Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin DCT (SD08 / SD13) — OEM Fluid, Tire Pressure & Maintenance Specs
1,084cc Liquid-Cooled Parallel-Twin Unicam 270° Semi-Dry Sump + 6-Speed Wet DCT · Source: Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin DCT (SD08 / SD13) Official Owner’s Manual Maintenance Specifications
According to the Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin DCT (SD08 / SD13) Official Owner’s Manual Maintenance Specifications, the 2020–Present Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin DCT (SD08 / SD13) (chassis SD08/SD09/SD13/SD14) requires 4 L (4.23 US qt) of SAE 10W-30 (JASO MA, API SJ or higher (JASO MA Mandatory — NO MB)) engine oil for a drain-only change and 4.2 L (4.44 US qt) with filter service (Engine: 15410-MFJ-D01 (HF204) + DCT Clutch Filter: 15412-MGS-D21 (HF117)). Standard solo cold tire pressure is 225 kPa / 2.25 bar / 33 PSI front (90/90-21 M/C 54H) and 250 kPa / 2.50 bar / 36 PSI rear (150/70R18 M/C 70H), paired with 4× NGK SILMAR8A9S spark plug(s) and a HY110 Li-Ion battery.
Drain only: 4 L (4.23 US qt)
R 250 kPa (2.50 bar)
Est. Range: ~385 km (239 mi)
1. Engine Lubrication, Filter & Clutch Specifications
| Clutch Architecture | Wet Multi-Plate Dual Clutch (DCT) NEVER use JASO MB |
|---|---|
| Recommended Viscosity & Grade | SAE 10W-30 (Alt: SAE 10W-40) · JASO MA · API SJ or higher (JASO MA Mandatory — NO MB) |
| Oil Volume (Drain / With Filter / Overhaul) |
• Drain only: 4 L (4.23 US qt) • With filter/strainer: 4.2 L (4.44 US qt) • Complete dry overhaul: 5.2 L (5.49 US qt) |
| OEM Oil Filter Code & Type | Engine: 15410-MFJ-D01 (HF204) + DCT Clutch Filter: 15412-MGS-D21 (HF117) |
| Correct Oil Level Check Method | Hold upright on level ground; rest dipstick UNTHREADED on filler neck (do NOT screw in) |
| Oil Drain Bolt Torque | 25 N·m (18.4 lb-ft / 2.55 kgf·m) — Use fresh crush washer |
2. Cold Tire Pressures, Wheels, Ignition & Drivetrain
| Front / Rear OEM Tire Sizes | Front: 90/90-21 M/C 54H · Rear: 150/70R18 M/C 70H (Tubeless) |
|---|---|
| Cold Tire Pressure — Solo Riding |
Front: 225 kPa / 2.25 bar / 33 PSI Rear: 250 kPa / 2.50 bar / 36 PSI |
| Cold Tire Pressure — 2-Up / Loaded Touring |
Front: 225 kPa / 2.25 bar / 33 PSI Rear: 280 kPa / 2.80 bar / 41 PSI |
| OEM Spark Plug & Quantity | NGK SILMAR8A9S × 4 (Gap: 0.8–0.9 mm (Twin-Spark Iridium)) |
| OEM Battery Code & Rating | HY110 Li-Ion (12V 6.0Ah OEM Lithium-Ion (ELIIY Power)) |
| Final Drive Maintenance | 525 Heavy-Duty O-Ring Chain (124 links) — Maintain 35–45 mm slack |
| Brake Fluid & Coolant | DOT 4 · Pro Honda HP Silicate-Free Premixed Coolant (~2.3 L) |
3. Ergonomics, Range & Scheduled Service Intervals
| Displacement · Max Power · Peak Torque | 1084 cc · 101.9 hp @ 7,500 rpm · 112 N·m (82.6 lb-ft) @ 5,500 rpm |
|---|---|
| Seat Height & Wet Curb Weight | 850 mm (33.5 in) · 236 kg (520 lbs) |
| Fuel Tank & Est. Real-World Range | 18.8 L (5.0 US gal) · ~20.5 km/L → ~385 km (239 mi) |
| OEM Scheduled Maintenance Intervals |
• First Break-In: 1,000 km • Engine Oil / Filter: 12,000 km / 24,000 km • Air Filter / Spark Plug: 18,000 km / 48,000 km • Valve Clearance Check: 24,000 km |
4. Generation Cutoffs & Real-World Wrenching Gotchas
Model-Year & Chassis Generation Notes
While 2020–2023 standard SD08 models ran tube-type 21/18-inch spoke wheels, 2024+ updated SD13 models (boosted to 112 N·m torque) upgraded the standard 21/18 wheels to tubeless cross-spokes, while 2024+ Adventure Sports (SD14, 24.8 L tank) moved to a 19-inch tubeless front wheel.
Oil & Clutch Mechanical Engineering Note
Combining a semi-dry-sump crankcase with Honda’s 6-speed wet DCT, you must drop the bash plate and remove BOTH lower drain bolts to evacuate old oil. Refill on DCT models with both engine spin-on (HF204) and DCT clutch paper element (HF117) is 4.2 L of SAE 10W-30 JASO MA oil (manual gearbox models take 4.0 L with single filter).
Garage Wrenching Gotchas
- Never measure semi-dry-sump oil cold! Idle on level ground for 3–5 minutes, shut off, wait 2–3 minutes, hold the bike upright, and read the unthreaded dipstick.
- Its Twin-Spark Unicam head requires FOUR NGK SILMAR8A9S iridium plugs (two per cylinder), and the factory HY110 lithium-ion battery requires a LiFePO4-compatible tender.
5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
How much oil does the Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin DCT take with both filters?
DCT models require 4.0 L (4.2 US qt) drain-only and 4.2 L (4.4 US qt) when replacing both the spin-on engine filter and right-side DCT paper clutch element.
Are CRF1100L Africa Twin 21/18 spoke wheels tubeless or tube-type?
All Adventure Sports models and 2024+ standard SD13 models run tubeless cross-spoke rims, whereas 2020–2023 standard SD08 bikes came with tube-type 21/18 rims—always verify the rim stamping.
What is the cold tire pressure for the CRF1100L Africa Twin?
Set 225 kPa (33 PSI) front and 250 kPa (36 PSI) rear solo, raising the rear tire to 280 kPa (41 PSI) when riding two-up or with loaded panniers.