Harley-Davidson X500 (500cc Parallel-Twin) — OEM Fluid, Tire Pressure & Maintenance Specs
500cc Liquid-Cooled Parallel-Twin DOHC 8-Valve (Unit Wet Clutch) · Source: Harley-Davidson X500 (500cc Parallel-Twin) (2023–Present) Official Owner’s Manual Maintenance Specifications
According to the Harley-Davidson X500 (500cc Parallel-Twin) (2023–Present) Official Owner’s Manual Maintenance Specifications, the 2023–Present Harley-Davidson X500 (500cc Parallel-Twin) (chassis X500/QJ500-11) requires 2.7 L (2.85 US qt) of SAE 10W-50 (JASO MA2, API SN / JASO MA2 Full Synthetic) engine oil for a drain-only change and 3 L (3.17 US qt) with filter service (HD 62700309 / HF554). Standard solo cold tire pressure is 225 kPa / 2.25 bar / 33 PSI front (120/70ZR17 58W) and 250 kPa / 2.50 bar / 36 PSI rear (160/60ZR17 69W), paired with 2× NGK CR8E spark plug(s) and a YTX9-BS battery.
Drain only: 2.7 L (2.85 US qt)
R 250 kPa (2.50 bar)
Est. Range: ~267 km (166 mi)
1. Engine Lubrication, Filter & Clutch Specifications
| Clutch Architecture | Wet Multi-Plate Manual Clutch NEVER use JASO MB |
|---|---|
| Recommended Viscosity & Grade | SAE 10W-50 · JASO MA2 · API SN / JASO MA2 Full Synthetic |
| Oil Volume (Drain / With Filter / Overhaul) |
• Drain only: 2.7 L (2.85 US qt) • With filter/strainer: 3 L (3.17 US qt) • Complete dry overhaul: 3.2 L (3.38 US qt) |
| OEM Oil Filter Code & Type | HD 62700309 / HF554 |
| 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 | 22 N·m (16.2 lb-ft / 2.24 kgf·m) — Use fresh crush washer |
2. Cold Tire Pressures, Wheels, Ignition & Drivetrain
| Front / Rear OEM Tire Sizes | Front: 120/70ZR17 58W · Rear: 160/60ZR17 69W (Tubeless) |
|---|---|
| Cold Tire Pressure — Solo Riding |
Front: 225 kPa / 2.25 bar / 33 PSI Rear: 250 kPa / 2.50 bar / 36 PSI |
| Cold Tire Pressure — 2-Up / Loaded Touring |
Front: 225 kPa / 2.25 bar / 33 PSI Rear: 250 kPa / 2.50 bar / 36 PSI |
| OEM Spark Plug & Quantity | NGK CR8E × 2 (Gap: 0.7–0.8 mm) |
| OEM Battery Code & Rating | YTX9-BS (12V 8.0Ah MF AGM) |
| Final Drive Maintenance | 525 Sealed O-Ring Chain — Inspect slack and lubricate every 1,000 km |
| 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 | 500 cc · 47 hp @ 8,500 rpm · 46 N·m (33.9 lb-ft) @ 6,000 rpm |
|---|---|
| Seat Height & Wet Curb Weight | 820 mm (32.3 in) · 208 kg (459 lbs) |
| Fuel Tank & Est. Real-World Range | 13 L (3.4 US gal) · ~20.5 km/L → ~267 km (166 mi) |
| OEM Scheduled Maintenance Intervals |
• First Break-In: 1,000 km • Engine Oil / Filter: 6,000 km / 6,000 km • Air Filter / Spark Plug: 12,000 km / 12,000 km • Valve Clearance Check: 24,000 km |
4. Generation Cutoffs & Real-World Wrenching Gotchas
Model-Year & Chassis Generation Notes
Introduced in 2023 for Asia-Pacific and riding-academy markets, the X500 pairs classic Sportster roadster styling with a 500cc DOHC parallel-twin, 50 mm inverted fork, radial brakes, and chain drive.
Oil & Clutch Mechanical Engineering Note
Built with metric fasteners and a unitized wet-sump parallel-twin crankcase, the X500 takes 3.0 L of SAE 10W-50 JASO MA2 checked upright through the right-side sight glass.