Yamaha Niken GT (RN58 LMW CP3) — OEM Fluid, Tire Pressure & Maintenance Specs
847cc Liquid-Cooled Inline-3 CP3 High-Inertia Crank (Ackermann LMW) · Source: Yamaha Niken GT (RN58 LMW CP3) (2019–2022) Official Owner’s Manual Maintenance Specifications
According to the Yamaha Niken GT (RN58 LMW CP3) (2019–2022) Official Owner’s Manual Maintenance Specifications, the 2019–2022 Yamaha Niken GT (RN58 LMW CP3) (chassis RN58/BD5/B5B) requires 2.4 L (2.54 US qt) of SAE 10W-40 (JASO MA2, API SG or higher) engine oil for a drain-only change and 2.7 L (2.85 US qt) with filter service (5GH-13440-80 / HF204). Standard solo cold tire pressure is 230 kPa / 2.30 bar / 33 PSI front (120/70R15M/C 56V (x2)) and 290 kPa / 2.90 bar / 42 PSI rear (190/55R17M/C 75V), paired with 3× NGK LMAR9A-9 / CPR9EA-9 spark plug(s) and a YTZ10S battery.
Drain only: 2.4 L (2.54 US qt)
R 290 kPa (2.90 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 or higher |
| Oil Volume (Drain / With Filter / Overhaul) |
• Drain only: 2.4 L (2.54 US qt) • With filter/strainer: 2.7 L (2.85 US qt) • Complete dry overhaul: 3.4 L (3.59 US qt) |
| OEM Oil Filter Code & Type | 5GH-13440-80 / HF204 |
| 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 | 43 N·m (31.7 lb-ft / 4.38 kgf·m) — Use fresh crush washer |
2. Cold Tire Pressures, Wheels, Ignition & Drivetrain
| Front / Rear OEM Tire Sizes | Front: 120/70R15M/C 56V (x2) · Rear: 190/55R17M/C 75V (Tubeless) |
|---|---|
| Cold Tire Pressure — Solo Riding |
Front: 230 kPa / 2.30 bar / 33 PSI Rear: 290 kPa / 2.90 bar / 42 PSI |
| Cold Tire Pressure — 2-Up / Loaded Touring |
Front: 230 kPa / 2.30 bar / 33 PSI Rear: 290 kPa / 2.90 bar / 42 PSI |
| OEM Spark Plug & Quantity | NGK LMAR9A-9 / CPR9EA-9 × 3 (Gap: 0.8–0.9 mm) |
| OEM Battery Code & Rating | YTZ10S (12V 8.6Ah MF AGM) |
| Final Drive Maintenance | 525 Heavy-Duty Sealed X-Ring Chain — Maintain 25–35 mm slack and clean/lube regularly |
| Brake Fluid & Coolant | DOT 4 · Silicate-free ethylene-glycol OAT coolant for aluminum radiators (50:50 premix) |
3. Ergonomics, Range & Scheduled Service Intervals
| Displacement · Max Power · Peak Torque | 847 cc · 115 hp @ 10,000 rpm · 87.5 N·m (64.5 lb-ft) @ 8,500 rpm |
|---|---|
| Seat Height & Wet Curb Weight | 835 mm (32.9 in) · 267 kg (589 lbs) |
| Fuel Tank & Est. Real-World Range | 18 L (4.8 US gal) · ~17.5 km/L → ~315 km (196 mi) |
| OEM Scheduled Maintenance Intervals |
• First Break-In: 1,000 km • Engine Oil / Filter: 10,000 km / 20,000 km • Air Filter / Spark Plug: 20,000 km / 20,000 km • Valve Clearance Check: 40,000 km |
4. Generation Cutoffs & Real-World Wrenching Gotchas
Model-Year & Chassis Generation Notes
Built from 2019 to 2022 on chassis RN58 with a heavier-crank 847cc CP3 (2.7 L oil w/ filter), the Niken GT later switched in 2023 (RN84) to the 890cc CP3 (3.2 L) and 7-inch TFT.
Oil & Clutch Mechanical Engineering Note
Pulling 267 kg wet with its high-inertia 847cc CP3 triple, refill 2.7 L of SAE 10W-40 JASO MA2 synthetic with filter HF204; note Niken has no standing tilt-lock mechanism.
Garage Wrenching Gotchas
- Unlike the Tricity 300, the Niken GT has no tilt-lock—it leans freely to 45 degrees and drops immediately at a standstill if not balanced or placed on its sidestand.
- Each front wheel uses twin upside-down tubes (front guide tube plus rear damping tube), requiring specialized quad-tube fork service and Ackermann tie-rod toe inspection.
5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What oil volume, JASO grade, and oil filter code does the Yamaha Niken GT (RN58 LMW CP3) (2019–2022) require?
Because its wet multi-plate clutch shares engine oil with the gearbox, run SAE 10W-40 (JASO MA2) at 2.4 L (2.54 US qt) drain-only and 2.7 L (2.85 US qt) with filter (5GH-13440-80 / HF204).
How do you accurately check the oil level on the Niken GT (RN58 LMW CP3), 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 43 N·m with a new crush washer. Factory oil change intervals are every 10,000 km, with valve clearance inspection every 40,000 km.
What are the cold tire pressures, puncture repair type, seat height, and range of the Niken GT (RN58 LMW CP3)?
Fitted with 120/70R15M/C 56V (x2) front and 190/55R17M/C 75V rear tubeless rims (compatible with roadside plug kits), set cold tire pressures to 33 / 42 PSI (230/290 kPa) solo or 33 / 42 PSI loaded. Seat height is 835 mm (32.9 in) at 267 kg wet weight, delivering ~315 km per 18 L tank.