Yamaha Raider XV1900CU (VP27 Air-Cooled Pushrod) — OEM Fluid, Tire Pressure & Maintenance Specs
1,854cc Air-Cooled 48-Degree V-Twin OHV Pushrod 8-Valve Dry-Sump · Source: Yamaha Raider XV1900CU (VP27 Air-Cooled Pushrod) (2008–2017) Official Owner’s Manual Maintenance Specifications
According to the Yamaha Raider XV1900CU (VP27 Air-Cooled Pushrod) (2008–2017) Official Owner’s Manual Maintenance Specifications, the 2008–2017 Yamaha Raider XV1900CU (VP27 Air-Cooled Pushrod) (chassis VP27/VP23/5C7) requires 4.1 L (4.33 US qt) of SAE 20W-50 (JASO MA2, API SG or higher) engine oil for a drain-only change and 4.9 L (5.18 US qt) with filter service (5GH-13440-80 / HF204 (or HF145)). Standard solo cold tire pressure is 250 kPa / 2.50 bar / 36 PSI front (120/70-21M/C 62H) and 280 kPa / 2.80 bar / 41 PSI rear (210/40R18M/C 73H), paired with 4× NGK DPR7EA-9 spark plug(s) and a YT14B-BS battery.
Drain only: 4.1 L (4.33 US qt)
R 280 kPa (2.80 bar)
Est. Range: ~248 km (154 mi)
1. Engine Lubrication, Filter & Clutch Specifications
| Clutch Architecture | Wet Multi-Plate Manual Clutch NEVER use JASO MB |
|---|---|
| Recommended Viscosity & Grade | SAE 20W-50 (Alt: SAE 10W-40) · JASO MA2 · API SG or higher |
| Oil Volume (Drain / With Filter / Overhaul) |
• Drain only: 4.1 L (4.33 US qt) • With filter/strainer: 4.9 L (5.18 US qt) • Complete dry overhaul: 5.9 L (6.23 US qt) |
| OEM Oil Filter Code & Type | 5GH-13440-80 / HF204 (or HF145) |
| Correct Oil Level Check Method | Dry-sump oil tank — warm engine to operating temperature and check oil tank/frame dipstick immediately after shutdown per OEM procedure (never top up cold) |
| Oil Drain Bolt Torque | 43 N·m (31.7 lb-ft / 4.38 kgf·m) — Use fresh crush washer |
2. Cold Tire Pressures, Wheels, Ignition & Drivetrain
| Front / Rear OEM Tire Sizes | Front: 120/70-21M/C 62H · Rear: 210/40R18M/C 73H (Tubeless) |
|---|---|
| Cold Tire Pressure — Solo Riding |
Front: 250 kPa / 2.50 bar / 36 PSI Rear: 280 kPa / 2.80 bar / 41 PSI |
| Cold Tire Pressure — 2-Up / Loaded Touring |
Front: 250 kPa / 2.50 bar / 36 PSI Rear: 280 kPa / 2.80 bar / 41 PSI |
| OEM Spark Plug & Quantity | NGK DPR7EA-9 × 4 (Gap: 0.8–0.9 mm) |
| OEM Battery Code & Rating | YT14B-BS (12V 12.0Ah MF AGM) |
| Final Drive Maintenance | Heavy-Duty Aramid Final Belt — Inspect tension under 167 N·m torque |
| Brake Fluid & Coolant | DOT 4 · Air-Cooled Pushrod V-Twin with Oil Cooler (No liquid coolant) |
3. Ergonomics, Range & Scheduled Service Intervals
| Displacement · Max Power · Peak Torque | 1854 cc · 99 hp @ 4,250 rpm · 167 N·m (123.2 lb-ft) @ 2,500 rpm |
|---|---|
| Seat Height & Wet Curb Weight | 695 mm (27.4 in) · 331 kg (730 lbs) |
| Fuel Tank & Est. Real-World Range | 16 L (4.2 US gal) · ~15.5 km/L → ~248 km (154 mi) |
| OEM Scheduled Maintenance Intervals |
• First Break-In: 1,000 km • Engine Oil / Filter: 8,000 km / 16,000 km • Air Filter / Spark Plug: 20,000 km / 16,000 km • Valve Clearance Check: 26,000 km |
4. Generation Cutoffs & Real-World Wrenching Gotchas
Model-Year & Chassis Generation Notes
Built around Roadliner/Stratoliner’s massive 113-cubic-inch (1,854cc) twin-spark pushrod V-twin, the Raider XV1900CU wrapped an all-aluminum chopper frame around a 21-inch front and 210/40R18 rear tire.
Oil & Clutch Mechanical Engineering Note
Using an underseat dry-sump tank with three total drain bolts (two engine sump + one oil tank), refill 4.9 L with spin-on filter HF204 of SAE 20W-50 JASO MA2 oil.