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How to Ride the Motorcycle

HOW TO RIDE THE MOTORCYCLE

Table of Contents

To Stop the Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92

To Start the Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92

Moving Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93

Changing Gears. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94

Braking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95

ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97

Parking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98

Considerations for High-Speed Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99

General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100

Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100

Luggage. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100

Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100

Tyres . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100

Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100

Engine Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101

Coolant. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101

Electrical Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101

Miscellaneous . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101

Summary of Contents for XCX

Page 1: ...y The information contained in this publication is based on the latest information available at the time of printing Triumph reserves the right to make changes at any time without prior notice or obli...

Page 2: ...n the case of the major sections a further table of contents will help you find the specific subject required Foreword 3 Foreword Safety First 6 Warning Labels 12 Parts Identification 14 Serial Number...

Page 3: ...sh Talk to Triumph Our relationship with you does not end with the purchase of your Triumph Your feedback on the buying and ownership experience is very important in helping us develop our products an...

Page 4: ...also appear on the pages containing the relevant information Maintenance To ensure a long safe and trouble free life for your motorcycle maintenance should only be carried out by an authorised Triump...

Page 5: ...o any new vehicle for the purpose of noise control prior to its sale or delivery to the ultimate purchaser or while it is in use and the use of the vehicle after such device or element of design has b...

Page 6: ...er 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...

Page 7: ...torcycle in the open air or in an area with adequate ventilation Warning When riding the motorcycle both rider and passenger must always wear a motorcycle helmet boots eye protection gloves trousers c...

Page 8: ...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 particula...

Page 9: ...nts and will also reduce the risk of injury from entrapment of clothing Warning The bank angle indicators must not be used as a guide to how far the motorcycle may be safely banked This depends on man...

Page 10: ...g the motorcycle unattended By removing the key the risk of use of the motorcycle by unauthorised or untrained persons is reduced When parking the motorcycle always remember the following Engage first...

Page 11: ...ing stability or other aspects of the motorcycle operation which may result in loss of motorcycle control and an accident Warning Consult your authorised Triumph dealer whenever there is doubt as to t...

Page 12: ...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 cinf_4 6 5 4 3 2 N 1 R...

Page 13: ...o 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 paintwo...

Page 14: ...ket 4 Fuel tank and fuel filler cap 5 Battery and fuse boxes 6 Tool kit Accessory U lock storage location 7 Seat lock 8 Rear wheel adjuster 9 Electrical auxiliary socket 10 Drive chain 11 Centre stand...

Page 15: ...20 Headlight adjuster 21 Windscreen 22 Coolant expansion tank 23 Front fork 24 Radiator Coolant pressure cap 25 Clutch cable 26 Engine oil level sight glass 27 Rear brake pedal 28 Rear suspension spri...

Page 16: ...uel tank and fuel filler cap 5 Battery and fuse boxes 6 Tool kit Accessory U lock storage location 7 Seat lock 8 Rear wheel adjuster 9 Electrical auxiliary socket 10 Drive chain 11 Centre stand 12 Sid...

Page 17: ...Windscreen 23 Coolant expansion tank 24 Front fork 25 Radiator Coolant pressure cap 26 Clutch cable 27 Engine oil level sight glass 28 Rear brake pedal 29 Rear suspension rebound damping adjuster 30 R...

Page 18: ...button 8 Trip computer display 9 Speedometer 10 Tachometer 11 Front brake fluid reservoir 12 Engine stop switch 13 Cruise control adjust button 14 Front brake lever 15 Starter button 16 Cruise contro...

Page 19: ...frame It is also displayed on a plate riveted to the frame below the pillion seat Record the vehicle identification number in the space provided below Engine Serial Number 1 Engine serial number The e...

Page 20: ...Serial Numbers 20 This page intentionally left blank...

Page 21: ...or Light 28 Engine Management System Malfunction Indicator Light MIL 29 High Coolant Temperature Warning Light 30 Low Oil Pressure Warning Light 30 Tyre Pressure Warning Light If Fitted 31 Frost Symbo...

Page 22: ...he Cruise Control Set Speed 55 Increasing Speed while in Cruise Control 56 Decreasing Speed while in Cruise Control 56 Deactivating Cruise Control 56 Ignition 57 Ignition Key 57 Engine Immobiliser 57...

Page 23: ...res 70 Replacement Tyres 70 Fuel Requirement Refuelling 70 Fuel Grade 70 Fuel Tank Cap 72 Filling the Fuel Tank 72 Handlebar Adjustment 73 Stands 75 Side stand 75 Centre Stand If Fitted 75 Seats 76 Se...

Page 24: ...General Information 24 Triumph Accessory D lock Storage 87 Running In 88 Safe Operation 89 Daily Safety Checks 89...

Page 25: ...eam indicator light 13 Low fuel level indicator light 14 Cruise control light 15 Alarm immobiliser status indicator light alarm is an accessory kit 16 Traction control disabled warning light 17 Tracti...

Page 26: ...switched on and the headlight dip switch is set to high beam the high beam warning light will illuminate Low Fuel The low fuel indicator will illuminate when there are approximately 4 0 litres of fuel...

Page 27: ...See also Braking on page 95 Alarm Immobiliser Indicator Light This Triumph model is fitted with an engine immobiliser which is activated when the ignition switch is turned to the OFF position If the m...

Page 28: ...mit rear wheel slip during periods of hard acceleration or under wet or slippery road conditions TTC Indicator Light Operation ROAD or RIDER Mode selected with TTC set to Road Under normal riding cond...

Page 29: ...ontact an authorised Triumph dealer as soon as possible to have the situation rectified In these circumstances the engine will not start Warning If the traction control is not functioning care must be...

Page 30: ...e warning light in the tachometer will illuminate if the ignition is switched on without running the engine Caution Stop the engine immediately if the high coolant temperature warning light illuminate...

Page 31: ...ng light illuminates is temperature compensated to 20 C but the numeric pressure display associated with it is not see page 138 Even if the numeric display seems at or close to the standard tyre press...

Page 32: ...low a predetermined voltage and bAt Lo will be visible in the display screen The display will remain on until one of the following conditions is met The charging system has charged the battery Either...

Page 33: ...gine speed in revolutions per minute rpm r min At the end of the tachometer range there is the red zone Engine rpm r min in the red zone is above maximum recommended engine speed and is also above the...

Page 34: ...ore bars in the display will be shown When the engine is started from hot the display will show the relevant number of bars dependant on engine temperature The normal temperature range is between four...

Page 35: ...After refuelling the fuel gauge and range to empty information will be updated only while riding the motorcycle Depending on the riding style updating could take up to five minutes Service Interval I...

Page 36: ...ights will remain on if the ignition is switched off until the hazard warning light switch is pressed again 1 Hazard warning light switch Trip Computer 1 SCROLL button up 2 SCROLL button down 3 SET bu...

Page 37: ...meter was last reset to zero After being reset the display will show dashes until 0 1 miles km has been covered Average Speed The average speed is calculated from when the trip computer was last rese...

Page 38: ...is fitted and activated see page 67 Instantaneous fuel consumption Each display provides the following information Cruise Set Speed If the cruise control is activated this display will show the road...

Page 39: ...e in the display area To exit the information menu press and release the SET button until the desired trip meter is displayed Warning When the motorcycle is in motion only attempt to switch between th...

Page 40: ...en pressing down on the SCROLL button it will scroll through in the reverse order when pressing up on the SCROLL button RIdER RIDER Mode Setup t SEt Clock Adjustment Ind Auto Self cancelling Direction...

Page 41: ...To reset the hour display ensure that the hour display is still flashing and the word Hour is visible Press the SCROLL button to change the setting Each individual button press will change the settin...

Page 42: ...n Auto The self cancelling function is on see page 61 MAnUAL The self cancelling function is off The direction indicators must be manually cancelled see page 61 1 Auto selected To exit the Auto Self c...

Page 43: ...the SCROLL button until the desired display is visible The display will scroll through in the following order when pressing down on the SCROLL button it will scroll through in the reverse order when p...

Page 44: ...for selection ROAD Mode non adjustable OFF ROAD Mode non adjustable RIDER Mode adjustable Pressing and holding the MODE button allows the rider to access the RIDER Mode setup menu see page 50 ROAD Mod...

Page 45: ...wing it to lock under heavy braking The ABS warning light will flash slowly see page 27 TTC Off Road TTC is set up for off road use allowing increased rear wheel slip when compared to the Road setting...

Page 46: ...d front wheel slip when compared to the Road setting Rear Wheel The ABS system is disabled for the rear wheel allowing it to lock under heavy braking The ABS warning light will flash slowly see page 2...

Page 47: ...tion is switched ON Selecting a Riding Mode with the Motorcycle Stationary Note If the ignition is switched on and the engine not started the instruments will display the odometer for five seconds Dur...

Page 48: ...ing engine running throttle closed clutch lever pulled in and no brakes applied for a brief period of time Riding mode selection whilst the motorcycle is in motion should only be attempted At low spee...

Page 49: ...following conditions are met Within 30 seconds of pressing the MODE button the rider must carry out the following simultaneously Close the throttle Pull the clutch in Ensure that the brakes are not e...

Page 50: ...e RIDER settings will not become active until the RIDER Mode is selected see page 46 To set the RIDER Mode options with the motorcycle stationary and in neutral turn the ignition to the ON position Pr...

Page 51: ...button to confirm your selection ABS is now visible in the display screen ABS Options Press the SCROLL button and choose one of the available ABS options Road Off Road Off Road Option Shown Press the...

Page 52: ...R is displayed RIdER Displayed Press the SCROLL button up once REtURn is displayed REtURn Displayed Warning If the traction control is disabled the motorcycle will handle as normal but without tractio...

Page 53: ...blind bends or when they are slippery Using cruise control in heavy traffic on roads with sharp blind bends or when they are slippery may result in loss of motorcycle control and an accident Warning T...

Page 54: ...the SET adjust button To turn on the cruise control press in the ON OFF button 1 Cruise control ON OFF button 2 Cruise control adjust button SET 3 Cruise control adjust button RES To activate cruise...

Page 55: ...more than 60 seconds The set speed can be resumed by pressing and releasing the RES adjust button provided the conditions described on page 54 have been met 1 Cruise control ON OFF button 2 Cruise con...

Page 56: ...then press the SET adjust button Decreasing Speed while in Cruise Control To decrease speed press and release the SET adjust button Each press of the button will decrease the speed by 1 mph or 1 km h...

Page 57: ...ignition keys near the switch may interrupt the signal between the transponder and the engine immobiliser In this situation the engine immobiliser will remain active until one of the ignition keys is...

Page 58: ...position lights will be switched on Note Do not leave the steering lock in the P position for long periods of time as this will cause the battery to discharge P U SH P OFF O N 3 2 5 1 4 Warning For r...

Page 59: ...only the ignition switch should be used to stop the engine Starter Button The starter button operates the electric starter For the starter to operate the clutch lever must be pulled to the handlebar N...

Page 60: ...lluminate 1 Headlight dip switch Note A lighting ON OFF switch is not fitted to this model The position light rear light and licence plate light all function automatically when the ignition is turned...

Page 61: ...ht seconds after turning the direction indicator on and after riding a further 65 metres the direction indicator self cancel system will automatically cancel the indicators The direction indicators ca...

Page 62: ...n and will turn off as soon as the button is released Instrument SCROLL button When the SCROLL button is pressed and released it will scroll through the menu visible in the instrument s display screen...

Page 63: ...heated grips will only heat when the engine is running The system is designed to offer a variable level of heat at the grips from warm to hot OFF white HOT red WARM amber 1 Heated grip switch For maxi...

Page 64: ...se number four of the front fuse box protects the heated grip circuit refer to the label in the fuse box lid for fuse amperage Throttle Control 1 Throttle open position 2 Throttle closed position 3 Cr...

Page 65: ...hrottle Brake and Clutch Lever Adjusters 1 Adjuster wheel brake lever shown 2 Arrow mark An adjuster is fitted to both the front brake and clutch levers The adjusters allow the distance from the handl...

Page 66: ...g Do not attempt to adjust the lever with the motorcycle in motion as this may lead to loss of motorcycle control and an accident After adjusting the lever operate the motorcycle in an area free from...

Page 67: ...y TPMS is not available on Tiger XCX models Warning Do not attempt to adjust the traction control settings while the motorcycle is in motion as this may lead to loss of motorcycle control and an accid...

Page 68: ...re pressure monitoring system fitted The tyre pressure monitoring system TPMS is an accessory fitted item and must be fitted by your authorised Triumph dealer The TPMS display on the instruments will...

Page 69: ...o select a trip meter TPMS Sensor Batteries When the battery voltage in a pressure sensor is low lo bAtt will be displayed for eight seconds and the TPMS symbol will indicate which wheel sensor has th...

Page 70: ...l give optimum performance if the correct grade of fuel is used Tiger XRX and Tiger XCX models can use unleaded fuel with an octane rating of 91 RON or higher This motorcycle can use fuel with a maxim...

Page 71: ...fuel is 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...

Page 72: ...usty conditions where airborne material can contaminate the fuel Fill the fuel tank slowly to help prevent spillage Do not fill the tank to a level above the bottom of the filler neck This will ensure...

Page 73: ...fuel leak or spillage or any failure to observe the safety advice given above may lead to a fire hazard which could cause damage to property and injury or death to persons Fuel spilled near to or onto...

Page 74: ...d align the fixing holes Reposition the handlebars to the risers Refit the upper clamps and secure with the two 10 mm threaded fixings in the rear fixing positions Do not fully tighten the fixings at...

Page 75: ...centre stand hold the motorcycle upright step down firmly on the foot finder part of the stand then lift the motorcycle up and to the rear using the rear grab rail as a handhold For instructions on s...

Page 76: ...ck and turn it anticlockwise while pressing down on the rear of the seat This will release the seat from its lock and allow it to be slid rearwards for complete removal from the motorcycle Caution To...

Page 77: ...correctly fitted Never ride the motorcycle with the pillion seat detached or removed as the front seat will not be secure and may move A loose or detached seat could cause loss of motorcycle control...

Page 78: ...ght adjuster 4 Low seat height position rear shown 5 High seat height position rear shown The rider s seat is adjustable for height by approximately 25 mm To adjust the rider s seat Remove the rider s...

Page 79: ...in an unfamiliar position may cause loss of motorcycle control and an accident Warning Always ensure both windscreen adjusters are adjusted to the same position Riding the motorcycle with an incorrec...

Page 80: ...ght ensuring both adjustment blocks are set to the same position Tighten the adjuster knobs to secure the windscreen in position Tool Kit and Handbook The tool kit is located under the pillion seat an...

Page 81: ...ition Electrical Accessory Socket 1 Electrical accessory socket An electrical accessory socket is provided on the motorcycle located next to the ignition switch The socket will provide a 12 volt elect...

Page 82: ...mbined total current which may be drawn through the electrical accessory and auxiliary sockets is five Amps A plug suitable for use with the electrical accessory and auxiliary sockets is available fro...

Page 83: ...andle to its fully raised position Lift the pannier free from the pannier mountings To Install Each Pannier Insert the key into the lock Turn the key to the RELEASE position and lift the carrying hand...

Page 84: ...ying handle to the fully closed position whilst turning the key to the LOCK position Remove the key Pannier Operation 1 Key slot shown in the LOCK position 2 Lock position symbol 3 Unlock position sym...

Page 85: ...two panniers fitted to this motorcycle are designed to be fitted as a pair Never ride the motorcycle with only one pannier installed Riding the motorcycle with one pannier installed may cause the moto...

Page 86: ...imum loading weight is made up from the combined weight of the rider passenger any accessories fitted and any load carried Warning Never ride an accessory equipped motorcycle or a motorcycle carrying...

Page 87: ...o secure the lock body 1 Lock U section 2 Rear mudguard lock support features 3 Tool kit strap tool kit not shown removed for clarity 4 Lock body Warning This motorcycle must not be operated above the...

Page 88: ...lometres Avoid extreme braking ride with caution and allow for greater braking distances during the breaking in period Do not use full throttle Avoid high engine speeds at all times Avoid riding at on...

Page 89: ...of the control cables page 129 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 meeting resistance...

Page 90: ...General Information 90 This page intentionally left blank...

Page 91: ...e 92 To Start the Engine 92 Moving Off 93 Changing Gears 94 Braking 95 ABS Anti Lock Brake System 97 Parking 98 Considerations for High Speed Operation 99 General 100 Steering 100 Luggage 100 Brakes 1...

Page 92: ...switch ON Note When the 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 of...

Page 93: ...h position Moving Off Pull in the clutch lever and select first gear Open the throttle a little and let out the clutch lever slowly As the clutch starts to engage open the throttle a little more allow...

Page 94: ...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 wh...

Page 95: ...ycle Change down one gear at a time such that the transmission is in first gear when the motorcycle comes to a complete stop When stopping always apply both brakes at the same time Normally the front...

Page 96: ...ng to loss of control and an accident When riding in wet or rainy conditions or on loose surfaces the ability to manoeuvre and stop will be reduced All of your actions should be smooth under these con...

Page 97: ...motorcycle on loose wet or muddy roads braking effectiveness will be reduced by dust mud or moisture collecting on the brakes Always brake earlier in these conditions to ensure brake surfaces are clea...

Page 98: ...o not continue to ride for longer than is necessary with the indicator light illuminated In the event of a fault contact an authorised Triumph dealer as soon as possible to have the fault checked and...

Page 99: ...mage to property or personal injury Warning The engine and exhaust system will be hot after riding DO NOT park where pedestrians and children are likely to touch the motorcycle Touching any part of th...

Page 100: ...king and tyre safety in the Maintenance and Adjustment section and in the Specifications section Fuel Have sufficient fuel for the increased fuel consumption that will result from high speed operation...

Page 101: ...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 th...

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Page 103: ...e maximum vehicle loading weight of Tiger XRX 219 kg 483 lb Tiger XCX 217 kg 478 lb This maximum loading weight is made up from the combined weight of the rider passenger any accessories fitted and an...

Page 104: ...ovements that could lead to loss of motorcycle control and an accident Warning The handling and braking capabilities of a motorcycle will be affected by the presence of a passenger The rider must make...

Page 105: ...ling of the motorcycle Failure to allow for changes in motorcycle stability may lead to loss of motorcycle control and an accident Remember that the 80 mph 130 km h absolute limit will be reduced by t...

Page 106: ...Accessories Loading and Passengers 106 This page intentionally left blank...

Page 107: ...119 Throttle Control 120 Inspection 120 Clutch 120 Inspection 121 Adjustment 121 Drive Chain 121 Chain Lubrication 122 Chain Free Movement Inspection 122 Chain Free Movement Adjustment 122 Chain and...

Page 108: ...on Setting Chart Tiger XRX only 133 Rear Suspension Setting Chart Tiger XCX only 133 Rear Suspension Adjustment 133 Spring Preload Adjustment Tiger XRX only 134 Spring Preload Adjustment Tiger XCX onl...

Page 109: ...t 149 Position Light Bulb Replacement 150 Rear Light Licence Plate Light 150 Direction Indicator Lights 151 Cleaning 151 Care of Matt Paintwork 151 Preparation for Washing 151 Where to be Careful 152...

Page 110: ...motorcycle reaches the specified mileage In addition to this annual based items will require maintenance at their specified annual intervals In all cases maintenance must be carried out at or before t...

Page 111: ...stem check for leaks chafing etc Day Throttle body plate butterfly check clean Autoscan carry out a full Autoscan using the Triumph diagnostic tool print a customer copy ABS modulator check for stored...

Page 112: ...tyre damage check Day Tyre pressures check adjust Day Electrical Lights instruments and electrical systems check Day Steering and suspension Steering check for free operation Day Forks check for leaks...

Page 113: ...miles 300 km Drive chain rubbing strip check Day Drive chain rubbing strip renew General Fasteners inspect visually for security Day Bank angle indicators inspect visually for wear Day Accessory rack...

Page 114: ...eteriorated 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...

Page 115: ...ments Warm up the engine thoroughly and then stop the engine and secure the motorcycle in an upright position on level ground Place an oil drain pan beneath the engine Remove the oil drain plug Unscre...

Page 116: ...ome countries Triumph recommends the fully synthetic 10W 40 motorcycle engine oil for most conditions The oil viscosity may need to be changed to accommodate the ambient temperatures in you riding are...

Page 117: ...ant 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 con...

Page 118: ...imum level the coolant level must be adjusted Coolant Level Adjustment 1 Expansion tank fuel tank shown removed for clarity 2 Expansion tank cap Allow the engine to cool The expansion tank cap can be...

Page 119: ...ects 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 co...

Page 120: ...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 premat...

Page 121: ...usted 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 gritt...

Page 122: ...in 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...

Page 123: ...weight on the chain Measure the length of 20 links on the straight part of the chain from pin centre of the 1st pin to the pin centre of the 21st pin Since the chain may wear unevenly take measurement...

Page 124: ...tive purposes Warning Never neglect chain maintenance and always have chains installed by an authorised Triumph dealer Use a genuine Triumph supplied chain as specified in the Triumph Parts Catalogue...

Page 125: ...h recommend a period of careful breaking in that will optimise the performance and longevity of the brake discs and brake pads The recommended distance for breaking in new brake discs and brake pads i...

Page 126: ...er or pedal 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 mot...

Page 127: ...he upper level line using new DOT 4 fluid from a sealed container Refit the cover ensuring that the diaphragm seal is correctly positioned between the cap and reservoir body Tighten the cap retaining...

Page 128: ...nsuring it is fully tightened Brake Light Switches The brake light is activated independently by either the front or rear brake If with the ignition in the ON position the brake light does not work wh...

Page 129: ...forward and backward If any free play can be detected in the steering headstock bearings ask your authorised Triumph dealer to inspect and rectify any faults before riding Remove the support and plac...

Page 130: ...ine each fork for any sign of damage scratching of the slider surface or for oil leaks If any damage or leakage is found consult an authorised Triumph dealer To check that the forks operate smoothly P...

Page 131: ...with the front suspension set at the Solo normal riding setting as shown in the relevant suspension chart see page 132 Rebound Damping Adjustment Tiger XCX only The rebound damping adjuster is located...

Page 132: ...ight and personal preferences See the following pages for information regarding suspension adjustment Loading Front Compression Damping1 left hand fork Rebound Damping1 right hand fork Solo Normal Rid...

Page 133: ...ment Rear Suspension Adjustment The Rear Suspension Unit RSU on the Tiger XRX is adjustable for spring preload The RSU on the Tiger XCX is adjustable for spring preload and rebound damping Loading Spr...

Page 134: ...preload set at the Solo normal riding settings as shown in the relevant suspension chart see page 133 Spring Preload Adjustment Tiger XCX only 1 Spring preload adjuster Tiger XCX 2 RSU The spring prel...

Page 135: ...with the rebound adjuster set at the Solo normal riding settings as shown in the relevant suspension chart see page 133 Bank Angle Indicators Bank angle indicators are located on the riders footrests...

Page 136: ...o use an inner tube in a spoked wheel will cause deflation of the tyre resulting in loss of motorcycle control and an accident Warning Do not install tube type tyres on tubeless rims The bead will not...

Page 137: ...of approved tyre marked TUBELESS may be suitable for use with an inner tube Where this is the case the tyre wall will be marked with text permitting the fitment of an inner tube see illustration belo...

Page 138: ...the inflation pressure The cold inflation pressures specified by Triumph take account of this Owners must only adjust tyre pressures when the tyres are cold using an accurate pressure gauge and must n...

Page 139: ...on should only then be attempted by riders who have been instructed in the techniques necessary for high speed riding and are familiar with the motorcycle s characteristics in all conditions High spee...

Page 140: ...d and balanced by your authorised Triumph dealer who has the necessary training and skills to ensure safe effective fitment Tyre Pressure Monitoring System Only on models fitted with TPMS Warning Inne...

Page 141: ...tyre damage may not always be visible from the outside Operation of the motorcycle with damaged tyres could lead to loss of control and an accident Warning When replacement tyres or inner tubes are r...

Page 142: ...lf adhesive weights Clip on weights may damage the wheel tyre or inner tube resulting in tyre deflation loss of motorcycle control and an accident Warning Under some circumstances the battery can give...

Page 143: ...Be sure that the cable connections are clean The battery is a sealed type and does not require any maintenance other than checking the voltage and routine recharging when required such as during stor...

Page 144: ...l 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 145 Allowing a battery to discharge...

Page 145: ...se to the terminals to prevent corrosion Cover the positive terminal with the protective cap Refit the battery strap Refit the rider s seat Warning The battery gives off explosive gases keep sparks fl...

Page 146: ...fuse box covers as shown below Spare fuses are located at right angles to the main fuses and should be replaced if used 1 Front fuse box cover 2 Front fuse box 3 Spare fuses 4 Rear fuse box 5 Rear fu...

Page 147: ...e management 4 20 Alarm diagnostic connector instruments 5 10 Dip and main beam headlights starter relay 6 20 Warning Adjust road speed to suit the visibility and weather conditions in which the motor...

Page 148: ...screw clockwise to move the beam to the right or anticlockwise to move the beam to the left Switch the headlights off when the beam settings are satisfactory Caution Do not cover the headlight or lens...

Page 149: ...ds until it stops 2 This will lower the headlight beams by approximately 2 Headlight Bulb Replacement It is not necessary to remove the headlight when bulb replacement becomes necessary 1 Bulb retaine...

Page 150: ...3 Position light bulb The position light is fitted to the centre of the headlight To replace the bulb remove the four fixings and remove the headlight surround detach the rubber retainer from the head...

Page 151: ...Do not use household detergent as the use of such products will lead to premature corrosion Although under the terms of your motorcycle warranty cover is provided against the corrosion of certain item...

Page 152: ...stic bags and tape and clear the air intakes Lubricate the pivots bolts and nuts Test the brakes before motorcycle operation Start the engine and run it for five minutes Ensure adequate ventilation fo...

Page 153: ...the windscreen with a solution of mild soap or detergent and lukewarm water After cleaning rinse well and then dry with a soft lint free cloth If the transparency of the windscreen is reduced by scra...

Page 154: ...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...

Page 155: ...an dry out and distort the leather Do not leave your leather product in direct sunlight for prolonged periods of time Do not dry your leather product by applying direct heat to it at any time If your...

Page 156: ...Maintenance and Adjustment 156 This page intentionally left blank...

Page 157: ...painted 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 122 Make sure the coo...

Page 158: ...Daily Safety Checks 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 Refit the spark plugs tight...

Page 159: ...eat Height 810 mm 31 9 in 840 mm 33 1 in Weights Wet Weight 93 93 EC 216 kg 476 lb 221 kg 487 lb Maximum Payload 219 kg 483 lb 217 kg 478 lb Engine Type In line 3 cylinder In line 3 cylinder Displacem...

Page 160: ...Lubrication wet sump Pressure Lubrication wet sump Engine Oil Capacities Dry Fill 4 1 litres 4 1 litres Oil Filter Change 3 6 litres 3 6 litres Oil Change Only 3 4 litres 3 4 litres Cooling Coolant T...

Page 161: ...ectric Submerged Electric Fuel Pressure nominal 3 5 bar 3 5 bar Fuel Type 91 RON unleaded 91 RON unleaded Tank Capacity motorcycle upright 20 0 litres 20 0 litres Ignition Ignition System Digital Indu...

Page 162: ...Final Drive Chain DID O ring 124 link DID O ring 124 link Primary Drive Ratio 1 667 1 85 51 1 667 1 85 51 Gear Ratios Final Drive Ratio 3 125 1 50 16 3 125 1 50 16 1st 2 313 1 37 16 2 313 1 37 16 2nd...

Page 163: ...36 lb in Rear 2 9 bar 42 lb in 2 9 bar 42 lb in Warning Use the recommended tyres ONLY in the combinations given Do not mix tyres from different manufacturers or mix different specification tyres from...

Page 164: ...the Internet at www triumph co uk Warning The use of dual purpose tyres will result in reduced motorcycle stability Always operate a motorcycle equipped with dual purpose tyres at reduced speeds The p...

Page 165: ...g 12 volt 14 Ah 12 volt 14 Ah Alternator 12 volt 34 Amp at 5 000 rpm 12 volt 34 Amp at 5 000 rpm Headlight 2 x 12 volt 55 60 watt H4 Halogen 2 x 12 volt 55 60 watt H4 Halogen Tail Brake Light LED LED...

Page 166: ...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 fully synthetic engine oil sold as Castrol Power RS Racing 4T 10W 40 ful...

Page 167: ...41 Clutch 120 Adjustment 121 Inspection 121 Considerations for High Speed Operation 99 Cooling System 117 Change 119 Coolant Level Inspection 118 Corrosion Inhibitors 117 Level Adjustment 118 Cruise...

Page 168: ...Trip Meters 37 L Left Handlebar Switches 60 Direction Indicator Switch 61 Headlight Dip Switch 60 Heated Grips Switch 63 Horn Button 61 Instrument SCROLL Button 62 Pass Button 62 Licence Plate Light 1...

Page 169: ...eering Wheel Bearings 129 Inspection 129 Storage Preparation after Storage 158 Preparation for Storage 157 T Talk to Triumph 3 Throttle Control 64 120 Inspection 120 Tightening Torques 166 Tool Kit 80...

Page 170: ...Index 170 This page intentionally left blank...

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