Triumph T595 Daytona User guide

Foreword
This handbook contains information on the Triumph T595 Daytona and T509 Speed Triple
motorcycles. Always store this handbook with the motorcycle.
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Warning Labels
At certain areas of the motorcycle, the symbol (right) can be seen. The
symbol means ‘CAUTION: REFER TO THE HANDBOOK’ and will be
followed by a pictorial representation of the subject concerned. Never
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attempt to ride the motorcycle or make any adjustments without reference
to the relevant instructions contained in this handbook. See pages 8 and 9
for the location of all labels bearing this symbol. Where necessary, this
symbol will also appear on the pages containing the relevant information.
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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.
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 pan without the written permission of Triumph Motorcycles
Limited. 0 1996 Triumph Motorcycles Limited, Hinckley, Leicestershire, England.
Publication part number 3855001 issue 2.
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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 the necessary training to ensure safe operation of this motorcycle.
AWARNING: This owner’s handbook and all other instructions which 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.
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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Parts.Identification .............................................................................................................10
Serial Numbers...................................................... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...13
General Information...........................................................................................................15
Accessories,Loading and Passengers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...34
Maintenance and Adjustment........................................................................................ 37
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .._......._...._.........._............ 73
Specifications.............................................................. 74
Alphabetical Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78
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Foreword - Safety First
WARNING, CAUTION AND NOTE
Throughout this owner’s handbook
particularly important information is
presented in the following form:
not correctly followed could result in
personal injury, or loss of life.
This caution
identifies special
instructions or procedures which, if
not strictly observed, could result in
damage to, or destruction of,
equipment.
NOTE:
l This note symbol indicates points
of particular interest for more
efficient
and
convenient
operation.
NOISE CONTROL SYSTEM
TAMPERING WITH NOISE CONTROL
SYSTEM 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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Foreword - Safety First
AWARNING: 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.
AWARNING: 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.
AWARNING: 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.
AWARNING: This motorcycle
is designed for use as a
two-wheeled vehicle capable of
carrying a rider on his 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 185 kg (407 Ibs).
AWARNING: 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
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 soiled with
petrol
should immediately be
removed.
Burns and other serious skin
conditions may result from contact
with petrol.
AWARNING: 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.
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