Honda VFR1200F DCT (SC63) — OEM Fluid, Tire Pressure & Maintenance Specs
1,237cc Liquid-Cooled 76° V4 Unicam 16V + 6-Speed DCT & Shaft · Source: Honda VFR1200F DCT (SC63) (2010–2016) Official Owner’s Manual Maintenance Specifications
According to the Honda VFR1200F DCT (SC63) (2010–2016) Official Owner’s Manual Maintenance Specifications, the 2010–2016 Honda VFR1200F DCT (SC63) (chassis SC63) requires 3.5 L (3.70 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) + DCT 15412-MGS-D21). 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 (190/55ZR17 M/C (75W)), paired with 4× NGK IMR8E-9HES spark plug(s) and a YTZ14S battery.
Drain only: 3.5 L (3.70 US qt)
R 290 kPa (2.90 bar)
Est. Range: ~287 km (178 mi)
1. Engine Lubrication, Filter & Clutch Specifications
| Clutch Architecture | Wet Multi-Plate Dual Clutch (DCT) 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: 3.5 L (3.70 US qt) • With filter/strainer: 3.9 L (4.12 US qt) • Complete dry overhaul: 4.8 L (5.07 US qt) |
| OEM Oil Filter Code & Type | 15410-MCJ-000 (HF204) + DCT 15412-MGS-D21 |
| 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 |
| Final Drive / Bevel Gear Oil | 200 ml (0.20 L) — SAE 80W-90 Hypoid Gear Oil GL-5 (200 ml shaft) |
2. Cold Tire Pressures, Wheels, Ignition & Drivetrain
| Front / Rear OEM Tire Sizes | Front: 120/70ZR17 M/C (58W) · Rear: 190/55ZR17 M/C (75W) (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 IMR8E-9HES × 4 (Gap: 0.8–0.9 mm) |
| OEM Battery Code & Rating | YTZ14S (12V 11.2Ah MF AGM) |
| Final Drive Maintenance | Offset-Pivot Pro-Arm Shaft Drive (SAE 80W-90 GL-5) |
| 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 | 1237 cc · 172.7 hp @ 10,000 rpm · 129 N·m (95.1 lb-ft) @ 8,750 rpm |
|---|---|
| Seat Height & Wet Curb Weight | 815 mm (32.1 in) · 277 kg (611 lbs) |
| Fuel Tank & Est. Real-World Range | 18.5 L (4.9 US gal) · ~15.5 km/L → ~287 km (178 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
World’s first production DCT motorcycle pairing a 172.7 hp 76-degree Unicam V4 with shaft final drive; 2012+ models added traction control and refined DCT logic.
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.