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Yamaha XV1900 Raider (2008-2017) — Maintenance Specs

The XV1900 Raider was Star Motorcycles' 1,854 cc air-cooled V-twin chopper-cruiser, built 2008-2017 with distinctive 21-inch front wheel, 240-class rear tire (210/40R18) and a belt final drive. Its big-displacement engine holds 4.9 L of oil with the filter - one of the largest capacities in the cruiser class - and runs hot-running NGK DPR8EA-9 plugs torqued to a hefty 18 N·m. There is no shaft gear oil to service; instead the belt's deflection and tension are the recurring check. The 2012 US owner's manual (official Yamaha library) documents the model through its run; the numbers were static across 2008-2017 apart from colors and the S/SCL variants' accessories.

Quick specs

Oil capacity (with filter) 4.9 Lwith oil filter cartridge replacement 2012 Yamaha XV1900 Raider Owner's Manual (Yamaha Motor official library)
Oil capacity (without filter) 4.1 Lwithout oil filter cartridge replacement 2012 Yamaha XV1900 Raider Owner's Manual (Yamaha Motor official library)
Oil type Yamalube (recommended brand), API SG or higher, JASO MA 2012 Yamaha XV1900 Raider Owner's Manual (Yamaha Motor official library)
Oil viscosity SAE 10W-40, 10W-50, 15W-40, 20W-40 or 20W-50 (Yamalube, API SG or higher, JASO MA) 2012 Yamaha XV1900 Raider Owner's Manual (Yamaha Motor official library)
Front tire pressure (solo) 36 psi250 kPa, 0-90 kg load 2012 Yamaha XV1900 Raider Owner's Manual (Yamaha Motor official library)
Rear tire pressure (solo) 41 psi280 kPa, 0-90 kg load 2012 Yamaha XV1900 Raider Owner's Manual (Yamaha Motor official library)
Spark plug NGK DPR8EA-9specified spark plug 2012 Yamaha XV1900 Raider Owner's Manual (Yamaha Motor official library)
Spark plug gap 0.8-0.9 mm 2012 Yamaha XV1900 Raider Owner's Manual (Yamaha Motor official library)

Maintenance schedule

Specification Value Source
Engine oil & filter initial 600 mi (1,000 km), then every 4,000 mi (7,000 km) or 6 monthsPeriodic maintenance chart 2012 Yamaha XV1900 Raider Owner's Manual (Yamaha Motor official library)
Brake fluid change every 2 years 2012 Yamaha XV1900 Raider Owner's Manual (Yamaha Motor official library)

Fluids & capacities

Specification Value Source
Oil capacity (with filter) 4.9 Lwith oil filter cartridge replacement 2012 Yamaha XV1900 Raider Owner's Manual (Yamaha Motor official library)
Oil capacity (without filter) 4.1 Lwithout oil filter cartridge replacement 2012 Yamaha XV1900 Raider Owner's Manual (Yamaha Motor official library)
Oil type Yamalube (recommended brand), API SG or higher, JASO MA 2012 Yamaha XV1900 Raider Owner's Manual (Yamaha Motor official library)
Oil viscosity SAE 10W-40, 10W-50, 15W-40, 20W-40 or 20W-50 (Yamalube, API SG or higher, JASO MA) 2012 Yamaha XV1900 Raider Owner's Manual (Yamaha Motor official library)
Final drive oil belt drive - no final drive oil; belt deflection spec applies 2012 Yamaha XV1900 Raider Owner's Manual (Yamaha Motor official library)
Brake fluid type (DOT) DOT 4 2012 Yamaha XV1900 Raider Owner's Manual (Yamaha Motor official library)
Fuel capacity 15.9 L4.2 US gal 2012 Yamaha XV1900 Raider Owner's Manual (Yamaha Motor official library)

Torque specs

Specification Value Source
Spark plug 18 Nu00b7m 2012 Yamaha XV1900 Raider Owner's Manual (Yamaha Motor official library)

Electrical

Specification Value Source
Battery GT14B, 12V 12.0 Ah 2012 Yamaha XV1900 Raider Owner's Manual (Yamaha Motor official library)
Headlight bulb 12V 60/55 W x 1 2012 Yamaha XV1900 Raider Owner's Manual (Yamaha Motor official library)
Spark plug NGK DPR8EA-9specified spark plug 2012 Yamaha XV1900 Raider Owner's Manual (Yamaha Motor official library)
Spark plug gap 0.8-0.9 mm 2012 Yamaha XV1900 Raider Owner's Manual (Yamaha Motor official library)

Tires & wheels

Specification Value Source
Front tire size 120/70-21M/C 62H 2012 Yamaha XV1900 Raider Owner's Manual (Yamaha Motor official library)
Rear tire size 210/40R18M/C 73H 2012 Yamaha XV1900 Raider Owner's Manual (Yamaha Motor official library)
Front tire pressure (solo) 36 psi250 kPa, 0-90 kg load 2012 Yamaha XV1900 Raider Owner's Manual (Yamaha Motor official library)
Rear tire pressure (solo) 41 psi280 kPa, 0-90 kg load 2012 Yamaha XV1900 Raider Owner's Manual (Yamaha Motor official library)

Official manual

Owner's manual on Yamaha official site

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Frequently asked questions

How much oil does a Yamaha Raider take?
4.10 L without the filter, 4.90 L (5.18 US qt) with the oil filter cartridge - per the official manual.
What is the XV1900 Raider tire pressure?
36 psi front (250 kPa) and 41 psi rear (280 kPa) with up to a 90 kg load.
What spark plug does a Raider use?
NGK DPR8EA-9 gapped at 0.8-0.9 mm, torqued to 18 Nu00b7m.
What battery does an XV1900 Raider use?
A GT14B 12V 12 Ah sealed battery.

Sources

Value Source Checked
Oil capacity (with filter): 4.9 L 2012 Yamaha XV1900 Raider Owner's Manual (Yamaha Motor official library) (p. Specifications 9-1; Periodic maintenance 7-x) 2026-11-03
Oil capacity (without filter): 4.1 L 2012 Yamaha XV1900 Raider Owner's Manual (Yamaha Motor official library) (p. Specifications 9-1; Periodic maintenance 7-x) 2026-11-03
Oil type: Yamalube (recommended brand), API SG or higher, JASO MA 2012 Yamaha XV1900 Raider Owner's Manual (Yamaha Motor official library) (p. Specifications 9-1 (recommended engine oil)) 2026-11-03
Oil viscosity: SAE 10W-40, 10W-50, 15W-40, 20W-40 or 20W-50 (Yamalube, API SG or higher, JASO MA) 2012 Yamaha XV1900 Raider Owner's Manual (Yamaha Motor official library) (p. Specifications 9-1; Periodic maintenance 7-x) 2026-11-03
Final drive oil: belt drive - no final drive oil; belt deflection spec applies 2012 Yamaha XV1900 Raider Owner's Manual (Yamaha Motor official library) (p. Specifications 9-1; Periodic maintenance 7-x) 2026-11-03
Brake fluid type (DOT): DOT 4 2012 Yamaha XV1900 Raider Owner's Manual (Yamaha Motor official library) (p. Specifications 9-1; Periodic maintenance 7-x) 2026-11-03
Fuel capacity: 15.9 L 2012 Yamaha XV1900 Raider Owner's Manual (Yamaha Motor official library) (p. Specifications 9-1; Periodic maintenance 7-x) 2026-11-03
Engine oil & filter: initial 600 mi (1,000 km), then every 4,000 mi (7,000 km) or 6 months 2012 Yamaha XV1900 Raider Owner's Manual (Yamaha Motor official library) (p. Specifications 9-1; Periodic maintenance 7-x) 2026-11-03
Brake fluid change: every 2 years 2012 Yamaha XV1900 Raider Owner's Manual (Yamaha Motor official library) (p. Specifications 9-1; Periodic maintenance 7-x) 2026-11-03
Spark plug: 18 Nu00b7m 2012 Yamaha XV1900 Raider Owner's Manual (Yamaha Motor official library) (p. Specifications 9-1; Periodic maintenance 7-x) 2026-11-03
Battery: GT14B, 12V 12.0 Ah 2012 Yamaha XV1900 Raider Owner's Manual (Yamaha Motor official library) (p. Specifications 9-1; Periodic maintenance 7-x) 2026-11-03
Headlight bulb: 12V 60/55 W x 1 2012 Yamaha XV1900 Raider Owner's Manual (Yamaha Motor official library) (p. Specifications 9-1; Periodic maintenance 7-x) 2026-11-03
Spark plug: NGK DPR8EA-9 2012 Yamaha XV1900 Raider Owner's Manual (Yamaha Motor official library) (p. Specifications 9-1; Periodic maintenance 7-x) 2026-11-03
Spark plug gap: 0.8-0.9 mm 2012 Yamaha XV1900 Raider Owner's Manual (Yamaha Motor official library) (p. Specifications 9-1; Periodic maintenance 7-x) 2026-11-03
Front tire size: 120/70-21M/C 62H 2012 Yamaha XV1900 Raider Owner's Manual (Yamaha Motor official library) (p. Specifications 9-1; Periodic maintenance 7-x) 2026-11-03
Rear tire size: 210/40R18M/C 73H 2012 Yamaha XV1900 Raider Owner's Manual (Yamaha Motor official library) (p. Specifications 9-1; Periodic maintenance 7-x) 2026-11-03
Front tire pressure (solo): 36 psi 2012 Yamaha XV1900 Raider Owner's Manual (Yamaha Motor official library) (p. Specifications 9-1; Periodic maintenance 7-x) 2026-11-03
Rear tire pressure (solo): 41 psi 2012 Yamaha XV1900 Raider Owner's Manual (Yamaha Motor official library) (p. Specifications 9-1; Periodic maintenance 7-x) 2026-11-03
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