Royal Enfield Meteor 350 (Fireball / Stellar / Supernova) — OEM Fluid, Tire Pressure & Maintenance Specs
349cc Air/Oil-Cooled Single-Cylinder SOHC 2-Valve J-Series Easy Cruiser (Heel-Toe Shifter) · Source: Royal Enfield Meteor 350 (J1D) Official Owner’s Manual Maintenance Specifications
According to the Royal Enfield Meteor 350 (J1D) Official Owner’s Manual Maintenance Specifications, the 2021–Present Royal Enfield Meteor 350 (Fireball / Stellar / Supernova) (chassis ME3J1D/J1D) requires 1.55 L (1.64 US qt) of SAE 15W-50 (JASO MA2, API SL or higher Semi-Synthetic) engine oil for a drain-only change and 1.7 L (1.80 US qt) with filter service (1570120 / HF511). Standard solo cold tire pressure is 220 kPa / 2.20 bar / 32 PSI front (100/90-19 57P) and 220 kPa / 2.20 bar / 32 PSI rear (140/70-17 66P), paired with 1× Bosch YR7MES spark plug(s) and a YTZ9-BS / 12V 8Ah VRLA battery.
Drain only: 1.55 L (1.64 US qt)
R 220 kPa (2.20 bar)
Est. Range: ~525 km (326 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 SL or higher Semi-Synthetic |
| 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: 2.2 L (2.32 US qt) |
| OEM Oil Filter Code & Type | 1570120 / HF511 |
| 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 | 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: 100/90-19 57P · Rear: 140/70-17 66P (Tubeless) |
|---|---|
| Cold Tire Pressure — Solo Riding |
Front: 220 kPa / 2.20 bar / 32 PSI Rear: 220 kPa / 2.20 bar / 32 PSI |
| Cold Tire Pressure — 2-Up / Loaded Touring |
Front: 220 kPa / 2.20 bar / 32 PSI Rear: 250 kPa / 2.50 bar / 36 PSI |
| OEM Spark Plug & Quantity | Bosch YR7MES × 1 (Gap: 0.7–0.8 mm) |
| OEM Battery Code & Rating | YTZ9-BS / 12V 8Ah VRLA (12V 8.0Ah Sealed MF VRLA) |
| Final Drive Maintenance | 520 O-Ring Sealed Chain (15T/42T, 104 links) — Maintain 25–30 mm slack on centerstand |
| Brake Fluid & Coolant | DOT 4 · Air/Oil-Cooled Engine (No liquid coolant — finned cylinder + internal head oil cooling) |
3. Ergonomics, Range & Scheduled Service Intervals
| Displacement · Max Power · Peak Torque | 349 cc · 20.2 hp @ 6,100 rpm · 27 N·m (19.9 lb-ft) @ 4,000 rpm |
|---|---|
| Seat Height & Wet Curb Weight | 765 mm (30.1 in) · 191 kg (421 lbs) |
| Fuel Tank & Est. Real-World Range | 15 L (4.0 US gal) · ~35 km/L → ~525 km (326 mi) |
| OEM Scheduled Maintenance Intervals |
• First Break-In: 500 km • Engine Oil / Filter: 10,000 km / 10,000 km • Air Filter / Spark Plug: 10,000 km / 10,000 km • Valve Clearance Check: 10,000 km |
4. Generation Cutoffs & Real-World Wrenching Gotchas
Model-Year & Chassis Generation Notes
First to debut Royal Enfield’s J-series 349cc platform in 2021, Fireball, Stellar, and Supernova trims all run 19/17 tubeless alloy wheels, whereas the retro-styled 2024+ Aurora trim switches to wire-spoke tube-type wheels.
Oil & Clutch Mechanical Engineering Note
Sharing 100% of its 349cc J-series engine internals with the Classic and Hunter 350, the Meteor 350 takes 1.70 L of SAE 15W-50 JASO MA2 oil with a 1570120 / HF511 paper element, paired with a generous 15.0 L teardrop tank for 450+ km cruising range.
Garage Wrenching Gotchas
- Take advantage of the factory centerstand for chain maintenance and oil level checks; warm the engine briefly, shut down for 2 minutes on flat pavement, and verify oil sits mid-window.
- With forward foot controls and a heel-and-toe rocker shifter, press smoothly with your heel rather than stomping down hard, protecting the shift detent pawl over high mileage.
5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is the comfortable cruising speed and real-world fuel range of the Meteor 350?
The counterbalanced 20.2 hp single is happiest humming along scenic backroads at 75–95 km/h (governed near 114 km/h), delivering roughly 420–480 km per 15.0 L tank.
How does Meteor 350 cold tire pressure differ from the Hunter 350?
Rolling on a 100/90-19 front wheel at 191 kg wet, the Meteor 350 runs 220 kPa (32 PSI) front cold—3 PSI higher than the 17-inch Hunter—with 220 kPa (32 PSI) solo / 250 kPa (36 PSI) two-up rear.
Should valve clearances be checked at the 500 km break-in service on a Meteor 350?
Yes—initial valve-seat bedding happens primarily in the first 500 km; verifying the cold screw-tappet clearances (0.08 mm intake / 0.18 mm exhaust) alongside the first oil/filter swap keeps idle rock-steady.