Ducati Panigale V2 (955 Superquadro) — OEM Fluid, Tire Pressure & Maintenance Specs
955cc Liquid-Cooled 90° L-Twin Desmodromic 4-Valve Superquadro (Chain/Gear Cam Drive) · Source: Ducati Panigale V2 (955cc Superquadro) Official Owner’s Manual Maintenance Data
According to the Ducati Panigale V2 (955cc Superquadro) Official Owner’s Manual Maintenance Data, the 2020–2024 Ducati Panigale V2 (955 Superquadro) (chassis ZDM1H00AA/1H) requires 3.3 L (3.49 US qt) of SAE 15W-50 (JASO MA2, API SN Synthetic (Shell Advance Ducati 15W-50)) engine oil for a drain-only change and 3.8 L (4.02 US qt) with filter service (44440312B / HF159). Standard solo cold tire pressure is 250 kPa / 2.50 bar / 36 PSI front (120/70 ZR17 M/C (58W)) and 250 kPa / 2.50 bar / 36 PSI rear (180/60 ZR17 M/C (75W)), paired with 2× NGK MAR9A-J spark plug(s) and a YT7B-BS battery.
Drain only: 3.3 L (3.49 US qt)
R 250 kPa (2.50 bar)
Est. Range: ~281 km (175 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: 3.3 L (3.49 US qt) • With filter/strainer: 3.8 L (4.02 US qt) • Complete dry overhaul: 4.1 L (4.33 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 ZR17 M/C (58W) · Rear: 180/60 ZR17 M/C (75W) (Tubeless) |
|---|---|
| Cold Tire Pressure — Solo Riding |
Front: 250 kPa / 2.50 bar / 36 PSI Rear: 250 kPa / 2.50 bar / 36 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 MAR9A-J × 2 (Gap: 0.8 mm) |
| OEM Battery Code & Rating | YT7B-BS (12V 6.5Ah Sealed AGM (Bayliss: LiFePO4)) |
| Final Drive Maintenance | 520 Z-Ring Sealed Chain (15T/43T, Single-Sided Swingarm) — 46–48 mm slack at gauge point |
| Brake Fluid & Coolant | DOT 4 · ENI Agip Permanent Spezial Silicate-Free Coolant (~2.3 L) |
3. Ergonomics, Range & Scheduled Service Intervals
| Displacement · Max Power · Peak Torque | 955 cc · 155 hp @ 10,750 rpm · 104 N·m (76.7 lb-ft) @ 9,000 rpm |
|---|---|
| Seat Height & Wet Curb Weight | 840 mm (33.1 in) · 200 kg (441 lbs) |
| Fuel Tank & Est. Real-World Range | 17 L (4.5 US gal) · ~16.5 km/L → ~281 km (175 mi) |
| OEM Scheduled Maintenance Intervals |
• First Break-In: 1,000 km • Engine Oil / Filter: 12,000 km / 12,000 km • Air Filter / Spark Plug: 24,000 km / 24,000 km • Valve Clearance Check: 24,000 km |
4. Generation Cutoffs & Real-World Wrenching Gotchas
Model-Year & Chassis Generation Notes
This entry covers the iconic 2020–2024 Panigale V2 (chassis 1H) powered by the 155 hp 955cc Desmodromic Superquadro L-Twin with a single-sided swingarm. Note that the all-new 2025+ Panigale V2 switched to an 890cc spring-valve IVT twin (120 hp) with completely different service specs.
Oil & Clutch Mechanical Engineering Note
With massive 100 mm oversquare pistons and an internal crankcase lobe vacuum pump reducing pumping losses at 11,000 rpm, the 955cc Superquadro demands high-film-strength SAE 15W-50 JASO MA2 full-synthetic oil paired with Ducati’s internal 44440312B paper element.
Garage Wrenching Gotchas
- Do not over-tighten the 14 N·m magnetic drain plug or internal filter cover bolts; lubricated threads in the lightweight alloy sump strip easily if torqued by feel with a long ratchet.
- Stock rear tire size is a tall 180/60 ZR17 rather than 180/55 ZR17; changing tire profile or brand requires running the TFT Tire Calibration routine so Ducati Traction Control EVO 2 calculates wheel-speed slip accurately.
5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
How much oil does a 955cc Ducati Panigale V2 take with a filter change?
Factory spec with a new 44440312B filter cartridge is 3.8 L (4.02 US qt) of SAE 15W-50 JASO MA2 oil; pour ~3.4 L first, run to operating temp, let settle upright for 10 minutes, and top off to the sight-glass window.
Does the Panigale V2 955 Superquadro engine have timing belts or timing chains?
Unlike Testastretta engines, the 955cc Superquadro uses a maintenance-free gear-and-chain cam drive—no rubber timing belts to replace every 5 years—with Desmo valve inspections every 24,000 km.
What are the recommended cold street tire pressures for the Panigale V2?
For solo street riding, Ducati specifies 250 kPa (2.50 bar / 36 PSI) front and 250 kPa (2.50 bar / 36 PSI) rear cold, increasing the rear to 290 kPa (2.90 bar / 42 PSI) with a passenger.