MV Agusta Dragster 800 RR / RR SCS — OEM Fluid, Tire Pressure & Maintenance Specs
798cc Liquid-Cooled Inline-3 DOHC 12-Valve (Counter-Rotating Crank · Rekluse SCS) · Source: MV Agusta Dragster 800 RR / RR SCS (2018–Present) Official Owner’s Manual Maintenance Specifications
According to the MV Agusta Dragster 800 RR / RR SCS (2018–Present) Official Owner’s Manual Maintenance Specifications, the 2018–Present MV Agusta Dragster 800 RR / RR SCS (chassis ZCGGBN00/B3800) requires 2.8 L (2.96 US qt) of SAE 5W-40 (JASO MA2, API SN / JASO MA2 Full Synthetic Ester) engine oil for a drain-only change and 3 L (3.17 US qt) with filter service (8000B5425 / HF569). Standard solo cold tire pressure is 230 kPa / 2.30 bar / 33 PSI front (120/70 ZR17 (58W)) and 230 kPa / 2.30 bar / 33 PSI rear (200/55 ZR17 (78W)), paired with 3× NGK CR9EIB-9 spark plug(s) and a YTZ10S / LiFePO4 battery.
Drain only: 2.8 L (2.96 US qt)
R 230 kPa (2.30 bar)
Est. Range: ~279 km (173 mi)
1. Engine Lubrication, Filter & Clutch Specifications
| Clutch Architecture | Wet Multi-Plate Manual Clutch NEVER use JASO MB |
|---|---|
| Recommended Viscosity & Grade | SAE 5W-40 (Alt: SAE 10W-60 (F4 / Brutale 1000)) · JASO MA2 · API SN / JASO MA2 Full Synthetic Ester |
| Oil Volume (Drain / With Filter / Overhaul) |
• Drain only: 2.8 L (2.96 US qt) • With filter/strainer: 3 L (3.17 US qt) • Complete dry overhaul: 3.5 L (3.70 US qt) |
| OEM Oil Filter Code & Type | 8000B5425 / HF569 |
| 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 | 35 N·m (25.8 lb-ft / 3.57 kgf·m) — Use fresh crush washer |
2. Cold Tire Pressures, Wheels, Ignition & Drivetrain
| Front / Rear OEM Tire Sizes | Front: 120/70 ZR17 (58W) · Rear: 200/55 ZR17 (78W) (Tubeless) |
|---|---|
| Cold Tire Pressure — Solo Riding |
Front: 230 kPa / 2.30 bar / 33 PSI Rear: 230 kPa / 2.30 bar / 33 PSI |
| Cold Tire Pressure — 2-Up / Loaded Touring |
Front: 240 kPa / 2.40 bar / 35 PSI Rear: 250 kPa / 2.50 bar / 36 PSI |
| OEM Spark Plug & Quantity | NGK CR9EIB-9 × 3 (Gap: 0.8–0.9 mm) |
| OEM Battery Code & Rating | YTZ10S / LiFePO4 (12V Lithium / 8.6Ah AGM) |
| Final Drive Maintenance | 525 Heavy-Duty X-Ring Chain — Maintain 25–35 mm slack and lubricate regularly |
| Brake Fluid & Coolant | DOT 4 · OAT ethylene-glycol coolant for aluminum radiators (50:50 premix) |
3. Ergonomics, Range & Scheduled Service Intervals
| Displacement · Max Power · Peak Torque | 798 cc · 140 hp @ 12,300 rpm · 87 N·m (64.2 lb-ft) @ 10,250 rpm |
|---|---|
| Seat Height & Wet Curb Weight | 845 mm (33.3 in) · 186 kg (410 lbs) |
| Fuel Tank & Est. Real-World Range | 16.5 L (4.4 US gal) · ~16.9 km/L → ~279 km (173 mi) |
| OEM Scheduled Maintenance Intervals |
• First Break-In: 1,000 km • Engine Oil / Filter: 6,000 km / 6,000 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
Defined by its bobbed tail, 200-section rear tire on Kineo tubeless spoke rims, and triple slash-cut exhaust; SCS trims integrate Rekluse Smart Clutch System alongside 2021+ Euro 5 DLC updates.
Oil & Clutch Mechanical Engineering Note
Rekluse SCS automatic engagement tolerances are ultra-sensitive to oil viscosity and friction modifiers—strictly use full-synthetic SAE 5W-40 JASO MA2 (3.0 L w/ filter 8000B5425).
Garage Wrenching Gotchas
- Because SCS disengages the clutch automatically at zero RPM, leaving it in gear will NOT hold the bike on hills—always engage the foot-actuated rear parking brake lock when parked.
- Never over-torque the single-sided swingarm eccentric hub pinch bolts (strictly follow factory 28–35 N·m sequence); over-clamping crushes the rear hub needle/ball bearing assembly.
5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What oil volume, JASO grade, and oil filter code does the MV Agusta Dragster 800 RR / RR SCS (2018–Present) require?
Because its wet multi-plate clutch shares engine oil with the gearbox, run SAE 5W-40 (JASO MA2) at 2.8 L (2.96 US qt) drain-only and 3 L (3.17 US qt) with filter (8000B5425 / HF569).
How do you accurately check the oil level on the Dragster 800 RR / RR SCS, 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 35 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 Dragster 800 RR / RR SCS?
Fitted with 120/70 ZR17 (58W) front and 200/55 ZR17 (78W) rear tubeless rims (compatible with roadside plug kits), set cold tire pressures to 33 / 33 PSI (230/230 kPa) solo or 35 / 36 PSI loaded. Seat height is 845 mm (33.3 in) at 186 kg wet weight, delivering ~279 km per 16.5 L tank.