Ducati Multistrada V4 / V4 S — OEM Fluid, Tire Pressure & Maintenance Specs
1,158cc Liquid-Cooled 90° V4 Granturismo (Spring-Valve Return · 60,000 km Valve Interval) · Source: Ducati Multistrada V4 / V4 S (1,158cc V4 Granturismo) Official Owner’s Manual
According to the Ducati Multistrada V4 / V4 S (1,158cc V4 Granturismo) Official Owner’s Manual, the 2021–Present Ducati Multistrada V4 / V4 S (chassis ZDM1A00AA/1A/4A) requires 4.1 L (4.33 US qt) of SAE 15W-50 (JASO MA2, API SN Synthetic (Shell Advance Ducati 15W-50)) engine oil for a drain-only change and 4.4 L (4.65 US qt) with filter service (44440312B / HF159). Standard solo cold tire pressure is 240 kPa / 2.40 bar / 35 PSI front (120/70 ZR19 M/C (60W)) and 250 kPa / 2.50 bar / 36 PSI rear (170/60 ZR17 M/C (72W)), paired with 4× NGK SILMDR9A-8GS spark plug(s) and a YUASA YTX14-BS battery.
Drain only: 4.1 L (4.33 US qt)
R 250 kPa (2.50 bar)
Est. Range: ~339 km (211 mi)
1. Engine Lubrication, Filter & Clutch Specifications
| Clutch Architecture | Wet Multi-Plate Manual Clutch NEVER use JASO MB |
|---|---|
| Recommended Viscosity & Grade | SAE 15W-50 · JASO MA2 · API SN Synthetic (Shell Advance Ducati 15W-50) |
| Oil Volume (Drain / With Filter / Overhaul) |
• Drain only: 4.1 L (4.33 US qt) • With filter/strainer: 4.4 L (4.65 US qt) • Complete dry overhaul: 4.9 L (5.18 US qt) |
| OEM Oil Filter Code & Type | 44440312B / HF159 |
| 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 | 14 N·m (10.3 lb-ft / 1.43 kgf·m) — Use fresh crush washer |
2. Cold Tire Pressures, Wheels, Ignition & Drivetrain
| Front / Rear OEM Tire Sizes | Front: 120/70 ZR19 M/C (60W) · Rear: 170/60 ZR17 M/C (72W) (Tubeless) |
|---|---|
| Cold Tire Pressure — Solo Riding |
Front: 240 kPa / 2.40 bar / 35 PSI Rear: 250 kPa / 2.50 bar / 36 PSI |
| Cold Tire Pressure — 2-Up / Loaded Touring |
Front: 240 kPa / 2.40 bar / 35 PSI Rear: 290 kPa / 2.90 bar / 42 PSI |
| OEM Spark Plug & Quantity | NGK SILMDR9A-8GS × 4 (Gap: 0.8 mm) |
| OEM Battery Code & Rating | YUASA YTX14-BS (12V 12.6Ah MF AGM) |
| Final Drive Maintenance | 525 Heavy-Duty Z-Ring Chain (Double-Sided Aluminum Swingarm, 16T/42T) — 35–37 mm slack |
| Brake Fluid & Coolant | DOT 4 · ENI Agip Permanent Spezial Silicate-Free Coolant (~2.7 L) |
3. Ergonomics, Range & Scheduled Service Intervals
| Displacement · Max Power · Peak Torque | 1158 cc · 170 hp @ 10,500 rpm · 125 N·m (92.2 lb-ft) @ 8,750 rpm |
|---|---|
| Seat Height & Wet Curb Weight | 840 mm (33.1 in) · 243 kg (536 lbs) |
| Fuel Tank & Est. Real-World Range | 22 L (5.8 US gal) · ~15.4 km/L → ~339 km (211 mi) |
| OEM Scheduled Maintenance Intervals |
• First Break-In: 1,000 km • Engine Oil / Filter: 15,000 km / 15,000 km • Air Filter / Spark Plug: 30,000 km / 30,000 km • Valve Clearance Check: 60,000 km |
4. Generation Cutoffs & Real-World Wrenching Gotchas
Model-Year & Chassis Generation Notes
Launched in 2021, the Multistrada V4 retired the belt-driven Desmo 1260 L-Twin in favor of the 1,158cc spring-valve V4 Granturismo and a 19-inch front wheel (note: Pikes Peak and V4 RS variants run 17-inch sport wheels and distinct chassis/engine specs).
Oil & Clutch Mechanical Engineering Note
Replacing Desmo rockers with finger-follower coil valve springs unlocked an industry-benchmark 60,000 km valve check interval. Note that an oil and 44440312B filter change takes 4.4 L (4.65 US qt)—meaning a standard 4-liter jug will leave you 400 ml short!
Garage Wrenching Gotchas
- You must unbolt the lower aluminum bash/skid plate before accessing the sump drain plug and internal 44440312B oil filter cover; inspect the rubber isolation bushings while it is off.
- On radar-equipped V4 S models, avoid mounting auxiliary lights or tail accessories in front of the nose/tail millimeter-wave radar domes, as bracket flex can trigger ACC fault codes.
5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Is the Ducati Multistrada V4 valve clearance interval really 60,000 km?
Yes! Because the 1,158cc V4 Granturismo uses coil valve springs and a gear/chain cam drive rather than Desmodromic rockers or belts, valve inspection only comes due every 60,000 km (37,000 miles).
How many 1-liter bottles of oil do I need for a Multistrada V4 oil change?
Buy five 1-liter bottles: a filter-change service requires 4.4 L (4.65 US qt) of SAE 15W-50 JASO MA2 synthetic oil, leaving 0.6 L from the fifth bottle for mid-tour top-ups.
What tire pressure should I run on a fully loaded Multistrada V4 with luggage?
Keep cold front pressure at 240 kPa (2.40 bar / 35–36 PSI) and raise the 170/60 ZR17 rear tire from 250 kPa (36 PSI) solo up to 290 kPa (2.90 bar / 42 PSI) for two-up or pannier touring.