Triumph 2010 Rocket III Handbook
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Foreword
FOREWORD
This handbook contains information on the Triumph Rocket III Touring motorcycle. Always store
this owner's handbook with the motorcycle and refer to it for information whenever necessary.
Warnings, Cautions and
Notes
Throughout this owner's handbook
particularly important information is
presented in the following form:
Note:
• This note symbol indicates points
of particular interest for more
efficient and convenient operation.
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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, which, if not
strictly observed, could result in damage to,
or destruction of, equipment.
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Warning Labels
At certain areas of the
motorcycle, the symbol (left)
can be seen. The symbol
means 'CAUTION: REFER TO
THE HANDBOOK' and will
be followed by a pictorial
representation of the subject
concerned.
Never attempt to ride the motorcycle or
make any adjustments without reference to
the relevant instructions contained in this
handbook.
See pages 10 and 11 for the location of all
labels bearing this symbol. Where necessary,
this symbol will 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 Triumph dealer.
Only an authorised Triumph dealer will have
the necessary knowledge, equipment and
skills to maintain your Triumph motorcycle
correctly.
To locate your nearest Triumph dealer, visit
the Triumph web site at www.triumph.co.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:
a) The removal or rendering
inoperative by any person other than
for purposes of maintenance, repair
or replacement, of any device or
element of design incorporated into
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,
b) the use of the vehicle after such
device or element of design has
been removed or rendered
inoperative by any person.
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Owner's Handbook
Thank you for choosing a Triumph
motorcycle. This motorcycle is the product of
Triumph's use of proven engineering,
exhaustive testing, and continuous striving for
superior reliability, safety and performance.
Please read this owner's handbook before
riding in order to become thoroughly familiar
with the correct operation of your
motorcycle's controls, its features, capabilities
and limitations.
This handbook includes safe riding tips, but
does not contain all the techniques and skills
necessary to ride a motorcycle safely.
Triumph strongly recommends that all riders
undertake the necessary training to ensure
safe operation of this motorcycle.
This handbook is also available from your
local dealer in:
•Dutch;
• French;
•German;
• Italian;
• Japanese;
•Spanish;
•Swedish.
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the purchase 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
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where you can give us this feedback.
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Warning
This owner's handbook, and all other
instructions that are supplied with your
motorcycle, should be considered a
permanent part of your motorcycle and
should remain with it even if your
motorcycle is subsequently sold.
All riders must read this owner's handbook
and all other instructions which are
supplied with your motorcycle, before
riding, in order to become thoroughly
familiar with the correct operation of your
motorcycle's controls, its features,
capabilities and limitations. Do not lend
your motorcycle to others as riding when
not familiar with your motorcycle's
controls, features, capabilities and
limitations can lead to an accident.
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Information
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
obligation.
Not to be reproduced wholly or in part without the written permission of Triumph Motorcycles
Limited.
© Copyright 02.2010 Triumph Motorcycles Limited, Hinckley, Leicestershire, England.
Publication part number 3852901 issue 4.
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
Serial Numbers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
How to Ride the Motorcycle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Accessories, Loading and Passengers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Maintenance and Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
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Foreword - Safety First
FOREWORD - SAFETY FIRST
The Motorcycle Fuel and Exhaust Fumes
Warning
This motorcycle is designed for on-road
use only. It is not suitable for off-road use.
Off-road operation could lead to loss of
control of the motorcycle resulting in an
accident causing injury or loss of life.
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
220 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 immediate medical
attention.
Spillage on the skin should be immediately
washed off with soap and water and
clothing contaminated with petrol should
immediately be removed.
Burns and other serious skin conditions
may result from contact with petrol.
Warning
Never start your engine or let it run for any
length of time in a closed area. The
exhaust fumes are poisonous and may
cause loss of consciousness and death
within a short time. Always operate your
motorcycle in the open-air or in an area
with adequate ventilation.
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Foreword - Safety First
Helmet and Clothing Parking
Warning
When riding the motorcycle, both rider
and passenger must always wear a
motorcycle helmet, eye protection, gloves,
boots, trousers (close fitting around the
knee and ankle) and a brightly coloured
jacket. Brightly coloured clothing will
considerably increase a rider's (or
passenger's) visibility to other operators of
road vehicles. Although full protection is
not possible, wearing correct protective
clothing can reduce the risk of injury when
riding.
Warning
A helmet is one of the most important
pieces of riding gear as it offers protection
against head injuries. You and your
passenger's helmet should be carefully
chosen and should fit you or your
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.
Warning
Always turn off the engine and remove the
ignition key before leaving 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 gear to help prevent the
motorcycle from rolling off the stand.
The engine and exhaust system will be hot
after riding. DO NOT park where
pedestrians, animals and/or children 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.
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Foreword - Safety First
Parts and Accessories
Triumph does not accept any liability
whatsoever for defects caused by the fitting
of non-approved parts, accessories or
conversions or the fitting of any approved
parts, accessories or conversions by
non-approved personnel.
Maintenance/Equipment
Warning
Owners should be aware that the only
approved parts, accessories and
conversions for any Triumph motorcycle
are those which carry official Triumph
approval and are fitted to the motorcycle
by an authorised dealer.
In particular, it is extremely hazardous to fit
or replace parts or accessories whose fitting
requires the dismantling of, or addition to,
either the electrical or fuel systems and any
such modification could cause a safety
hazard.
The fitting of any non-approved parts,
accessories or conversions may adversely
affect the handling, stability or other aspect
of the motorcycle operation that may result
in an accident causing injury or death.
Warning
Consult your authorised Triumph dealer
whenever there is doubt as to the correct
or safe operation of this Triumph
motorcycle.
Remember that continued operation of an
incorrectly performing motorcycle may
aggravate a fault and may also prejudice
safety.
Warning
When banking and the bank angle
indicator, attached to the rider’s footboard,
makes contact with the ground, the
motorcycle is nearing its bank angle limit. A
further increase of the banking angle is
unsafe.
Banking to an unsafe angle may cause
instability, loss of motorcycle control and an
accident.
1. Bank angle indicator
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Foreword - Safety First
Riding
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,
which may result in an accident causing
injury or death.
Warning
If the motorcycle is involved in an accident,
collision or fall, it must be taken to an
authorised Triumph dealer for inspection
and repair. Any accident can cause
damage to the motorcycle that, if not
correctly repaired, may cause a second
accident that may result in injury or death.
Warning
Never ride the motorcycle when fatigued
or under the influence of alcohol or other
drugs.
Riding when under the influence of alcohol
or other drugs is illegal.
Riding when fatigued or under the
influence of alcohol or other drugs reduces
the rider's ability to maintain control of the
motorcycle and may lead to loss of control
and an accident.
Warning
All riders must be licenced to operate the
motorcycle. Operation of the motorcycle
without a licence is illegal and could lead to
prosecution.
Operation of the motorcycle without
formal training in the correct riding
techniques that are necessary to become
licenced is dangerous and may lead to loss
of motorcycle control and an accident.
Warning
Always ride defensively and wear the
protective equipment mentioned
elsewhere in this foreword. Remember, in
an accident, a motorcycle does not give the
same impact protection as a car.
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Foreword - Safety First
Handlebars and Footrests
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 reduce speed in potentially
hazardous driving conditions such as bad
weather or heavy traffic.
Warning
Continually observe and react to changes
in road surface, traffic and wind conditions.
All two-wheeled vehicles are subject to
external forces which may cause an
accident. These forces include but are not
limited to:
• Wind draft from passing vehicles;
• Potholes, uneven or damaged
road surfaces;
• Bad weather;
• Rider error.
Always operate the motorcycle at
moderate speed and away from heavy
traffic until you have become thoroughly
familiar with its handling and operating
characteristics. Never exceed the legal
speed limit.
Warning
The rider must maintain control of the
vehicle by keeping hands on the
handlebars at all times.
The handling and stability of a motorcycle
will be adversely affected if the rider
removes his hands from the handlebars,
resulting in loss of motorcycle control and
an accident.
Warning
The rider and passenger must always use
the footrests provided, during operation of
the vehicle.
By using the footrests, both rider and
passenger will reduce the risk of
inadvertent contact with any motorcycle
components and will also reduce the risk of
injury from entrapment of clothing.
Warning Labels
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WARNING LABELS
Warning Label Locations – Rocket III Touring
The labels detailed on this and the following pages draw your attention to important safety
information in this handbook. Before riding, ensure that all riders have understood and
complied with all the information to which these labels relate.
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(page 80)
E n g i n e O i l
(page 61 )
Coolant
(page 65)
Windscreen
(page 75)
Warning Labels
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WARNING LABELS
Warning Label Locations – Rocket III Touring (continued)
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MAX LOAD
7kg(15.4lbs)
Unleaded
Fuel
(page 30)
Helmet
(page 6)
Daily Safety
Checks
(page 37)
Pannier
System
(page 34)
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Parts Identification
PARTS IDENTIFICATION
1. Front indicator
2. Headlight
3. Coolant expansion tank
4. Oil filler cap/Dipstick
5. Tool kit (in left hand pannier)
6. Rear light
7. Rear indicator
8. Left hand pannier
9. Side stand
10.Gear change pedal
11. R a d i a t o r
12.Coolant pressure cap
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Parts Identification
PARTS IDENTIFICATION
13.Right hand pannier
14.Rear suspension unit
15.Battery (beneath seat)
16 . Fu e l ta n k
17.Fuel filler cap
18.Front fork
19.Front brake disc
20.Front brake caliper
21.Rear brake pedal
22.Rear brake fluid reservoir
23.Engine management ECM (beneath
right hand side panel)
24.Silencer
25.Rear brake disc
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Parts Identification
1. C l u tc h l ev er
2. Headlight dipswitch
3. Fog lamp switch (if equipped)
4. Indicator switch
5. Horn switch
6. Ignition switch
7. Speedometer
8. Odometer/Trip meters/Clock/Range
to empty
9. Fuel gauge
10. Front brake fluid reservoir
11. Engine stop switch
12.Scroll button
13.Starter button
14.Front brake lever
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Serial Numbers
SERIAL NUMBERS
Vehicle Identification
Number (VIN)
The vehicle identification number is stamped
into the steering head area of the frame. It is
also displayed on a plate, riveted to the
frame, behind the right hand side panel.
Record the vehicle identification number in
the space provided below.
Engine Serial Number
The engine serial number is stamped on the
engine crankcase, towards the rear, on the
right hand side.
Record the engine serial number in the space
provided below.
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Serial Numbers
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GENERAL INFORMATION
Table of Contents
Instrument Panel Layout - Without ABS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Instrument Panel Layout - With ABS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Speedometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Fuel Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Odometer/Trip Meter/Clock/Range to Empty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Trip Meter Reset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Range to Empty. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Clock Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Warning Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Ignition Key. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Ignition Switch/Steering Lock. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Ignition Switch Positions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Right Handlebar Switches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Engine Stop Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Starter Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Left Handlebar Switches. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Headlight Dip Switch. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Direction Indicator Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Horn Button. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Fuel Requirement/Refuelling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Fuel Grade . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Fuel Tank Cap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Filling the Fuel Tank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Stand . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Side Stand . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Tool Kit and Handbook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Seat Retainers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Seat Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
General Information
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Windscreen. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
To remove the windscreen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
To install the windscreen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Pannier System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
To remove the panniers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
To install the panniers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Running-In . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Safe Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Daily Safety Checks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
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General Information
Instrument Panel Layout - Without ABS
1. F u e l g au g e
2. Speedometer
3. Odometer/Trip meters/Clock/Range
to empty
4. Left turn indicator light
5. Alarm status indicator light (alarm is
an accessory fit)
6. Low fuel level indicator light
7. Low oil pressure warning light
8. Neutral indicator light
9. High coolant temperature warning
light
10.High beam indicator light
11. Engine management malfunction
indicator light
12.Right turn indicator light
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Instrument Panel Layout - With ABS
1. F u e l g au g e
2. Speedometer
3. Odometer/Trip meters/Clock/Range
to empty
4. ABS warning light
5. Neutral indicator light
6. Alarm status indicator light (alarm is
an accessory fit)
7. Low fuel level indicator light
8. Low oil pressure warning light
9. Direction indicator light
10.High coolant temperature warning
light
11. High beam indicator light
12.Engine management malfunction
indicator light
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General Information
Speedometer
The speedometer indicates the road speed of
the motorcycle.
Fuel Gauge
1. F u e l g au g e
The fuel gauge indicates the amount of fuel
in the tank.
When there are approximately 5.0 litres of
fuel remaining in the tank, the low fuel
indicator will illuminate (see page 24).
After refuelling, the fuel gauge and range to
empty information will be updated only while
riding the motorcycle.
Depending on the riding style, this could take
up to 5 minutes.
Odometer/Trip
Meter/Clock/Range to Empty
1. Odometer/Trip meter
display/Clock/Range to empty
2. Scroll button
The odometer shows the total distance that
the motorcycle has travelled.
There are two trip meters. Either trip meter
shows the distance that the motorcycle has
travelled since the meter on display was last
reset to zero.
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Warning
Do not attempt to switch between the trip
meter display modes or reset the trip meter
with the motorcycle in motion as this may
lead to loss of motorcycle control and an
accident.
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General Information
To switch between the trip meter, clock and
range to empty display modes, press the
'scroll' button repeatedly until the desired
display is visible. The display will scroll
through in the order:
• Trip meter 1
• Trip meter 2
•Clock
• Range to empty
Trip M e ter Re s e t
To reset either of the trip meters, select and
display the trip meter to be zeroed. Then
press and hold the 'scroll' button for
4 seconds. After 4 seconds, the trip meter on
display will reset to zero.
Range to Empty
This is an indication of the predicted distance
that can be travelled on the remaining fuel in
the tank.
Clock Adjustment
To reset the clock, select the clock display.
Then press and hold the 'scroll' button for
4 seconds, the clock’s hour display will start
to flash, release the 'scroll' button.
To reset the hour display, ensure the hour
display is still flashing then press the 'scroll'
button to change the setting. Each individual
button press will change the setting by one
digit. If the button is held, the display will
continuously scroll through in single digit
increments.
When the correct hour display is shown,
release the 'scroll' button for 4 seconds. The
minutes display will begin to flash. The
minutes display is adjusted in the same way
as for the hour display.
Once both hours and minutes are correctly
set, release the 'scroll' button for 4 seconds
and the display will cease to flash.
Warning
Do not attempt to adjust the clock with the
motorcycle in motion as this may lead to
loss of motorcycle control and an accident.
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Warning Lights
Low Oil Pressure
With the engine running, if the
engine oil pressure becomes
dangerously low, the low oil
pressure warning light will illuminate.
Coolant Temperature
If the coolant temperature
becomes too high, the high
coolant temperature warning light
will illuminate.
Engine Management System
Malfunction Indicator Light
The malfunction indicator light for
the engine management system
illuminates when the ignition is switched on
(to indicate that it is working) but should not
become illuminated when the engine is
running.
If the malfunction indicator light becomes
illuminated when the engine is running, this
indicates that a fault has occurred in one or
more of the systems controlled by the engine
management system. In such circumstances,
the engine management system will switch to
'limp-home' mode so that the journey may
be completed, if the fault is not so severe that
the engine will not run.
Direction Indicators
When the indicator switch is
turned to left or right, the
corresponding direction indicator
light will flash on and off at the same speed
as the direction indicators.
High Beam
When the ignition is switched on
and the headlight dip switch is set
to 'high beam', the high beam
warning light will illuminate.
Caution
Stop the engine immediately if the low oil
pressure warning light illuminates. Do not
restart the engine until the fault has been
rectified.
Severe engine damage will result from
running the engine when the low oil
pressure warning light is illuminated.
Caution
Do not continue to run the engine if the
high coolant temperature warning is
illuminated as severe engine damage may
result.
Warning
Reduce speed and do not continue to ride
for longer than is necessary with the
malfunction indicator light illuminated. The
fault may adversely affect engine
performance, exhaust emissions and fuel
consumption. Reduced engine
performance could cause a dangerous
riding condition, leading to loss of control
and an accident. Contact an authorised
Triumph dealer as soon as possible to have
the fault checked and rectified.
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Neutral
The neutral warning light indicates
when the transmission is in neutral
(no gear selected). The warning
light will illuminate when the transmission is
in neutral with the ignition switch in the ON
position.
Low Fuel
The low fuel indicator will
illuminate when there are
approximately 5.0 litres of fuel
remaining in the tank. When the low fuel
indicator illuminates, the odometer/trip meter
display/clock/range to empty display will
automatically change to show the range to
empty information. To change back to the
original display, press the 'scroll' button
repeatedly until the desired display is visible.
Alarm
The alarm light will illuminate
when the conditions described in
the accessory alarm instructions
are met.
ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System) Indicator
light
(Only on models fitted with ABS)
The ABS indicator light illuminates
to show that the ABS function is
not available. Illumination is
normal after engine start-up, and
until the motorcycle first reaches a speed
exceeding 6 mph (10 km/h). Unless there is
a fault, it should not illuminate again until the
engine is restarted.
If the indicator light becomes illuminated at
any other time while riding it indicates that
the ABS has a malfunction that requires
investigation.
See also Braking on page 43.
Warning
If the ABS is not functioning, 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.
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General Information
Ignition Key
1. Key number tag
2. Third key for alarm system
In addition to operating the steering
lock/ignition switch, the ignition key is
required to operate the pannier locks.
When the motorcycle is delivered from the
factory, two ignition keys are 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. There is
also a third key that does not have a fob. This
is for the accessory alarm system.
Also supplied are locks for use with the
accessory windscreen lock and passenger
backrest lock. When fitted these locks will
operate with the ignition key.
Your authorised Triumph dealer can supply a
replacement key cut from details of the key
number or can cut a new key using the
original as a master.
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Caution
Do not store the spare keys with the
motorcycle as this will reduce all aspects of
security.
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General Information
Ignition Switch/Steering Lock
1. Steering lock
2. OFF position
3. ON position
4. LOCK position
5. PARK position
Ignition Switch Positions
This is a four position, key operated switch.
The key can be removed from the switch
only when it is in the OFF, LOCK or P (PARK)
position.
TO LOCK: Turn the key to the OFF position.
Turn the steering to the left, push and fully
release the key, then rotate it to the LOCK
position.
PARKING: Turn the key from the LOCK
position to the P position. The steering will
remain locked, the tail, licence and position
lights will turn 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.
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Warning
For reasons of security and safety, always
move the ignition switch to the LOCK or P
position and remove the key, when leaving
the motorcycle unattended.
Any unauthorised use of the motorcycle
may cause injury to the rider, other road
users and pedestrians and may also cause
damage to the motorcycle.
Warning
With the key in the LOCK or P position the
steering will become locked.
Never turn the key to the LOCK or P
positions while the motorcycle is moving as
this might cause the steering to lock.
Locked steering will cause loss of
motorcycle control and an accident.
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Right Handlebar Switches
1. Engine stop switch
2. Scroll button
3. Starter button
Engine Stop Switch
In addition to the ignition switch being turned
to the ON position, the engine stop switch
must be in the RUN position for the
motorcycle to operate.
The engine stop switch is for emergency use.
If an emergency arises which requires the
engine 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.
Starter Button
The starter button operates the electric
starter. For the starter to operate, the clutch
lever must be pulled to the handlebar.
Note:
• Even if the clutch lever is pulled to
the handlebar, the starter will not
operate if the side stand is down
and a gear is engaged.
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Caution
Do not leave the ignition switch in the ON
position unless the engine is running as
this may cause damage to electrical
components and will discharge the battery.
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Left Handlebar Switches
1. Headlight dip switch
2. Fog light switch (if equipped)
3. Direction indicator switch
4. Horn button
Headlight 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 turned to the ON
position.
Direction Indicator Switch
Note:
• This motorcycle is equipped with
an indicator self cancel system.
The system becomes active eight
seconds after operating a direction
indicator.
When the indicator switch is pushed to the
left or right and released, the corresponding
direction indicators will flash on and off.
The indicator self cancel system becomes
active eight seconds after operating a
direction indicator. Eight seconds after
turning the direction indicator on and when
the motorcycle has travelled a further
65 metres, the indicator self cancel system
will automatically turn off the indicators. The
indicators can be cancelled manually. To
manually turn off the indicators, press and
release the indicator switch in the central
position.
Horn Button
When the horn button is pushed, with the
ignition switch turned to the ON position, the
horn will sound.
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General Information
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 a
minimum octane rating of 91 RON.
Caution
In many countries, the exhaust system for
this model is fitted with a catalytic
converter to help reduce exhaust emission
levels. The catalytic converter can be
permanently damaged if the motorcycle is
allowed to run out of fuel or if the fuel level
is allowed to get very low. Always ensure
you have adequate fuel for your journey.
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Caution
The use of leaded fuel is illegal in some
countries, states or territories. Use of
leaded fuel will damage the catalytic
converter (if fitted).
Warning
To help reduce hazards associated with
refuelling, always observe the following
fuel safety instructions:
Petrol (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 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 check that the fuel
filler cap is correctly closed.
Because petrol (fuel) is highly flammable,
any fuel leak or spillage, or any failure to
observe the safety advice given above will
lead to a fire hazard, which could cause
damage to property, injury to persons or
death.
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Fuel Tank Cap
1. F u e l t an k c ap
To open the fuel tank cap, rotate the cap anticlockwise and lift clear of the tank filler neck.
To close the cap, align the cap to the tank
filler neck and rotate the cap clockwise until
the cap seals against the filler neck. In the
fully closed position, a ratchet mechanism
prevents over-tightening of the cap by
allowing the outer part of the cap to turn
independently of the internal part.
Filling the Fuel Tank
Avoid filling the tank in rainy or dusty
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
there is enough air space to allow for fuel
expansion if the fuel inside the tank expands
through absorption of heat from the engine
or from direct sunlight.
1. Fuel filler neck
2. Maximum fuel leve
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After refuelling always check that the fuel
filler cap is correctly closed and locked.
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Caution
Contaminated fuel may cause damage to
fuel system components.
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