Triumph XCX, Owner'S Handbook Manual

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Foreword – Safety First
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FOREWORD – SAFETY FIRST
The Motorcycle
Warning
The Tiger XR
X
and Tiger XC
X
are
designed for on-road and light off-
road use. Light off-road use includes
use on unpaved, dirt or gravel roads,
but does not include riding on any
motocross course, any off-road
competition (such as motocross or
enduro riding), or riding off-road with
a passenger.
Light off-road use does not include
jumping the motorcycle or riding over
obstacles. Do not attempt to jump
over any bumps or obstacles. Do not
attempt to ride over any obstacles.
Extreme off-road use could lead to
loss of motorcycle control and an
accident.
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 designed for use as
a two-wheeled vehicle capable of
carrying a rider on his/her own, or a
rider and one passenger.
The total weight of the rider, and any
passenger, accessories and luggage
must not exceed the maximum load
limit of:
Tiger XR
X
– 219 kg (483 lb)
Tiger XC
X
– 217 kg (478 lb).
Warning
This motorcycle is fitted with a
catalytic converter below the engine,
which along with the exhaust system
reaches very high temperature during
engine operation. Flammable materials
such as grass, hay/straw, leaves,
clothing and luggage etc. could ignite
if allowed to come into contact with
any part of the exhaust system and
catalytic converter; always ensure
flammable materials are not allowed to
contact the exhaust system or
catalytic converter.