Triumph Speed Triple Handbook Download

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Page 1: ...ticularly important information 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 instructions or procedures which if not correctly followed could result in personal injury or loss of life Caution This caution symbol identifies special instructions or procedures...

Page 2: ...o uk or telephone the authorised distributor in your country Their address is given in the service record book that accompanies this handbook Noise Control System Tampering with the Noise Control System is Prohibited Owners are warned that the law may prohibit The removal or rendering inoperative by any person other than for purposes of maintenance repair or replacement of any device or element of...

Page 3: ...of your Triumph Your feedback on the buying and ownership experience is very important in helping us develop our products and services for you Please help us by ensuring your dealership has your E mail address and registers this with us You will then receive an online customer satisfaction survey invitation to your E mail address where you can give us this feedback Your Triumph Team Warning This o...

Page 4: ...Limited Hinckley Leicestershire England Publication part number 3852712 issue 1 Table of Contents This handbook contains a number of different sections The table of contents below will help you find the beginning of each section where in the case of the major sections a further table of contents will help you find the specific subject required Foreword 1 Warning Labels 10 Parts Identification 12 S...

Page 5: ...d luggage must not exceed the maximum load limit of 195 kg Warning PETROL IS HIGHLY FLAMMABLE Always turn off the engine when refuelling Do not refuel or open the fuel filler cap while smoking or in the vicinity of any open naked flame Take care not to spill any petrol on the engine exhaust pipes or silencers when refuelling If petrol is swallowed inhaled or allowed to get into the eyes seek immed...

Page 6: ... 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 particular road travelled Operating a motorcycle at high speeds can be potentially dangerous since the time available to react to given traffic situations is greatly reduced as road speed increases Always r...

Page 7: ...our passenger s head comfortably and securely A brightly coloured helmet will increase a rider s or passenger s visibility to other operators of road 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 cbma Warning The rider must maintain control of the vehicle b...

Page 8: ...ren are likely to touch the motorcycle 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 section of this owner s handbook Warning Owners should be aware that the only approved parts accessories and conversions for any Triumph motorcycle are those which c...

Page 9: ...loss of motorcycle control and an accident 1 Bank angle indicator 1 Warning Ensure all equipment that is required by law is installed and functioning correctly The removal or alteration of the motorcycle s lights silencers emission or noise control systems can violate the law Incorrect or improper modification may adversely affect the handling stability or other aspect of the motorcycle operation ...

Page 10: ...ety information in this handbook Before riding ensure that all riders have understood and complied with all the information to which these labels relate Warning Label Locations chcw_1 6 5 4 3 2 N 1 R P M Running In page 51 Gear Position page 58 Tyres page 106 Drive Chain page 89 Tyre Pressure Monitoring if fitted page 34 ...

Page 11: ... are fitted to the motorcycle using a strong adhesive In some cases labels are installed prior to an application of paint lacquer Therefore any attempt to remove the warning labels will cause damage to the paintwork or bodywork chcv_1 Helmet page 7 Unleaded Fuel page 45 Daily Safety Checks page 52 Coolant page 81 Engine Oil page 77 ...

Page 12: ...nt pressure cap 3 Fuel filler cap 4 Fuel tank 5 Coolant expansion tank 6 Seat lock 7 Silencer 8 Rear light 9 Front brake disc 10 Front brake caliper 11 Front indicator 12 Oil cooler 13 Side stand 14 Gear change pedal 15 Drive chain chcw_2 2 3 4 6 7 8 11 12 13 14 15 9 10 1 5 ...

Page 13: ...16 Silencer 17 Tool kit 18 Rear brake fluid reservoir 19 Battery 20 Front fork 21 Rear brake disc 22 Rear brake caliper 23 Rear suspension unit 24 Rear brake pedal 25 Oil filler cap Dipstick 26 Clutch cable chcv_2 17 18 19 20 23 24 25 26 21 22 16 ...

Page 14: ...light dip switch 4 Speedometer 5 Trip computer display 6 Tachometer 7 Warning lights 8 Front brake fluid reservoir 9 Engine stop switch 10 Front brake lever 11 Horn button 12 Direction indicator switch 13 Ignition switch 14 Immobiliser 15 Starter button cgfs 4 3 2 5 6 7 8 9 10 13 15 11 12 1 14 ...

Page 15: ...of the frame It is also displayed on a plate riveted to the left hand side of the steering head Record the vehicle identification number in the space provided below Engine Serial Number 1 Engine serial number The engine serial number is stamped on the engine crankcase immediately above the clutch cover Record the engine serial number in the space provided below 1 cget ccmy 1 ...

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Page 17: ...le models with ABS only 26 Service Interval Indicator 26 Gear Change Lights 27 Gear Change Light Modes 27 Setting Gear Change Light Limits 27 Changing the Set Speed 28 Setting Gear Change Lights to Off 29 Lap Timer 30 Data Recording Mode 31 New Lap Recording 31 Data Retrieval Mode 32 Coolant Temperature Gauge 33 Fuel Gauge 34 Tyre Pressure Monitoring System TPMS 34 Function 34 Tyre Pressure Sensor...

Page 18: ...or Light 38 Tyre Pressure Warning Light 39 Ignition Key 40 Ignition Switch Steering Lock 41 Engine Immobiliser 41 Ignition Switch Positions 41 Brake and Clutch Lever Adjusters 42 Clutch Lever 42 Brake Lever 43 Right Handlebar Switches 43 Engine Stop Switch 43 Starter Button 44 Left Handlebar Switches 44 Headlight Dip Switch 44 Direction Indicator Switch 45 Horn Button 45 Pass Button 45 Fuel Requir...

Page 19: ...19 General Information Tool Kit and Handbook 48 Seat Lock 49 Seat Care 49 Running In 51 Safe Operation 52 Daily Safety Checks 52 ...

Page 20: ...sure warning light if fitted 11 Right hand direction indicator light 12 Neutral indicator light 13 High beam indicator light 14 Low fuel level indicator light 15 Alarm Immobiliser status indicator light alarm is an accessory fit 16 Tachometer 17 High coolant temperature warning light 18 Low oil pressure warning light 19 Tyre pressure display if fitted 20 Display screen 21 Coolant temperature displ...

Page 21: ...ne is above maximum recommended engine speed and is also above the range for best performance Trip Computer 1 Display screen 2 Button A To access the trip computer information press and release button A until the desired display is visible The display will scroll through in the following order Trip Meter 1 Trip Meter 2 Lap Timer Tyre Pressure Monitoring system if fitted Set up Note The lap timer l...

Page 22: ...l through in the following order Journey distance Range to empty Journey time Average fuel consumption Instantaneous fuel consumption Average speed Each display provides the following information all calculated since the trip meter was last reset to zero Journey Distance The total journey distance travelled Range to Empty This is an indication of the probable distance that can be travelled on the ...

Page 23: ...orcycle stationary and in neutral turn the ignition to the ON position Press and release button A until set up is visible in the display screen Press button B and t SEt will be visible Press button B again and either 24 Hr or 12 Hr clock will be shown Press button A to select the desired clock display and then press button B The hour display will start to flash and the word Hour is visible in the ...

Page 24: ... Metric Each display provides the following information mpg Imperial gallons The speedometer and odometer will read in miles The fuel consumption will be measured in imperial gallons mpg US US gallons The speedometer and odometer will read in miles The fuel consumption will be measured in US gallons L 100 km Metric The speedometer and odometer will read in kilometres The fuel consumption will be m...

Page 25: ...ns mpg US US gallons L 100 km Metric km L Metric Models without TPMS Press button B and do not touch buttons A or B again until UnitS is visible in the display screen When UnitS is visible in the display screen press and release button A until rEturn is visible then press button B Trip 1 will be visible in the display screen Models with TPMS Press button B and do not touch buttons A or B again unt...

Page 26: ... enable the ABS system again turn the ignition off and on Service Interval Indicator 1 Service indicator 2 Remaining distance When the ignition is switched on and the distance to the next service is 500 miles 800 km or less the service symbol will be displayed for 3 seconds and the clock will show the distance remaining before the next service When the remaining distance is 0 miles 0 km the servic...

Page 27: ...ts will progressively illuminate in 250 rpm increments until the set limit is reached At the set limit all six lights will be illuminated Setting Gear Change Light Limits The gear change lights will not operate below 3 500 rpm to avoid the lights operating at idle To change the gear change light modes with the motorcycle stationary and in neutral turn the ignition to the ON position Press and rele...

Page 28: ... position The rpm will be shown in the display screen with the 1 000 units flashing 1 RPM 1 000 units 2 Button A 3 Button B Changing the Set Speed To change the setting in increments of 1 000 rpm press button A Each individual press of button A will then increase the setting in increments of 1 000 rpm up to the maximum rpm limit When the maximum rpm limit is reached the setting will return to 3 50...

Page 29: ...own pressing button B will confirm the setting SHIFt will be visible in the display screen and all the gear change lights will flash Press and release button A until rEturn is visible in the display screen then press button B Trip 1 will be visible in the display screen Setting Gear Change Lights to Off To select the OFF mode ensure OFF is visible in the display screen Press button B and SHIFt wil...

Page 30: ...tance Travelled The distance travelled per lap and the lap number Turning the Lap Timer On or Off To switch the lap timer on or off with the motorcycle stationary and in neutral turn the ignition to the ON position Press and release button A until set up is visible in the display screen Then press button B Press and release button A until Lap is visible then press button B ON or OFF will flash in ...

Page 31: ... and the lap timer will be visible in the display screen Pressing the starter button with the engine running only will start the lap timer The display will show the lap time in minutes seconds and hundredths of a second and the stop watch icon is on New Lap Recording 1 Starter button At the end of the lap pressing the starter button again will register the start of a new lap The display will show ...

Page 32: ...e press button B Note The data retrieval mode cannot be accessed whilst the motorcycle is in motion When the data retrieval mode is accessed the lap time for the first lap will be displayed The lap number will be displayed in the speedometer display position 1 Lap number 2 Stop watch icon 3 Lap timer 4 Button A 5 Button B Press and release button A until the desired lap up to a maximum of 50 laps ...

Page 33: ...ond Lap will be visible in the display screen Press and release button A to the desired display Coolant Temperature Gauge 1 Coolant temperature gauge The coolant temperature gauge indicates the temperature of the engine coolant When the ignition is switched on all 8 bars of the display will be shown When the engine is started from cold the display will show 1 bar As the temperature increases more ...

Page 34: ...oring System TPMS Only on models fitted with TPMS Function Tyre pressure sensors are fitted to the front and rear wheels These sensors measure the air pressure inside the tyre and transmit pressure data to the instruments These sensors will not transmit the data until the motorcycle is travelling at a speed greater than 12 mph 20 km Two dashes will be visible in the display area until the tyre pre...

Page 35: ... TPMS symbol 2 Tyre pressure display 3 Front tyre identified 4 Rear tyre identified 5 Button A 6 Button B To access the tyre pressure display turn the ignition to the ON position Press and release button A until psi or bAr is visible in the display screen Press and release button B to select the front or rear tyre pressure When the tyre pressure monitoring system has been selected psi or bAr will ...

Page 36: ...re pressures shown on your instrument panel indicate the actual tyre pressure at the time of selecting the display This may differ from the inflation pressure set when the tyres are cold because tyres become warmer during riding causing the air in the tyre to expand and the pressure to increase The cold inflation pressures specified by Triumph take account of this Owners must only adjust tyre pres...

Page 37: ... tachometer will illuminate The low oil pressure warning light in the tachometer will illuminate if the ignition is switched on without running the engine High Coolant Temperature Warning Light With the engine running if the engine coolant temperature becomes dangerously high the high coolant temperature warning light in the tachometer will illuminate The high coolant temperature warning light in ...

Page 38: ... position If the motorcycle is fitted with the accessory alarm the immobiliser will operate as normal but the alarm immobiliser light will operate as described below With Alarm Fitted The alarm immobiliser light will only illuminate when the conditions described in the accessory alarm instructions are met Without Alarm Fitted When the ignition switch turned to the OFF position the alarm immobilise...

Page 39: ...th TPMS The tyre pressure warning light works in conjunction with the tyre pressure monitoring system see page 34 The warning light will only illuminate when the front or rear tyre pressure is below the recommended pressure It will not illuminate if the tyre is over inflated When the warning light is illuminated the TPMS symbol indicating which is the deflated tyre and its pressure will automatica...

Page 40: ...supplied together with a small tag bearing the key number Make a note of the key number and store the spare key and key number tag in a safe place away from the motorcycle A transponder is fitted within the key to turn off the engine immobiliser To ensure the immobiliser functions correctly always have only one of the ignition keys near the ignition switch Having two ignition keys near the switch ...

Page 41: ...e antenna for the engine immobiliser When the ignition switch is turned to the OFF position and the ignition key removed the engine immobiliser is on see page 38 The engine immobiliser is turned off when the ignition key is in the ignition switch and it is turned to the ON position Ignition Switch Positions This is a four position key operated switch The key can be removed from the switch only whe...

Page 42: ...just the clutch lever push the lever forward and turn the adjuster wheel to align one of the numbered positions with the triangular mark on the lever holder The distance from the handlebar grip to the released lever is shortest when set to number four and longest when set to number one Warning For reasons of security and safety always move the ignition switch to the OFF position and remove the key...

Page 43: ...e to be stopped move the engine stop switch to the STOP position Note Although the engine stop switch stops the engine it does not turn off all the electrical circuits and may cause difficulty in restarting the engine due to a discharged battery Ordinarily only the ignition switch should be used to stop the engine Warning Do not attempt to adjust the levers with the motorcycle in motion as this ma...

Page 44: ...ght Dip Switch High or low beam can be selected with the headlight dip switch To select high beam push the switch forward To select low beam push the switch rearwards When the high beam is turned on the high beam indicator light will illuminate Note A lighting on off switch is not fitted to this model The headlight rear light and licence plate light all function automatically when the ignition is ...

Page 45: ...released Fuel Requirement Refuelling Fuel Grade Your Triumph engine is designed to use unleaded fuel and will give optimum performance if the correct grade of fuel is used Always use unleaded fuel with an octane rating of 95 RON Caution In all countries except Australia and New Zealand the exhaust system is fitted with a catalytic converter to help reduce exhaust emission levels The catalytic conv...

Page 46: ...to the OFF position Do not smoke Do not use a mobile telephone Make sure the refuelling area is well ventilated and free from any source of flame or sparks This includes any appliance with a pilot light Never fill the tank until the fuel level rises into the filler neck Heat from sunlight or other sources may cause the fuel to expand and overflow creating a fire hazard After refuelling always chec...

Page 47: ...sed and locked Caution Contaminated fuel may cause damage to fuel system components 1 2 3 cbdf Warning Overfilling the tank can lead to fuel spillage If fuel is spilled thoroughly clean up the spillage immediately and dispose of the materials used safely Take care not to spill any fuel on the engine exhaust pipes tyres or any other part of the motorcycle Because fuel is highly flammable any fuel l...

Page 48: ...ly up after first sitting on the motorcycle For instructions on safe parking refer to the How to Ride the Motorcycle section Tool Kit and Handbook The tool kit and handbook are both located under the seat Warning The motorcycle is fitted with an interlock system to prevent it from being ridden with the side stand in the down position Never attempt to ride with the side stand down or interfere with...

Page 49: ...rmation To refit the seat engage the seat s tongue under the fuel tank and press down at the rear to engage in the seat lock An audible click can be heard when the seat is fully engaged into its lock 1 cgex 1 cgfp 2 Caution To prevent damage to the seat or cover care must be taken not to drop the seat Do not lean the seat against the motorcycle or any surface which may damage the seat or cover Ins...

Page 50: ... down hooks 2 Inner clips 3 Outer clips cgfq 2 3 1 1 Warning If the seat is used to carry small objects they must not exceed 3 5 kg 7 5 lb in weight must not impair control of the motorcycle must be securely attached and must not extend beyond the rear or sides of the motorcycle Carriage of objects in excess of 3 5 kg 7 5 lb in weight that are insecure impair control or extend beyond the rear or s...

Page 51: ...00 miles 800 kilometres 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 starts stops and rapid accelerations except in an emergency Do not ride at speeds greater than 3 4 of maximum engine speed From 500 to 1000 miles 800 to 1500 kilometres Engine speed can gradually be increase...

Page 52: ...in Correct adjustment see page 89 Tyres Wheels Correct inflation pressures when cold Tread depth wear tyre wheel damage punctures etc see page 106 Nuts Bolts Fasteners Visually check that steering and suspension components axles and all controls are properly tightened or fastened Inspect all areas for loose damaged fixings Steering Action Smooth but not loose from lock to lock No binding of any of...

Page 53: ... Throttle grip free play 2 3 mm at all steering angles Ensure that the throttle grip returns to the idle position without sticking see page 85 Clutch Smooth operation and correct cable free play see page 88 at all steering angles Coolant No coolant leakage Check the coolant level in the expansion tank when the engine is cold see page 81 Electrical Equipment All lights and horn function correctly s...

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Page 55: ...e 56 To Start the Engine 56 Moving Off 57 Changing Gears 58 Braking 59 ABS Anti Lock Brake System models only 61 Parking 62 Considerations for High Speed Operation 63 General 64 Steering 64 Luggage 64 Brakes 64 Tyres 64 Fuel 64 Engine Oil 65 Coolant 65 Electrical Equipment 65 Miscellaneous 65 ...

Page 56: ...e ignition is switched on the tachometer needle will quickly sweep from zero to maximum and then return to zero The instrument warning lights will illuminate and will then go off except those which normally remain on until the engine starts see page 37 It is not necessary to wait for the needle to return to zero before starting the engine In very cold conditions part open the throttle to aid cold ...

Page 57: ...arning Never start the engine or run the engine in a confined area Exhaust fumes are poisonous and can cause loss of consciousness and death within a short period of time Always operate your motorcycle in the open air or in an area with adequate ventilation Caution Do not operate the starter continuously for more than 5 seconds as the starter motor will overheat and the battery will become dischar...

Page 58: ...ng Take care to avoid opening the throttle too far or too fast in any of the lower gears as this can lead to the front wheel lifting from the ground pulling a wheelie and to the rear tyre breaking traction wheel spin Always open the throttle cautiously particularly if you are unfamiliar with the motorcycle as a wheelie or loss of traction will cause loss of motorcycle control and an accident 1 cge...

Page 59: ...plied a little more than the rear Change down or fully disengage the clutch as necessary to keep the engine from stalling Never lock the brakes as this may cause loss of control of the motorcycle and an accident 1 cghm Warning For emergency braking disregard down changing and concentrate on applying the front and rear brakes as hard as possible without skidding Riders should practice emergency bra...

Page 60: ...manoeuvre and stop will 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 use engine braking by down changing and use the brakes intermittently Continuous brake application can overheat the brakes and reduce their effectiveness Riding with your foot on...

Page 61: ...rear brake at the same time this pulsation may be felt in the lever the pedal or both The ABS may be activated by sudden upward or downward changes in the road surface Warning ABS prevents the wheels from locking therefore maximising the effectiveness of the braking system in emergencies and when riding on slippery surfaces The potentially shorter braking distances ABS allows under certain conditi...

Page 62: ...unctioning the brake system will continue to function as a non ABS braking system Do not continue to ride for longer than is necessary with the indicator light illuminated Contact an authorised Triumph dealer as soon as possible to have the fault checked and rectified In this situation braking too hard will cause the wheels to lock resulting in loss of control and an accident Warning The ABS warni...

Page 63: ... NOT park where pedestrians and children are likely to touch the motorcycle Touching any part of the engine or exhaust system when hot may cause unprotected skin to become burnt Warning This Triumph motorcycle should be operated within the legal speed limits for the particular road travelled Operating a motorcycle at high speeds can be potentially dangerous since the time available to react to giv...

Page 64: ...and Specification sections on tyre checking and tyre safety Fuel Have sufficient fuel for the increased fuel consumption that will result from high speed operation Warning The handling characteristics of a motorcycle at high speed may vary from those you are familiar with at legal road speeds Do not attempt high speed operation unless you have received sufficient training and have the required ski...

Page 65: ...f oil is used when topping up Coolant Check that the coolant level is at the upper level line in the expansion tank Always check the level with the engine cold Electrical Equipment Make certain that the headlight rear brake light direction indicators horn etc all work properly Miscellaneous Visually check that all fixings are tight ...

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Page 67: ...made up from the combined weight of the rider passenger any accessories fitted and any load carried Warning Do not install accessories or carry luggage that impairs the control of the motorcycle Make sure that you have not adversely affected the visibility of any lighting component road clearance banking capability i e lean angle control operation wheel travel front fork movement visibility in any...

Page 68: ...e control and an accident Warning Your passenger should be instructed that he or she can cause loss of motorcycle control by making sudden movements or by adopting an incorrect seated position The rider should instruct the passenger as follows It is important that the passenger sits still while the motorcycle is in motion and does not interfere with the operation of the motorcycle To keep his or h...

Page 69: ...e or she is tall enough to reach the footrests provided A passenger who is not tall enough to reach the footrests will be unable to sit securely on the motorcycle and may cause instability leading to loss of control and an accident Warning If the passenger seat is used to carry small objects they must not exceed 3 5 kg 7 5 lb in weight must not impair control of the motorcycle must be securely att...

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Page 71: ...nspection 82 Coolant Level Adjustment 82 Coolant Change 83 Radiator and Hoses 83 Fuel Tank 84 Raising 84 Lowering 85 Throttle Control 85 Inspection 86 Clutch 88 Inspection 89 Adjustment 89 Drive Chain 89 Chain Lubrication 90 Chain Free Movement Inspection 90 Chain Free Movement Adjustment 91 Chain and Sprocket Wear Inspection 92 Brakes 93 Brake Wear Inspection 93 Breaking in New Brake Pads and Dis...

Page 72: ...on Damping Adjustment 102 Rear Suspension Adjustment 103 Rebound Damping Adjustment 103 Compression Damping Adjustment 104 Tyres 106 Tyre Inflation Pressures 106 Tyre Wear 107 Minimum Recommended Tread Depth 107 Tyre Replacement 108 Battery 111 Battery Removal 111 Battery Disposal 112 Battery Maintenance 112 Battery Discharge 112 Battery Discharge During Storage and Infrequent Use of the Motorcycl...

Page 73: ...ulb Replacement 119 Licence Plate Light 120 Bulb Replacement 120 Cleaning 121 Preparation for Washing 121 Where to be Careful 121 After Washing 122 Seat Care 122 Unpainted Aluminium Items 122 Cleaning of the Exhaust System 123 Washing 123 Drying 123 Protecting 123 ...

Page 74: ... in the scheduled maintenance chart Only an authorised Triumph dealer will have this knowledge and equipment Since incorrect or neglected maintenance can lead to a dangerous riding condition always have an authorised Triumph dealer carry out the scheduled maintenance of this motorcycle Warning All maintenance is vitally important and must not be neglected Incorrect maintenance or adjustment may ca...

Page 75: ...nces check Air cleaner renew Autoscan carry out a full Autoscan using the Triumph Diagnostic tool ABS ECM check for stored DTCs Spark plugs check Spark plugs renew Throttle bodies balance Throttle cables check adjust Day Cooling system check for leaks Day Coolant level check adjust Day Coolant renew Fuel system check for leaks Day Lights instruments and electrical systems check Day Steering check ...

Page 76: ...inspect visually for security Day Wheels inspect for damage Day Rear wheel needle roller bearing lubricate Wheel bearings check for wear smooth operation Tyre wear tyre damage check Day Tyre pressures check adjust Day Clutch cable check adjust Day Secondary air injection system check Stand check operation Day Exhaust clamp bolts check adjust Fuel and evaporative loss hoses renew Operation Descript...

Page 77: ...evel and change the oil and oil filter in accordance with scheduled maintenance requirements Warning Motorcycle operation with insufficient deteriorated or contaminated engine oil will cause accelerated engine wear and may result in engine or transmission seizure Seizure of the engine or transmission may lead to sudden loss of control and an accident ...

Page 78: ...e the filler plug dipstick The oil level is indicated by lines on the filler plug dipstick When full the indicated oil level must be level with the upper marking on the dipstick If the oil level is below the lower marking add oil a little at a time until the correct level is reached Once the correct level is reached re fit the filler plug dipstick ccpu_1 3 2 1 4 Warning Never start the engine or r...

Page 79: ...ne oil that meets specification API SH or higher and JASO MA such as Castrol Power 1 Racing 4T 10W 40 fully synthetic engine oil sold as Castrol Power RS Racing 4T 10W 40 fully synthetic in some countries Start the engine and allow it to idle for a minimum of 30 seconds Warning Prolonged or repeated contact with engine oil can lead to skin dryness irritation and dermatitis In addition used engine ...

Page 80: ...ully synthetic motorcycle engine oil that meets specification API SH or higher and JASO MA such as Castrol Power 1 Racing 4T 10W 40 fully synthetic engine oil sold as Castrol Power RS Racing 4T 10W 40 fully synthetic in some countries Do not add any chemical additives to the engine oil The engine oil also lubricates the clutch and any additives could cause the clutch to slip Do not use mineral veg...

Page 81: ...lant is essential If coolant containing a corrosion inhibitor is not used the cooling system will accumulate rust and scale in the water jacket and radiator This will block the coolant passages and considerably reduce the efficiency of the cooling system Note HD4X Hybrid OAT coolant as supplied by Triumph is pre mixed and does not need to be diluted prior to filling or topping up the cooling syste...

Page 82: ...elow the minimum level the coolant level must be adjusted Coolant Level Adjustment Allow the engine to cool To access the expansion tank raise and support the fuel tank see page 84 Remove the cap from the expansion tank and add coolant mixture through the filler opening until the level reaches the MAX mark on the expansion tank cover 1 Expansion tank 2 Tank cap Refit the cap Lower and secure the f...

Page 83: ...leaves or mud Clean off any obstructions with a stream of low pressure water Caution If hard water is used in the cooling system it will cause scale accumulation in the engine and radiator and considerably reduces the efficiency of the cooling system Reduced cooling system efficiency may cause the engine to overheat and suffer severe damage Warning The fan operates automatically when the engine is...

Page 84: ...nk prop from its location on the seat base Store the seat as described on page 49 1 Seat 2 Fuel tank prop Release the three fixings and remove the front panel from the fuel tank 1 Front panel 2 Fixings Remove the front fixings for the fuel tank 1 Fixings 2 Fuel tank 1 cgfp 1 2 cgfo 2 1 2 2 cgff 2 1 ...

Page 85: ...d tighten to 4 Nm Refit the front panel and tighten the fixings to 2 Nm Securely fit the fuel tank support to its location on the seat Refit the seat see page 49 Throttle Control 1 Throttle grip 2 Correct setting 2 3 mm 1 cgfh 2 3 4 Warning The throttle grip controls the throttle valves in the throttle bodies If the throttle cables are incorrectly adjusted either too tight or too loose the throttl...

Page 86: ...tle system checked by an authorised Triumph dealer if any changes are detected Changes can be due to wear in the mechanism which could lead to a sticking throttle An incorrectly adjusted sticking or stuck throttle will lead to loss of motorcycle control and an accident Warning Use of the motorcycle with incorrectly adjusted incorrectly routed sticking or damaged throttle cables will interfere with...

Page 87: ...he fuel tank Release the locknuts on the opening cable adjusters Rotate the opening cable adjuster at the twist grip end such that it has an equal amount of adjustment in each direction Rotate the opening cable adjuster at the throttle body end of the cable to give 2 3 mm of play at the twist grip Tighten the locknut to 2 5 Nm Make any minor adjustments as necessary to give 2 3 mm of play using th...

Page 88: ...lutch lever has excessive free play the clutch may not disengage fully This will cause difficulty in changing gear and selecting neutral This may cause the engine to stall and make the motorcycle difficult to control Conversely if the clutch lever has insufficient free play the clutch may not engage fully causing the clutch to slip which will reduce performance and cause premature clutch wear Clut...

Page 89: ...ve chain must be checked adjusted and lubricated in accordance with scheduled maintenance requirements Checking adjustment and lubrication must be carried out more frequently for extreme conditions such as salty or heavily gritted roads If the chain is badly worn or incorrectly adjusted either too loose or too tight the chain could jump off the sprockets or break Therefore always replace worn or d...

Page 90: ...lean first and then apply oil as mentioned above Chain Free Movement Inspection 1 Maximum movement position Place the motorcycle on a level surface and hold it in an upright position with no weight on it Rotate the rear wheel by pushing the motorcycle to find the position where the chain is tightest and measure the vertical movement of the chain midway between the sprockets The vertical movement o...

Page 91: ...f necessary Check the rear brake effectiveness Rectify if necessary Warning Operation of the motorcycle with an insecure rear hub eccentric adjuster clamp bolt may result in impaired stability and handling of the motorcycle This impaired stability and handling may lead to loss of control or an accident Warning It is dangerous to operate the motorcycle with defective brakes and you must have your a...

Page 92: ...for unevenly or excessively worn or damaged teeth If there is any irregularity have the drive chain and or the sprockets replaced by an authorised Triumph dealer 2 Warning The use of non approved chains may result in a broken chain or may cause the chain to jump off the sprockets Use a genuine Triumph supplied chain as specified in the Triumph parts catalogue Never neglect chain maintenance and al...

Page 93: ... shown 2 Brake pad Breaking in New Brake Pads and Discs After replacement brake discs and or pads have been fitted to the motorcycle we recommend a period of careful breaking in that will optimise the performance and longevity of the discs and pads The recommended distance for breaking in new pads and discs is 200 miles 300 km After fitting new brake discs and or pads avoid extreme braking ride wi...

Page 94: ...dal feels soft when it is applied or if the lever pedal travel becomes excessive there may be air in the brake pipes and hoses or the brakes may be defective It is dangerous to operate the motorcycle under such conditions and your authorised Triumph dealer must rectify the fault before riding Riding with defective brakes may lead to loss of motorcycle control and an accident Warning Brake fluid is...

Page 95: ...ainer Refit the reservoir cover ensuring that the diaphragm seal is correctly fitted Tighten the cap retaining screws to 1 Nm 1 Rear brake fluid reservoir 2 Upper level line 3 Lower level line 1 2 jajc_1 Warning If there has been an appreciable drop in the level of the fluid in either fluid reservoir consult your authorised Triumph dealer for advice before riding Riding with depleted brake fluid l...

Page 96: ...ents Note Always inspect the wheel bearings at the same time as the steering bearings Warning Riding the motorcycle with defective brake lights is illegal and dangerous An accident causing injury to the rider and other road users may result from use of a motorcycle with defective brake lights Warning To prevent risk of injury from the motorcycle falling during the inspection ensure that the motorc...

Page 97: ...el bearings 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 above the ground and support the motorcycle Standing at the side of the motorcycle gently rock the top of the front wheel from side to side If any free play can be detected ask your authorised Triumph dealer to inspect and ...

Page 98: ...dlebars and applying the front brake pump the forks up and down several times If roughness or excessive stiffness is detected consult your authorised Triumph dealer Note The suspension movement will be affected by adjustment settings Warning Riding the motorcycle with defective or damaged suspension is dangerous and may lead to loss of control and an accident Warning Never attempt to dismantle any...

Page 99: ...mping Compression Damping Solo Riding Standard 7 00 1 50 1 50 1 25 1 00 Softer 7 00 1 50 1 50 2 50 2 50 Firmer 7 00 0 75 0 75 1 00 1 00 Rider and Passenger 7 00 0 75 0 75 0 75 0 75 Number of adjuster turns clockwise from the fully anti clockwise position Number of adjuster turns anti clockwise from the fully clockwise position LOADING FRONT REAR Spring Pre Load Rebound Damping Compression Damping ...

Page 100: ...ension is maintained Suspension imbalance could significantly change handling characteristics leading to loss of control and an accident Refer to the chart above for further information or consult your dealer Warning Ensure that the adjusters are set to the same setting on both forks Settings which vary from left to right could significantly change handling characteristics leading to loss of contr...

Page 101: ...he factory with the spring pre load set at 7 clockwise turns from the fully anti clockwise position Rebound Damping Adjustment Speed Triple 1 Rebound damping adjuster The rebound damping adjuster is located at the top of each fork To change the rebound damping force rotate the slotted adjuster clockwise to increase or anti clockwise to decrease Always count the number of anti clockwise turns from ...

Page 102: ...tory with the rebound set at 10 clicks from the fully clockwise position Compression Damping Adjustment Speed Triple 1 Compression damping adjuster The compression damping adjuster is located near the bottom of both forks adjacent to the wheel spindle To change the compression damping force rotate the slotted adjuster clockwise to increase or anti clockwise to decrease Always count the number of a...

Page 103: ...5 clicks from the fully clockwise position Rear Suspension Adjustment The rear suspension unit is adjustable for both rebound and compression damping Rebound Damping Adjustment Speed Triple 1 Rebound damping adjuster The rebound damping adjuster is located at the bottom of the rear suspension unit on the left hand side of the motorcycle To adjust the rebound damping setting rotate the adjuster clo...

Page 104: ...position is counted as zero Note The motorcycle is delivered from the factory with the rebound adjuster set at 10 clicks from the fully clockwise position Compression Damping Adjustment Speed Triple 1 Compression damping adjuster The compression damping adjuster is situated below the rear suspension unit reservoir To adjust the compression damping setting rotate the slotted adjuster clockwise to i...

Page 105: ...amping and anti clockwise to decrease Always count the number of clicks anti clockwise from the fully clockwise position noting that the first stop click position is counted as zero Note The motorcycle is delivered from the factory with the rebound adjuster set at 17 clicks from the fully clockwise position All Models 1 chcx_1 Warning The rear suspension unit spring pre load is not rider adjustabl...

Page 106: ...ims marked TUBELESS Wheel Marking Tyre Inflation Pressures Correct inflation pressure will provide maximum stability rider comfort and tyre life Always check tyre pressures before riding when the tyres are cold Check tyre pressures daily and adjust if necessary See the Specification section for details of the correct inflation pressures TUBELESS TUBELESS Speed Triple Speed Triple R ...

Page 107: ...any tyre that has worn to or beyond the minimum allowable tread depth specified in the table below Warning Incorrect tyre inflation will cause abnormal tread wear and instability problems that may lead to loss of control and an accident Under inflation may result in the tyre slipping on or coming off the rim Over inflation will cause instability and accelerated tread wear Both conditions are dange...

Page 108: ...peration with excessively worn tyres is hazardous and will adversely affect traction stability and handling which may lead to loss of control and an accident When tubeless tyres become punctured leakage is often very slow Always inspect tyres very closely for punctures Check the tyres for cuts embedded nails or other sharp objects Operation with punctured or damaged tyres will adversely affect mot...

Page 109: ... Failure to replace a punctured tyre or operation with a repaired tyre can lead to instability loss of control or an accident Warning Do not install tube type tyres on tubeless rims The bead will not seat and the tyres could slip on the rims causing rapid tyre deflation that may result in a loss of vehicle control and an accident Never install an inner tube inside a tubeless tyre This will cause f...

Page 110: ...sary The same checks and adjustments must also be carried out when 100 miles have been travelled after fitting Warning Use of a motorcycle with incorrectly seated tyres incorrectly adjusted tyre pressures or when not accustomed to its handling characteristics may lead to loss of control and an accident Warning Tyres that have been used on a rolling road dynamometer may become damaged In some cases...

Page 111: ...our skin flush with water immediately If battery acid gets in your eyes flush with water for at least 15 minutes and SEEK MEDICAL ATTENTION IMMEDIATELY If battery acid is swallowed drink large quantities of water and SEEK MEDICAL ATTENTION IMMEDIATELY KEEP BATTERY ACID OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN Warning The battery contains harmful materials Always keep children away from the battery whether or ...

Page 112: ...scharge Battery Discharge During Storage and Infrequent Use of the Motorcycle During storage or infrequent use of the motorcycle 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 charged see page 113 Allowing a battery to discharge or leaving it discharg...

Page 113: ...corrosion Cover the positive terminal with the protective cap Refit the battery strap Lower and secure the fuel tank see page 85 Warning The battery gives off explosive gases keep sparks flames and cigarettes away Provide adequate ventilation when charging or using the battery in an enclosed space The battery contains sulphuric acid battery acid Contact with skin or eyes may cause severe burns Wea...

Page 114: ...should be replaced if used Front Fuse Box 1 Fuse box 2 Fuse box cover 3 Spare fuses Note For motorcycles without ABS fuse positions 1 and 2 will be empty Warning Always replace blown fuses with new ones of the correct rating as specified on the fuse box cover and never use a fuse of higher rating Use of an incorrect fuse could lead to an electrical problem resulting in motorcycle damage loss of mo...

Page 115: ...o allow access to this fuse the front panel on the fuel tank must be removed 1 Main fuse 2 Battery Circuit Protected Position Rating Amps Dip and main beam headlights 1 20 Engine management system 2 20 Cooling fan 3 15 Fuel pump 4 10 Ignition switch 5 10 Empty 6 20 10 10 15 15 10 20 20 20A 6 OPEN 5 4 3 10A 2 15A 1 20A 10A 1 2 3 3 EMPTY cebw_1 2 cgfg_1 1 ...

Page 116: ...he visibility and weather conditions in which the motorcycle is being operated Ensure that the beams are adjusted to illuminate the road surface sufficiently far ahead without dazzling oncoming traffic An incorrectly adjusted headlight may impair visibility causing an accident Warning Never attempt to adjust a headlamp beam when the motorcycle is in motion Any attempt to adjust a headlamp beam whe...

Page 117: ...s off when both beam settings are satisfactorily set Headlight Bulb Replacement Release the three fixings and remove the front panel from the fuel tank 1 Front panel 2 Fixings 1 cgfc_1 Warning The bulbs become hot during use Always allow sufficient time for the bulbs to cool before handling Avoid touching the glass part of the bulb If the glass is touched or gets dirty clean with alcohol before re...

Page 118: ...e bulb and remove the rubber cover Detach the wire retainer from its clip do not remove the screw then remove the bulb from the light unit 1 Headlight bulb 2 Bulb clip 3 Position lamp bulb To remove the position lamp bulb Without pulling the wires ease the bulb holder from its socket The bulb is removed from its holder by pulling gently upwards Installation for both bulbs is the reverse of the rem...

Page 119: ...cator Lights Bulb Replacement 1 Indicator lens 2 Securing screw The lens on each indicator light is held in place by a securing screw located in the lens of the light Release the screw and remove the lens to gain access to the bulb for replacement Warning Do not reconnect the battery until the assembly process has been completed Premature battery reconnection could result in ignition of the batter...

Page 120: ...sary to disconnect the electrical connectors Carefully remove the bulb holder from the back of the light unit Remove the bulb 1 Licence plate light 2 Bulb holder Installation is the reverse of the removal procedure noting the following Tighten the lamp fixing to 2 Nm Tighten the rear indicator fixings to 3 Nm Reconnect the battery positive red lead first Refit the front panel and tighten the side ...

Page 121: ...tch housings on the handlebar Cover with plastic bags Ignition switch and steering lock Cover the keyhole 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 cleaning cloths for washing painted polished surfaces and chassis areas Chassis areas such as wheels and under ...

Page 122: ...ems such as brake and clutch levers wheels engine covers top and bottom yokes on some models must be correctly cleaned to preserve their appearance Please contact your dealer if you are unsure which components on your motorcycle are unpainted aluminium parts Use a proprietary brand of aluminium cleaner which does not contain abrasive or caustic elements Clean aluminium items regularly in particula...

Page 123: ...xhaust system with a soft cloth Do not use an abrasive scouring pad or steel wool They will damage the finish Rinse the exhaust system thoroughly Ensure no soap or water enters the mufflers Drying Dry the exhaust system as far as possible with a soft cloth Do not run the engine to dry the system or spotting will occur Protecting When the exhaust system is dry rub Motorex 645 Clean and Protect into...

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Page 125: ...unpainted metal surfaces to prevent rusting Prevent oil from getting on rubber parts brake discs or in the brake calipers Lubricate and if necessary adjust the drive chain see page 90 Make sure the cooling system is filled with a 50 mixture of coolant noting that HD4X Hybrid OAT coolant as supplied by Triumph is pre mixed and requires no dilution and distilled water solution see page 81 Remove the...

Page 126: ...section Before starting the engine remove the spark plugs from each cylinder Put the side stand down Crank the engine on the starter motor several times until the oil pressure light goes out Replace the spark plugs tightening to 12 Nm and start the engine Check and if necessary correct the tyre pressures see page 106 Clean the entire vehicle thoroughly Check the brakes for correct operation Test r...

Page 127: ...m 32 5 in Weights Wet Weight 214 kg Maximum Payload 195 kg Engine Type In line 3 cyl Displacement 1050 cc Bore x Stroke 79 x 71 4 mm Compression Ratio 12 0 1 Cylinder Numbering Left to Right Cylinder Sequence Number 1 at left Firing Order 1 2 3 Starting System Electric Starter Performance Maximum Power 95 1 EC 135 PS 133 bhp at 9 400 rpm Maximum Torque 111 Nm 82 ft lbf at 7 750 rpm ...

Page 128: ...0 litres Cooling Coolant Type Triumph HD4X Hybrid OAT coolant Water Anti freeze ratio 50 50 premixed as supplied by Triumph Coolant Capacity 2 4 litres Thermostat Opens nominal 85 C Fuel System Type Electronic Fuel Injection Injectors Solenoid Operated Fuel Pump Submerged Electric Fuel Pressure nominal 3 bar Fuel Type 95 RON unleaded Tank Capacity 17 5 litres ...

Page 129: ... Gap Gap 0 7 mm Gap Tolerance 0 05 0 1 mm Transmission Transmission Type 6 Speed Constant Mesh Clutch Type Wet Multi Plate Final Drive Chain RK X Ring Primary Drive Ratio 1 75 1 60 105 Gear Ratios Final Drive Ratio 2 333 1 18 43 1st 2 733 1 15 41 2nd 1 947 1 19 37 3rd 1 545 1 22 34 4th 1 292 1 24 31 5th 1 154 1 26 30 6th 1 074 1 27 29 ...

Page 130: ...blo Rosso Option 5 Front and Rear Michelin Power Pure Option 6 Front and Rear Michelin Pilot Road 2CT Approved tyres Speed Triple R Option 1 Front and Rear Pirelli Diablo Supercorsa SP Option 2 Front and Rear Metzeler Racetec K3 Option 3 Front and Rear Bridgestone BT016 Option 4 Front and Rear Michelin Pilot Road 2CT Warning Use the recommended tyres ONLY in the combinations given Do not mix tyres...

Page 131: ...ator 12 Volt 35 Amp Headlight 2 x 12 Volt 60 55 watt H4 halogen Tail Brake Light LED Directional Indicator Lights 12 Volt 10 watt Frame Rake 23 0 Trail 91 mm Tightening Torques Oil Filter 10 Nm Oil Drain Plug 25 Nm Spark Plug 12 Nm Rear Wheel Eccentric Clamp Bolt 55 Nm ...

Page 132: ... or higher and JASO MA such as Castrol Power 1 Racing 4T 10W 40 fully synthetic engine oil sold as Castrol Power RS Racing 4T 10W 40 fully synthetic in some countries Brake Fluid DOT 4 Brake and Clutch Fluid Coolant Triumph HD4X Hybrid OAT coolant Bearings and Pivots Grease to NLGI 2 specification Drive Chain Chain spray suitable for O ring chains ...

Page 133: ...System 81 128 Change 83 Corrosion Inhibitors 81 Level Adjustment 82 Level Inspection 82 D Dimensions 127 Direction Indicator Lights 119 Drive Chain 89 Lubrication 90 Movement Adjustment 91 Movement Inspection 90 Wear Inspection 92 E Electrical Equipment 131 Engine Serial Number 15 Specifications 127 To Start the Engine 56 To Stop the Engine 56 Engine Oil 77 Disposal of Oil and Filters 80 Grade and...

Page 134: ...ear Light 119 Right Handlebar Switches 43 Engine Stop Switch 43 Starter Button 44 Running In 51 S Safety 5 Daily Checks 52 Fuel and Exhaust Fumes 5 Handlebars and Footrests 7 Helmet and Clothing 7 Maintenance Equipment 9 Motorcycle 5 Parking 8 Parts and Accessories 8 Riding 6 Seat Care 49 Seat Lock 49 Stand 48 Side Stand 48 Steering Wheel Bearings 96 Inspection 97 Storage Preparation after Storage...

Page 135: ...135 Index W Warning Lights 37 Warnings Warning Label Locations 10 Warning Labels 2 Warnings Cautions and Notes 1 Weights 127 ...

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