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Dedicated Subsystem WorkbenchPlatform Gen: 2018–2026

2022 Ducati Panigale V4 / V4 S / V4 R / V4 SP Fastener Torque Specs & Tightening Matrix

Factory torque specs for 2022 Ducati Panigale V4 / V4 S / V4 R / V4 SP: oil drain plug, axle nuts, caliper mount bolts, spark plugs, triple clamp pinch bolts with thread lubrication derating guide.

Technical PassportOEM VERIFIED
Engine
1103cc
Cooling
Liquid-Cooled
Final Drive
525 (520 on V4 R / SP) Chain
Engine Oil
3.80 L (4.02 US qt)
Spark Plug
NGK RMAR9A-10
Front Tire
120/70 ZR17 (Pirelli Diablo Supercorsa SP V3 / V4)
Gen 2018–2026

Factory Platform Compatibility: All workshop fluid capacities, maintenance milestones, torque specifications, and consumables on this specification sheet are factory-identical across model years 2018 through 2026.

Select Model Year:(Active: 2022)
9 Production Years (2018–2026)

Critical Fastener Torque Tolerances

FSM Certified Specs
Factory workshop tightening torque ratings for axles, calipers, engine plugs, and triple clamps.
Lube:
Fastener / ComponentTorque (N·m)Service Note & Thread GuidanceSystem
Rear Wheel Collar Nut (M48×1.5)
M48x1.5• 55mm 12-point socket• Shell Retinax HD2 / Gadus grease on thread & washer
230 N·m
(170 ft-lb)
Install conical washer, torque to 230 Nm ± 5%, align castle slot, install safety hairpin clip 75990081A
WARNING: CRITICAL RECALL 25V-570: Countermeasure shaft 81920951AA required. Inspect shaft fillet for cracking.
Chassis
Eccentric Hub Pinch Clamp Screws (2x M12)
M12x1.25• 10mm hex• None (dry threads)
35 N·m
(25.8 ft-lb)
Mandatory 1-2-1 sequence: Bolt 1 to 35 Nm, Bolt 2 to 35 Nm, re-check Bolt 1 to 35 Nm
WARNING: Never torque one bolt completely first; causes bearing distortion.
Chassis
Rear Sprocket Carrier Cush Drive Nuts (6x M10×1.25)
M10x1.25• 14mm socket / 6mm hex• Loctite 243 on stud threads
48 N·m
(35.4 ft-lb)
Star pattern cross tightening
WARNING: Self-locking nuts; replace whenever removed.
Drivetrain
Hydraulic Timing Chain Tensioners (Front & Rear Banks)
M20x1.5• 27mm 12-point box socket• None (interference crush washer A)
50 N·m
(36.9 ft-lb)
Torque front bank and rear bank tensioners to 50 Nm ± 5%
WARNING: RECALL 18V-854: Revised from initial 30 Nm spec to prevent oil seepage. Washer A must be present.
Engine
Oil Cooler Delivery & Return Hose Union Nuts (2x)
Special union• 24mm fork / crowfoot• Engine oil on 4x Viton O-rings 88641321A
15 N·m
(11.1 ft-lb)
Apply crowfoot torque offset formula to torque wrench setting
WARNING: RECALL 18V-834: Requires countermeasure cooler 54811364A with welded gusset plates.
Cooling
Oil Cooler Radiator Duct Retaining Nuts (2x M6)
M6• 10mm socket• Klüberplus S 06/100 rubber lube on dampers
5 N·m
(3.7 ft-lb)
Tighten over collar spacers 71314901A
WARNING: Do not over-torque; rubber dampers will deform.
Cooling
Fuel Tank Filler Cap Ring Screws (4x M5x16)
M5x16• 4mm Allen / Hex• None
4 N·m
(3 ft-lb)
Criss-cross pattern; align breather orifice with tank hole
WARNING: Cover tank opening with service plug during removal.
Fuel System
Fuel Tank Internal Valve Block Screws (2x Torx T10)
Special thread-forming• Torx T10• None
0.9 N·m
(0.66 ft-lb)
RECALL 19V-382: Remove check ball 7; seat valve block fully home
WARNING: Precision torque; overtightening will strip plastic valve body.
Fuel System
Engine Oil Sump Drain Plug (M12×1.5)
M12x1.5• 5mm Hex• New copper washer (85250051A)
20 N·m
(14.8 ft-lb)
Clean magnetic tip thoroughly before reinstallation
WARNING: Never exceed 20 Nm into aluminum oil pan.
Engine
Engine Oil Filter Cartridge (Spin-on)
M20x1.5• Ducati oil filter wrench 887132906• Clean engine oil on rubber O-ring
11 N·m
(8.1 ft-lb)
Pre-fill filter with 100ml oil before installing
WARNING: Hand-tighten plus 3/4 turn or 11 Nm.
Engine
Front Brake Caliper Radial Mounting Bolts (4x M10×1.25)
M10x1.25x60• Torx T50 / 8mm hex• None / Dry threads per factory racing spec
45 N·m
(33.2 ft-lb)
Alternate tightening upper/lower bolt until 45 Nm reached on Brembo Stylema calipers
WARNING: Life-critical fastener. Verify caliper alignment with rotor centered.
Brakes
Front Axle Shaft Clamp Pinch Bolts (4x M8)
M8x1.25• 6mm Hex• Grease B on threads
19 N·m
(14 ft-lb)
Tighten 1-2-1 sequence after cycling front fork 3-4 times
WARNING: Failure to cycle forks causes stanchion binding and seal failure.
Chassis
Front Axle Nut (M25×1.25)
M25x1.25• 30mm socket• Shell Retinax grease under nut flange
63 N·m
(46.5 ft-lb)
Torque before tightening fork leg pinch bolts
WARNING: Ensure wheel spacers are seated correctly.
Chassis
Spark Plugs (4x NGK RMAR9A-10)
M10x1.0• 14mm thin-wall plug socket• None (dry threads)
12 N·m
(8.9 ft-lb)
Thread by hand completely before applying torque wrench
WARNING: Aluminum cylinder head; overtightening will strip thread.
Electrical
Technical Standard:Always calibrate torque wrenches prior to critical chassis fastening. Values reflect clean, dry threads unless threadlocker or anti-seize is specifically noted.

Official NHTSA Safety Recalls & Technical Bulletins

8 Active Campaigns
U.S. Department of Transportation compliance database (Title 49 U.S.C. Chapter 301).
Verify VIN on NHTSA.gov
The U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reports 8 safety recall campaigns associated with this platform. Independent repair shops and riders should confirm that authorized dealership warranty remedies have been applied.
NHTSA #26V050000STRUCTURE / POWERTRAIN
Received: 01/01/2021▼
NHTSA #25V570000POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT
Received: 01/01/2021▼
NHTSA #19V382000FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:FILLER PIPE AND CAP
Received: 01/01/2021▼
NHTSA #18V854000ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Received: 01/01/2021▼
NHTSA #18V834000ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Received: 01/01/2021▼
NHTSA #18V480000SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:PADS
Received: 01/01/2021▼
NHTSA #18V239000FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
Received: 01/01/2021▼
NHTSA #18V238000FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:FILLER PIPE AND CAP
Received: 01/01/2021▼
OEM Workshop Archives

Official Factory Service Bulletins & Field Updates

5 Documented Bulletins
Bulletin #SRV-RCL-25-002Safety Recall 25V-570: Panigale V4 & Streetfighter V4 Single-Sided Swingarm Rear Wheel Axle Shaft Replacement
Source: RCLRPT-25V570-3457.pdf
Mandated Torques:Rear Wheel Collar Nut (M48x1.5): 230 N·m ± 5% (55mm 12-point socket, Shell Retinax HD2 grease)Eccentric Hub Pinch Clamp Screws (2x M12): 35 N·m ± 5% (1-2-1 alternating sequence)Rear Sprocket Cush Drive Nuts (6x M10x1.25): 48 N·m ± 5% (Loctite 243)Rear Brake Rotor Screws (4x M8x20): 25 N·m ± 5% (Loctite 270)
Consumable Specs:Shell Retinax HD2 or Gadus high-load axle greaseLoctite 243 medium-strength threadlockerLoctite 270 high-strength threadlocker
Genuine Part Numbers:81920831AA (Recalled Rear Wheel Shaft)81920611A (Recalled Rear Axle Assembly)81920951AA (Countermeasure Rear Wheel Shaft)75010071E (M48x1.5 Wheel Collar Nut)85210571A (Conical Belleville Spring Washer)75990081A (Safety Circlip Hairpin Pin)
NHTSA Recall 25V-570Ducati Campaign SRV-RCL-25-002

Ducati Panigale V4 / Streetfighter V4 Single-Sided Swingarm Rear Wheel Axle Shaft

Structural integrity recall: Replacement of rear wheel shaft (81920831AA / 81920611A), notch effect mitigation, M48 collar nut 230 N·m & eccentric clamp 35 N·m.

Critical Safety CampaignM48 Nut 230 N·m / Eccentric 35 N·m
Genuine Part Numbers:81920831AA81920611A81920951AA75010071E
ALUMINUM SINGLE-SIDED SWINGARMECCENTRIC HUB CARRIER (CHAIN TENSION CAM)2x M12 PINCH BOLTS (35 N·m)CRITICAL STRESS NOTCH ZONE (81920831AA)6x CUSH NUTS (48 N·m)DRIVE FLANGEM48 NUT (230 N·m)+ SAFETY CLIPCLICK ANY SUBSYSTEM IN THE DIAGRAM FOR DETAILED ENGINEERING SPECIFICATIONS & RECALL PROTOCOL
NHTSA Safety Campaign 25V-570 / Ducati SRV-RCL-25-002Desmosedici Stradale / Single-Sided Swingarm Platform
Bulletin #SRV-RCL-18-006Safety Recall 18V-834 / CR167: Panigale V4 Oil Cooler Output Port Welded Reinforcement & Hose Fittings
Source: RCRIT-18V834-1259.pdf
Mandated Torques:Oil Cooler Delivery & Return Hose Nuts: 15 N·m ± 10% (24mm open crowfoot socket adapter)Oil Cooler Radiator Duct Stud Nuts (2x M6): 5 N·m ± 10%Lower Half-Fairing Screws (M5x14): 4 N·m ± 10%
Consumable Specs:Shell Advance 4T Ultra 15W-50 (0.42 L top-up quantity)Klüberplus S 06/100 rubber vibration isolator assembly lubricantClean engine oil for Viton O-rings
Genuine Part Numbers:54811364A (Countermeasure Oil Cooler with Welded Gusset Plates)88641321A (Viton Fluoroelastomer O-Ring Seals, 4x)71314901A (Vibration Damper Spacers with Collar, 2x)
NHTSA Recall 18V-834Ducati Campaign SRV-RCL-18-006 / CR167

Ducati Panigale V4 Oil Cooler Output Port Reinforcement & Hose Fittings

Countermeasure cooler (54811364A) with dual welded port reinforcement plates, 24mm union nuts 15 N·m, duct mounts 5 N·m & 0.42L top-up.

Thermal Reliability UpdateHose Unions 15 N·m / Mounts 5 N·m
Recall Countermeasure Kit:54811364A88641321A71314901A
RADIATOR AIR DUCT HOUSING (PANIGALE V4 CHASSIS)ALUMINUM OIL COOLER CORE (54811364A)LH DELIVERY (15 N·m)REINFORCEMENT PLATE 1RH RETURN (15 N·m)REINFORCEMENT PLATE 22x DUCT VIBRATION ISOLATORS & M6 NUTS (5 N·m)EXHAUST MOTOR PIN
NHTSA Safety Campaign 18V-834 / Ducati SRV-RCL-18-006 / CR167Panigale V4 / V4 S / V4 Speciale (2018–2019)
Bulletin #SRV-RCL-18-008Safety Recall 18V-854 / CR169: Desmosedici Stradale Hydraulic Timing Chain Tensioner Torque Revision
Source: RCRIT-18V854-6810.pdf
Mandated Torques:Front Bank Hydraulic Chain Tensioner: 50 N·m ± 5% (27mm 12-point box socket, revised from 30 Nm)Rear Bank Hydraulic Chain Tensioner: 50 N·m ± 5% (27mm 12-point box socket, revised from 30 Nm)Left Fairing Puller Screws (M5x12): 5 N·m ± 10%
Consumable Specs:None (dry threads; interference crush washer A seated on tensioner body)
Genuine Part Numbers:42610491A (Hydraulic Chain Tensioner Assembly with Washer A)Washer A (Interference-fit seal ring; replace complete tensioner if missing)
NHTSA Recall 18V-854Ducati Campaign SRV-RCL-18-008 / CR169

Ducati Desmosedici Stradale Hydraulic Timing Chain Tensioner Sealing

Front and rear bank hydraulic chain tensioner torque revision: 50 N·m (increased from 30 N·m), 27mm 12-point socket & washer inspection.

Torque Revision Campaign50 N·m (27mm Box Socket)
DESMOSEDICI STRADALE CRANKCASEFRONT BANK (CYL 1 & 2)TENSIONER 1 (50 N·m)REAR BANK (CYL 3 & 4)TENSIONER 2 (50 N·m)CLICK EITHER CYLINDER BANK TENSIONER TO VIEW DETAILED INSPECTION DATA
NHTSA Safety Campaign 18V-854 / Ducati SRV-RCL-18-008 / CR169Desmosedici Stradale V4 1103cc / 998cc Platform
Bulletin #SRV-RCL-19-001Safety Recall 19V-382 & 18V-238 / CR177: Panigale V4 Fuel Tank Filler Cap Venting System & Check Ball Deletion
Source: RCSB-19V382-9239.pdf
Mandated Torques:Valve Block Fastening Screws (2x Torx T10): 0.9 N·mFiller Plug Outer Ring Screws (4x M5x16): 4 N·m ± 10%Fuel Tank Front Pivot Screw (M6x20): 10 N·m ± 10%
Consumable Specs:None
Genuine Part Numbers:43314761A (Fuel Tank Warning Decal: Fuel spray may cause injury, Open slowly)43314751A (Owner's Manual Rider Handbook Addendum Page)Check Ball 7 (Permanently extracted and deleted from valve chamber)
NHTSA Recall 19V-382 & 18V-238Ducati Campaign SRV-RCL-19-001 / CR177

Ducati Panigale V4 Fuel Tank Filler Cap Venting & Pressure Relief System

Fuel pressurization countermeasure: Valve block check ball removal, Torx T10 0.9 N·m, M5 ring screws 4 N·m & decal 43314761A.

Fuel Safety RecallCap Screws 4 N·m / Valve 0.9 N·m
Campaign Components:43314761A43314751ACheck Ball RemovalDDS 2.0 Global Scan
ALUMINUM UNDER-SEAT FUEL TANK (PANIGALE V4)4x M5x16 SCREWS (4 N·m)T10VALVE BLOCK 6WARNING DECALPART 43314761ABALL 7 REMOVAL (CR177)CLICK ANY COMPONENT TO VIEW DISASSEMBLY & REPAIR PROTOCOL
NHTSA Safety Campaign 19V-382 / 18V-238 / Ducati SRV-RCL-19-001Panigale V4 (all variants 2018–2019)
Bulletin #SRV-RCL-26-001Safety Recall 26V-050: Panigale V4 & Streetfighter V4 Rear Brake Line Heat Shield Protection
Source: RCLRPT-26V050.pdf
Mandated Torques:Rear Brake Line Banjo Screws: 25 N·m ± 5%Heat Shield Retaining Bracket Screws: 5 N·m ± 10%
Consumable Specs:DOT 4 Brake FluidThermal Shield Reflective Sleeve
Genuine Part Numbers:High-temperature thermal reflective sleeve assemblyCopper crush sealing washers

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