Honda CBR1100XX Super Blackbird (SC35) — OEM Fluid, Tire Pressure & Maintenance Specs
1,137cc Liquid-Cooled Inline-4 DOHC 16V Twin-Balancer + Dual CBS · Source: Honda CBR1100XX Super Blackbird (SC35) (1999–2007) Official Owner’s Manual Maintenance Specifications
According to the Honda CBR1100XX Super Blackbird (SC35) (1999–2007) Official Owner’s Manual Maintenance Specifications, the 1999–2007 Honda CBR1100XX Super Blackbird (SC35) (chassis SC35) 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 3.9 L (4.12 US qt) with filter service (15410-MCJ-000 / HF204 (or early HF303)). Standard solo cold tire pressure is 290 kPa / 2.90 bar / 42 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 IMR9C-9H spark plug(s) and a YTZ14S battery.
Drain only: 3.8 L (4.02 US qt)
R 290 kPa (2.90 bar)
Est. Range: ~379 km (235 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: 3.9 L (4.12 US qt) • Complete dry overhaul: 4.6 L (4.86 US qt) |
| OEM Oil Filter Code & Type | 15410-MCJ-000 / HF204 (or early HF303) |
| 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: 290 kPa / 2.90 bar / 42 PSI Rear: 290 kPa / 2.90 bar / 42 PSI |
| Cold Tire Pressure — 2-Up / Loaded Touring |
Front: 290 kPa / 2.90 bar / 42 PSI Rear: 290 kPa / 2.90 bar / 42 PSI |
| OEM Spark Plug & Quantity | NGK IMR9C-9H × 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 | 1137 cc · 164 hp @ 10,000 rpm · 124 N·m (91.5 lb-ft) @ 7,250 rpm |
|---|---|
| Seat Height & Wet Curb Weight | 810 mm (31.9 in) · 255 kg (562 lbs) |
| Fuel Tank & Est. Real-World Range | 24 L (6.3 US gal) · ~15.8 km/L → ~379 km (235 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
Hyper-touring legend upgraded from carburetors in 1999 with PGM-FI ram-air injection and a 24.0 L tank; specifies 290 kPa (42 PSI) cold pressure front and rear for high-speed stability.
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.