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How to Ride the Motorcycle

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HOW TO RIDE THE MOTORCYCLE

Table of Contents

To Stop The Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

To Start The Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Moving Off/Shifting Gears . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Braking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

Parking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

Considerations For High-Speed Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Luggage. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

Brakes  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  47
Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  47
Fuel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  47

Engine Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  47
Electrical Equipment  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Miscellaneous  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  47

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Summary of Contents for 900 Cruisers

Page 1: ...n is presented in the following form Note This note symbol indicates points of particular interest for more efficient and convenient operation Warning This warning symbol identifies special instructio...

Page 2: ...zed Triumph dealer Only an authorized Triumph dealer will have the necessary knowledge equipment and skills to maintain your Triumph motorcycle correctly To locate your nearest Triumph dealer visit th...

Page 3: ...e from your local dealer in Dutch French German Italian Japanese Spanish Swedish Talk to Triumph Our relationship with you does not end with the purchase of your Triumph Your feedback on the buying an...

Page 4: ...Motorcycles America Limited Publication part number 3856506 issue 4 Table of Contents This handbook contains a number of different sections The table of contents below will help you find the beginning...

Page 5: ...Warning This motorcycle is not designed to tow a trailer or be fitted with a sidecar Fitting a sidecar and or a trailer may result in loss of control and an accident Warning This motorcycle is designe...

Page 6: ...allowed to get into the eyes seek immediate medical attention Spillage on the skin should be immediately washed off with soap and water and clothing contaminated with gasoline should immediately be re...

Page 7: ...in this foreword Remember in an accident a motorcycle does not give the same impact protection as a car Warning This Triumph motorcycle should be operated within the legal speed limits for the particu...

Page 8: ...rcycle Safety Foundation All rights reserved Used with permission Helmet and Clothing Warning Ensure that you know and respect the rules of the road Read and observe publications such as MOTORCYCLE SA...

Page 9: ...ad vehicles An open face helmet offers some protection in an accident though a full face helmet will offer more Always wear a visor or approved goggles to help vision and to protect your eyes Warning...

Page 10: ...Do not park on soft ground or on a steeply inclined surface Parking under these conditions may cause the motorcycle to fall over For further details please refer to the How to Ride the Motorcycle sect...

Page 11: ...ngle may cause instability loss of control and an accident causing injury or death Warning Ensure all equipment that is required by law is installed and functioning correctly The removal or alteration...

Page 12: ...and the following pages draw your attention to important safety information in this handbook Before riding ensure that all riders have understood and complied with all the information to which these...

Page 13: ...Warning Label Locations America and Speedmaster 13 Warning Label Locations America and Speedmaster continued cghx Unleaded Fuel page 30 Helmet page 9 Gear Position page 42 P 4 3 1 5 N 2...

Page 14: ...ignal 2 Headlight 3 Brake Tail light 4 Oil cooler 5 Rear turn signal 6 Side stand 7 Gearshift pedal 8 Front brake disc 9 Front brake caliper 10 Fuel tank 11 Fuel filler cap 12 Battery 13 Rear brake ca...

Page 15: ...Identification America and Speedmaster continued 17 Steering lock 18 Drive chain 19 Rear brake fluid reservoir 20 Rear brake pedal 21 Oil filler plug 22 Oil level sight glass 23 Front fork 24 Rear sus...

Page 16: ...Clutch lever 2 Headlight dimmer switch 3 Turn signal switch 4 Horn button 5 Fuel filler 6 Speedometer 7 Warning lights 8 Front brake fluid reservoir 9 Front brake lever 10 Engine stop switch 11 Starte...

Page 17: ...ering head In addition it is displayed on a label which is also adjacent to the steering head Engine Serial Number 1 Engine serial number The engine serial number is stamped on the crankcase immediate...

Page 18: ...18 Serial Numbers This page intentionally left blank...

Page 19: ...Turn Signals 24 High Beam 24 Neutral 24 Engine Management System Malfunction Indicator Light 24 Low Fuel 24 Low Oil Pressure 24 Ignition Key 25 Ignition Switch 26 Switch Location 26 Switch Operation...

Page 20: ...anol 31 MTBE Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether 31 Methanol 31 Refuelling 32 Fuel Tank Cap 32 Filling the Fuel Tank 33 Side Cover Right Hand Side Cover 34 Seat 34 Seat Care 34 Seat 34 Stand 35 Side Stand 35...

Page 21: ...Engine management malfunction indicator light MIL 5 Tachometer location Speedmaster only 6 High beam indicator light 7 Turn signal indicator light 8 Neutral indicator light 9 Low oil pressure warning...

Page 22: ...the odometer and trip meter display modes press and release the reset button until the desired display is visible The display will scroll through in the order Odometer Trip meter 1 Trip meter 2 Clock...

Page 23: ...gle digit increments When the correct hour display is shown do not touch the reset button for 6 seconds The minutes display will begin to flash automatically The minutes display is adjusted in the sam...

Page 24: ...mp home mode so that the journey may be completed if the fault is not so severe that the engine will not run Note If the malfunction indicator light flashes when the ignition is switched on contact an...

Page 25: ...the key number and store the spare key key blade and key number tag in a safe place away from the motorcycle Your authorized Triumph dealer can supply a replacement key cut from details of the key num...

Page 26: ...n temporarily leaving the motorcycle in a situation where the position lights must remain on To turn the key back to OFF turn the key counter clockwise Ignition Switch Positions Note Do not leave the...

Page 27: ...key can be removed in either the engaged or disengaged positions To engage the lock insert the key and push the complete lock inwards while turning counter clockwise At the same time turn the handleb...

Page 28: ...not turn off all the electrical circuits Ordinarily the ignition switch should be used to stop the engine Starter Button The starter button operates the electric starter For the starter to operate th...

Page 29: ...on in the center of the switch Horn Button When the horn button is pushed with the ignition switch turned to the ON position the horn will sound Brake and Clutch Lever Adjusters 1 Lever adjuster wheel...

Page 30: ...nd an accident After adjusting the levers operate the motorcycle in an area free from traffic to gain familiarity with the new lever settings Do not loan your motorcycle to anyone as they may change t...

Page 31: ...oxygenated fuels Ethanol Ethanol fuel is a mixture of 10 Ethanol and 90 gasoline and is often described under the names gasohol Ethanol enhanced or contains Ethanol This fuel may be used in your Trium...

Page 32: ...highly flammable and can be explosive under certain conditions When refuelling turn the ignition switch to the OFF position Do not smoke Do not use a mobile telephone Make sure the refuelling area is...

Page 33: ...Caution Contaminated fuel may cause damage to fuel system components Warning Overfilling the tank can lead to fuel spillage If gasoline fuel is spilled thoroughly wipe off the spilled fuel immediatel...

Page 34: ...taken not to drop or lean the seat against any surface which may damage the seat or seat cover Seat 1 Seat 2 Fastener 3 Lock release Caution To prevent damage to the seat or seat cover care must be t...

Page 35: ...tongue is correctly positioned beneath the fuel tank bridge Press firmly down to engage the center of the seat in the seat lock Finally tighten the seat fastener to 7 lbf ft 10 Nm store the Allen key...

Page 36: ...torage 1 Owner s handbook storage Speedmaster The motorcycle owner s handbook is stored in a pocket beneath the seat To access the handbook remove and invert the seat The handbook may be slid rearward...

Page 37: ...st 500 miles 800 kilometers Do not use full throttle Avoid high engine speeds at all times Avoid riding at one constant engine speed whether fast or slow for a long period of time Avoid aggressive sta...

Page 38: ...ck No binding of any of the control cables page 74 Brakes Pull the brake lever and push the brake pedal to check for correct resistance Investigate any lever pedal where the travel is excessive before...

Page 39: ...Contents To Stop The Engine 40 To Start The Engine 40 Moving Off Shifting Gears 42 Braking 43 Parking 45 Considerations For High Speed Operation 46 General 46 Steering 46 Luggage 46 Brakes 47 Tires 4...

Page 40: ...tral Pull the clutch lever fully into the handlebar If the engine is cold pull out the choke noting the following Above 77 F 25 C air temperature pull out the choke to the first position Below 77 F 25...

Page 41: ...orcycle in the open air or in an area with adequate ventilation Caution This Triumph motorcycle is air cooled and consequently requires air flow over the cylinders and head to maintain correct engine...

Page 42: ...the gearshift pedal you can only select each gear one after the other in ascending or descending order 1 cghy 2 1 3 4 5 N Warning Take care to avoid opening the throttle too far or too fast in any of...

Page 43: ...r when the motorcycle comes to a complete stop When stopping always apply both brakes at the same time Normally the front brake should be applied a little more than the rear Downshift or fully disenga...

Page 44: ...be reduced All of your actions should be smooth under these conditions Sudden acceleration braking or turning may cause loss of control and an accident Warning When descending a long steep gradient us...

Page 45: ...on switch to P PARK Do not leave the switch in the P position for long periods as this will discharge the battery Warning Do not park on a soft or on a steeply inclined surface Parking under these con...

Page 46: ...ther and traffic conditions Warning Only operate this Triumph motorcycle at high speed in closed course on road competition or on closed course racetracks High speed operation should only then be atte...

Page 47: ...higher consumption experienced during high speed operation Engine Oil Make certain that the oil level is correct Ensure that the correct grade and type of oil is used when topping off Electrical Equip...

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Page 49: ...ng weight is made up from the combined weight of the rider passenger and any load carried Warning Do not install accessories or carry luggage that impairs the control of the motorcycle Make sure that...

Page 50: ...ion unless trained to do so and without becoming familiar and comfortable with the changes in motorcycle operating characteristics that this brings about Motorcycle operation without making allowances...

Page 51: ...lebar or front fork will increase the mass of the steering assembly and can result in loss of steering control leading to an accident Warning If the passenger seat is used to carry small objects they...

Page 52: ...52 Accessories and Loading This page intentionally left blank...

Page 53: ...4 Clutch 65 Inspection 66 Adjustment 66 Drive Chain 67 Chain Lubrication 67 Chain Free Movement 68 Chain Wear Inspection 69 Brakes 71 Brake Pad Wear Inspection 71 Breaking in New Brake Pads and Discs...

Page 54: ...age and Infrequent Use of the Motorcycle 83 Battery Charging 84 Battery Installation 85 Fuses 85 Fuse Location 85 Fuse Replacement 86 Fuse Identification 86 Headlight 87 Headlight Adjustment 87 Headli...

Page 55: ...cribes the procedures to follow when carrying out the daily checks and some simple maintenance and adjustment items Warning Special tools knowledge and training are required in order to correctly carr...

Page 56: ...lter replace Valve clearances check adjust Air cleaner element replace Spark plugs check Spark plugs replace Autoscan carry out a full Autoscan using the Triumph diagnostic tool Engine ECM check for s...

Page 57: ...chain slack check adjust Day Fasteners inspect visually for security Day Wheels inspect for damage Day Wheel bearings check for wear smooth operation Tire wear tire damage check Day Tire pressures che...

Page 58: ...mation will be needed in the event of a warranty claim and will also enhance the value of your motorcycle for future owners Warning All maintenance is vitally important and must not be neglected Incor...

Page 59: ...tain the engine oil at the correct level and change the oil and oil filter in accordance with scheduled maintenance requirements T908027 1 2 3 4 Warning Motorcycle operation with insufficient deterior...

Page 60: ...e correct level is reached install and fully tighten the filler plug Oil and Oil Filter Change 1 Oil drain plug The engine oil and filter must be replaced in accordance with scheduled maintenance requ...

Page 61: ...ll or exceed the capacities given in the Specification section Start the engine and allow it to idle for a minimum of 30 seconds Ensure that the oil pressure warning light extinguishes shortly after s...

Page 62: ...op the engine immediately and investigate the cause Running the engine with low oil pressure will cause engine damage Caution Triumph high performance engines are designed to use semi or fully synthet...

Page 63: ...r However in an emergency throttle adjustments may be made as follows Warning The throttle grip controls the throttle valves in the throttle bodies If the throttle cables are incorrectly adjusted eith...

Page 64: ...Locknuts 2 Opening cable adjuster 3 Closing cable adjuster 4 Closing cable free play measurement point Make any minor adjustments as necessary to give 0 08 0 12 in 2 3 mm of play using the adjuster n...

Page 65: ...lutch lever has excessive free play the clutch may not disengage fully and could then cause the engine to stall and create difficulties when shifting gear Conversely if the clutch lever has insufficie...

Page 66: ...able and turn the adjuster sleeve until the correct amount of clutch lever free play is achieved Tighten the knurled locknut at the clutch lever assembly If the correct adjustment setting cannot be ac...

Page 67: ...ears dry Use the special chain lubricant as recommended in the Specification section Apply lubricant to the sides of the rollers This will allow the oil to penetrate to the chain rollers and bushes Al...

Page 68: ...ent If the chain free movement measurement is incorrect adjustments must be made as follows Loosen the wheel spindle nut Moving both adjusters by an equal amount turn the adjuster bolts clockwise to i...

Page 69: ...of 20 links on the straight part of the chain from pin center of the 1st pin to the center of the 21st pin Since the chain may wear unevenly take measurements at several places If the length exceeds...

Page 70: ...her condition could lock the rear wheel severely damaging the motorcycle and causing loss of control and an accident For safety use a genuine Triumph supplied chain as specified in the Triumph parts c...

Page 71: ...eater braking distances during the breaking in period Brake Pad Wear Compensation Disc and disc pad wear is automatically compensated for and has no effect on the brake lever or pedal action There are...

Page 72: ...become defective Riding with defective brakes may lead to loss of motorcycle control and an accident Warning If there has been an appreciable drop in the level of fluid in either fluid reservoir consu...

Page 73: ...er Install the cover ensuring that the diaphragm seal is correctly positioned between the cap and reservoir body Tighten the cap retaining screws Rear Brake Fluid Level Inspection and Adjustment 1 Upp...

Page 74: ...ad steering bearings in accordance with scheduled maintenance requirements Note Always inspect the wheel bearings at the same time as the steering bearings Warning To prevent risk of injury from the m...

Page 75: ...earings must be inspected at the intervals specified in the scheduled maintenance chart Position the motorcycle on level ground in an upright position Raise the front wheel off the ground Gently rock...

Page 76: ...ide and good handling characteristics for general solo riding The table on the facing page shows suggested settings for rear suspension pre load under differing load conditions To change the rear susp...

Page 77: ...a guide only where the rider and passenger each weigh 198 lbs 90 kg or less Setting requirements should be increased for heavier riders and passengers according to personal preferences Tires Typical T...

Page 78: ...depth specified in the table below Warning Incorrect tire inflation will cause abnormal tread wear and instability problems which may lead to loss of control and an accident Under inflation may result...

Page 79: ...affect motorcycle stability and handling which may lead to loss of control or an accident Check the rims for dents or deformation Operation with damaged or defective wheels or tires is dangerous and l...

Page 80: ...ame checks and adjustments must also be carried out when 100 miles have been travelled after fitting Use of a motorcycle with incorrectly seated tires incorrectly adjusted tire pressures or when not a...

Page 81: ...eyes may cause severe burns Wear protective clothing and a face shield If battery acid gets on your skin flush with water immediately If battery acid gets in your eyes flush with water for at least 15...

Page 82: ...ener from the battery cover strap Detach the strap from its lower hinge and remove the battery cover Disconnect the battery leads negative black lead first Tilt the battery outward from the top to rem...

Page 83: ...cle inspect the battery Voltage weekly using a digital multimeter Follow the manufacturer s instructions supplied with the meter Should the battery Voltage fall below 12 7 Volts the battery should be...

Page 84: ...l where it will not start the motorcycle remove the battery from the motorcycle before charging Warning The battery gives off explosive gases keep sparks flames and cigarettes away Provide adequate ve...

Page 85: ...a light coat of grease to the terminals to prevent corrosion Cover the positive terminal with the protective cap Install the battery cover and assemble the battery strap Tighten the battery strap fast...

Page 86: ...h which fuse has blown Note Only 30 20 and 10 amp spare fuses are provided in the fuse box A spare 5 amp fuse must also be carried on the motorcycle Warning Always replace blown fuses with new ones of...

Page 87: ...dmaster loosen the upper pinch bolt Adjust the position of the headlight to give the required beam setting Tighten the bracket pinch bolt to 9 lbf ft 12 Nm Re check the headlight beam setting Switch t...

Page 88: ...n now be removed To remove the position light bulb detach the bulb holder from the headlight body and release the bulb Installation is the reversal of removal 1 Wire retainer 2 Headlight bulb 3 Positi...

Page 89: ...the lens The bulb is a bayonet type To remove the bulb gently press inwards and twist counter clockwise Installation is the reversal of removal Turn Signal Lights 1 Turn signal lens screws 2 Lens 3 Bu...

Page 90: ...the keyholes with tape Remove any items of jewellery such as rings watches zips or belt buckles which may scratch or otherwise damage painted or polished surfaces Use separate cleaning sponges or clea...

Page 91: ...dels must be correctly cleaned to preserve their appearance Please contact your dealer if you are unsure which components on your motorcycle are unpainted aluminum parts Use a proprietary brand of alu...

Page 92: ...brasive scouring pad or steel wool They will damage the finish Rinse the exhaust system thoroughly Ensure no soap or water enters the exhausts Drying Dry the exhaust system completely with a soft clot...

Page 93: ...r strong solvents such as alcohol acetone carbon tetrachloride etc will damage the windshield Never allow these products to contact the windshield Warning Never attempt to clean the windshield while t...

Page 94: ...Maintenance and Adjustment 94 This page intentionally left blank...

Page 95: ...oil from getting on rubber parts brake discs or in the brake calipers Lubricate and if necessary adjust the drive chain see page 67 Remove the battery and store it where it will not be exposed to dir...

Page 96: ...96 Storage This page intentionally left blank...

Page 97: ...3 lbf ft 72 4 Nm 3 300 rpm Dimensions Overall Length 94 in 2 387 mm 93 in 2 367 mm Overall Width 36 in 920 mm 35 2 in 895 mm Overall Height 46 2 in 1 175 mm 46 in 1 170 mm Wheelbase 63 4 in 1 610 mm 6...

Page 98: ...n Ratio 9 2 1 9 2 1 Cylinder Numbering Left to Right Left to Right Sequence 1 2 1 2 Firing Order 1 2 1 2 Starting System Electric Starter Electric Starter Lubrication Lubrication System Wet sump Wet s...

Page 99: ...electric Fuel Pressure 43 5 psi 3 0 bar Fuel Type Unleaded 87 R M 2 91 RON minimum Tank Capacity 5 16 US gal 19 5 liters Emissions Control Equipment Type Twin catalysts with pulsed secondary air injec...

Page 100: ...rimary Drive Gear Gear Final Drive Chain DID 525 VM2 112 Link Endless Chain DID 525 VM2 112 Link Endless Primary Drive Ratio 1 74 1 62 108 1 74 1 62 108 Final Drive Ratio 2 333 1 18 42 2 333 1 18 42 G...

Page 101: ...ar Option 1 Front Metzeler Lasertec 110 90 18 Metzeler Lasertec T 110 80 18 Rear Metzeler ME880 170 80B 15 Metzeler ME880 170 80B 15 Option 2 Front N A N A Rear N A N A Warning Use recommended tire op...

Page 102: ...0 Nm Fluids and Lubricants Engine Oil Semi or fully synthetic 10W 40 or 10W 50 motorcycle engine oil which meets specification API SH or higher and JASO MA such as Castrol Power 1 Racing 4T 10W 40 ful...

Page 103: ...Careful 90 Clutch 65 Adjustment 66 Inspection 66 D Daily Safety Checks 38 Drive Chain 67 Adjustment 68 Chain Free movement 68 Chain Wear Inspection 69 Inspection 68 E Engine Engine Stop Switch 28 Ser...

Page 104: ...sts 9 Helmet and Clothing 8 Maintenance Equipment 11 Parking 10 Parts and Accessories 10 Riding 7 The Motorcycle 5 Wobble Weave 8 Scheduled Maintenance 55 Side Cover 34 Specifications 97 Dimensions 97...

Page 105: ...101 Tire Replacement 79 Tire Wear 78 Turn Signals Lights 89 Bulb Replacement 89 V Vehicle Identification Number V I N 17 W Warning Labels 2 Warning Lights High Beam 24 Low Oil Pressure 24 Neutral 24 T...

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