Triumph Tiger Explorer XR 2016, Service Manual

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Fuel Requirements
Fuel Requirements - all countries except USA
This model must be run on 91 RON or higher unleaded fuel.
Fuel Requirements - USA
In the United States of America where the octane rating of fuel is measured in a different way, the following
information may be applied:
This model is designed to run on unleaded gasoline with a CLC or AKI octane rating (R+M)/2 of 87 or higher.
Note
If 'Knocking' or 'Pinking' occurs at a steady engine speed under normal load, use a different brand of
gasoline or a higher octane rating.
CAUTION
The use of leaded gasoline is illegal in some countries, states or territories and will invalidate the vehicle and
emissions control warranties. Additionally, leaded gasoline will cause damage to emissions control
components.
Oxygenated Gasoline
To help in meeting clean air standards, some areas of the U.S. use oxygenated gasoline to help reduce harmful
emissions. This model will give best performance when using unleaded gasoline. However, the following should
be used as a guide to the use of oxygenated fuels.
CAUTION
Because of the generally higher volatility of oxygenated fuels, starting, engine response and fuel
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