Honda CB1300 Super Four (SC54) — OEM Fluid, Tire Pressure & Maintenance Specs
1,284cc Liquid-Cooled Inline-4 DOHC 16V + Hydraulic Clutch · Source: Honda CB1300 Super Four (SC54) (2003–Present) Official Owner’s Manual Maintenance Specifications
According to the Honda CB1300 Super Four (SC54) (2003–Present) Official Owner’s Manual Maintenance Specifications, the 2003–Present Honda CB1300 Super Four (SC54) (chassis SC54) requires 3.8 L (4.02 US qt) of SAE 10W-30 (JASO MA, API SG/SJ or higher) engine oil for a drain-only change and 4 L (4.23 US qt) with filter service (15410-MCJ-000 / HF204). Standard solo cold tire pressure is 250 kPa / 2.50 bar / 36 PSI front (120/70ZR17 M/C (58W)) and 290 kPa / 2.90 bar / 42 PSI rear (180/55ZR17 M/C (73W)), paired with 4× NGK IMR8C-9H / DPR8EA-9 spark plug(s) and a YTZ14S battery.
Drain only: 3.8 L (4.02 US qt)
R 290 kPa (2.90 bar)
Est. Range: ~361 km (224 mi)
1. Engine Lubrication, Filter & Clutch Specifications
| Clutch Architecture | Wet Multi-Plate Manual Clutch NEVER use JASO MB |
|---|---|
| Recommended Viscosity & Grade | SAE 10W-30 (Alt: SAE 10W-40) · JASO MA · API SG/SJ or higher |
| Oil Volume (Drain / With Filter / Overhaul) |
• Drain only: 3.8 L (4.02 US qt) • With filter/strainer: 4 L (4.23 US qt) • Complete dry overhaul: 4.6 L (4.86 US qt) |
| OEM Oil Filter Code & Type | 15410-MCJ-000 / HF204 |
| 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 | 30 N·m (22.1 lb-ft / 3.06 kgf·m) — Use fresh crush washer |
2. Cold Tire Pressures, Wheels, Ignition & Drivetrain
| Front / Rear OEM Tire Sizes | Front: 120/70ZR17 M/C (58W) · Rear: 180/55ZR17 M/C (73W) (Tubeless) |
|---|---|
| Cold Tire Pressure — Solo Riding |
Front: 250 kPa / 2.50 bar / 36 PSI Rear: 290 kPa / 2.90 bar / 42 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 IMR8C-9H / DPR8EA-9 × 4 (Gap: 0.8–0.9 mm) |
| OEM Battery Code & Rating | YTZ14S (12V 11.2Ah MF AGM) |
| Final Drive Maintenance | 530 Heavy-Duty Sealed Chain — Inspect 25–35 mm slack and sprocket wear regularly |
| Brake Fluid & Coolant | DOT 4 · Silicate-free ethylene-glycol OAT coolant for aluminum radiators (50:50 premix) |
3. Ergonomics, Range & Scheduled Service Intervals
| Displacement · Max Power · Peak Torque | 1284 cc · 113 hp @ 7,750 rpm · 112 N·m (82.6 lb-ft) @ 6,250 rpm |
|---|---|
| Seat Height & Wet Curb Weight | 780 mm (30.7 in) · 266 kg (586 lbs) |
| Fuel Tank & Est. Real-World Range | 21 L (5.5 US gal) · ~17.2 km/L → ~361 km (224 mi) |
| OEM Scheduled Maintenance Intervals |
• First Break-In: 1,000 km • Engine Oil / Filter: 12,000 km / 24,000 km • Air Filter / Spark Plug: 18,000 km / 24,000 km • Valve Clearance Check: 24,000 km |
4. Generation Cutoffs & Real-World Wrenching Gotchas
Model-Year & Chassis Generation Notes
Project Big-1 SC54 flagship: upgraded from 5-speed to 6-speed in 2014, then gained throttle-by-wire, cruise control, and Ohlins/Brembo SP specification in 2021.
Oil & Clutch Mechanical Engineering Note
Honda big-bore CB1100/CB1300 and VFR V4 touring family using spin-on filter HF204 and hydraulic DOT 4 clutch actuation.