Honda Super Cub 50 FI (AA04 / AA09) — OEM Fluid, Tire Pressure & Maintenance Specs
49cc Air-Cooled Horizontal Single SOHC 2V 4-Speed Semi-Auto · Source: Honda Super Cub 50 FI (AA04 / AA09) (2012–2024) Official Owner’s Manual Maintenance Specifications
According to the Honda Super Cub 50 FI (AA04 / AA09) (2012–2024) Official Owner’s Manual Maintenance Specifications, the 2012–2024 Honda Super Cub 50 FI (AA04 / AA09) (chassis AA04/AA09) requires 0.75 L (0.79 US qt) of SAE 10W-30 (JASO MA, API SJ or higher) engine oil for a drain-only change and 0.8 L (0.85 US qt) with filter service (15412-MGS-D21 / HF117). Standard solo cold tire pressure is 175 kPa / 1.75 bar / 25 PSI front (60/100-17 M/C 33P) and 200 kPa / 2.00 bar / 29 PSI rear (60/100-17 M/C 33P), paired with 1× NGK CPR7EA-9S / CPR6EA-9 spark plug(s) and a YTZ5S / YTX4L-BS battery.
Drain only: 0.75 L (0.79 US qt)
R 200 kPa (2.00 bar)
Est. Range: ~297 km (185 mi)
1. Engine Lubrication, Filter & Clutch Specifications
| Clutch Architecture | Wet Centrifugal Semi-Auto Clutch NEVER use JASO MB |
|---|---|
| Recommended Viscosity & Grade | SAE 10W-30 (Alt: SAE 10W-40) · JASO MA · API SJ or higher |
| Oil Volume (Drain / With Filter / Overhaul) |
• Drain only: 0.75 L (0.79 US qt) • With filter/strainer: 0.8 L (0.85 US qt) • Complete dry overhaul: 1 L (1.06 US qt) |
| OEM Oil Filter Code & Type | 15412-MGS-D21 / HF117 |
| Correct Oil Level Check Method | Hold upright on level ground; rest dipstick UNTHREADED on filler neck (do NOT screw in) |
| Oil Drain Bolt Torque | 24 N·m (17.7 lb-ft / 2.45 kgf·m) — Use fresh crush washer |
2. Cold Tire Pressures, Wheels, Ignition & Drivetrain
| Front / Rear OEM Tire Sizes | Front: 60/100-17 M/C 33P · Rear: 60/100-17 M/C 33P (Tube-Type Spoke Rim) |
|---|---|
| Cold Tire Pressure — Solo Riding |
Front: 175 kPa / 1.75 bar / 25 PSI Rear: 200 kPa / 2.00 bar / 29 PSI |
| Cold Tire Pressure — 2-Up / Loaded Touring |
Front: 175 kPa / 1.75 bar / 25 PSI Rear: 200 kPa / 2.00 bar / 29 PSI |
| OEM Spark Plug & Quantity | NGK CPR7EA-9S / CPR6EA-9 × 1 (Gap: 0.8–0.9 mm) |
| OEM Battery Code & Rating | YTZ5S / YTX4L-BS (12V 3.5Ah MF AGM) |
| Final Drive Maintenance | 428 Drive Chain — Maintain 20–30 mm slack and lubricate regularly |
| Brake Fluid & Coolant | Mechanical Drum · Air/Oil-Cooled Engine (No liquid coolant) |
3. Ergonomics, Range & Scheduled Service Intervals
| Displacement · Max Power · Peak Torque | 49 cc · 3.7 hp @ 7,500 rpm · 3.8 N·m (2.8 lb-ft) @ 5,500 rpm |
|---|---|
| Seat Height & Wet Curb Weight | 735 mm (28.9 in) · 96 kg (212 lbs) |
| Fuel Tank & Est. Real-World Range | 4.3 L (1.1 US gal) · ~69 km/L → ~297 km (185 mi) |
| OEM Scheduled Maintenance Intervals |
• First Break-In: 1,000 km • Engine Oil / Filter: 6,000 km / 12,000 km • Air Filter / Spark Plug: 16,000 km / 12,000 km • Valve Clearance Check: 8,000 km |
4. Generation Cutoffs & Real-World Wrenching Gotchas
Model-Year & Chassis Generation Notes
Kumamoto-built 49cc fuel-injected Cub (AA09 from 2018) adding replaceable paper filter HF117 and round LED lighting before concluding with the 2024 Final Edition.
Oil & Clutch Mechanical Engineering Note
Honda horizontal underbone with wet centrifugal semi-auto 4-speed clutch—strictly requires JASO MA oil (never JASO MB scooter oil).