Fuel Tank & Est. Real-World Range | 21 L (5.5 US gal) · ~21.5 km/L → ~452 km (281 mi) |
| OEM Scheduled Maintenance Intervals |
• First Break-In: 1,500 km • Engine Oil / Filter: 10,000 km / 10,000 km • Air Filter / Spark Plug: 10,000 km / 20,000 km • Valve Clearance Check: 10,000 km |
4. Generation Cutoffs & Real-World Wrenching Gotchas
Model-Year & Chassis Generation Notes
Numbered factory cafe racer boasting a red frame, satin-chrome strapped tank, billet rearsets, clip-ons, and adjustable Ohlins piggyback shocks.
Oil & Clutch Mechanical Engineering Note
Spirited cafe-racer runs put extra heat into the air-cooled heads—check SAE 10W-60 level frequently with the dipstick threaded fully in.