Triumph Tiger xr User guide

Owner's Handbook

Tiger XR, Tiger XRX, Tiger XRX-LRH, Tiger XRT,

Tiger XC, Tiger XCX, Tiger XCX-LRH, Tiger XCA

This handbook contains information on the Triumph Tiger XR, Tiger XRX, Tiger XRX-

LRH, Tiger XRT, Tiger XC, Tiger XCX, Tiger XCX-LRH, Tiger XCA 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 Limited.

Publication part number 3855488-EN issue 1

1 • 14/03/2016

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.......................................................................................................................................................... 6

Warning Labels.................................................................................................................................................12

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

Serial Numbers ................................................................................................................................................ 19

General Information ..................................................................................................................................... 20

How to Ride the Motorcycle .................................................................................................................... 96

Accessories, Passengers and Loading............................................................................................... 107

Maintenance....................................................................................................................................................110

Storage.............................................................................................................................................................. 162

Specifications .................................................................................................................................................164

Index................................................................................................................................................................... 170

Foreword

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 the necessary training

to ensure safe operation of this

motorcycle.

This handbook is available from your

local dealer in:

• English

• US English

• French

• German

• Italian

• Dutch

• Spanish

• Portuguese

• Swedish

• Japanese

• Thai.

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

authorised Triumph dealership has your

email 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. Your Triumph Team.

Warnings, Cautions and

Notes

Throughout this Owner's Handbook

particularly important information is

presented in the following form:

Foreword

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 (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 page 12 for the location of all

labels bearing this symbol. Where

necessary, this symbol will also appear

on the pages containing the relevant

information.

Maintenance

To ensure a long, safe and trouble free

life for your motorcycle, maintenance

should only be carried out by an

authorised Triumph dealer.

Only an authorised Triumph dealer will

have the necessary knowledge,

equipment and skills to maintain your

Triumph motorcycle correctly.

To locate your nearest authorised

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.

Off-road Use

The Tiger XR, Tiger XRX, Tiger XRX -

LRH (Low Ride Height), Tiger XRT, Tiger

XC, Tiger XCX, Tiger XCX - LRH (Low

Ride Height), Tiger XCA 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:

Foreword

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.

Immobiliser and Tyre

Pressure Monitoring System

This device complies with part 15 of the

Federal Communications Commission

(FCC) Rules.

Operation is subject to the following two

conditions:

• This device may not cause harmful

interference.

• 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.

Tyres

With reference to the Pneumatic Tyres

and Tubes for Automotive Vehicles

(Quality Control) Order, 2009, Cl. No. 3 (c),

it is declared by M/s. Triumph

Motorcycles Ltd. that the tyres fitted on

this motorcycle meet the requirements

of IS 15627: 2005 and comply with the

requirements under Central Motor

Vehicle Rules (CMVR), 1989.

Tiger XRx-LRH and Tiger

XCx-LRH (Low Ride Height)

Models

Unless stated otherwise, the

information, instructions, and

specifications for Tiger XRX - LRH (Low

Ride Height) and Tiger XCX - LRH (Low

Ride Height) models are identical to

those detailed in this Owner’s Handbook

for the Tiger XRX and Tiger XCX

standard ride height models.

Safety First

SAFETY FIRST

The Motorcycle

Warning

The Tiger XR, Tiger XRX, Tiger XRX -

LRH (Low Ride Height), Tiger XRT, Tiger

XC, Tiger XCX, Tiger XCX - LRH (Low

Ride Height), Tiger XCA 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 and Tiger XCx-LRH

(Low Ride Height) Models

The Tiger XRX - LRH (Low Ride Height)

and Tiger XCX - LRH (Low Ride Height)

motorcycles are equipped with lowered

suspension and have reduced ground

clearance.

WarningContinued

As a result, the cornering banking

angles that can be achieved by the

Tiger XRX - LRH (Low Ride Height)and

Tiger XCX - LRH (Low Ride Height) are

reduced, when compared with the

standard ride height Tiger XRX and

Tiger XCX models.

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 fitted with a sidecar.

Fitting a sidecar and/or a trailer may

result in loss of control and an

accident.

Warning

This motorcycle is designed for use as

a two-wheeled vehicle capable of

carrying a rider on his/her own, or a

rider and one passenger.

The total weight of the rider, and any

passenger, accessories and luggage

must not exceed the maximum load

limit of:

Safety First

WarningContinued

Tiger XR - 222 kg (489 lb)

Tiger XRX - 219 kg (483 lb)

Tiger XRX - LRH (Low Ride Height) -

140 kg (308 lb)

Tiger XRT - 213 kg (469 lb)

Tiger XC - 220 kg (485 lb)

Tiger XCX - 217 kg (478 lb)

Tiger XCX - LRH (Low Ride Height) -

221 kg (487 lb)

Tiger XCA - 210 kg (463 lb).

Warning

This motorcycle is fitted 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

PETROL IS HIGHLY FLAMMABLE:

Always turn off the engine when

refuelling.

WarningContinued

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.

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 coloured jacket. Brightly

Safety First

WarningContinued

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.

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Riding

Warning

Never ride the motorcycle when

fatigued or under the influence of

alcohol or other drugs.

WarningContinued

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

Safety First

WarningContinued

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.

Handlebars and Footrests

Warning

The rider must maintain control of the

vehicle by keeping hands on the

handlebars at all times.

WarningContinued

The handling and stability of a

motorcycle will be adversely affected if

the rider removes his hands from the

handlebars, resulting in loss of

motorcycle control and an accident.

Warning

The rider and passenger must always

use the footrests provided, during

operation of the vehicle.

By using the footrests, both rider and

passenger will reduce the risk of

inadvertent contact with any

motorcycle components and will also

reduce the risk of injury from

entrapment of clothing.

Warning

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, tyre 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.

Safety First

WarningContinued

The bank angle indicators have

reached the maximum wear limit and

should be replaced when they have

worn down to a length of:

20 mm - All models except Tiger XCA

25 mm - Tiger XCA only.

Banking to an unsafe angle may cause

instability, loss of motorcycle control

and an accident.

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.

Bank angle indicator

Parking

Warning

Always turn off the engine and remove

the ignition key before leaving the

motorcycle unattended. By removing

the key, the risk of use of the

motorcycle by unauthorised or

untrained persons is reduced.

When parking the motorcycle, always

remember the following:

Engage first gear to help prevent the

motorcycle from rolling off the stand.

The engine and exhaust system will be

hot after riding. DO NOT park where

pedestrians, animals and/or children

are likely to touch the motorcycle.

Do not park on soft ground or on a

steeply inclined surface. Parking under

these conditions may cause the

motorcycle to fall over.

For further details, please refer to the

'How to Ride the Motorcycle' section of

this owner's handbook.

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 fitted

to the motorcycle by an authorised

dealer.

Safety First

WarningContinued

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.

Warning

Ensure all equipment that is required

by law is installed and functioning

correctly. The removal or alteration of

the motorcycle’s lights, silencers,

emission or noise control systems can

violate the law. Incorrect or improper

modification may adversely affect the

handling, stability or other aspect of

the motorcycle operation, which may

result in an accident causing injury or

death.

Warning

If the motorcycle is involved in an

accident, collision or fall, it must be

taken to an authorised Triumph dealer

for inspection and repair. Any accident

can cause damage to the motorcycle

that, if not correctly repaired, may

cause a second accident that may

result in injury or death.

Warning Labels

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, ensure that all riders have

understood and complied with all the information to which these labels relate.

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MAX LOAD

5 kg (11 lbs)

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1. Headlight (page 154)

2. Windscreen (if fitted) (page 157)

3. Running-In (page 93)

4. Panniers (if fitted) (page 107)

5. Gear Position (page 98)

6. Drive Chain (page 124)

7. Tyres (page 140)

Warning Labels

Warning Label Locations (continued)

Caution

All warning labels and decals, with the exception of the Running-in label, are fitted

to 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.

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1. Daily Safety checks (page 94)

2. Unleaded Fuel (page 75)

3. Helmet (page 7)

4. Engine Oil (page 116)

5. Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (if

fitted) (page 142)

6. Coolant (page 120)

Parts Identification

PARTS IDENTIFICATION

Tiger XR - All Models

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2 3 4 5 6 7

15 14 13 11 916

1012 8

1. Headlight

2. Front direction indicator

3. Electrical accessory socket

4. Fuel tank and fuel filler cap

5. Battery and fuse boxes

6. Tool kit/Accessory U-lock storage

location

7. Seat lock

8. Pannier mounting rails (if fitted)

9. Rear wheel adjuster

10. Electrical accessory socket(s) (if fitted)

11. Drive chain

12. Centre stand (if fitted)

13. Side stand

14. Gear change pedal

15. Front brake caliper

16. Front brake disc

Parts Identification

Tiger XR - All Models (continued)

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2 3 6 7 84

15 14 13 12 1117 16

1018

1. Rear light

2. Rear brake fluid reservoir

3. Oil filler cap

4. Coolant expansion tank

5. Handguards (if fitted)

6. Mirror

7. Headlight adjuster

8. Windscreen

9. Fog light (if fitted)

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

17. Rear brake disc

18. Rear direction indicator

Parts Identification

Tiger XC - All Models

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2 3 4 5 6 7

15 14 13 10 916

12 8

1. Headlight

2. Front direction indicator

3. Electrical accessory socket

4. Fuel tank and fuel filler cap

5. Battery and fuse boxes

6. Tool kit/Accessory U-lock storage

location

7. Seat lock

8. Pannier mounting rails (if fitted)

9. Rear wheel adjuster

10. Electrical accessory socket(s) (if fitted)

11. Drive chain

12. Centre stand (if fitted)

13. Side stand

14. Gear change pedal

15. Front brake caliper

16. Front brake disc

Parts Identification

Tiger XC - All Models (continued)

N A

2 3 6 7 84

15 14 13 12 11

17 16

1819

1. Rear light

2. Rear brake fluid reservoir

3. Oil filler cap

4. Coolant expansion tank

5. Handguards (if fitted)

6. Mirror

7. Headlight adjuster

8. Windscreen

9. Fog light (if fitted)

10. Front fork

11. Radiator/Coolant pressure cap

12. Clutch cable

13. Engine oil level sight glass

14. Rear brake pedal

15. Rear suspension rebound damping

adjuster

16. Rear suspension preload adjuster

17. Rear brake caliper

18. Rear brake disc

19. Rear direction indicator

Parts Identification

All Models (Tiger XCA shown)

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1 2 3 4 5

6 7 8

11 13 14 15

1. Clutch lever

2. Headlight dip switch

3. Passing button

4. Instrument SCROLL button

5. Fog lights switch (if fitted)

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 fitted)

13. Engine stop switch

14. Cruise control adjust button (if fitted)

15. Front brake lever

16. Starter button

17. Hazard warning light button

18. Passenger’s heated seat switch (if

fitted)

19. Satellite navigation mounting bracket

(if fitted)

20. Ignition switch

21. Electrical accessory socket

22. Heated grips switch (if fitted)

23. Instrument SET button

24. Horn button

25. Direction indicator switch

Serial Numbers

SERIAL NUMBERS

Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)

1. VIN number

The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)

is stamped into the steering head area

of the frame. It is also displayed on a

label attached to the left hand side of

the headstock.

Record the vehicle identification number

in the space provided 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.

General Information

GENERAL INFORMATION

Table of Contents

Instrument Panel Layout ......................................................................................................................... 23

Warning Lights.............................................................................................................................................. 24

Direction Indicators..................................................................................................................................... 24

Neutral............................................................................................................................................................... 24

High Beam ....................................................................................................................................................... 24

Low Fuel Light ............................................................................................................................................... 24

Cruise Control Light (All Models Except Tiger XR and Tiger XC)........................................... 25

ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System) Warning Light ............................................................................... 25

Alarm/Immobiliser Indicator Light........................................................................................................ 26

Traction Control (TC) Indicator Light................................................................................................... 27

Traction Control (TC) Disabled Warning Light................................................................................. 27

Engine Management System Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) ........................................... 28

High Coolant Temperature Warning Light ....................................................................................... 28

Low Oil Pressure Warning Light ........................................................................................................... 29

Tyre Pressure Warning Light (If Fitted)............................................................................................. 29

Frost Symbol................................................................................................................................................... 30

Low Battery Warning.................................................................................................................................. 31

Speedometer and Odometer................................................................................................................... 32

Gear Position Display ................................................................................................................................. 32

Coolant Temperature Gauge ................................................................................................................... 33

Fuel Gauge....................................................................................................................................................... 33

Service Interval Indicator ......................................................................................................................... 34

Trip Computer................................................................................................................................................. 35

Information Menu ........................................................................................................................................ 36

Setup Menu..................................................................................................................................................... 38

Clock Adjustment – t-SEt.......................................................................................................................... 41

Auto – Self-cancelling Direction Indicators –

Ind (All Models Except Tiger XR and Tiger XC) .............................................................................. 42

Service Interval Announcement – SIA................................................................................................ 42

Changing Units – UnitS (Imperial, US or Metric)............................................................................ 43

Riding Modes.................................................................................................................................................. 44

Riding Mode Selection................................................................................................................................ 47

Selecting a Riding Mode – with the Motorcycle Stationary .................................................... 48

Selecting a Riding Mode – when Riding the Motorcycle........................................................... 49

Setting the RIDER Mode Options........................................................................................................... 51

ABS Options .................................................................................................................................................... 53