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FOREWORD

This handbook contains information on the Triumph Speed Triple and Speed Triple R
motorcycles. 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
particularly
important
information
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.
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instructions or procedures, which, if not
strictly observed, could result in damage to,
or destruction of, equipment.
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Foreword
Caution
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  • Page 1: Foreword

    Foreword FOREWORD This handbook contains information on the Triumph Speed Triple and Speed Triple R motorcycles. Always store this owner's handbook with the motorcycle and refer to it for information whenever necessary. Warnings, Cautions and Notes Caution Throughout this owner's...

  • Page 2: Warning Labels

    To ensure a long, safe and trouble free life for Pressure Monitoring System your motorcycle, maintenance should only be carried out by an authorised Triumph dealer. This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Only an authorised Triumph dealer will have Rules.
  • Page 3 Talk to Triumph • German; Our relationship with you does not end with • Italian; the purchase of your Triumph. Your feedback • Japanese; on the buying and ownership experience is • Spanish; very important in helping us develop our •...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    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.

  • Page 5: The Motorcycle

    Foreword - Safety First FOREWORD - SAFETY FIRST The Motorcycle Fuel and Exhaust Fumes Warning Warning This motorcycle is designed for on-road PETROL IS HIGHLY FLAMMABLE: use only. It is not suitable for off-road use. Always turn off the engine when refuelling. Off-road operation could lead to loss of Do not refuel or open the fuel filler cap control of the motorcycle resulting in an...
  • Page 6 Foreword - Safety First Riding Warning Warning This Triumph motorcycle should operated within the legal speed limits for Never ride the motorcycle when fatigued the particular road travelled. Operating a or under the influence of alcohol or other motorcycle high speeds drugs.

  • Page 7: Helmet And Clothing

    Foreword - Safety First Helmet and Clothing Handlebars and Footrests Warning Warning When riding the motorcycle, both rider The rider must maintain control of the and passenger must always wear a vehicle keeping hands motorcycle helmet, boots, eye protection, handlebars at all times. gloves, trousers (close fitting around the The handling and stability of a motorcycle knee and ankle) and a brightly coloured...

  • Page 8: Parts And Accessories

    By removing the key, the risk conversions for any Triumph motorcycle of use of the motorcycle by unauthorised are those which carry official Triumph or untrained persons is reduced. approval and are fitted to the motorcycle by an authorised dealer.
  • Page 9 Foreword - Safety First Maintenance/Equipment Warning Warning Ensure all equipment that is required by law is installed and functioning correctly. Consult your authorised Triumph dealer removal alteration whenever there is doubt as to the correct motorcycle's lights, silencers, emission or safe...

  • Page 10: Warning Labels

    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 Tyre Pressure Running-In...
  • Page 11 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.

  • Page 12: Parts Identification

    Parts Identification PARTS IDENTIFICATION chcw_2 11 12 13 14 1. Headlight 9. Front brake disc 2. Radiator/Coolant pressure cap 10.Front brake caliper 3. Fuel filler cap 11. Front indicator 4. Fuel tank 12.Oil cooler 5. Coolant expansion tank 13.Side stand 6.
  • Page 13 Parts Identification PARTS IDENTIFICATION chcv_2 16.Silencer 22.Rear brake caliper 17. Tool kit 23.Rear suspension unit 18. Rear brake fluid reservoir 24.Rear brake pedal 19.Battery 25.Oil filler cap/Dipstick 20.Front fork 26.Clutch cable 21. Rear brake disc...
  • Page 14 Parts Identification Parts Identification (continued) cgfs 1. Clutch lever 9. Engine stop switch 2. Passing button 10.Front brake lever 3. Headlight dip switch 11. Horn button 4. Speedometer 12.Direction indicator switch 5. Trip computer display 13.Ignition switch 6. Tachometer 14.Immobiliser 7.

  • Page 15: Serial Numbers

    Serial Numbers SERIAL NUMBERS Vehicle Identification Engine Serial Number Number (VIN) ccmy 1. Engine serial number cget The engine serial number is stamped on the 1. VIN number engine crankcase, immediately above the The vehicle identification number is stamped clutch cover. into the right hand side of the steering head Record the engine serial number in the space area of the frame.
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  • Page 17: General Information

    General Information GENERAL INFORMATION Table of Contents Instrument Panel Layout............20 Speedometer and Odometer.
  • Page 18 General Information Tyre Pressures ............36 Replacement Tyres.
  • Page 19 General Information Tool Kit and Handbook ............48 Seat Lock.

  • Page 20: Instrument Panel Layout

    General Information Instrument Panel Layout 9 10 11 12 chdo 1. Clock 13.High beam indicator light 2. Service interval indicator 14.Low fuel level indicator light 3. Speedometer 15.Alarm/Immobiliser status indicator 4. Fuel gauge light (alarm is an accessory fit) 5. Engine management malfunction 16.Tachometer indicator light 17.

  • Page 21: General Information

    (see page 30). • tyre pressure monitoring system (TPMS) is an accessory which must be fitted by your authorised Triumph dealer. The TPMS display will then activated your authorised Triumph dealer.

  • Page 22: Odometer/Trip Meter

    General Information • Set up is only accessible when the Press and release button 'B' until the desired motorcycle is stationary and in display is visible. The display will scroll neutral. through in the following order: • Journey distance; Odometer/Trip Meter •...

  • Page 23: Trip Meter Reset

    General Information Clock Adjustment Warning Warning Do not attempt to switch between odometer and trip meter display modes or Do not attempt to adjust the clock with the reset the trip meter with the motorcycle in motorcycle in motion as this may lead to motion as this may lead to loss of loss of motorcycle control and an accident.

  • Page 24: Changing Units (Imperial, Us Or Metric)

    General Information Once both hours and minutes are correctly Changing Units (Imperial, US set, press button 'B' to confirm and t-SEt will or Metric) be visible in the display screen. Press and Units has four selectable display modes as release button 'A' until r turn is visible then described below: press button 'B'.
  • Page 25 General Information To access the units display, with the Models without TPMS: Press button 'B' motorcycle stationary and in neutral turn the and do not touch buttons 'A' or 'B' again until ignition to the ON position. UnitS is visible in the display screen. When UnitS is visible in the display screen, press Press and release button 'A' until set up is and release button 'A' until r...

  • Page 26: Abs Disable (Models With Abs Only)

    ABS OFF will be system has been reset by your authorised displayed for 2 seconds, and the ABS Triumph dealer. If the service is overdue, the warning light will be illuminated. distance will be displayed as a negative To Enable the ABS number.

  • Page 27: Gear Change Lights

    General Information Gear Change Lights • mode: lights will progressively illuminate in 250 rpm The gear change lights provide a visual increments until the set limit is indication of when to change gear. The gear reached. At the set limit all six lights change lights are all coloured blue.

  • Page 28: Changing The Set Speed

    General Information Note: When the gear change light mode has been selected, the tachometer needle will move • The motorcycle is delivered from round to the last set position. The rpm will be the factory with the gear change shown in the display screen with the light set to the 6 LED mode at 1,000 units flashing.

  • Page 29: Setting Gear Change Lights To Off

    General Information When the correct setting is shown press Setting Gear Change Lights to Off button 'B' and the rpm 100 units start To select the OFF mode, ensure OFF is visible flashing. in the display screen. Press button 'B' and SHIFt will be visible in the display screen.

  • Page 30: Lap Timer

    General Information Lap Timer Maximum Speed The maximum speed achieved per lap and the lap number. Average Speed The average speed per lap and the lap number. Distance Travelled The distance travelled per lap and the lap number. Turning the Lap Timer On or Off To switch the lap timer on or off, with the motorcycle stationary and in neutral turn the ignition to the ON position.

  • Page 31: Data Recording Mode

    General Information Data Recording Mode New Lap Recording ccmh_1 cfiv_11 1. Lap display 1. Starter button 2. Stop watch icon At the end of the lap, pressing the starter 3. Lap time button again will register the start of a new lap.

  • Page 32: Data Retrieval Mode

    General Information Data Retrieval Mode When the data retrieval mode is accessed, the lap time for the first lap will be displayed. The lap number will be displayed in the speedometer display position. cfiv_12 1. Lap number 2. Stop watch icon cfiv_12 3.

  • Page 33: Coolant Temperature Gauge

    General Information • Distance Travelled (per lap or total of Coolant Temperature Gauge all laps) • Lap Time cfik_1 1. Coolant temperature gauge cfiw_11 The coolant temperature gauge indicates the temperature of the engine coolant. 1. Lap number 2. Stop watch icon When the ignition is switched on, all 8 bars of 3.

  • Page 34: Fuel Gauge

    If a trip meter is an accessory fitted item and must be fitted display is visible, the range to empty display by your authorised Triumph dealer. The can be selected by pressing and releasing TPMS display on the instrument pack will button 'B' until it is visible.

  • Page 35: Tyre Pressure Sensor Serial Number

    General Information Tyre Pressure Sensor Serial Number System Display The serial number for each tyre pressure sensor is printed on a label which is on the Warning sensor. This number may be required by the dealer for service or diagnostics. Do not attempt to switch between front and rear tyre display modes with the If the TPMS has been fitted at the factory,...

  • Page 36: Sensor Batteries

    When replacing tyres, ensure they are aware 5. TPMS warning light that tyre pressure sensors are fitted to the wheels and always have an authorised With the ignition switch turned to the ON Triumph dealer fit your tyres (see page 108). position, if TPMS symbol flashes...

  • Page 37: Warning Lights

    General Information Warning Lights Caution Direction Indicators Stop the engine immediately if the low oil When the indicator switch is pressure warning light illuminates. Do not pushed to the left or right, the restart the engine until the fault has been direction indicator light will flash rectified.

  • Page 38: Engine Management System Malfunction Indicator Light

    Contact an authorised If the indicator light remains on it indicates Triumph dealer as soon as possible to have that the immobiliser has a malfunction that the fault checked and rectified.

  • Page 39: Tyre Pressure Warning Light

    ABS braking system. Do not continue to ride for longer than is necessary with the indicator light illuminated. Contact an authorised Triumph dealer as soon as possible to have the fault checked and cfio_17 rectified. In this situation braking too hard 1.

  • Page 40: Ignition Key

    General Information The tyre pressure at which the warning light Ignition Key illuminates is temperature compensated to 20°C but the numeric pressure display associated with it is not (see page 36). Even if the numeric display seems at or close to the standard tyre pressure when the warning light is on, a low tyre pressure is indicated and a puncture is the most likely cause.

  • Page 41: Ignition Switch/Steering Lock

    General Information Always get replacement keys from your Ignition Switch/Steering Lock authorised Triumph dealer. Replacement keys must be 'paired' with the motorcycle’s immobiliser by your authorised Triumph dealer. Caution Do not store the spare key with the motorcycle as this will reduce all aspects of security.

  • Page 42: Brake And Clutch Lever Adjusters

    General Information TO LOCK: Turn the steering fully to the left, Brake and Clutch Lever turn the key to the OFF position, push and Adjusters fully release the key, then rotate it to the An adjuster is fitted to both the front brake LOCK position.

  • Page 43: Brake Lever

    General Information Brake Lever Right Handlebar Switches ccmh cggq 1. Brake lever 1. Engine stop switch 2. Adjusting screw 2. Starter button To adjust the brake lever, push the lever Engine Stop Switch forward and turn the adjusting screw in to In addition to the ignition switch being turned increase the distance or out to shorten the to the ON position, the engine stop switch...

  • Page 44: Starter Button

    General Information Left Handlebar Switches Caution Do not leave the ignition switch in the ON position unless the engine is running as this may cause damage to electrical components and will discharge the battery. Starter Button The starter button operates the electric starter.

  • Page 45: Direction Indicator Switch

    Horn Button When the horn button is pushed, with the Your Triumph engine is designed to use ignition switch turned to the ON position, the unleaded fuel and will give optimum horn will sound.

  • Page 46: Fuel Tank Cap

    General Information Fuel Tank Cap Warning To help reduce hazards associated with refuelling, always observe the following fuel safety instructions: Petrol (fuel) is highly flammable and can be explosive under certain conditions. When refuelling, turn the ignition switch to the OFF position.

  • Page 47: Filling The Fuel Tank

    General Information Filling the Fuel Tank Warning Avoid filling the tank in rainy or dusty conditions where airborne material can Overfilling the tank can lead to fuel contaminate the fuel. spillage. If fuel is spilled, thoroughly clean up the Caution spillage immediately and dispose of the materials used safely.

  • Page 48: Stand

    General Information Stand Note: • When using the side stand, always Side Stand turn the handlebars fully to the left and leave the motorcycle in first gear. Whenever the side stand is used before riding, always ensure that the stand is fully up after first sitting on the motorcycle.

  • Page 49: Seat Lock

    General Information Seat Lock Seat Care To prevent damage to the seat or seat cover, care must be taken not to drop or lean the seat against any surface which may damage the seat or its cover. See page for seat cleaning information. Caution To prevent damage to the seat or cover, care must be taken not to drop the seat.
  • Page 50 General Information Tie-Down Hooks Located on the underside of the seat are the Warning tie-down hooks. If the seat is used to carry small objects, The tie-down hooks are designed to help they must not exceed 3.5 kg (7.5 lb) in secure a load up to 3.5 kg (7.5 lb) to the seat weight, must not impair control of the using a rope.

  • Page 51: Running-In

    General Information Running-In From 1000 miles (800 1500 kilometres): • Engine speed can gradually be increased to the rev limit for short periods. Both during and after running-in has been completed: Running-in is the name given to the process • Do not over-rev the engine when that occurs during the first hours of a new cold.

  • Page 52: Safe Operation

    Inspect all areas for loose/damaged Adjustment section or see your authorised fixings. Triumph dealer for the action required to Steering Action: Smooth but not loose from return the motorcycle to a safe operating lock to lock. No binding of any of the control condition.
  • Page 53 General Information Brake Pads: There should be more than Clutch: Smooth operation and correct cable 1.0 mm of friction material remaining on the free play (see page 88) at all steering angles. front brake pads and more than 1.5 mm for Coolant: No coolant leakage.
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  • Page 55: How To Ride The Motorcycle

    How to Ride the Motorcycle HOW TO RIDE THE MOTORCYCLE Table of Contents To Stop the Engine ............56 To Start the Engine .

  • Page 56: How To Ride The Motorcycle

    How to Ride the Motorcycle To Stop the Engine 1. Engine stop switch To Start the Engine 2. Starter button Check that the engine stop switch is in the 3. Neutral indicator light RUN position. 4. ON position Ensure the transmission is in neutral. 5.

  • Page 57: Moving Off

    How to Ride the Motorcycle Leaving the throttle fully closed, push the • The motorcycle is equipped with starter button until the engine starts. starter lockout switches. The switches prevent the electric starter from Slowly release the clutch lever. operating when the transmission is not in neutral with the side stand Warning down.

  • Page 58: Changing Gears

    How to Ride the Motorcycle Changing Gears Note: • The gear change mechanism is the 'positive stop' type. This means that, for each movement of the gear change pedal, you can only select each gear, one after the other, in ascending or descending order.

  • Page 59: Braking

    (See ABS warnings.) slow down the motorcycle. Triumph strongly recommends that all Change down one gear at a time such that riders take a course of instruction, which the transmission is in first gear when the includes advice on safe brake operation.
  • Page 60 How to Ride the Motorcycle Warning Warning For your safety, always exercise extreme When descending a long, steep gradient, caution when braking, (whether or not use engine braking by down changing and ABS is fitted), accelerating or turning as use the brakes intermittently. Continuous any incautious action can cause loss of brake application can overheat the brakes control and an accident.

  • Page 61: Abs (Anti-Lock Brake System) Models Only

    How to Ride the Motorcycle ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System) ABS Warning Light models only When the ignition switch is turned to the ON position, it is normal for the ABS warning light to flash on Warning and off (see page 39). If the ABS warning light is constantly illuminated it ABS prevents the wheels from locking, indicates that the ABS function is not...

  • Page 62: Parking

    ABS braking system. Do not continue to ride for longer than is necessary with the indicator light illuminated. Contact an authorised Triumph dealer as soon as possible to have the fault checked and rectified. In this situation, braking too hard will cause the wheels to lock resulting in loss of control and an accident.

  • Page 63: Considerations For High-Speed Operation

    If Warning parking inside a garage or other structure, be sure it is well ventilated and the Only operate this Triumph motorcycle at motorcycle is not close to any source of high speed in closed-course on-road flame sparks.

  • Page 64: General

    How to Ride the Motorcycle Brakes Check that the front and rear brakes are Warning functioning properly. handling characteristics Tyres motorcycle at high speed may vary from those you are familiar with at legal road High-speed operation is hard on tyres, and speeds.

  • Page 65: Engine Oil

    How to Ride the Motorcycle Engine Oil Electrical Equipment Make certain that the engine oil level is Make certain that the headlight, rear/brake correct. Ensure that the correct grade and light, direction indicators, horn, etc. all work type of oil is used when topping up. properly.
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  • Page 67: Accessories, Loading And Passengers

    Accessories and Loading ACCESSORIES AND LOADING The addition of accessories and carriage of additional weight can affect the motorcycle's Warning handling characteristics causing changes in stability and necessitating a reduction in Do not install accessories or carry luggage speed. The following information has been that impairs the control of the motorcycle.
  • Page 68 The rider should instruct the passenger as follows: Warning • It is important that the passenger Only operate this Triumph motorcycle at sits still while the motorcycle is in high speed in closed-course on-road motion and does not interfere competition or on closed-course racetracks.
  • Page 69 Accessories and Loading Warning Warning The handling and braking capabilities of a If the passenger seat is used to carry small motorcycle will be affected by the presence objects, they must not exceed 3.5 kg of a passenger. The rider must make (7.5 lb) in weight, must not impair control allowances these...
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  • Page 71: Maintenance And Adjustment

    Maintenance and Adjustment MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT Table of Contents Scheduled Maintenance............74 Engine Oil .
  • Page 72 Suspension Setting Chart - Speed Triple R ........
  • Page 73 Maintenance and Adjustment Direction Indicator Lights ............119 Bulb Replacement .

  • Page 74: Maintenance And Adjustment

    Triumph dealer maintenance chart. Only an authorised carry out the scheduled maintenance of Triumph dealer will have this knowledge this motorcycle.
  • Page 75 Engine oil filter - renew Valve clearances - check • • Air cleaner - renew • • Autoscan - carry out a full Autoscan using the Triumph • • • • • Diagnostic tool ABS ECM - check for stored DTCs •...
  • Page 76 Maintenance and Adjustment Operation Description Odometer Reading in Miles (Kms) or Time Period, whichever comes first First A Service B Service C Service D Service Service Every 6,000 12,000 18,000 24,000 (800) (10,000) (20,000) (30,000) (40,000) 1 month 1 year 2 years 3 years 4 years...

  • Page 77: Engine Oil

    Maintenance and Adjustment Engine Oil Warning Motorcycle operation with insufficient, deteriorated, or contaminated engine oil will cause accelerated engine wear and may result in engine or transmission In order for the engine, transmission, and seizure. Seizure engine clutch to function correctly, maintain the transmission may lead to sudden loss of engine oil at the correct level, and change the control and an accident.

  • Page 78: Oil Level Inspection

    Maintenance and Adjustment Oil Level Inspection ccpu_1 1. Filler 2. Filler plug/dipstick Caution 3. Upper marking 4. Lower marking Running the engine with insufficient oil will cause engine damage. If the low oil Note: pressure indicator remains on, stop the •...

  • Page 79: Oil And Oil Filter Change

    Contact with hot oil may cause the skin to be scalded or burned. Unscrew and remove the oil filter using Triumph service tool T3880313. Dispose of the old filter in an environmentally friendly way. Apply a thin smear of clean engine oil to the sealing ring of the new oil filter.

  • Page 80: Disposal Of Used Engine Oil And Oil Filters

    Maintenance and Adjustment Oil Specification and Grade Triumph high performance fuel injected Caution engines are designed to use 10W/40 or If the engine oil pressure is too low, the low 15W/50 semi or fully synthetic motorcycle oil pressure warning light will illuminate. If...

  • Page 81: Cooling System

    • HD4X Hybrid OAT coolant, as motorcycle leaves the factory. It is supplied by Triumph, is pre-mixed coloured green, contains a 50% and does not need to be diluted solution of ethylene glycol based prior to filling or topping up the antifreeze, and has a freezing cooling system.

  • Page 82: Coolant Level Inspection

    Maintenance and Adjustment Coolant Level Inspection Coolant Level Adjustment Warning Do not remove the radiator pressure cap when the engine is hot. When the engine is hot, the coolant inside the radiator will be hot and also under pressure. Contact with this hot, pressurised coolant will cause scalds and skin damage.

  • Page 83: Coolant Change

    Note: Coolant Change Have the coolant changed by an authorised • If the coolant level is being Triumph dealer in accordance with scheduled checked because the coolant has maintenance requirements. overheated, also check the level in radiator Radiator and Hoses necessary.

  • Page 84: Fuel Tank

    Maintenance and Adjustment Fuel Tank Release the three fixings and remove the front panel from the fuel tank. Raising Remove the seat (see page 49) and remove the fuel tank prop from its location on the seat base. Store the seat as described on page 49.

  • Page 85: Lowering

    Maintenance and Adjustment Pivot the fuel tank upwards at the front. Throttle Control While holding the fuel tank in the raised position, locate the fuel tank prop into the support points on the air box and the fuel tank. cghm_1 1.

  • Page 86: Inspection

    Always be alert for changes in the 'feel' of the throttle and have the throttle system Use of the motorcycle with incorrectly checked by an authorised Triumph dealer adjusted, incorrectly routed, sticking or if any changes are detected. Changes can...
  • Page 87 Maintenance and Adjustment If there is an incorrect amount of free play, Triumph recommends that you have adjustments made by your authorised Triumph dealer. However, in an emergency, throttle adjustment may be made as follows: 1. Opening cable adjuster Disconnect the battery, negative (black) lead 2.

  • Page 88: Clutch

    Ride carefully to your nearest authorised motorcycle equipped with Triumph dealer and have him check the cable-operated clutch. throttle system thoroughly before riding If the clutch lever has excessive free play, the again. clutch may not disengage fully. This will cause difficulty in changing gear and selecting neutral.

  • Page 89: Inspection

    Turn the outer cable adjuster to give Therefore, always replace worn or damaged 2 - 3 mm of free play at the clutch lever. chains using genuine Triumph parts supplied Tighten the locknut. by an authorised Triumph dealer. Warning...

  • Page 90: Chain Lubrication

    Maintenance and Adjustment Chain Lubrication Chain Free-Movement Inspection Lubrication is necessary every 200 miles and also after riding in wet weather, on wet roads, or any time that the chain appears dry. special chain lubricant recommended in the Specification section. Apply lubricant to the sides of the rollers then allow the motorcycle to stand unused for at least 8 hours (overnight is ideal).

  • Page 91: Chain Free-Movement Adjustment

    It is dangerous to operate the motorcycle 1. Adjuster clamp bolt with defective brakes and you must have 2. C-spanner your authorised Triumph dealer take 3. Eccentric adjuster remedial action before you attempt to ride Loosen the adjuster clamp bolt.

  • Page 92: Chain And Sprocket Wear Inspection

    If the length exceeds the maximum service Use a genuine Triumph supplied chain as limit of 320 mm, the chain must be replaced. specified in the Triumph parts catalogue. Rotate the rear wheel and inspect the drive...

  • Page 93: Brakes

    Maintenance and Adjustment Brakes Brake pads for this model supplied by Triumph will have the carrier plate at least 4.5 mm thick. Always have replacement Brake Wear Inspection brake pads supplied and fitted by your Triumph dealer. 4.5 mm ceyl_1_1 1.

  • Page 94: Brake Pad Wear Compensation

    It is dangerous to operate the motorcycle fittings, seals and joints and also check the under such conditions and your authorised brake hoses for splits, deterioration and Triumph dealer must rectify the fault damage. before riding. Always rectify any faults before riding.

  • Page 95: Brake Fluid Level Inspection And Adjustment

    Warning If there has been an appreciable drop in the level of the fluid in either fluid reservoir, consult your authorised Triumph dealer for advice before riding. Riding with depleted brake fluid levels, or with a brake fluid leak is dangerous and will cause...

  • Page 96: Brake Light Switches

    Triumph dealer ensure that the motorcycle is stabilised and investigate and rectify the fault. secured on a suitable support. Do not exert extreme force against each wheel or...

  • Page 97: Inspecting The Steering (Headstock) Bearings For Free Play

    If the wheel bearings in the front or rear wheel allow play in the wheel hub, are noisy, or if the wheel does not turn smoothly, have your authorised Triumph dealer inspect the wheel bearings. The wheel bearings must be inspected at the...

  • Page 98: Front Suspension

    If any damage or leakage is found, consult an Riding the motorcycle with defective or authorised Triumph dealer. damaged suspension is dangerous and To check that the forks operate smoothly: may lead to loss of control and an accident.

  • Page 99: Suspension Setting Chart - Speed Triple

    7.00 0.75 0.75 0.75 0.75 ¹ Number of adjuster turns clockwise from the fully anti-clockwise position. ² Number of adjuster turns anti-clockwise from the fully clockwise position. Suspension Setting Chart - Speed Triple R LOADING FRONT REAR Spring Rebound Compression...

  • Page 100: Front Suspension Settings

    Settings which vary from left to right could significantly cgfj_1 change handling characteristics leading to 1. Speed Triple spring pre-load adjuster loss of control and an accident. chcy 1. Speed Triple R spring pre-load adjuster...

  • Page 101: Rebound Damping Adjustment

    • Speed Triple Speed Triple R the motorcycle is delivered from the factory with spring pre-load 7 clockwise turns from the fully anti-clockwise position.

  • Page 102: Compression Damping Adjustment

    Maintenance and Adjustment Speed Triple R Compression Damping Adjustment Speed Triple chcy_1 1. Rebound damping adjuster cgfi The rebound damping adjuster is located at 1. Compression damping adjuster the top of the right hand fork. The compression damping adjuster is located...

  • Page 103: Rear Suspension Adjustment

    Maintenance and Adjustment Speed Triple R Rebound Damping Adjustment Speed Triple chcy_2 1. Compression damping adjuster cgfe The compression damping adjuster is located 1. Rebound damping adjuster at the top of the left hand fork. The rebound damping adjuster is located at...

  • Page 104: Compression Damping Adjustment

    Maintenance and Adjustment Speed Triple R Compression Damping Adjustment Speed Triple chcx 1. Rebound damping adjuster cgfb The rebound damping adjuster is accessible 1. Compression damping adjuster from the left hand side of the motorcycle. It is compression damping adjuster...
  • Page 105 Maintenance and Adjustment Speed Triple R All Models Warning The rear suspension unit spring pre-load is not rider adjustable. Any attempt to adjust the spring pre-load could result in a dangerous riding condition leading to loss of control and an accident.

  • Page 106: Tyres

    Maintenance and Adjustment Tyres marked 'TUBELESS' and tubeless valves on rims marked 'TUBELESS'. Speed Triple Speed Triple R Typical Tyre Marking This motorcycle is equipped with tubeless tyres, valves and wheel rims. Use only tyres Wheel Marking Tyre Inflation Pressures...

  • Page 107: Tyre Wear

    Under-inflation may result in the tyre Warning slipping on, or coming off the rim. Only operate this Triumph motorcycle at Over-inflation will cause instability and high speed in closed-course on-road accelerated tread wear.

  • Page 108: Tyre Replacement

    Maintenance and Adjustment Tyre Replacement All Triumph motorcycles are carefully and Warning extensively tested in a range of riding Operation with excessively worn tyres is conditions to ensure that the most effective hazardous will adversely affect tyre combinations are approved for use on traction, stability and handling which may this model.
  • Page 109 Triumph dealer to inspect the tyre both where the ABS would normally function. internally and externally. Remember, tyre damage may not always be visible from the outside.
  • Page 110 Maintenance and Adjustment Warning Warning When replacement tyres are required, Tyres that have been used on a rolling consult your authorised Triumph dealer road dynamometer become who will arrange for the tyres to be damaged. In some cases, the damage may...

  • Page 111: Battery

    Maintenance and Adjustment Battery Battery Removal Raise and support the fuel tank (see page 84). Warning Under some circumstances, the battery can give off explosive gases; keep sparks, flames cigarettes away. Provide adequate ventilation when charging or using the battery in an enclosed space. The battery contains sulphuric acid (battery acid).

  • Page 112: Battery Disposal

    Maintenance and Adjustment Battery Disposal Under normal conditions, the motorcycle charging system will keep the battery fully Should the battery ever require replacement, charged. However, if the motorcycle is the original battery must be handed to a unused, the battery will gradually discharge recycling agent who will ensure that the due to a normal process called self discharge;...

  • Page 113: Battery Charging

    Do not use an automotive quick charger as it may overcharge and damage the battery. Should the battery Voltage fall below 12.7 Volts, the battery should be charged using a Triumph approved battery charger. Always follow the instructions supplied with the battery charger.

  • Page 114: Fuse Boxes

    Maintenance and Adjustment Fuse Boxes The fuse identification numbers listed in the tables correspond with those printed on the fuse box cover, as shown. Spare fuses are located at right angles to the main fuses and should be replaced if used. Front Fuse Box cgfd 1.
  • Page 115 Maintenance and Adjustment Rear Fuse Box Main Fuse The 30 Amp main fuse is located in front of the battery. To allow access to this fuse, the front panel on the fuel tank must be removed. cebw_1 1. Fuse box 2.

  • Page 116: Headlights

    Maintenance and Adjustment Headlights Headlight Adjustment - Vertical Headlights Warning Adjust road speed to suit the visibility and weather conditions in which the motorcycle is being operated. Ensure that the beams are adjusted to illuminate the road surface sufficiently far ahead without dazzling oncoming traffic.

  • Page 117: Headlight Bulb Replacement

    1. Headlight mounting nut Use a genuine Triumph supplied headlight bulb as specified in the Triumph Parts The horizontal beams of both headlights can Catalogue. be adjusted individually. The same procedure is used to adjust either headlight.
  • Page 118 Maintenance and Adjustment Disconnect the battery, negative (black) lead Disconnect the multi-pin electrical connector first. from the bulb and remove the rubber cover. While supporting the headlight, remove the Detach the wire retainer from its clip (do not fixings and detach the headlight from its remove the screw) then remove the bulb bowl.

  • Page 119: Rear Light

    Maintenance and Adjustment Direction Indicator Lights Warning Bulb Replacement Do not reconnect the battery until the assembly process has been completed. Premature battery reconnection could result in ignition of the battery gases causing risk of injury. Reconnect the battery, positive (red) lead first. Refit the front panel and tighten the fixings to 3 Nm.

  • Page 120: Licence Plate Light

    Maintenance and Adjustment Licence Plate Light Caution Bulb Replacement To avoid cable damage, do not pull the Remove the front panel from the fuel tank. bulb holder using the cables. Pull only on Disconnect the battery, negative (black) lead the bulb holder. first.

  • Page 121: Cleaning

    Maintenance and Adjustment Cleaning Use separate cleaning sponges or cleaning cloths for washing painted/polished surfaces Frequent, regular cleaning is an essential part and chassis areas. Chassis areas (such as of the maintenance of your motorcycle. If wheels and under mudguards) will be regularly cleaned, the appearance will be exposed to more abrasive road grime and preserved for many years.

  • Page 122: After Washing

    Maintenance and Adjustment Note: Seat Care • Use of soaps that are highly alkaline will leave a residue on Caution painted surfaces, and may also cause water spotting. Always use a Use of chemicals or high-pressure spray low alkaline soap to aid the washers is not recommended for cleaning cleaning process.

  • Page 123: Cleaning Of The Exhaust System

    Maintenance and Adjustment Cleaning of the Exhaust System Drying All parts of the exhaust system of your Dry the exhaust system as far as possible with motorcycle must be cleaned regularly to a soft cloth. Do not run the engine to dry the avoid a deterioration of its appearance.
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  • Page 125: Storage

    Make sure the cooling system is filled with a 50% mixture of coolant (noting that HD4X Petrol is extremely flammable and can be Hybrid OAT coolant, as supplied by Triumph, explosive under certain conditions. Turn is pre-mixed and requires no dilution) and the ignition switch off.

  • Page 126: Preparation After Storage

    Storage Preparation after Storage Crank the engine on the starter motor several times until the oil pressure light goes out. Install the battery (if removed) (see page 111). Replace the spark plugs, tightening to If the motorcycle has been stored for more 12 Nm, and start the engine.

  • Page 127: Specifications

    Specifications SPECIFICATIONS Dimensions Overall Length ......2, 1 00 mm (82.6 in) Overall Width ......795 mm (31.3 in) Overall Height.
  • Page 128 Water/Anti-freeze ratio ....50/50 (premixed as supplied by Triumph) Coolant Capacity ..... . .

  • Page 129: Gear

    Specifications Ignition Ignition System ......Digital Inductive Electronic Rev Limiter (r/min) ... . . 9,500 (r/min) Spark Plug .
  • Page 130 Option 6, Front and Rear ....Michelin Pilot Road 2CT Approved tyres - Speed Triple R Option 1, Front and Rear ....
  • Page 131 Specifications Electrical Equipment Battery ....... 12 Volt, 12 Ah Alternator......12 Volt, 35 Amp Headlight .
  • Page 132 Coolant ......Triumph HD4X Hybrid OAT coolant Bearings and Pivots.....
  • Page 133 Index INDEX ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System) Dimensions ..... . . 127 Indicator light ..... 39 Direction Indicator Lights .
  • Page 134 Index Gears Safety ......5 Changing Gears ....58 Daily Checks.
  • Page 135 Index Warning Lights ..... 37 Warnings Warning Label Locations... 10 Warning Labels .
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