Ducati Panigale V4 / V4 S — OEM Fluid, Tire Pressure & Maintenance Specs
1,103cc Liquid-Cooled 90° V4 Counter-Rotating Desmosedici Stradale (215.5 hp Twin-Pulse) · Source: Ducati Panigale V4 / V4 S (1,103cc Desmosedici Stradale) Official Owner’s Manual
According to the Ducati Panigale V4 / V4 S (1,103cc Desmosedici Stradale) Official Owner’s Manual, the 2018–Present Ducati Panigale V4 / V4 S (chassis ZDMDA04AA/DA/3D) requires 3.1 L (3.28 US qt) of SAE 15W-50 (JASO MA2, API SN Synthetic (Shell Advance Ducati 15W-50)) engine oil for a drain-only change and 3.4 L (3.59 US qt) with filter service (44440312B / HF159). Standard solo cold tire pressure is 230 kPa / 2.30 bar / 33 PSI front (120/70 ZR17 M/C (58W)) and 210 kPa / 2.10 bar / 30 PSI rear (200/60 ZR17 M/C (80W)), paired with 4× NGK MAR9A-J spark plug(s) and a YT7B-BS (V4) / LiFePO4 (V4 S) battery.
Drain only: 3.1 L (3.28 US qt)
R 210 kPa (2.10 bar)
Est. Range: ~221 km (137 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: 3.1 L (3.28 US qt) • With filter/strainer: 3.4 L (3.59 US qt) • Complete dry overhaul: 4 L (4.23 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: 200/60 ZR17 M/C (80W) (Tubeless) |
|---|---|
| Cold Tire Pressure — Solo Riding |
Front: 230 kPa / 2.30 bar / 33 PSI Rear: 210 kPa / 2.10 bar / 30 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 × 4 (Gap: 0.8 mm) |
| OEM Battery Code & Rating | YT7B-BS (V4) / LiFePO4 (V4 S) (12V 6.5Ah AGM (Base V4) or 12V LiFePO4 Lithium (V4 S)) |
| Final Drive Maintenance | 525 Heavy-Duty Z-Ring Chain (16T/41T) — 33–35 mm slack at swingarm window |
| Brake Fluid & Coolant | DOT 4 · ENI Agip Permanent Spezial Silicate-Free Coolant (~2.5 L) |
3. Ergonomics, Range & Scheduled Service Intervals
| Displacement · Max Power · Peak Torque | 1103 cc · 215.5 hp @ 13,000 rpm · 123.6 N·m (91.2 lb-ft) @ 9,500 rpm |
|---|---|
| Seat Height & Wet Curb Weight | 850 mm (33.5 in) · 198.5 kg (438 lbs) |
| Fuel Tank & Est. Real-World Range | 17 L (4.5 US gal) · ~13 km/L → ~221 km (137 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
Evolving from 2018–2019 wingless V4 to 2020–2021 winglets, 2022–2024 revised lubrication/gearing (215.5 hp), and the 2025+ double-sided swingarm chassis, standard 1,103cc V4 and V4 S trims use a wet slipper clutch—only 998cc V4 R and numbered SP/SP2 editions run an open dry clutch.
Oil & Clutch Mechanical Engineering Note
Four oil-pump rotors scavenge the crankcase to cut windage drag around the counter-rotating crankshaft while feeding 16 Desmodromic rockers past 14,000 rpm. Enclosed full fairings trap intense heat, making high-HTHS SAE 15W-50 JASO MA2 synthetic oil non-negotiable.
Garage Wrenching Gotchas
- Lower belly-pan fairings must come off to reach the sump drain plug and internal 44440312B filter plate; sort the varying-length M5 fairing screws carefully so a long screw never punctures the lower radiator core.
- Do not blindly inflate the rear 200/60 ZR17 Pirelli Supercorsa SP to 42 PSI for solo rides! Ducati’s solo street placard specifies 230 kPa (33 PSI) front and just 210 kPa (30.5 PSI) rear cold to let the race-derived carcass flex and build grip.
5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Why does checking oil on a Panigale V4 require a long wait after shutting off the engine?
In the semi-dry-sump Desmosedici Stradale, oil lingers in both V4 cylinder heads and the deep oil cooler right after shutdown. Always check upright 10–15 minutes after turning off a fully warm engine so you never overfill.
Where is the battery located on the Ducati Panigale V4 / V4 S?
For mass centralization, the battery sits at the front of the fuel tank behind the steering head cover—not under the tail—while battery maintainer leads easily plug into the under-pillion DDA port.
Which spark plugs fit the Panigale V4 and how accessible are they?
It uses four slender NGK MAR9A-J spark plugs replaced every 24,000 km. Because accessing the front bank behind the radiator and rear bank under the fuel tank is labor-intensive, pair plug replacement with the 24,000 km Desmo check.