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Honda PCX 160(2021–present)

Official service intervals, fluid capacities, and torque specifications for the Honda PCX 160. Source citation: Honda Motor Co. PCX160 Official Owner & Workshop Manual.

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Quick Reference Specifications

Essential technical numbers for regular maintenance and routine oil changes

Dual Metric / Imperial

Engine Oil Type: 10W-30 JASO MB (API SG or higher)
Oil Capacity: 0.8 L (0.85 US qt) at draining / 0.9 L (0.95 US qt) at overhaul
Drain Bolt Torque: 24 N·m (18 lbf·ft)
Spark Plug: NGK LMAR8L-9
Spark Plug Gap: 0.8–0.9 mm (0.031–0.035 in)
Service Interval: 6,000 km (3700 mi) / 12 mo
Cold Tire Pressures (Front / Rear): Front: 200 kPa (29 psi)Rear: 225 kPa (33 psi) solo / 250 kPa (36 psi) with passenger

Periodic Maintenance Schedule

Recommended factory inspection and replacement intervals under normal riding conditions

Service Item	Action	Distance Interval	Time Interval	Notes / Source
Initial Break-in Service (Oil & Strainer)Break-in	replace	1,000 km(600 mi)	1 mo	Mandatory initial break-in service at 1,000 km (1 month)
Engine Oil	replace	6,000 km(4,000 mi)	12 mo	Use JASO MB 10W-30 4-stroke scooter oil
Engine Oil Strainer Screen	clean	12,000 km(8,000 mi)	24 mo	Clean screen and spring every second oil change
Spark Plug	inspect	6,000 km(4,000 mi)	12 mo	Factory manual requirement
Spark Plug	replace	12,000 km(8,000 mi)	24 mo	NGK LMAR8L-9 (0.8–0.9 mm gap)
Air Cleaner Element (Viscous Paper)	replace	18,000 km(11,000 mi)	—	Viscous paper element — do not clean with compressed air, replace only
Crankcase Breather Tube	clean	6,000 km(4,000 mi)	12 mo	Service more frequently when riding in rain or under full throttle
Drive V-Belt	inspect	8,000 km(5,000 mi)	—	Check width, cracking, and roller weights
Drive V-Belt	replace	24,000 km(15,000 mi)	—	Mandatory factory replacement interval
Final Drive Oil	replace	12,000 km(8,000 mi)	24 mo	120 ml 10W-30 JASO MB
Brake Fluid (DOT 4)	replace	—	24 mo	Replace every 2 years regardless of mileage
Brake Pads & Shoes	inspect	6,000 km(4,000 mi)	12 mo	Factory manual requirement
Valve Clearance	inspect	12,000 km(8,000 mi)	—	Inspect & adjust while cold: In 0.10 mm / Ex 0.24 mm
Radiator Coolant	replace	36,000 km(22,500 mi)	36 mo	Factory manual requirement

Technical Specifications & Torque Values

Factory torque limits, fluid viscosities and adjustment clearances

Fluids & LubricantsViscosity & Capacities

Engine Oil Viscosity10W-30 JASO MB

Engine Oil Capacity (Drain)0.8 L

Engine Oil Capacity (Overhaul)0.9 L

Final Drive Transmission Oil120 ml (10W-30 JASO MB)

Coolant Capacity0.48 L (engine) + 0.22 L (reserve tank)

Brake FluidDOT 4

Fastener TorquesN·m (ft-lb)

Engine Oil Drain Bolt Torque24 N·m(18 lbf·ft)

Spark Plug Torque16 N·m(12 lbf·ft)

Final Drive Drain Bolt Torque13 N·m(9.6 lbf·ft)

Front Axle Nut Torque59 N·m(44 lbf·ft)

Rear Axle Nut Torque118 N·m(87 lbf·ft)

Engine & IgnitionClearances & Gaps

Spark PlugNGK LMAR8L-9

Spark Plug Gap0.80–0.90 mm

Valve Clearance (Intake)0.10 ± 0.02 mm

Valve Clearance (Exhaust)0.24 ± 0.02 mm

Idle Speed1,500 ± 100 rpm

Chassis & TiresPressures & Sizing

Front Tire Pressure200 kPa (2.00 bar)

Rear Tire Pressure225 kPa solo / 250 kPa pillion

Front Tire Size110/70-14 M/C 50P

Rear Tire Size130/70-13 M/C 63P

Source & Provenance: Honda Motor Co. PCX160 Official Owner & Workshop Manual

Status: high confidence (checked 2026-10)

Titlemark maintains strict citations for all technical figures. Where factory service manuals are pending audit, conservative baseline service intervals are displayed and bolt torques are explicitly marked as "Not specified in source" to prevent overtightening.

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