Triumph Tiger 850 Sport 2020, Owner'S Handbook Manual

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Maintenance
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Warning
Never attempt to dismantle any part
of the suspension units
All suspension units contain
pressurized oil.
Skin and eye damage can result from
contact with the pressurized oil.
Tiger 900 GT Pro Shown
To check that the forks operate
smoothly:
• Position the motorcycle on level
ground.
• While holding the handlebars and
applying the front brake, pump the
forks up and down several times.
• If roughness or excessive stiffness
is detected, consult your authorized
Triumph dealer.
• If any damage or leakage is found,
consult your authorized Triumph
dealer.
• Examine each fork for any sign of
damage, scratching of the slider
surface, or for oil leaks.
Rear Suspension
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 part
of the suspension units
All suspension units contain
pressurized oil.
Skin and eye damage can result from
contact with the pressurized oil.
Rear Suspension Setting Charts
Warning
Make sure that the correct balance
between front and rear suspension is
maintained.
Suspension imbalance could
significantly change handling
characteristics leading to loss of
motorcycle control and an accident.
Refer to the tables for further
information or consult your authorized
Triumph dealer.
The motorcycle is delivered from the
factory with the rear suspension set
at the Solo (normal) riding settings, as
shown in the relevant suspension chart.
The Solo suspension settings provide
a comfortable ride and good handling
characteristics for general, solo riding.