Ducati SportClassic GT 1000 — OEM Fluid, Tire Pressure & Maintenance Specs
992cc Air/Oil-Cooled 90° L-Twin Desmodue DS (Upright-Bar Wet-Clutch Heritage GT) · Source: Ducati SportClassic GT 1000 (2007–2010) Official Owner’s Manual Maintenance Specifications
According to the Ducati SportClassic GT 1000 (2007–2010) Official Owner’s Manual Maintenance Specifications, the 2007–2010 Ducati SportClassic GT 1000 (chassis C1/ZDMC103AA) 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 3.4 L (3.59 US qt) with filter service (44440035A / HF153). Standard solo cold tire pressure is 220 kPa / 2.20 bar / 32 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 4× 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: ~270 km (168 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: 3.4 L (3.59 US qt) • Complete dry overhaul: 3.7 L (3.91 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: 220 kPa / 2.20 bar / 32 PSI Rear: 250 kPa / 2.50 bar / 36 PSI |
| Cold Tire Pressure — 2-Up / Loaded Touring |
Front: 230 kPa / 2.30 bar / 33 PSI Rear: 270 kPa / 2.70 bar / 39 PSI |
| OEM Spark Plug & Quantity | NGK DCPR8E × 4 (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 | 992 cc · 92 hp @ 8,000 rpm · 91.2 N·m (67.3 lb-ft) @ 6,000 rpm |
|---|---|
| Seat Height & Wet Curb Weight | 830 mm (32.7 in) · 205 kg (452 lbs) |
| Fuel Tank & Est. Real-World Range | 15 L (4.0 US gal) · ~18 km/L → ~270 km (168 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
Inspired by the 1970s 860 GT with upright tubular handlebars, steel twin-shock swingarm, chromed wire-spoke tubed wheels, and a wet multiplate clutch.
Oil & Clutch Mechanical Engineering Note
Wet multiplate clutch and 992cc Dual-Spark engine share 3.4 L of SAE 15W-50 JASO MA2 oil; replace aging timing belts on time regardless of low collector mileage.