Ducati Scrambler Urban Motard (803) — OEM Fluid, Tire Pressure & Maintenance Specs
803cc Air/Oil-Cooled 90° L-Twin Desmodromic 2-Valve (17-Inch Spoke Wheels & High Beak) · Source: Ducati Scrambler Urban Motard (803) (2022) Official Owner’s Manual Maintenance Specifications
According to the Ducati Scrambler Urban Motard (803) (2022) Official Owner’s Manual Maintenance Specifications, the 2022 Ducati Scrambler Urban Motard (803) (chassis KC-UM) 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 250 kPa / 2.50 bar / 36 PSI front (120/70 ZR17 M/C (58W)) and 250 kPa / 2.50 bar / 36 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 250 kPa (2.50 bar)
Est. Range: ~257 km (160 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) (Tube-Type Spoke Rim) |
|---|---|
| Cold Tire Pressure — Solo Riding |
Front: 250 kPa / 2.50 bar / 36 PSI Rear: 250 kPa / 2.50 bar / 36 PSI |
| Cold Tire Pressure — 2-Up / Loaded Touring |
Front: 250 kPa / 2.50 bar / 36 PSI Rear: 290 kPa / 2.90 bar / 42 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 · 73 hp @ 8,250 rpm · 66.2 N·m (48.8 lb-ft) @ 5,750 rpm |
|---|---|
| Seat Height & Wet Curb Weight | 805 mm (31.7 in) · 196 kg (432 lbs) |
| Fuel Tank & Est. Real-World Range | 13.5 L (3.6 US gal) · ~19 km/L → ~257 km (160 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
Produced for 2022 as an urban supermoto special pairing a high front beak, flat bench seat, and 17-inch wire-spoke wheels shod with Pirelli Diablo Rosso III tires.
Oil & Clutch Mechanical Engineering Note
Stop-and-go urban supermoto duty heats the air-cooled L-twin quickly—maintain 3.3 L of SAE 15W-50 JASO MA2 synthetic oil with spin-on filter HF153.