Triumph Tiger 1050 2008 Owner's Handbook Manual

Foreword

FOREWORD

This handbook contains information on the Triumph Tiger 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.

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 12 to 13 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 authorized Triumph dealer.

Only an authorized 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 Triumph Motorcycles America Limited on (678) 854 2010.

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.

Foreword

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 a safety course approved by the Motorcycle Safety Foundation to ensure safe operation of this motorcycle. Information about the nearest Motorcycle Safety Foundation course to you can be obtained by calling the following nationwide toll free number: 800-447-4700, or by writing to the Motorcycle Safety Foundation at: 2, Jenner Street, Irvine, California 92718.

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.

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 3856406 issue 2.

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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Parts Identification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Serial Numbers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

How to Ride the Motorcycle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

Accessories, Loading and Passengers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

Maintenance and Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57

Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 3

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 5

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 440 lbf ft (200 kg).

Warning

GASOLINE 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 gasoline on the engine, exhaust pipes or mufflers when refuelling.

If gasoline 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 gasoline should immediately be removed.

Burns and other serious skin conditions may result from contact with gasoline.

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 licensed to operate the motorcycle. Operation of the motorcycle without a license is illegal and could lead to prosecution.

Operation of the motorcycle without formal training in the correct riding techniques that are necessary to become licensed 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

Note:

Wobble/Weave

A weave is a relatively slow oscillation of the rear of the motorcycle, while a wobble is a rapid, possibly strong shaking of the handlebar. These are related but distinct stability problems usually caused by excessive weight in the wrong place, or by a mechanical problem such as worn or loose bearings or under-inflated or unevenly worn tires.

Your solution to both situations is the same. Keep a firm hold on the handlebars without locking arms or fighting the steering. Smoothly ease off the throttle to slow gradually. Do not apply the brakes, and do not accelerate to try to stop the wobble or weave. In some cases, it helps to shift your body weight forward by leaning over the tank.

Warning

Ensure that you know and respect the rules of the road. Read and observe publications such as 'MOTORCYCLE SAFETY', 'YOU AN D YO U R M OTORCYC LE, R IDI N G TIPS' and also read and become familiar with the contents of the MOTORCYCLE HANDBOOK for your state.

Caution

This Triumph motorcycle is not fitted with spark arresters. Operation in forests, brush or grass areas may violate state and local laws and regulations.

Foreword - Safety First

Helmet and Clothing

When choosing a helmet, always look for a DOT (Department of Transport) sticker indicating that the helmet has DOT approval. Do not buy a helmet without DOT approval.

Warning

When riding the motorcycle, both rider and passenger must always wear a motorcycle helmet, eye protection, gloves, trousers (close fitting around the knee and ankle) and a brightly colored jacket. Brightly colored 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 colored 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.

Foreword - Safety First

Handlebars and Footrests

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.

Foreword - Safety First

Parking 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.

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 unauthorized 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.

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 authorized 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.

Foreword - Safety First

Maintenance/Equipment

Warning

Consult your authorized 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.

Warning

Use of a motorcycle with bank angle indicators worn beyond the maximum limit (when 0.40 in (10 mm) of the bank indicator remains) will allow the motorcycle to be banked to an unsafe angle.

Banking to an unsafe angle may cause instability, loss of motorcycle control and an accident.

1. Bank angle indicator

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Warning

Ensure all equipment that is required by law is installed and functioning correctly. The removal or alteration of the motorcycle's lights, mufflers, 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 authorized 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

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.

Warning Label Locations

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R.P.M.

Tires

(page 86)

Drive Chain

(page 73)

Gear Position

(page 44)

Breaking-in

(page 39)

Coolant

(page 66)

Windshield (page 10 2 )

Warning Labels

WARNING LABELS

Warning Label Locations (continued)

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Unleaded Fuel (page 33)

Helmet

(page 8)

Engine Oil

(page 63)

Daily Safety Checks

(page 40)

Fairing Stowage

(page 55)

Parts Identification

PARTS IDENTIFICATION

Parts Identification

1. Headlight

2. Front turn signal

3. Fuel filler cap

4. Fuel tank

5. Seat lock

6. Brake/Tail light

7. Drive chain

8. Gearshift pedal

9. Side stand

10.Oil cooler

11. Radiator/Coolant pressure cap

12. Front brake caliper

13. Front brake disc

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10 9 8 713 12

Parts Identification

PARTS IDENTIFICATION

Parts Identification (continued)

14.Muffler

15.Tool kit

16.Battery

17.Rear brake fluid reservoir

18.Coolant expansion tank

19.Front fork

20.Clutch cable

21.Oil filler cap/Dipstick

22.Rear brake pedal

23.Rear suspension unit

24.Rear brake caliper

25.Rear brake disc

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Parts Identification

Parts Identification (continued)

1. C l u t ch le v e r

2. Passing button

3. Headlight dimmer switch

4. Warning lights

5. Trip computer display

6. Tachometer

7. Speedometer

8. Front brake fluid reservoir

9. Engine stop switch

10. Front brake lever

11. S t a rt er bu tt o n

12. Ignition switch

13. Turn signal switch

14.Horn button

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Serial Numbers

SERIAL NUMBERS

Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)

1. VIN number

The vehicle identification number is stamped into the steering head area of the frame. It is also displayed on a label which is attached to the steering head.

Record the vehicle identification number in the space below.

Engine Serial Number

1. Engine serial number

The engine serial number is stamped on the engine crankcase, immediately above the clutch cover.

Record the engine serial number in the space provided below.

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Serial Numbers

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General Information

GENERAL INFORMATION

Table of Contents

Instrument Panel Layout. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Speedometer and Odometer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Tachometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Odometer/Trip Meter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Clock/Trip Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Trip Computer Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Clock Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Trip Computer Reset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Coolant Temperature Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Fuel Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Warning Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Turn Signals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

High Beam. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Low Fuel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Neutral . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Low Oil Pressure Warning Light. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

High Coolant Temperature Warning Light. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Engine Management System Malfunction Indicator Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System) Indicator Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Alarm Indicator Light. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Ignition Key. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Ignition Switch/Steering Lock. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Ignition Switch Positions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Brake and Clutch Lever Adjusters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Right Handlebar Switches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Engine Stop Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Starter Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Left Handlebar Switches. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Headlight Dimmer Switch. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Turn Signal Switch. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

General Information

Horn Button. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Pass Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Fuel Requirement/Refuelling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Fuel Grade . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Oxygenated Gasoline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Ethanol . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

MTBE (Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Methanol . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Fuel Tank Cap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Filling the Fuel Tank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Stand . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Side Stand . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Tool Kit and Handbook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Seat Lock. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Seat Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Global Positioning System (GPS) Power Socket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

Breaking-in . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Safe Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Daily Safety Checks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

General Information

Instrument Panel Layout

1. High beam indicator light

2. Neutral indicator light

3. Clock/Trip computer display

4. Tachometer

5. Low oil pressure warning light

6. High coolant temperature warning light

7. ABS warning light (ABS models only)

8. Engine management malfunction indicator light

9. Alarm status indicator light (alarm is an accessory)

10.Tachometer 'red zone'

11. Speedometer

12.Odometer/Trip meters

13.Scroll/Set/Trip buttons

14. Coolant temperature display

15.Fuel gauge

16.Low fuel level indicator light

17. Turn signal indicator light

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General Information

Speedometer and Odometer

The digital speedometer indicates the road speed of the motorcycle. The read-out displays the motorcycle road speed in increments of one mile (or kilometer) per hour.

In the speedometer face is the electronic odometer and two trip meters. For details of the operation of the odometer and trip meters, please refer to the following pages.

Tachometer

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.

Odometer/Trip Meter

1. Odometer/Trip meter display

2. Set button

3. Trip button

4. Trip meter 1 display

5. Trip meter 2 display

The odometer shows the total distance that the motorcycle has travelled.

The odometer and two trip meters are located in the same display frame as the speedometer. Either trip meter shows the distance that the motorcycle has travelled since the meter on display was last reset to zero.

Caution

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

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.

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General Information

Use the 'trip' button to switch between the odometer and trip meter display modes. Press the 'trip' button repeatedly until the desired display is visible. The display will scroll through in the order:

•Odometer

• Trip Meter 1

• Trip Meter 2

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

Clock/Trip Computer

1. Clock/Trip computer display

2. Scroll button

The clock and trip computer information appear on the same display.

The trip computer provides an indication of fuel consumption, range, speed, time and distance, recorded and calculated since the last reset.

Each display provides the following information:

Instantaneous Fuel Consumption

An indication of the fuel consumption at an instant in time.

Average Fuel Consumption

An indication of the average fuel consumption, calculated from when the trip computer was last reset. After a reset the display will show dashes until 0.1 miles/km has been covered.

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Range

This is an indication of the probable distance that can be travelled on the remaining fuel in the tank.

Tri p D i stanc e

The total distance travelled, since the last reset.

Tri p T i me

The total time elapsed, since the last reset.

Average Speed

The average speed is calculated from when the trip computer was last reset. After a reset the display will show dashes until 1 mile/km has been covered.

Maximum Speed

The maximum speed achieved since the last reset is displayed.

Trip Computer Operation

Display Section

When the ignition is switched on the clock display is shown. To access the trip computer information press the 'scroll' button.

Press the 'scroll' button repeatedly until the desired display is visible. The trip display will scroll through in the order:

•Clock

• Instantaneous Fuel Consumption

• Average Fuel Consumption

•Range

•Trip Distance

•Trip Time

•Average Speed

•Maximum Speed

Clock Adjustment

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

2. Hours read-out

3. Minutes read-out

4. Scroll button

5. Set button

To reset the clock, select the clock display and press both 'scroll' and 'set' buttons together. After a short time, the clock's hour display will start to flash.

To reset the hour display, ensure that the hour display is still flashing then depress the 'scroll' button to change the setting. Each individual press will change the setting by one digit.

When the correct hour display is shown, press the 'set' button. The minutes display will

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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begin to flash. The minutes display is adjusted in the same way as for the hours.

Once both hours and minutes are correctly set, press the 'set' button to confirm the setting. The display will cease to flash.

Trip Computer Reset

1. Trip computer display

2. Scroll button

3. Set button

To reset the trip computer only, select one of the trip computer displays, press the 'scroll' and 'set' buttons simultaneously for 2 seconds. After 2 seconds, the trip computer will reset.

Coolant Temperature Gauge

1. Coolant temperature gauge

The coolant temperature gauge indicates the temperature of the engine coolant.

When the ignition is switched on, all 10 bars of the display will be shown. When the engine is started from cold the display will show 1 bar. As the temperature increases more bars will be shown in the display.

The normal temperature range is between 3 and 6 bars.

If the coolant temperature becomes too high the display will show 10 bars and the high coolant temperature warning light in the tachometer will illuminate.

Warning

Do not attempt to switch between the trip computer display modes or reset the trip computer with the motorcycle in motion as this may lead to loss of motorcycle control and an accident.

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Caution

Do not continue to run the engine if either of the high temperature warnings are displayed as severe engine damage may result.

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Fuel Gauge

1. F u el ga ug e

The fuel gauge indicates the amount of fuel in the tank.

With the ignition switched on, the number of bars shown in the display indicates the level of fuel in the tank.

When the fuel tank is full all 10 bars are displayed and when empty, no bars are displayed. Other gauge markings indicate intermediate fuel levels between full and empty.

When 2 bars are displayed the low fuel warning light will illuminate and the trip computer will switch to 'Range' display. This indicates there are approximately

0.92 US gal (3.5 liters) of fuel remaining in the tank and you should refuel at the earliest opportunity.

If the ignition is switched off and on again, without refuelling, the trip computer will not automatically display the 'Range' screen again, it will instead display the trip computer screen in use before the fuel level became low.

Warning Lights

Turn Signals

When the ignition is switched on and the turn signal switch is

pushed to the left or right, the turn signal indicator light will flash on and off at the same speed as the turn signals.

High Beam

When the ignition is switched on and the headlight dimmer 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 0.92 US gal (3.5 liters) of fuel remaining in

the tank.

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 Oil Pressure Warning Light

With the engine running, if the engine oil pressure becomes

dangerously low, the low oil pressure warning light in the tachometer will illuminate.

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The low oil pressure warning light in the tachometer will illuminate if the ignition is switched on without running the engine.

High Coolant Temperature Warning Light

With the engine running, if the engine coolant temperature becomes dangerously high, the

high coolant temperature warning light in the tachometer will illuminate.

The high coolant temperature warning light in the tachometer will illuminate if the ignition is switched on without running the engine.

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.

Note:

• If the malfunction indicator light

flashes when the ignition is switched on, contact an authorized Triumph dealer as soon as possible to have the situation rectified. In these circumstances the engine will not start.

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

Stop the engine immediately if the high coolant temperature 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 high coolant temperature warning light is illuminated.

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 authorized Triumph dealer as soon as possible to have the fault checked and rectified.

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ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System) Indicator Light

(Only on models equipped 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.

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