Triumph Tiger XCA User guide

Owner’s Handbook
Tiger XC, Tiger XC, Tiger XR, Tiger XR,
Tiger XR and Tiger XR-LRH
This handbook contains information on the Triumph Tiger XC, Tiger XC, Tiger XR,
Tiger XR, Tiger XR and Tiger XR-LRH motorcycles. Always store this Owner’s
Handbook with the motorcycle and refer to it for information whenever necessary.
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 America Limited.
© Copyright 11.2017 Triumph Motorcycles America Limited.
Publication part number 3855528-US issue 1
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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 3
Safety First 7
Warning Labels 14
Parts Identification 16
Serial Numbers 22
Instruments 23
General Information 76
How to Ride the Motorcycle 118
Accessories, Loading and Passengers 129
Maintenance 133
Cleaning and Storage 184
Specifications 192
Index 197

Foreword
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FOREWORD
Owner’s Handbook
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.
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.
To ensure a long and trouble free life for
your motorcycle, maintenance should be
carried out as described in this manual
by an authorized Triumph dealer.
This handbook is available from your
local dealer in:
• English
• US English
• French
• German
• Italian
• Dutch
• Spanish
• Portuguese
• Swedish
• Japanese
• Thai.

Foreword
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Talk to Triumph
Our relationship with you does not end
with the purchase of your Triumph. Your
feedback on the buying and ownership
experience is very important in helping
us develop our products and services
for you.
Please help us by ensuring your
authorized Triumph dealership has your
email address and registers this with us.
You will then receive an online customer
satisfaction survey invitation to your
email address where you can give us
this feedback.
Your Triumph Team.
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.
Caution
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.
Warning Labels
At certain areas of the motorcycle, the
symbol (above) 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 page 14 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 website at
www.triumph.co.uk or telephone
Triumph Motorcycles America Limited
on [phone].

Foreword
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Off-road Use
The motorcycles are designed for on-
road and light off-road use. Light off-
road use includes use on unpaved, dirt
or gravel roads, but does not include
riding on any motocross course, any
off-road competition (such as motocross
or enduro riding), or riding off-road with
a passenger.
Light off-road use does not include
jumping the motorcycle or riding over
obstacles. Do not attempt to jump over
any bumps or obstacles. Do not attempt
to ride over any obstacles.
Noise Control System
Tampering with the noise control
system is prohibited.
Owners are warned that the law may
prohibit:
1. 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,
2. the use of the vehicle after such
device or element of design has
been removed or rendered
inoperative by any person.
Immobilizer and Tire Pressure
Monitoring System
This device complies with part 15 of the
Federal Communications Commission
(FCC) Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two
conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful
interference.
2. This device must accept any
interference received, including
interference that may cause
undesired operation.
Changes or modifications to the device
could void the user’s authority to
operate the equipment.
Tires
With reference to the Pneumatic Tires
and Tubes for Automotive Vehicles
(Quality Control) Order, 2009, Cl. No. 3 (c),
it is declared by M/s. Triumph
Motorcycles Ltd. that the tires mounted
on this motorcycle meet the
requirements of IS 15627: 2005 and
comply with the requirements under
Central Motor Vehicle Rules (CMVR),
1989.
Tiger 800 XRX - LRH Model
Unless stated otherwise, the information,
instructions, and specifications for
Tiger 800 XRX - LRH (low ride height)
models are identical to those detailed in
this Owner’s Handbook for the
Tiger 800 XRX standard ride height
models.

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Safety First
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SAFETY FIRST
The Motorcycle
Warning
The motorcycles are designed for on-
road and light off-road use. Light off-
road use includes use on unpaved, dirt
or gravel roads, but does not include
riding on any motocross course, any
off-road competition (such as
motocross or enduro riding), or riding
off-road with a passenger.
Light off-road use does not include
jumping the motorcycle or riding over
obstacles. Do not attempt to jump over
any bumps or obstacles. Do not
attempt to ride over any obstacles.
Extreme off-road use could lead to loss
of motorcycle control and an accident.
Warning
Tiger XRX - LRH (Low Ride Height)
Models
The Tiger 800 XRX - LRH motorcycles
are equipped with lowered suspension
and have reduced ground clearance.
As a result, the cornering banking
angles that can be achieved by the
Tiger 800 XRX - LRH are reduced,
when compared with the standard ride
height Tiger 800 XRX models.
Warning Continued
When riding, bear in mind that your
motorcycle’s ground clearance is
limited. Operate your motorcycle in an
area free from traffic to gain familiarity
with the motorcycle’s ground clearance
and bank angle limitations.
Banking to an unsafe angle or
unexpected contact with the ground
may cause instability, loss of
motorcycle control and an accident.
Warning
This motorcycle is not designed to tow
a trailer or be equipped with a sidecar.
Installing 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 their 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 324 lb (147 kg).

Safety First
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Warning
This motorcycle is equipped with a
catalytic converter below the engine,
which along with the exhaust system
reaches a very high temperature
during engine operation.
Flammable materials such as grass,
hay/straw, leaves, clothing and luggage
etc. could ignite if allowed to come into
contact with any part of the exhaust
system and catalytic converter; always
ensure flammable materials are not
allowed to contact the exhaust system
or catalytic converter.
Fuel and Exhaust Fumes
Warning
GASOLINE IS HIGHLY FLAMMABLE:
Always turn off the engine when
refueling.
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 refueling.
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.
Warning Continued
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.
Helmet and Clothing
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 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.

Safety First
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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.
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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.
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.

Safety First
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Warning
This Triumph motorcycle should be
operated within the legal speed limits
for the particular road traveled.
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
Ensure that you know and respect the
rules of the road. Read and observe
publications such as ‘MOTORCYCLE
SAFETY’, ‘YOU AND YOUR MOTORCYCLE,
RIDING TIPS’ and also read and become
familiar with the contents of the
MOTORCYCLE HANDBOOK for your state.
Caution
This Triumph motorcycle is not
equipped with spark arresters.
Operation in forests, brush or grass
areas may violate state and local laws
and regulations.
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.
Copyright © 2005 Motorcycle Safety
Foundation. All rights reserved. Used
with permission.

Safety First
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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 their 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
The bank angle indicators must not be
used as a guide to how far the
motorcycle may be safely banked. This
depends on many various conditions
including, but not limited to, road
surface, tire condition and weather.
Banking to an unsafe angle may cause
instability, loss of motorcycle control
and an accident.
Warning
Use of a motorcycle with the bank
angle indicators worn beyond the
maximum limit will allow the motorcycle
to be banked to an unsafe angle.
The bank angle indicators have
reached the maximum wear limit and
should be replaced when they have
worn down to a length of:
0.79 in (20 mm) - All models except
Tiger 800 XCA
0.98 in (25 mm) - Tiger 800 XCA only.
Banking to an unsafe angle may cause
instability, loss of motorcycle control
and an accident.

Safety First
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Warning
When banking and the bank angle
indicator, attached to the rider's
footrest, 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.
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1. Bank angle indicator
Parking
Warning
Always switch 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.

Safety First
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Parts and Accessories
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
installed to the motorcycle by an
authorized dealer.
In particular, it is extremely hazardous
to install or replace parts or
accessories whose installation requires
the dismantling of, or addition to,
either the electrical or fuel systems
and any such modification could cause
a safety hazard.
The installation 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 in-
stallation of non-approved parts, acces-
sories or conversions or the installation
of any approved parts, accessories or
conversions by non-approved personnel.
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
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
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WARNING LABELS
Warning Label Locations
The labels detailed on this and the following pages draw your attention to important
safety information in this handbook. Before riding, make sure that all riders have
understood and complied with all the information to which these labels relate.
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1. Headlight (page 178)
2. Windshield (if equipped) (page 189)
3. Breaking-In (page 116)
4. Mud and Snow Tires (page 192)
5. Panniers (if equipped) (page 129)
6. Tires (page 165)
7. Drive Chain (page 147)
8. Gear Position (page 121)

Warning Labels
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Warning Label Locations (continued)
Caution
All warning labels and decals, with the exception of the Breaking-in label, are
mounted on the motorcycle using a strong adhesive. In some cases, labels are
installed prior to an application of paint lacquer. Therefore, any attempt to remove
the warning labels will cause damage to the paintwork or bodywork.
DAILY SAFETY CHECKS
TÄGLICHE SICHERHEITSKONTROLLEN
CONTROLES DE SECURITE QUOTIDIENS
CHEQUEOS DE SEGURIDAD DIARIOS
VERIFICAÇÕES DIÁRIAS DE SEGURANÇA
VERIFICHE GIORNALIERE DI SICUREZZA
DAGELIJSKE VEILIGHEIDSINSPECTIES
DAGLIG SÄKERHETSKONTROLL
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4
5
6
1. Daily Safety Checks (page 117)
2. Unleaded Fuel (page 97)
3. Helmet (page 8)
4. Coolant (page 142)
5. Tire Pressure Monitoring System
(if equipped) (page 167)
6. Engine Oil (page 139)

Parts Identification
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PARTS IDENTIFICATION
Tiger 800 XR Models
2 3 4567
14 13 12 10 915
1
11
8
1. Headlight
2. Front turn signal
3. Electrical accessory socket
4. Fuel tank and fuel filler cap
5. Battery and fuse boxes (under the
rider seat)
6. USB socket (under the passenger seat)
7. Tool kit/Accessory U-lock storage
location (under the passenger seat)
8. Seat lock
9. Rear wheel adjuster
10. Drive chain
11. Center stand (if equipped)
12. Side stand
13. Gear shift pedal
14. Front brake caliper
15. Front brake disc

Parts Identification
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Tiger 800 XR Models (continued)
2 3 6 7 84
16 15 14 13 1118 17
1
10
95
12
1. Tail/brake light
2. Rear brake fluid reservoir
3. Oil filler cap
4. Coolant expansion tank
5. Handguards (if equipped)
6. Mirror
7. Headlight adjuster
8. Windshield
9. Fog light (if equipped)
10. Front fork
11. Radiator/Coolant pressure cap
12. Clutch cable
13. Engine oil level sight glass
14. Rear brake pedal
15. Rear suspension spring preload adjuster
16. Rear brake caliper
1 7. Rear brake disc
18. Rear turn signal

Parts Identification
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Tiger 800 XC Models
2 3 4 567
13 12 11 915
1
10
8
14
1. Headlight
2. Front turn signal
3. Electrical accessory socket
4. Fuel tank and fuel filler cap
5. Battery and fuse boxes (under the
rider’s seat)
6. USB socket (under the passenger’s seat)
7. Tool kit/Accessory U-lock storage
location (under the passenger’s seat)
8. Seat lock
9. Rear wheel adjuster
10. Drive chain
11. Center stand (if equipped)
12. Side stand
13. Gear shift pedal
14. Front brake caliper
15. Front brake disc

Parts Identification
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Tiger 800 XC Models (continued)
23 6 78 4
15 14 13 12 11
17 16
1
10
5
1819
9
1. Tail/brake light
2. Rear brake fluid reservoir
3. Oil filler cap
4. Coolant expansion tank
5. Handguards
6. Mirror
7. Headlight adjuster
8. Windshield
9. Fog light (if equipped)
10. Front fork
11. Radiator/Coolant pressure cap
12. Clutch cable
13. Engine oil level sight glass
14. Rear brake pedal
15. Rear suspension preload adjuster
16. Rear suspension rebound damping
adjuster
1 7. Rear brake caliper
18. Rear brake disc
19. Rear turn signal

Parts Identification
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Rider View Parts Identification
Tiger 800 XR Only
TC
TC
12 3 4 5
6 78
9
10
11 13 14
15
16
19
20
22
23
24
21
12
17
18
1. Clutch lever
2. Headlight dimmer switch
3. Passing button
4. Instrument SCROLL button
5. Fog lights switch (if equipped)
6. MODE/TRIP button
7. HOME button
8. Trip computer display
9. Speedometer
10. Tachometer
11. Front brake fluid reservoir
12. Rider’s heated seat switch (if equipped)
13. Engine stop switch
14. Front brake lever
15. Starter button
16. Hazard warning light button
17. Passenger’s heated seat switch
(if equipped)
18. Satellite navigation mounting bracket
(if equipped)
19. Ignition switch
20. Electrical accessory socket
21. Heated grips switch (if equipped)
22. Instrument SET button
23. Horn button
24. Turn signal switch