Moto Guzzi V9 Roamer — OEM Fluid, Tire Pressure & Maintenance Specs
853cc Air-Cooled Transverse 90° V-Twin OHV Classic Cruiser · Source: Moto Guzzi V9 Roamer (2016–2023) Official Owner’s Manual Maintenance Specifications
According to the Moto Guzzi V9 Roamer (2016–2023) Official Owner’s Manual Maintenance Specifications, the 2016–2023 Moto Guzzi V9 Roamer (chassis ZGU853R/ZGUKYB00) requires 1.6 L (1.69 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 250 kPa / 2.50 bar / 36 PSI front (100/90-19 57H) and 260 kPa / 2.60 bar / 38 PSI rear (150/80 B16 71H), paired with 2× NGK MR8BI-8 / CPR8EB-9 spark plug(s) and a YTX14-BS battery.
Drain only: 1.6 L (1.69 US qt)
R 260 kPa (2.60 bar)
Est. Range: ~306 km (190 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: 1.6 L (1.69 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: 100/90-19 57H · Rear: 150/80 B16 71H (Tubeless) |
|---|---|
| Cold Tire Pressure — Solo Riding |
Front: 250 kPa / 2.50 bar / 36 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 MR8BI-8 / 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 | 853 cc · 65 hp @ 6,800 rpm · 73 N·m (53.8 lb-ft) @ 5,000 rpm |
|---|---|
| Seat Height & Wet Curb Weight | 785 mm (30.9 in) · 210 kg (463 lbs) |
| Fuel Tank & Est. Real-World Range | 15 L (4.0 US gal) · ~20.4 km/L → ~306 km (190 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
Chrome-accented cruiser counterpart to the V9 Bobber swapping the fat 16-inch front wheel for a lighter-steering 100/90-19 rim and pullback bars.
Oil & Clutch Mechanical Engineering Note
Pairs internal paper filter HF551 and 1.75 L of full-synthetic SAE 10W-60 with 20,000 km changes of gearbox (500 ml) and shaft (160 ml) hypoid oils.