Dedicated Subsystem WorkbenchPlatform Gen: 2010–2026

2018 Honda PCX 125 / PCX 150 / PCX 160 Fastener Torque Specs & Tightening Matrix

Factory torque specs for 2018 Honda PCX 125 / PCX 150 / PCX 160: oil drain plug, axle nuts, caliper mount bolts, spark plugs, triple clamp pinch bolts with thread lubrication derating guide.

Technical PassportOEM VERIFIED

Engine

157cc

Cooling

Liquid-Cooled with Compact Side-Mounted Radiator & Built-in Engine Fan

Final Drive

Belt Drive

Engine Oil

0.90 L (0.95 US qt) [0.80 L at drain / oil strainer screen clean]

Spark Plug

NGK LMAR8L-9

Front Tire

110/70-14 M/C 50P (PCX160) / 100/80-14 (PCX150)

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Gen 2010–2026

Factory Platform Compatibility: All workshop fluid capacities, maintenance milestones, torque specifications, and consumables on this specification sheet are factory-identical across model years 2010 through 2026.

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17 Production Years (2010–2026)

2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026

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Task-critical chemicals, precision tools, and replacement consumables dynamically matched to the 2018 Honda PCX 125 / PCX 150 / PCX 160 factory engineering specifications.

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CRITICAL THREADLOCKER

PERMATEXIn Stock

PERMATEX Gel Threadlocker - Blue

Prevents critical engine, brake caliper, and sprocket fasteners from backing out under severe harmonic vibration.

$14.99USD

ANTI-SEIZE LUBRICANT

MOTOREXIn Stock

MOTOREX COPPER ANTI-SEIZE SPRAY

Prevents galling, galvanic corrosion, and thread seizure on spark plug threads, exhaust studs, and axle pinch bolts.

$18.50USD

JIMS USA Specialty Precision Sockets, Alignment Pins & Adapters

PRECISION DRIVE TOOL

JIMSIn Stock

JIMS USA Specialty Precision Sockets, Alignment Pins & Adapters

Precision chrome vanadium metric drive tool to torque fasteners to factory spec without rounding fastener heads.

$27.90USD

CALIPER REBUILD ESSENTIAL

EBC BRAKESIn Stock

EBC Standard Brake Pads

Direct replacement high-friction pads required when servicing and re-torquing front or rear brake caliper assemblies.

$24.72USD

DRAG SPECIALTIES BRAKE PARTS CLEANER DRAG

ROTOR & THREAD CLEANER

DRAG SPECIALTIESIn Stock

DRAG SPECIALTIES BRAKE PARTS CLEANER DRAG

Zero-residue fast-evaporating solvent to strip old thread compound, grease, and brake dust from fastener threads.

$8.95USD

FINAL DRIVE LUBRICANT

MOTULIn Stock

MOTUL CHAIN LUBE ROAD 400ML

High-tack synthetic lubricant required when torquing rear axle nuts and setting final drive chain tension.

$15.00USD

Critical Fastener Torque Tolerances

FSM Certified Specs

Factory workshop tightening torque ratings for axles, calipers, engine plugs, and triple clamps.

Lube:

Fastener / Component	Torque (N·m)	Service Note & Thread Guidance	System
No fasteners matching '' found in this category.

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

1 Active Campaign

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 1 safety recall campaign associated with this platform. Independent repair shops and riders should confirm that authorized dealership warranty remedies have been applied.

NHTSA #EQUIPMENT:OTHER:ACCESSORIES

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Defect Description

American Honda Motor Co. recalled certain Honda Genuine Accessory 35L Top Box mounting kits for PCX150 scooters. Repeated road vibrations may cause the rear carrier mounting bolts to loosen.

Safety Hazard / Consequence

The rear carrier and luggage box could become loose or detach from the vehicle while in motion, creating a road hazard.

Factory Remedy & Repair Action

Honda dealers inspect and replace the mounting hardware with newly designed lock-washers and threadlocker, free of charge.

Manufacturer Notes: NHTSA Campaign 16E-023.

OEM Workshop Archives

Official Factory Service Bulletins & Field Updates

1 Documented Bulletin

Bulletin #FSB-HON-PCX-01Technical Service Bulletin FSB-HON-PCX-01: eSP / eSP+ Cooling System Refill & Bleed, Engine Oil Strainer Screen Cleaning & CVT Pulley Torque Procedure

Source: Honda_PCX150_PCX160_eSP_Cooling_Maintenance.pdf

Mandated Torques:Torque: 20 N·m (15 lb-ft) (Engine Oil Strainer Screen Cap - 17mm Hex)Torque: 59 N·m (44 lb-ft) (Primary Movable Drive Face Pulley Nut)Torque: 49 N·m (36 lb-ft) (Driven Clutch Pulley Outer Nut)Torque: 10 N·m (88 in-lb) (Coolant Bleed Screw on Thermostat Flange)

Consumable Specs:Pro Honda HP Coolant 50/50 Pre-MixPro Honda GN4 10W-30 Motorcycle OilOil Strainer Cap O-Ring (30.8 x 3 mm, P/N 91302-001-020)

Genuine Part Numbers:12361-035-00015421-107-00091302-001-02023100-K0S-V01

Honda eSP+ ArchitecturePCX 125 / 150 / 160