Suzuki VanVan 200 (RV200) — OEM Fluid, Tire Pressure & Maintenance Specs
199cc Air/Oil-Cooled Single SOHC 2-Valve (180mm Balloon Rear Tire Scrambler) · Source: Suzuki VanVan 200 (RV200) (2002–2019) Official Owner’s Manual Maintenance Specifications
According to the Suzuki VanVan 200 (RV200) (2002–2019) Official Owner’s Manual Maintenance Specifications, the 2002–2019 Suzuki VanVan 200 (RV200) (chassis NH41A/NH42A) requires 0.85 L (0.90 US qt) of SAE 10W-40 (JASO MA2, API SJ/SL/SM) engine oil for a drain-only change and 0.95 L (1.00 US qt) with filter service (16510-05240 / HF132). Standard solo cold tire pressure is 150 kPa / 1.50 bar / 22 PSI front (130/80-18 M/C 66P) and 150 kPa / 1.50 bar / 22 PSI rear (180/80-14 M/C 78P), paired with 1× NGK MR8E-9 / CR8E spark plug(s) and a YTX7L-BS / YTX9-BS battery.
Drain only: 0.85 L (0.90 US qt)
R 150 kPa (1.50 bar)
Est. Range: ~234 km (145 mi)
1. Engine Lubrication, Filter & Clutch Specifications
| Clutch Architecture | Wet Multi-Plate Manual Clutch NEVER use JASO MB |
|---|---|
| Recommended Viscosity & Grade | SAE 10W-40 · JASO MA2 · API SJ/SL/SM |
| Oil Volume (Drain / With Filter / Overhaul) |
• Drain only: 0.85 L (0.90 US qt) • With filter/strainer: 0.95 L (1.00 US qt) • Complete dry overhaul: 1.1 L (1.16 US qt) |
| OEM Oil Filter Code & Type | 16510-05240 / HF132 |
| 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 | 21 N·m (15.5 lb-ft / 2.14 kgf·m) — Use fresh crush washer |
2. Cold Tire Pressures, Wheels, Ignition & Drivetrain
| Front / Rear OEM Tire Sizes | Front: 130/80-18 M/C 66P · Rear: 180/80-14 M/C 78P (Tube-Type Spoke Rim) |
|---|---|
| Cold Tire Pressure — Solo Riding |
Front: 150 kPa / 1.50 bar / 22 PSI Rear: 150 kPa / 1.50 bar / 22 PSI |
| Cold Tire Pressure — 2-Up / Loaded Touring |
Front: 150 kPa / 1.50 bar / 22 PSI Rear: 175 kPa / 1.75 bar / 25 PSI |
| OEM Spark Plug & Quantity | NGK MR8E-9 / CR8E × 1 (Gap: 0.8–0.9 mm) |
| OEM Battery Code & Rating | YTX7L-BS / YTX9-BS (12V 6.0–8.0Ah MF AGM) |
| Final Drive Maintenance | 520 Sealed O/X-Ring Chain — Maintain 25–35 mm slack and lube every 800–1,000 km |
| Brake Fluid & Coolant | DOT 4 · Air/Oil-Cooled Engine (No liquid coolant) |
3. Ergonomics, Range & Scheduled Service Intervals
| Displacement · Max Power · Peak Torque | 199 cc · 16 hp @ 8,000 rpm · 15 N·m (11.1 lb-ft) @ 6,500 rpm |
|---|---|
| Seat Height & Wet Curb Weight | 770 mm (30.3 in) · 128 kg (282 lbs) |
| Fuel Tank & Est. Real-World Range | 6.5 L (1.7 US gal) · ~36 km/L → ~234 km (145 mi) |
| OEM Scheduled Maintenance Intervals |
• First Break-In: 1,000 km • Engine Oil / Filter: 5,000 km / 10,000 km • Air Filter / Spark Plug: 12,000 km / 10,000 km • Valve Clearance Check: 12,000 km |
4. Generation Cutoffs & Real-World Wrenching Gotchas
Model-Year & Chassis Generation Notes
Modernized revival of the 1970s beach cruiser rocking a massive 180/80-14 balloon rear tire, oil cooler, and fuel injection (NH42A).
Oil & Clutch Mechanical Engineering Note
Suzuki 125–250cc lightweight manual-clutch platform (GSX-R/S125, V-Strom 250SX, TU250X) running SAE 10W-40 JASO MA2 oil.