Triumph America, Speedmaster 2010 Owner's manual

Foreword

FOREWORD

This handbook contains information on the Triumph America and Speedmaster motorcycles. Always store this owner's handbook with the motorcycle.

Warnings, Cautions and Notes

Throughout this owner's handbook particularly important information is presented in the following form:

Warning

This warning symbol identifies special instructions or procedures, which, if not correctly followed, could result in personal injury, or loss of life.

This caution symbol identifies special instructions or procedures, which, if not strictly observed, could result in damage to, or destruction of, equipment.

Note:

• This note symbol indicates points of particular interest for more efficient and convenient operation.

Caution

Foreword

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 to 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 always 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.

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.

Foreword

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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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 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 survey invitation to your E-mail address where you can give us this feedback.

You r Tr ium p h Team .

Foreword

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.

Publication part number 3856501 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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Accessories, Loading and Passengers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

Maintenance and Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95

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 (subject to a passenger seat being fitted).

The total weight of the rider, and any passenger, accessories and luggage must not exceed the maximum load limit of 200 kg (440 lbs).

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.

Foreword - Safety First

Riding

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.

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.

Foreword - Safety First

Helmet and Clothing Handlebars and Footrests

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

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 control or an accident.

Warning

Footrests provided must always be used by rider and passenger 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.

Foreword - Safety First

Parking Parts and Accessories

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:

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.

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.

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

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 compromise safety.

Foreword - Safety First

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

Use of a motorcycle with bank angle indicators worn beyond the maximum limit (when 10 mm or more of the radiused tip of either front footrest is worn away) will allow the motorcycle to be banked to an unsafe angle.

Banking to an unsafe angle may cause instability, loss of control and 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 Labels

WARNING LABELS

Warning Label Locations - America and Speedmaster

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.

Daily Safety Checks

(page 35)

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Drive Chain

(page 65)

Tyr es

(page 75)

Engine Oil

(page 57)

Warning Label Locations - America and Speedmaster (continued)

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Unleaded Fuel

(page 28)

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Helmet

(page 7)

Gear Position

(page 40)

Parts Identification

PARTS IDENTIFICATION

Parts Identification - America and Speedmaster

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1. Front indicator

2. Headlight

3. Rear light

4. Oil cooler

5. Rear indicator

6. Side stand

7. Gear change pedal

8. Front brake disc

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9. Front brake caliper 10 . Fu e l t a n k

11. Fuel filler cap

12.Battery

13.Rear brake caliper

14.Rear brake disc

15.Clutch cable

16.Choke control

Parts Identification

PARTS IDENTIFICATION

Parts Identification - America and Speedmaster (continued)

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17.Steering lock 18 . D r i v e c h a i n

19.Rear brake fluid reservoir

20.Rear brake pedal

21.Oil filler plug

22.Oil level sight glass

23.Front fork

24.Rear suspension unit

25.Silencer

Parts Identification

Parts Identification - America and Speedmaster (continued)

1 2 3 4 65 7 8 9

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1. C l u t ch le v e r

2. Headlight dip switch

3. Direction indicator switch

4. Horn button

5. Fuel filler

6. Speedometer

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7. Warning lights

8. Front brake fluid reservoir

9. Front brake lever

10.Engine stop switch

11. S t a rt er b u tt on

12.Tachometer (Speedmaster only)

SERIAL NUMBERS

Serial Numbers

Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)

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1. VIN number stamping

1. V I N p l at e l oc a t io n

The vehicle identification number is stamped into the steering head.

It is also displayed on a plate, riveted to the frame, immediately behind the steering head on the left hand side of the motorcycle.

Engine Serial Number

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1. Engine serial number

The engine serial number is stamped on the crankcase, immediately above the drive chain sprocket cover.

Record the vehicle identification number in the space below.

Record the engine serial number in the space below.

Serial Numbers

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General Information

GENERAL INFORMATION

Table of Contents

Instruments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

America and Speedmaster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

Speedometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Odometer/Trip Meter. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Trip Meter Reset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Clock Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Tachometer (Speedmaster only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Warning Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Direction Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

High Beam. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Neutral . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Engine Management System Malfunction Indicator Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Low Fuel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Low Oil Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Ignition Key. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Ignition Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Switch Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Switch Operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Ignition Switch Positions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Steering Lock Key. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Steering Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Right Handlebar Switches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Engine Stop Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Starter Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Left Handlebar Switches. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Headlight Dip Switch. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Direction Indicator Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Horn Button. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

General Information

Brake and Clutch Lever Adjusters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Fuel Grade . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Refuelling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Fuel Tank Cap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Filling the Fuel Tank. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Side Cover: Right Hand Side Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Seat Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Stand . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Side Stand . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Owner’s Handbook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Handbook Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Running-In . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Safe Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Daily Safety Checks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Instruments

America and Speedmaster

General Information

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1. Speedometer

2. Odometer

3. Low fuel level indicator light

4. Engine management malfunction indicator light (MIL)

5. Tachometer location (Speedmaster only)

6. High beam indicator light

7. Direction indicator light

8. Neutral indicator light

9. Low oil pressure warning light 10 . R e s e t b u t to n

11. Alarm status indicator light (alarm is an accessory fit)

General Information

Speedometer

The speedometer indicates the road speed of the motorcycle.

Odometer/Trip Meter

Warning

Do not attempt to switch between odometer and 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.

To switch between the odometer and trip meter display modes, press and release the reset button until the desired display is visible. The display will scroll through in the order:

•Odometer

• Trip meter 1

• Trip meter 2

•Clock

1. Odometer/trip meter/clock display

2. Reset 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.

Trip Mete r R e s e t

To reset either of the trip meters, select and display the trip meter to be zeroed then press the reset button for 2 seconds. After 2 seconds, the trip meter on display will reset to zero.

General Information

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Clock Adjustment

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.

To set the clock, turn the ignition to the ON position. Press and release the reset button until the clock is visible in the display screen.

Press and hold the reset button for 4 seconds. After 4 seconds either 24 Hr or 12 Hr will be shown flashing. Press and release the reset button to select the desired clock display. When the correct display is shown, do not touch the reset button until the clock is shown with the hour display flashing.

To reset the hour display, ensure that the hour display is still flashing. Press the reset 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, do not touch the reset button for 6 seconds. The minutes display will begin to flash automatically. The minutes display is adjusted in the same way as for the hours.

Once both hours and minutes are correctly set, do not touch the reset button for 6 seconds and the display will cease to flash automatically.

1. C l o c k d i s pl ay

2. Hours read-out

3. Minutes read-out

Tachometer (Speedmaster only)

The tachometer shows the engine speed in revolutions per minute - rpm (r/min). On the right side of the tachometer face is the 'red zone'. Engine rpm (r/min) in the red zone is above maximum recommended engine speed and is also above the range for best performance.

Caution

Never allow engine rpm to enter the 'red zone' as severe engine damage may result.

General Information

Warning Lights

Direction Indicators

When the direction indicators are

switched on, the direction indicator warning light will flash on and off at the same speed.

High Beam

When the headlights are switched

on and the headlight dip switch is set to 'high beam', the high beam warning light will illuminate.

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.

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.

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.

Note:

• If the malfunction indicator light flashes when the ignition is switched on, contact an authorised Triumph dealer as soon as possible to have the situation rectified. In these circumstances the engine will not start.

Low Fuel

The low fuel indicator will

illuminate when there is approximately 3.5 litres of fuel remaining in the tank.

General Information

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Low Oil Pressure

The low oil pressure warning light

becomes illuminated whenever the oil pressure is dangerously low (or the ignition switch is in the ON position with the engine not running). When the engine is running, the light will remain off when sufficient oil pressure is present.

When starting the motorcycle, check that the light comes on when the ignition is in the ON position, but goes out as soon as the engine starts.

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.

Ignition Key

1. K e y n u m b e r t a g

2. Spare key blade

The ignition key operates the ignition switch only. A different key operates the steering lock.

When the motorcycle is delivered from the factory, two ignition keys are supplied together with a small tag bearing the key number, and a spare key blade for use with Triumph accessory alarm. Make a note of the key number and store the spare key, key blade and key number tag in a safe place away from the motorcycle.

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.

Caution

Do not store the spare key with the motorcycle as this will reduce all aspects of security.

General Information

Ignition Switch

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1. Ignition switch

2. OFF position

3. ON position

4. P (PARK) position

Switch Location

The switch is located on the left hand side of the motorcycle, at the rear of the side cover.

Switch Operation

This is a three position, key operated switch. The key can be removed from the switch only when it is in the OFF or P (PARK) positions.

To turn the switch from OFF to ON, insert the key and turn the key clockwise to the ON position.

To turn the switch from ON to PARK, push the key barrel further into the lock and turn clockwise to the PARK position. Use the PARK position only when temporarily leaving the motorcycle in a situation where the position lights must remain on.

To turn the key back to OFF, turn the key anti-clockwise.

Ignition Switch Positions

Engine off. All electrical circuits off.

Engine on. All electrical equipment can be used.

Engine off. Tail, side and licence plate lights on, all other electrical

circuits cut off.

Warning

For reasons of security and safety, always turn the ignition to the OFF or PARK position and remove the key when leaving the motorcycle unattended.

Any unauthorised use of the motorcycle may cause injury to the user, other road users and pedestrians and may also cause damage to the motorcycle.

Note:

• Do not leave the ignition switch in the P position for long periods as this will cause the battery to discharge.

General Information

Steering Lock Key

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1. Steering lock key tag

The steering lock key operates the steering lock only. A different key operates the ignition switch.

When the motorcycle is delivered from the factory, two steering lock 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.

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.

Caution

Do not store the spare key with the motorcycle as this will reduce all aspects of security.

Steering Lock

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1. Steering lock cover

2. Steering lock

This is a two position, key operated lock. The key can be removed in either the engaged or disengaged positions.

To engage the lock, insert the key and push the complete lock inwards while turning anti-clockwise. At the same time turn the handlebars fully left until the lock engages (at which point the lock will turn and move inwards).

To disengage the steering lock, insert the key, turn the handlebars slightly to relieve any weight on the lock and turn the key further anti-clockwise until the lock springs outwards. Remove the key.

Warning

Always disengage the steering lock before riding as, with the steering lock engaged, it will not be possible to turn the handlebars or steer the motorcycle.

Riding without motorcycle steering control will lead to loss of control and an accident.

General Information

Right Handlebar Switches

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1. Engine stop switch

2. RUN position

3. STOP position

4. 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. Ordinarily, the ignition switch should be used to stop the engine.

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 the battery.

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.

• Light switches are no longer fitted

to any Triumph model. Instead, the head and tail lights automatically come on when the ignition is in the ON position.

General Information

Left Handlebar Switches

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1. Headlight dip switch

2. Direction indicator switch

3. 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 warning light will illuminate.

Direction Indicator Switch

When the indicator switch is

pushed to the left or the right and released, the corresponding indicator flashes. To turn off the indicators, push and release the button in the centre of the switch.

Brake and Clutch Lever Adjusters

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1. Lever adjuster wheel

An adjuster is fitted to the front brake and clutch levers on both models. The adjusters allow the distance from the handlebar to the lever to be changed to one of four positions, to suit the span of the operator's hands.

To adjust a lever, push the lever forward and turn the adjuster wheel to align one of the numbered positions with the triangular mark on the lever pivot (seen aligned with position 4 above).

The distance from the hand grip to the released lever is shortest when set to number four and longest when set to number one.

Horn Button

When the horn button is pushed,

with the ignition switch turned to the ON position, the horn will sound.

General Information

Warning

Do not attempt to adjust the levers with the motorcycle in motion as this may lead to loss of control and an accident.

After adjusting the levers, operate the motorcycle in an area free from traffic to gain familiarity with the new lever settings. Do not loan your motorcycle to anyone as they may change the lever settings from the one you are familiar with possibly causing loss of control or an accident.

Fuel

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 an octane rating of 91 RON minimum.

Caution

In many countries, the exhaust systems for these models are fitted with catalytic converters to help reduce exhaust emission levels. The catalytic converters 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.

Caution

The use of leaded petrol is illegal in some countries, states or territories. Use of leaded fuel will damage the catalytic converter.

General Information

Refuelling

Warning

To help reduce hazards associated with fuel handling, 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 such that 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.

Fuel Tank Cap

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1. F u e l ta nk c a p

To open the fuel tank cap, rotate the cap anti-clockwise 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.

General Information

Filling the Fuel Tank

Avoid filling the tank in rainy or dusty conditions where airborne material can contaminate the fuel.

Caution

Contaminated fuel may cause damage to fuel system components.

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.

Warning

Overfilling the tank can lead to fuel spillage.

If petrol (fuel) is spilled, thoroughly wipe off the spilled fuel immediately and dispose of the cleaning cloth safely.

Take care not to spill any petrol (fuel) on the engine, exhaust pipes, tyres or any other part of the motorcycle.

Petrol (fuel) spilled near to or on the tyres will reduce the tyre's ability to grip the road. This will result in a dangerous riding condition causing loss of motorcycle control and an accident.

1. F u el le ve l

2. Filler neck

3. Air space

After refuelling always check that the fuel filler cap is correctly closed and locked.

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