Ducati Monster 796 / 796 ABS — OEM Fluid, Tire Pressure & Maintenance Specs
803cc Air/Oil-Cooled 90° L-Twin Desmodromic 2-Valve (Single-Sided Swingarm & APTC Wet Clutch) · Source: Ducati Monster 796 / 796 ABS (2010–2014) Official Owner’s Manual Maintenance Specifications
According to the Ducati Monster 796 / 796 ABS (2010–2014) Official Owner’s Manual Maintenance Specifications, the 2010–2014 Ducati Monster 796 / 796 ABS (chassis M5/ZDMM506AA) requires 3.1 L (3.28 US qt) of SAE 15W-50 (JASO MA2, API SM / Shell Advance Ducati 15W-50) engine oil for a drain-only change and 3.3 L (3.49 US qt) with filter service (44440035A / HF153). Standard solo cold tire pressure is 240 kPa / 2.40 bar / 35 PSI front (120/70 ZR17 M/C (58W)) and 260 kPa / 2.60 bar / 38 PSI rear (180/55 ZR17 M/C (73W)), paired with 2× NGK DCPR8E spark plug(s) and a YT12B-BS battery.
Drain only: 3.1 L (3.28 US qt)
R 260 kPa (2.60 bar)
Est. Range: ~288 km (179 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: 3.1 L (3.28 US qt) • With filter/strainer: 3.3 L (3.49 US qt) • Complete dry overhaul: 3.6 L (3.80 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: 180/55 ZR17 M/C (73W) (Tubeless) |
|---|---|
| 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 DCPR8E × 2 (Gap: 0.7–0.8 mm) |
| OEM Battery Code & Rating | YT12B-BS (12V 10.0Ah Slim MF AGM) |
| Final Drive Maintenance | 520 Sealed X-Ring Chain — Maintain 25–35 mm slack and clean/lubricate regularly |
| Brake Fluid & Coolant | DOT 4 · Air/Oil-Cooled Engine (No liquid coolant) |
3. Ergonomics, Range & Scheduled Service Intervals
| Displacement · Max Power · Peak Torque | 803 cc · 87 hp @ 8,250 rpm · 78 N·m (57.5 lb-ft) @ 6,250 rpm |
|---|---|
| Seat Height & Wet Curb Weight | 800 mm (31.5 in) · 188 kg (414 lbs) |
| Fuel Tank & Est. Real-World Range | 15 L (4.0 US gal) · ~19.2 km/L → ~288 km (179 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
Sweet-spot air/oil-cooled Monster pairing the 87 hp 803cc Desmodue engine with an aluminum single-sided swingarm and 180/55-17 rear wheel.
Oil & Clutch Mechanical Engineering Note
Hydraulically actuated APTC wet slipper clutch shares 3.3 L of SAE 15W-50 JASO MA2 synthetic oil; replace timing belts strictly every 24,000 km or 5 years.