Husqvarna 701 Enduro (LC4) — OEM Fluid, Tire Pressure & Maintenance Specs
692.7cc Liquid-Cooled Single SOHC 4-Valve LC4 Long-Range Enduro (Dual Balancers · Dual Filters · WP XPLOR) · Source: Husqvarna 701 Enduro Official Owner’s Manual Maintenance Specifications
According to the Husqvarna 701 Enduro Official Owner’s Manual Maintenance Specifications, the 2020–Present Husqvarna 701 Enduro (LC4) (chassis VBKLSZ40/LSZ) requires 1.55 L (1.64 US qt) of SAE 10W-60 (JASO MA2, API SN Fully Synthetic (Motorex Cross Power 4T 10W-60)) engine oil for a drain-only change and 1.7 L (1.80 US qt) with filter service (75038046110 (HF155 + HF651 Dual Filters)). Standard solo cold tire pressure is 180 kPa / 1.80 bar / 26 PSI front (90/90-21 54R TT) and 180 kPa / 1.80 bar / 26 PSI rear (140/80-18 70R TT), paired with 2× NGK LKAR8BI-9 + LMAR7AI-9 spark plug(s) and a YTZ10S battery.
Drain only: 1.55 L (1.64 US qt)
R 180 kPa (1.80 bar)
Est. Range: ~299 km (186 mi)
1. Engine Lubrication, Filter & Clutch Specifications
| Clutch Architecture | Wet Multi-Plate Manual Clutch NEVER use JASO MB |
|---|---|
| Recommended Viscosity & Grade | SAE 10W-60 (Alt: SAE 10W-50 / 15W-50 (한랭지 및 일반 기온 허용)) · JASO MA2 · API SN Fully Synthetic (Motorex Cross Power 4T 10W-60) |
| Oil Volume (Drain / With Filter / Overhaul) |
• Drain only: 1.55 L (1.64 US qt) • With filter/strainer: 1.7 L (1.80 US qt) • Complete dry overhaul: 1.95 L (2.06 US qt) |
| OEM Oil Filter Code & Type | 75038046110 (HF155 + HF651 Dual Filters) |
| 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 | 20 N·m (14.8 lb-ft / 2.04 kgf·m) — Use fresh crush washer |
2. Cold Tire Pressures, Wheels, Ignition & Drivetrain
| Front / Rear OEM Tire Sizes | Front: 90/90-21 54R TT · Rear: 140/80-18 70R TT (Tube-Type Spoke Rim) |
|---|---|
| Cold Tire Pressure — Solo Riding |
Front: 180 kPa / 1.80 bar / 26 PSI Rear: 180 kPa / 1.80 bar / 26 PSI |
| Cold Tire Pressure — 2-Up / Loaded Touring |
Front: 200 kPa / 2.00 bar / 29 PSI Rear: 220 kPa / 2.20 bar / 32 PSI |
| OEM Spark Plug & Quantity | NGK LKAR8BI-9 + LMAR7AI-9 × 2 (Gap: 0.9 mm) |
| OEM Battery Code & Rating | YTZ10S (12V 8.6Ah Sealed MF AGM) |
| Final Drive Maintenance | 520 X-Ring Enduro Chain (15T/45T, 118 links) — Maintain 35–40 mm long-travel slack |
| Brake Fluid & Coolant | DOT 4 or DOT 5.1 · Motorex Coolant M3.0 Silicate-Free Premix (~1.3 L) |
3. Ergonomics, Range & Scheduled Service Intervals
| Displacement · Max Power · Peak Torque | 693 cc · 74 hp @ 8,000 rpm · 73.5 N·m (54.2 lb-ft) @ 6,500 rpm |
|---|---|
| Seat Height & Wet Curb Weight | 925 mm (36.4 in) · 159 kg (351 lbs) |
| Fuel Tank & Est. Real-World Range | 13 L (3.4 US gal) · ~23 km/L → ~299 km (186 mi) |
| OEM Scheduled Maintenance Intervals |
• First Break-In: 1,000 km • Engine Oil / Filter: 10,000 km / 10,000 km • Air Filter / Spark Plug: 10,000 km / 20,000 km • Valve Clearance Check: 10,000 km |
4. Generation Cutoffs & Real-World Wrenching Gotchas
Model-Year & Chassis Generation Notes
Updated in 2017 with the smooth 74 hp dual-balancer LC4 and in 2020+ with lean-angle ABS, Easy Shift quickshifter, and revised 250mm WP XPLOR suspension (note the limited 2020–2021 701 Enduro LR added a 12 L front tank for 25 L total).
Oil & Clutch Mechanical Engineering Note
Delivering 74 hp in a 159 kg dual-sport package without race-bike hour-meter intervals relies on dual paper oil filters (OEM kit 75038046110), two cleanable mesh screens, and heavy-duty full-synthetic SAE 10W-60 JASO MA2 oil.
Garage Wrenching Gotchas
- Unlike the 701 Supermoto’s sealed 17-inch tubeless rims, the 701 Enduro’s 21/18-inch DID DirtStar wheels run inner tubes inside Continental TKC 80 knobbies—pack spare tubes and spoons for remote backcountry rides!
- Because the 13.0 L rear polyamide fuel tank IS the structural subframe, stick to lightweight rackless soft luggage off-road rather than overloading rigid metal pannier frames.
5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
How manageable is the tall 925 mm seat height on the Husqvarna 701 Enduro?
Unladen height is a towering 925 mm, though 250 mm WP XPLOR travel compresses ~55 mm under rider sag and the motocross-slim seat lets your leg drop straight down for confident left-foot stops.
What parts and oil volume are required for a 701 Enduro oil change?
Order OEM oil filter service kit 75038046110 (containing both short and long paper filters, two screens, and fresh O-rings) plus 1.70 L of SAE 10W-60 JASO MA2 synthetic oil; halve the 10,000 km interval for hard dirt use.
What cold tire pressures work best on-road vs off-road for the 701 Enduro?
Run 180–200 kPa (26–29 PSI) cold on tarmac to prevent TKC 80 knob squirm and tube heat, airing down to Husqvarna’s 150 kPa (1.5 bar / 22 PSI) baseline on rocky trails.