Ducati Superbike 1198 / 1198 S / 1198 SP — OEM Fluid, Tire Pressure & Maintenance Specs
1,198.4cc Liquid-Cooled 90° L-Twin Testastretta Evoluzione 170hp (Final Trellis/Belt Superbike) · Source: Ducati Superbike 1198 / 1198 S / 1198 SP (2009–2011) Official Owner’s Manual Maintenance Specifications
According to the Ducati Superbike 1198 / 1198 S / 1198 SP (2009–2011) Official Owner’s Manual Maintenance Specifications, the 2009–2011 Ducati Superbike 1198 / 1198 S / 1198 SP (chassis H7/ZDMH704AA) requires 3.3 L (3.49 US qt) of SAE 15W-50 (JASO MA2, API SM / Shell Advance Ducati 15W-50) engine oil for a drain-only change and 3.7 L (3.91 US qt) with filter service (44440035A / HF153). Standard solo cold tire pressure is 230 kPa / 2.30 bar / 33 PSI front (120/70 ZR17 M/C (58W)) and 240 kPa / 2.40 bar / 35 PSI rear (190/55 ZR17 M/C (75W)), paired with 2× NGK MAR9A-J spark plug(s) and a YT12B-BS battery.
Drain only: 3.3 L (3.49 US qt)
R 240 kPa (2.40 bar)
Est. Range: ~256 km (159 mi)
1. Engine Lubrication, Filter & Clutch Specifications
| Clutch Architecture | Wet Multi-Plate Manual Clutch NEVER use JASO MB |
|---|---|
| Recommended Viscosity & Grade | SAE 15W-50 · JASO MA2 · API SM / Shell Advance Ducati 15W-50 |
| Oil Volume (Drain / With Filter / Overhaul) |
• Drain only: 3.3 L (3.49 US qt) • With filter/strainer: 3.7 L (3.91 US qt) • Complete dry overhaul: 4 L (4.23 US qt) |
| OEM Oil Filter Code & Type | 44440035A / HF153 |
| 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 | 20 N·m (14.8 lb-ft / 2.04 kgf·m) — Use fresh crush washer |
2. Cold Tire Pressures, Wheels, Ignition & Drivetrain
| Front / Rear OEM Tire Sizes | Front: 120/70 ZR17 M/C (58W) · Rear: 190/55 ZR17 M/C (75W) (Tubeless) |
|---|---|
| Cold Tire Pressure — Solo Riding |
Front: 230 kPa / 2.30 bar / 33 PSI Rear: 240 kPa / 2.40 bar / 35 PSI |
| Cold Tire Pressure — 2-Up / Loaded Touring |
Front: 250 kPa / 2.50 bar / 36 PSI Rear: 270 kPa / 2.70 bar / 39 PSI |
| OEM Spark Plug & Quantity | NGK MAR9A-J × 2 (Gap: 0.8 mm) |
| OEM Battery Code & Rating | YT12B-BS (12V 10.0Ah Slim MF 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 | 1198 cc · 170 hp @ 9,750 rpm · 131.4 N·m (96.9 lb-ft) @ 8,000 rpm |
|---|---|
| Seat Height & Wet Curb Weight | 820 mm (32.3 in) · 193 kg (425 lbs) |
| Fuel Tank & Est. Real-World Range | 18 L (4.8 US gal) · ~14.2 km/L → ~256 km (159 mi) |
| OEM Scheduled Maintenance Intervals |
• First Break-In: 1,000 km • Engine Oil / Filter: 12,000 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
Ultimate evolution of the trellis-framed belt-driven Ducati Superbike; 2011 1198 SP packed an 18 L aluminum tank, Ohlins TTX, dry slipper clutch, DTC, and DQS.
Oil & Clutch Mechanical Engineering Note
Vacural-cast 1,198cc crankcase and dry slipper clutch demand full-synthetic SAE 15W-50 JASO MA2 (3.7 L w/ HF153) and 12,000 km / 5-year belt service.