Where To Be Careful; After Washing; Seat Care - Triumph Tiger XR Owner's Handbook Manual

Maintenance and Adjustment

Where to be Careful

Avoid spraying water with any great
force near the following places:
• Instruments
• Brake cylinders and brake calipers
• Under the fuel tank
• Headstock bearings
• Air intake duct under the rider's
seat.
Caution
Any water sprayed around the air
intake duct could enter the airbox and
engine, causing damage to both items.
Caution
Use of high-pressure spray washers is
not recommended. When
pressure washers, water may be
forced into bearings
components causing premature wear
from corrosion and loss of lubrication.
Note:
• Use of soaps that are highly alkaline
will leave a residue on painted
surfaces, and may also cause water
spotting. Always use a low alkaline
soap to aid the cleaning process.
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After Washing

Remove the plastic bags and tape, and
clear the air intakes.
Lubricate the pivots, bolts and nuts.
Test the
operation.
Start the
five minutes.
ventilation for the exhaust fumes.
Use a dry cloth to absorb water residue.
Do not allow water to stand on the
machine as this will lead to corrosion.
Never wax or lubricate the brake discs.
Loss of braking power and an accident
could result. Clean the disc with a
proprietary brand of oil-free brake
disc cleaner.
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Seat Care

and other
Use of chemicals or high-pressure
spray washers is not recommended
for cleaning the seat. Using chemicals
or pressure washers may damage the
seat cover.
To help maintain its appearance, clean
the seat using a sponge or cleaning
cloth with soap and water.
brakes before motorcycle
engine and run it for
Ensure adequate
Warning
Caution