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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.
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 .
Talk to Triumph local dealer in: • Brazilian Our relationship with you does not end • Dutch with the purchase of your Triumph. Your feedback on the buying and ownership • English experience is very important in helping • French us develop our products and services for •...
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Note: Off-road Use • This note symbol indicates points of particular interest for more efficient All Explorer models are designed for and convenient operation. on-road and light off-road use. Light off-road use includes use on unpaved, Warning Labels dirt or gravel roads, but does not include...
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Unless stated otherwise, information, device or element of design has been instructions, specifications removed or rendered inoperative by Explorer XR -LRH and Explorer XC -LRH any person. models are identical to those detailed in this Owner’s Handbook...
The Motorcycle Warning Warning Explorer XR -LRH and Explorer XC -LRH (Low Ride Height) All Explorer models are designed for Models on-road use and light off-road use. Explorer XR -LRH Light off-road use includes use on Explorer XC -LRH (Low Ride Height)
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(naked) flame. limit of: Take care not to spill any petrol on the Explorer XR - 238 kg (525 lb) engine, exhaust pipes or silencers Explorer XR - 236 kg (520 lb) when refuelling.
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Foreword - Safety First Helmet and Clothing Riding Warning Warning When riding the motorcycle, both rider Never ride motorcycle when and passenger must always wear a fatigued or under the influence of motorcycle helmet, boots, alcohol or other drugs. protection, gloves, boots, trousers Riding when under the influence of (close fitting around the knee and alcohol or other drugs is illegal.
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Foreword - Safety First Handlebars and Footrests Warning Warning This Triumph motorcycle should be operated within the legal speed limits The rider must maintain control of the for the particular road travelled. vehicle by keeping hands on the Operating a motorcycle at high speeds handlebars at all times.
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Triumph removing the key, the risk of use of motorcycle are those which carry the motorcycle by unauthorised or official Triumph approval and are fitted untrained persons is reduced. to the motorcycle by an authorised dealer. When parking the motorcycle, always...
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Consult your authorised Triumph taken to an authorised Triumph dealer dealer whenever there is doubt as to for inspection and repair. Any accident the correct or safe operation of this can cause damage to the motorcycle Triumph motorcycle.
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 Coolant Panniers...
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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.
Serial Numbers SERIAL NUMBERS Vehicle Identification Number Engine Serial Number (VIN) VIN number Engine serial number 2. Label The engine serial number is stamped on the engine crankcase, immediately below The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is the gearbox. stamped into the steering head area of Record the engine serial number in the the frame.
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Tyre Pressure Warning Light (If TPMS is fitted) ......32 Triumph Semi Active Suspension (TSAS) Warning Light (if fitted) ... . . 33 Frost Symbol.
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General Information Triumph Semi Active Suspension (TSAS) Settings (if fitted) ....44 Trip Meters ............45 Trip Meter Reset .
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Resuming the Cruise Control Set Speed ........79 Triumph Semi Active Suspension (TSAS) (if fitted) ......80 Traction Control (TC) .
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General Information Tool Kit, Handbook and the Triumph Accessory D-Lock......98 Electrical Accessory Sockets..........99 Universal Serial Bus (USB) Socket .
The low fuel warning light will that requires investigation. Contact an illuminate when there are authorised Triumph dealer as soon as approximately 3.5 litres of fuel possible to have the fault checked and remaining in the tank. rectified.
In the event of a following warning messages may be fault, contact an authorised Triumph displayed: dealer as soon as possible to have the • WARNING - ABS SYSTEM DISABLED fault checked and rectified.
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In the event of a optimised cornering fault, contact an authorised Triumph functioning. dealer as soon as possible to have the fault checked and rectified. In this situation, braking too hard during cornering may result in loss of motorcycle control and an accident.
(30 to 160 km/h) and is in 3 gear or the OFF position. If the motorcycle is higher. When activated, the cruise fitted with a Genuine Triumph Accessory control light in the tachometer will be alarm, the immobiliser will operate as illuminated (see page 76).
• SYSTEM CORNERING Contact an authorised Triumph dealer DISABLED (models equipped with as soon as possible to have the fault optimised cornering TC only). checked and rectified. Hard acceleration and cornering in The TC system will be affected as follows:...
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Riding Mode Configuration Contact an authorised Triumph dealer page 62). as soon as possible to have the fault checked and rectified. Hard acceleration and cornering in this situation may cause the rear wheel to spin resulting in loss of motorcycle control and an accident.
General Information Traction Control (TC) Indicator Light Note: The TC indicator light is used • TC and optimised cornering TC (if to indicate that the TC system equipped) may not function if there is a malfunction with the ABS is active and is working to limit system.
Reduced engine performance could cause a dangerous riding condition, leading to loss of motorcycle control and an accident. Contact an authorised Triumph dealer as soon as possible to have the fault checked and rectified. Note: • If the MIL flashes when the ignition...
General Information Low Oil Pressure Warning Light Tyre Pressure Warning Light (If TPMS is fitted) With the engine running, if the engine oil pressure becomes The tyre pressure warning dangerously low, the low oil light works in conjunction with pressure warning light in the the tyre pressure monitoring tachometer will illuminate and WARNING system (see page 84).
General Information Triumph Semi Active Suspension After pressing SELECT, tyre pressures display will be automatically (TSAS) Warning Light (if fitted) displayed in the motorcycle information When the ignition is switched section of the home screen. on the warning light will illuminate for 1.5 seconds and...
Always take extra care when the TSAS warning light temperatures are low and reduce 2. Instrument message speed in potentially hazardous driving conditions such as bad weather. Full details of the Triumph Semi Active Excess speed, hard acceleration, Suspension (TSAS) system are described heavy braking or hard cornering when starting on page 80.
General Information Warning and Information It is possible for multiple warning and information messages to be displayed Messages when a fault occurs. Where this is the case, warning messages will take priority Warning Messages over information messages and the following Warning warning symbol will be displayed on the messages may be displayed if...
General Information Tachometer Note: • Some messages are automatically The tachometer shows the engine speed hidden after a short period. in revolutions per minute – rpm (r/min). • Hidden warning and information At the end of the tachometer range messages remain active and will be there is the red zone.
General Information Motorcycle Status Display Speedometer Screen The digital speedometer indicates the road speed of the motorcycle. The read-out displays the motorcycle road speed in increments of one mile (or kilometre) per hour. Motorcycle status display screen The motorcycle status display screen is used to display the following: •...
General Information Fuel Gauge The low fuel warning light will illuminate when there are approximately 3.5 litres of fuel remaining in the fuel tank (see page 24). At this point, two bars will be visible in the fuel gauge and the information display in the multifunction display screen will switch to the Range to Empty display (see page 47).
General Information Coolant Temperature Gauge Gear Position Display Coolant temperature gauge Gear position display (neutral position displayed) coolant temperature gauge 2. Gear position symbol indicates the temperature of the engine coolant. The gear position display indicates which When the ignition is switched on, all gear (one to six) has been engaged.
General Information Cruise Control Set Speed (If Cruise Service/Maintenance Indicator Control is fitted) When the ignition is switched on and the distance to the next service is 500 miles (800 km) or less, the multifunction display will briefly show the distance remaining before the next service in the startup screen.
ABS and/or MIL warning lights are illuminated. Contact an authorised Triumph dealer as soon as possible to have the fault checked and rectified. Clock Ambient air temperature shown in °C 2.
General Information Multifunction Display Screen Home Screen The multifunction display’s home screen is used to display the current riding mode, windscreen adjustment mode, TSAS settings (if fitted), trip meters, OFF-ROAD motorcycle information, heated grips status (if fitted) and heated seats status C N S AUTO (if fitted).
General Information Windscreen Adjustment Mode Press and release the SELECT button on the left hand handlebar switch housing to access the selected item’s sub menu or adjustment screen. OFF-ROAD C N S AUTO OFF-ROAD Windscreen adjustment mode To access the windscreen adjustment mode, press the SCROLL button until the SCROLL button windscreen adjust display is highlighted.
General Information Triumph Semi Active Suspension Note: (TSAS) Settings (if fitted) • If the riding modes link is disabled (as described on page 53), changes made to the TSAS damping settings will remain active until further OFF-ROAD adjustment takes place, regardless of riding mode selection.
General Information Trip Meters All Models Except Explorer XR and Explorer XC To access a trip meter menu press the SCROLL button until the desired trip OFF-ROAD meter display is highlighted. Press the SELECT button to enter the trip meter menu.
General Information Trip Meter Reset Each display provides the following information: To reset either of the trip meters, from the home screen select the trip meter to Journey Distance be zeroed, then press and hold the The total journey distance travelled SCROLL button in either direction for since the trip meter was last reset to two seconds.
Note: items can be selected for display in the home screen. • For Explorer XR and Explorer XC models, only the odometer display is To select an information item for display equipped as standard and no further in the home screen, press the SCROLL...
General Information Settings Menu Instantaneous Fuel Consumption An indication of the fuel consumption at To access the settings menu; with the an instant in time. If the motorcycle is motorcycle stationary, press and hold stationary, --.- will be visible in the the SELECT button on the left hand display area.
General Information Show Warnings The following menu items are available for selection: Selecting SHOW WARNINGS will exit the • EXIT settings menu and display all active warning or information messages in the • TRIP 1 RESET multifunction display screen. • TRIP 2 RESET See page for more information on...
49, or the Trip Meter Reset method described on page 46. Bike Setup Menu - After entering the AUTO RESET setup Explorer XR Shown screen, the instruments will prompt you to select OFF, 1 HR, 2 HRS, 4 HRS or 8 HRS.
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General Information The following menu items are available ABS Disable/Enable for selection: It is possible to temporarily disable the ABS system. The ABS system cannot be Explorer XR and Explorer XC Only permanently disabled, will • EXIT automatically enabled when the ignition •...
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General Information After entering the ABS screen press the TC Disable/Enable SCROLL button to select ENABLE or It is possible to temporarily disable the DISABLE. TC system. The TC system cannot be permanently disabled, will automatically enabled when the ignition is turned off and then on again.
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General Information After entering the TC screen press the TSAS Menu (if fitted) SCROLL button to select ENABLE or After entering the TSAS screen, press DISABLE. the SCROLL button until the desired item is highlighted. Press the SELECT button to enter the item. ENABLE TSAS TC (ENABLE Shown)
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General Information Press the SELECT button to confirm Hill Hold - Explorer XR your selection and return to the TSAS Explorer XC Models Only menu. After entering the HILL HOLD screen See page for more information on press the SCROLL button to select riding mode configuration.
General Information Display Setup Language After entering the LANGUAGE screen, Access the settings menu as described press and release the SCROLL button on page and select DISPLAY SETUP. until the desired language is highlighted. After entering the DISPLAY SETUP menu, press and release the SCROLL button until desired...
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General Information Set Units Set Clock After entering the SET UNITS screen, the After entering the SET CLOCK screen, instruments will prompt for DISTANCE. the instruments will prompt for 12 HR or 24 HR. Press the SCROLL button to select MILE or KM and press SELECT.
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS), throttle response (MAP), Traction Control (TC) and Triumph Semi- RAIN Active Suspension (TSAS) settings to suit differing road conditions and rider preferences. ROAD Riding modes conveniently selected using the MODE and SCROLL...
General Information Riding Mode Selection Warning Warning If ABS and/or TC has been disabled using Bike Setup Menu The selection of riding modes whilst described on pages and 52, the ABS the motorcycle is in motion requires and/or TC settings saved for all riding the rider to allow the motorcycle to modes will be overridden.
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General Information To select a riding mode, press and Scroll through the riding modes until the release the MODE button on the left desired mode is highlighted in the hand switch housing to activate the selection window. riding mode selection menu in the The name of the highlighted riding mode multifunction display.
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General Information The riding mode highlighted in the Once the ABS, MAP, TC and TSAS selection window automatically settings have changed, activated once the time-out has elapsed, multifunction display will return to the following conditions home screen and the selected riding switching modes have been met.
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General Information Incomplete Riding Mode Changes Warning In the event of an incomplete riding mode change, both the previous and Do not stop the engine using the newly selected riding modes will be ignition switch or engine stop switch highlighted with a dashed border. This whilst the motorcycle is moving.
General Information Riding Mode Configuration Refer to the following table for the ABS, MAP, TC and TSAS options available for each riding mode. The factory default settings are indicated with brackets. Riding Modes Options RAIN ROAD SPORT OFF-ROAD RIDER (•) indicates the factory default setting...
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General Information ABS Option Descriptions • Road - Optimal ABS setting for road use. Warning • Off-Road - Optimal ABS setting for off-road use as follows: The Off-Road ABS option is NOT Front Brake Lever Operation intended for use with normal, on-road If the front brake lever is operated riding.
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General Information MAP Option Descriptions • Rain - Optimal TC setting for wet or slippery conditions. Allows reduced • Rain - Reduced throttle response rear wheel slip when compared with when compared to the Road setting, the Road setting. for wet or slippery conditions. •...
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General Information Note: Alternatively, pressing and holding the MODE button will provide direct access • During riding mode configuration, to a riding mode’s configuration menu as ABS and TC can be activated or follows: de-activated in the Off-Road and Rider modes. From the Home Screen •...
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General Information After entering the ABS screen, press the After entering the TC screen, press the SCROLL button to select the desired SCROLL button to select the desired option. Press the SELECT button to option. Press the SELECT button to confirm your selection and return to the confirm your selection and return to the configuration menu.
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General Information TSAS (if fitted and Riding Modes Link Press the SELECT button to confirm Enabled) your selection return configuration menu. After entering the TSAS screen, press the SCROLL button to select the desired RESET TSAS mode. After entering the RESET screen, the instruments will prompt you to select TSAS CONFIRM or CANCEL.
In this situation the engine immobiliser will remain active until one of the ignition keys is removed. Always get replacement keys from your authorised Triumph dealer. Replacement keys must paired with cixj motorcycle’s...
General Information Ignition Switch/Steering Lock Ignition Switch Positions This is a four-position, key operated switch. The key can be removed from the switch only when it is in the OFF, LOCK or P (PARK) position. TO LOCK: Turn the handlebar fully to the left, turn the key to the OFF position, push and fully release the key, then rotate it to the LOCK position.
General Information Right 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 will discharge the battery. RES /+ Starter Button SET /- The starter button operates the electric starter.
General Information Left Handlebar Switches Pass Function With the headlight dip switch set to the dip beam position, pressing the bottom of the switch will activate the pass function. When pressed, the headlight high beam will be switched on. It will remain on as long as the switch is held in and will turn off as soon as the switch is released.
General Information Direction Indicator Switch Horn Button When the indicator switch is pushed to When the horn button is pushed, with the left or right and released, the the ignition switch turned to the ON corresponding direction indicators will position, the horn will sound. flash on and off.
General Information Fog Lights Switch (if fitted) For maximum benefit in cold conditions, from the OFF position press the switch Note: once for hot initially and then reduce the heat level by pressing the switch again • The fog lights switch will only for warm when the grips have warmed operate when the headlights are on.
• MIL illuminated, engine will not start. For all of the above conditions contact an authorised Triumph dealer as soon as possible to have the fault checked and rectified. Throttle open position 2. Throttle closed position Brake Use 3.
General Information Brake and Clutch Lever Warning Adjusters Do not attempt to adjust the lever with the motorcycle in motion as this may lead to loss of motorcycle control and an accident. After adjusting the lever, operate the motorcycle in an area free from traffic to gain familiarity with the new lever setting.
General Information Cruise Control (if fitted) Warning Warning Only operate this Triumph motorcycle high speed closed-course, Cruise control must only be used on-road competition where you can drive safely at a steady closed-course racetracks. High-speed speed. operation should only then...
General Information Activating Cruise Control The cruise control buttons are located on the right hand switch housing and To turn on the cruise control system, operated with minimum press the SET/- button. The cruise movement by the rider. control symbol will be visible in the motorcycle status display screen.
General Information Adjusting the Set Speed While in Note: Cruise Control • activate cruise control, following conditions have to be met: To adjust the set speed while in cruise • The motorcycle must be travelling at control, press and release the: a speed between 19 to 100 mph •...
General Information Deactivating Cruise Control Resuming the Cruise Control Set Speed The cruise control can be deactivated by one of the following methods: Warning • Roll the throttle twist grip fully forward When resuming cruise control, always • Pull the clutch lever ensure that the traffic conditions are •...
There are a total of nine damping accident. settings available for selection ranging from COMFORT (soft) to SPORT (firm) The Triumph Semi-Active Suspension with the three main settings being: System (TSAS) controls adjustment of • COMFORT the front and rear suspension damping •...
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General Information System Calibration allow system calibrate correctly, the following procedure must TSAS system will recalibrate be adhered to: adjustment motors under the following conditions: • Turn the ignition on. Do not start the engine. • If the battery has been disconnected for any reason.
Note: • TC and optimised TC control (if All Explorer motorcycles are equipped equipped) may not function if there with Traction Control (TC). is a malfunction with the ABS TC is a system that helps to maintain system.
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There are no other faults with the above warning lights illuminated. TC system. Contact an authorised Triumph dealer • TC has NOT been disabled by the as soon as possible to have the fault rider (see Bike Setup on page checked and rectified.
General Information Traction Control Settings Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) (if fitted) Warning If the traction control is disabled, the motorcycle will handle as normal but without traction control. this situation accelerating too hard on wet/slippery road surfaces may cause Warning the rear wheel to slip, and may result in loss of motorcycle control and an...
General Information System Display All Models except Explorer XR Explorer XC tyre pressure monitoring system (TPMS) is available as OFF-ROAD an accessory kit and must be fitted by your authorised Triumph dealer. The TPMS display on the instruments will C N S...
Instrument message increase. The cold inflation pressures If the batteries are completely flat, only specified by Triumph take account of dashes will be visible in the TPMS this. display, the red TPMS warning light will...
TPMS - FRONT/REAR TYRE LOW PRESSURE will be displayed (see page 32). Warning Your Triumph engine is designed to use unleaded fuel and will give optimum Stop the motorcycle if the tyre performance if the correct grade of fuel pressure warning light illuminates and is used.
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 explosive under certain conditions. When refuelling, turn the ignition switch to the OFF position. Do not smoke.
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 Caution the spillage immediately and dispose of the materials used safely.
General Information Windscreen To access the windscreen adjustment mode, from the home screen, press the SCROLL button until the windscreen Warning adjust display is highlighted. Never attempt clean windscreen while riding OFF-ROAD motorcycle. Removal of the rider's hands from the handlebars while riding the motorcycle will diminish the C N S AUTO...
Warning It is recommended to have handlebar adjustments carried out by a trained technician of an authorised Triumph dealer. Handlebar adjustments carried out by a technician who is not of an authorised Triumph dealer may affect the handling, stability or other aspects of the motorcycle’s operation which...
General Information Stands Rotate the handlebar so that the alignment marking on the handlebar aligns with the front left hand split line Side Stand of the clamp riser. chde 2 chiu_2 Side stand Upper clamp, left hand The motorcycle is equipped with a side 2.
General Information Seats Whenever the side stand is used, before riding, always ensure that the side stand is fully up after first sitting on the Seat Care motorcycle. To prevent damage to the seat or seat For instructions on safe parking, refer to cover, care must be taken not to drop or the How to Ride the Motorcycle section.
General Information Passenger Seat To refit the seat, reconnect the heated seat’s electrical connector (if equipped), engage the seat's two outer brackets under the loops on the subframe and the two inner brackets to brackets on the rider's seat. Gently push the seat forwards and press down at the rear to engage in the seat lock.
General Information Rider's Seat Warning The rider’s seat is only correctly retained and supported once the passenger seat is correctly fitted. Never ride the motorcycle with the passenger seat detached or removed, as the front seat will not be secured and may move.
General Information Rider’s Seat Height Adjustment Reposition both seat height adjusters to the higher or lower position as required. Ensure both adjuster rails are fully engaged in their brackets on the seat. Refit the rider’s seat (see page 95). Warning Always adjust both...
General Information Heated Seats (if fitted) When the heated seats are switched on, the heated seats symbol will appear in The heated seats switches (if fitted) are multifunction display located on the left hand side of the selected heat level for each seat will be motorcycle.
Space is provided under the passenger seat to store a Triumph accessory D-lock (available from your Triumph dealer). Secure the lock as follows: Remove...
Explorer XR and Explorer XC models as an accessory kit from your authorised Triumph dealer. The socket will provide a 12 Volt electrical supply and is live when the engine is running.
General Information Universal Serial Bus (USB) Caution Socket Make sure that all electronic devices and cables are safely secured under the seat when riding. Make sure there is sufficient space surrounding any electronic devices for the seat to close without causing any damage to the electronic device or the motorcycle.
Expedition Aluminium Panniers. The mounting rails for the Expedition Aluminium Panniers, are also available as an accessory kit for all other Explorer models. The Expedition Aluminium Panniers are available as an accessory option on all Explorer models.
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General Information To Remove Each Pannier: To Install Each Pannier: Insert the key into the lock. Turn the key to the UNLOCK position. Note: • left hand right hand panniers must be mounted to the correct side of the motorcycle. When mounting the panniers, ensure that the lock barrels are facing towards the rear of the motorcycle.
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General Information Note: Warning • An audible click can be heard when the pannier’s upper mounting locking An incorrectly mounted pannier may mechanism is engaged. detach whilst riding, resulting in a • status indicators also dangerous riding condition. provided on the top of the upper Before riding, always ensure that both mounting point.
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General Information Pannier Operation Press downwards on the quick release mechanism for the pannier lid hinge. To unlock and open the pannier, insert Slide the lid down and to the rear to the key and turn it to the UNLOCK release the pannier lid hinge.
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General Information To close and lock the pannier, close the Warning lid and secure with the pannier lid latch. Turn the key to the LOCK position and The Expedition Aluminium Panniers remove it. are designed to be fitted as a pair. Never ride the motorcycle with only one pannier installed.
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Never exceed the maximum vehicle loading Warning weight of: Explorer XR - 238 kg (525 lb) Only operate this Triumph motorcycle Explorer XR - 236 kg (520 lb) at high speed in closed-course on-...
General Information Running-In Warning Never ride an accessory-equipped motorcycle, or a motorcycle carrying a R.P.M. payload of any kind, at speeds above cboa 80 mph (130 km/h). In either/both of Running-in is the name given to the these conditions, speeds in excess of process that occurs during the first 80 mph (130 km/h) should...
Maintenance reduces noise and helps to protect and Adjustment section or see your the environment. authorised Triumph dealer for the action required to return the motorcycle to a safe operating condition. Warning Failure to perform these checks every...
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General Information Check: Brake Pads: There should be more than 1.5 mm of friction material remaining on Fuel: Adequate supply in tank, no fuel all the pads (page 145). leaks (page 87). Brake Fluid Levels: No brake and clutch Engine Oil: Correct level visible at sight fluid leakage.
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How to Ride the Motorcycle To Stop the Engine RES /+ SET /- To Start the Engine Engine stop switch 2. Starter button Check that the engine stop switch is in 3. Neutral indicator light the RUN position. 4. ON position Ensure the transmission is in neutral.
How to Ride the Motorcycle Pull the clutch lever fully into the Caution handlebar. Leaving the throttle fully closed, push If the low oil pressure warning light the starter button until the engine illuminates after starting the engine, starts. stop the engine immediately and investigate the cause.
How to Ride the Motorcycle Changing Gears Warning With the traction control enabled, it will limit the amount of front wheel lift and rear wheel slip. traction control functioning disabled (see Disable/Enable on page or Riding Mode Configuration on page 62), avoid opening the throttle too far or too fast in any of the lower gears as this can lead to the front wheel lifting from the...
If the ABS is not functioning or has been disabled (see ABS Disable/Enable Rear brake pedal page Riding Mode All Explorer models are equipped with a Configuration on page 62), never lock partially integrated braking system, the brakes, as this may cause loss of combined with the Anti-lock Braking motorcycle control and an accident.
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Independent use of the front or rear brakes reduces overall braking Triumph strongly recommends that all performance. Extreme braking may riders take a course of instruction, cause either wheel to lock, reducing which includes advice on safe brake control of the motorcycle and causing operation.
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How to Ride the Motorcycle Warning Warning When descending long, steep Do not coast with the engine switched gradient or mountain pass, make use off, and do not tow the motorcycle. of the engine's braking effect by down transmission pressure- changing and use both front and rear lubricated only when the engine is brakes...
ABS allows light illuminated. In the event of a under certain conditions are not a fault, contact an authorised Triumph substitute for good riding practice. dealer as soon as possible to have the Always ride within the legal speed fault checked and rectified.
How to Ride the Motorcycle Optimised Cornering ABS Warning The Explorer models listed below are equipped with the optimised cornering Continued ABS: Always ride within the legal speed • Explorer XR limit. • Explorer XR -LRH Never ride without due care and •...
In the event of a warning messages may be displayed in fault, contact an authorised Triumph the multifunction display: dealer as soon as possible to have the • WARNING - ABS SYSTEM DIASBLED fault checked and rectified.
How to Ride the Motorcycle Hill Hold Control - Warning Explorer XR Explorer XC Only The ABS warning light will illuminate after three minutes, if the rear wheel Hill hold control is designed to assist the is driven while the motorcycle is on a rider in making hill starts.
How to Ride the Motorcycle Activation Warning Note: The hill hold control system will • The hill hold control system will not deactivate if the side stand is moved operate if there is a fault with the to the down position, the ignition is ABS or engine management systems switched off, the engine stop switch is and the ABS and/or MIL warning...
How to Ride the Motorcycle Hill Hold Unavailable Message The rear brake will remain applied until: • The system detects that the rider is attempting to move off. • Hill hold control manually deactivated by the rider. OFF-ROAD Deactivation HILL HOLD hill hold control...
How to Ride the Motorcycle Parking Do not leave the switch in the P position for long periods of time as this will discharge the battery. Warning Do not park on a soft or on a steeply inclined surface. Parking under these conditions may cause the motorcycle fall over causing...
The handling characteristics of a Warning motorcycle at high speed may vary from those you are familiar with at This Triumph motorcycle should be legal road speeds. Do not attempt operated within the legal speed limits high-speed operation unless you have for the particular road travelled.
How to Ride the Motorcycle Tyres Engine Oil High-speed operation is hard on tyres, Make certain that the engine oil level is and tyres that are in good condition are correct. Ensure that the correct grade crucial to riding safely. Examine their and type of oil is used when topping up.
The Explorer XR - 227 kg (500 lb) following information has been prepared Explorer XC - 236 kg (520 lb) as a guide to the potential hazards of Explorer XC - 228 kg (503 lb)
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Accessories, Loading and Passengers Warning Warning The maximum safe load for the top Never attempt to store any items box is stated on a label inside the top between the frame and the fuel tank. box. Never exceed this loading limit as This can restrict the steering and will this may cause the motorcycle to cause loss of motorcycle control...
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Accessories, Loading and Passengers Warning Warning Do not carry a passenger unless he or The handling and braking capabilities she is tall enough to reach the of a motorcycle will be affected by the footrests provided. presence of a passenger. The rider must make allowances for these A passenger who is not tall enough to changes...
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Accessories, Loading and Passengers Warning Warning Only operate this Triumph motorcycle Never ride an accessory-equipped high speed closed-course, motorcycle, or a motorcycle carrying a on-road competition payload of any kind, at speeds above closed-course racetracks. High-speed 80 mph (130 km/h). In either/both of...
Consult Special tools, knowledge and training an authorised Triumph dealer for advice are required in order to correctly on which maintenance schedule is most carry out the maintenance items suitable for your motorcycle.
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Fuel System and Engine Management Autoscan – carry out a full Autoscan using the • • • • • Triumph diagnostic tool (print a customer copy) • • • • • Fuel system – check for leaks, chafing etc. •...
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Maintenance and Adjustment Operation Description Odometer Reading in Miles (km) or Time Period, whichever comes first First Annual Mileage based service Service Service Every year 10,000 and 20,000 40,000 30,000 (32,000) (800) (64,000) (16,000 and 1 month 48,000) Engine • •...
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Maintenance and Adjustment Operation Description Odometer Reading in Miles (km) or Time Period, whichever comes first First Annual Mileage based service Service Service Every year 10,000 and 20,000 40,000 30,000 (32,000) (800) (64,000) (16,000 and 1 month 48,000) Brakes • •...
Maintenance and Adjustment Engine Oil Warning Never start the engine or run the engine in a confined area. Exhaust fumes are poisonous and can cause cbnz loss of consciousness and death In order for the engine, transmission, within a short period of time. Always clutch function correctly,...
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.
Maintenance and Adjustment Oil Specification and Grade Caution Triumph high performance fuel injected engines are designed to use 10W/40 or Raising the engine speed above idle 15W/50 semi fully synthetic before the oil reaches all parts of the motorcycle engine...
• HD4X Hybrid OAT coolant, ethylene glycol based antifreeze, and supplied by Triumph, is pre-mixed has a freezing point of -35°C (-31°F). and does not need to be diluted prior Corrosion Inhibitors to filling or topping up the cooling system.
Coolant Change Have the coolant changed by an auth- orised Triumph dealer in accordance with scheduled maintenance requirements. Radiator and Hoses Check the radiator hoses for cracks or Expansion tank...
Caution To avoid continued use of a sticking or damaged throttle control, always have Using high-pressure water sprays, it checked by your authorised Triumph such as from a car wash facility or dealer. household pressure washer,...
Maintenance and Adjustment Clutch Fill the reservoir to the upper level line using new DOT 4 fluid from a sealed The motorcycle is equipped with a container. hydraulically operated clutch that does Refit the reservoir cover ensuring that not require adjustment. the diaphragm seal is correctly fitted.
Brake Wear Inspection level, unit contains user serviceable parts. If a fault occurs with the final drive unit, your Triumph dealer must replace the complete assembly. Check the final drive unit for oil leaks in accordance with scheduled maintenance chart.
Pads Disc and brake pad wear is automatically compensated for and has no effect on Triumph recommend a period of careful the brake lever or pedal action. There breaking-in for new brake discs and are no parts that require adjustment on pads that, if followed correctly, will the front and rear brakes.
Maintenance and Adjustment Disc Brake Fluid Front Brake Fluid Level Inspection and Adjustment Inspect the level of brake fluid in both reservoirs and change the brake fluid in accordance with scheduled maintenance requirements. Use only DOT 4 fluid as recommended Specification section.
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 reduced...
If any free play can be detected in the steering (headstock) bearings, ask your authorised Triumph dealer to inspect and rectify any faults before riding. Warning Riding the motorcycle with incorrectly adjusted...
Examine each fork for any sign of smoothly, have your authorised Triumph damage, scratching of the slider surface, dealer inspect the wheel bearings. or for oil leaks.
The setting is measured as the information or consult your dealer. number adjuster clicks anticlockwise from fully The front forks on the Explorer XR and clockwise (closed) position. Explorer XC models are adjustable for compression damping rebound damping. Note: •...
Maintenance and Adjustment Rebound Damping Adjustment Loading Compression Rebound Damping¹ Damping¹ (left hand (right hand fork) fork) Solo (Normal) Solo (Comfort) Solo (Sport) Solo civk (Off-Road) Rebound Damping Adjuster (Red) Solo (with 2. Fork top cap Loaded The rebound damping adjuster is located Luggage at the top of the right hand fork.
Refer front rear clockwise (closed) position. suspension setting charts for further information or consult your dealer. The Rear Suspension Unit (RSU) on the Explorer XR and Explorer XC models is adjustable spring preload rebound damping. Note: • The motorcycle is delivered from the...
Maintenance and Adjustment Rebound Damping Adjustment Loading Spring Rebound Pre-Load¹ Damping² Solo (Normal) Solo (Comfort) Solo (Sport) Solo (Off-Road) Solo (With Loaded Luggage Items) civm Rider and Rebound damping adjuster Passenger The rebound damping adjuster is located Rider and at the bottom of the rear suspension Passenger unit and is accessible from left hand side (with Loaded...
Maintenance and Adjustment Tyres cboa This model is equipped with tubeless tyres, valves and wheel rims. Use only tyres marked TUBELESS and tubeless valves on rims marked SUITABLE FOR TUBELESS TYRES. cfhb_1 Warning Typical Tyre Marking - Tubeless Tyre Do not install tube-type tyres on tubeless rims.
Alternatively, your authorised Over-inflation will cause instability and Triumph dealer to inspect your wheels accelerated tread wear. and tyres. Both conditions are dangerous as Tyre Pressure Monitoring System they may cause loss of motorcycle (if fitted) control and an accident.
Always consult your authorised Warning Triumph dealer for tyre replacement, or for a safety inspection of the Only operate this Triumph motorcycle wheels, spokes and tyres. at high speed in closed-course, on-road competition closed-course racetracks.
Always Do not use anti puncture fluid or any have tyres fitted and balanced by your other item likely to obstruct air flow to authorised Triumph dealer who has the TPMS sensor's orifices. necessary training and skills to ensure blockage to the air pressure orifice of safe, effective fitment.
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Do not install tube-type tyres on affect wheel speed and cause the tubeless rims. The bead will not seat Triumph traction control function not and the tyres could slip on the rims, to operate, potentially leading to loss causing rapid tyre deflation that may...
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When wheel balancing is required, fitting. such as after tyre replacement, see Use of a motorcycle with incorrectly your authorised Triumph dealer. seated tyres, incorrectly adjusted tyre Only use self-adhesive weights. Clip- pressures, or when not accustomed to on weights may damage the wheel...
Maintenance and Adjustment Battery Battery Removal Remove the rider's seat. Warning Remove the wing nut and remove the chassis ECM cover. Under some circumstances, battery can give off explosive gases; keep sparks, flames and cigarettes away. Provide adequate ventilation when charging or using the battery in an enclosed space.
Maintenance and Adjustment Battery Discharge Warning Caution Ensure that the battery terminals do not touch the motorcycle frame as The charge level in the battery must this may cause a short circuit or be maintained to maximise battery life. spark, which would ignite battery Failure to maintain the battery charge gases causing a risk of personal level could cause serious internal...
Motorcycle charger, checking the battery Voltage or battery charging, contact your local During storage or infrequent use of the authorised Triumph dealer. motorcycle, inspect the battery Voltage weekly using a digital multimeter. Follow Warning the manufacturer's instructions supplied with the meter.
Triumph approved gases causing a risk of personal maintenance charger. injury. Similarly, should the battery charge fall Place the battery in the battery case.
Maintenance and Adjustment Fuse Boxes ABS Fuse Box The 40 Amp ABS fuse is located beneath the rider's seat and behind the main Warning fuse box. Always replace blown fuses with new To allow access to the ABS fuse box the ones of the correct rating (as specified rider’s seat and chassis ECM cover must on the fuse box cover) and never use...
† The rating of fuse PS3 varies between 5A IGN models as follows: • 15 Amps - Explorer XR and Fuse Box and Cover - Explorer XC only Explorer XR and Explorer XC • 30 Amps - All modes except...
Maintenance and Adjustment Chassis Electronic Control Module (Chassis ECM) Many of the motorcycle’s electrical systems (such as lighting, TSAS if fitted, horn, cooling fan, fuel pump, and accessories such as heated grips or seats) are controlled by a Chassis Electronic Control Module (Chassis ECM). The chassis ECM provides a primary level of protection to the electrical systems it controls.
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If after resetting the automatic software protection system or replacing a blown fuse, a fault still persists, contact an authorised Triumph dealer as soon as possible to have the fault checked and rectified.
Maintenance and Adjustment Headlights Caution Do not cover the headlight or lens with any item likely to obstruct air flow to, or prevent heat escaping from, the headlight lens. Covering the headlight lens during Warning operation with items of clothing, luggage, adhesive tape,...
Maintenance and Adjustment Headlight Adjustment Headlight Adjustment Lever for Loaded Conditions Each headlight can be adjusted by means vertical horizontal adjustment screws located on the rear of each headlight. In addition, the headlight is equipped with an easily accessible adjuster to allow the vertical adjustment to be corrected when the motorcycle is fully loaded.
ECM to cut power to affected lighting circuits. Remove the rider's seat. Use genuine Triumph supplied bulbs Disconnect the battery, negative (black) as specified in the Triumph Parts lead first. Catalogue. Remove the bulb cover from the bulb to Always...
Maintenance and Adjustment Position Light Direction Indicator Lights celc_2 chgn_1 Indicator lens Fixings 2. Securing screw 2. Headlight surround 3. Position light bulb The lens on each indicator light is held in place by a securing screw located in the The position lamp is fitted to the centre lens of the light.
Maintenance and Adjustment Cleaning Remove any items of jewellery such as rings, watches, zips or belt buckles, Frequent, regular cleaning which may scratch or otherwise damage essential part of the maintenance of painted or polished surfaces. your motorcycle. If regularly cleaned, the separate cleaning sponges...
Maintenance and Adjustment Unpainted Aluminium Items Note: Items such as brake and clutch levers, • Use of soaps that are highly alkaline will leave a residue on painted wheels, engine covers, top and bottom surfaces, and may also cause water yokes on some models must be correctly spotting.
Maintenance and Adjustment Cleaning of the Exhaust System If the transparency of the windscreen or clear panels is reduced by scratches or All parts of the exhaust system of your oxidation which cannot be removed, the motorcycle must be cleaned regularly to windscreen or clear panels must be avoid a deterioration of its appearance.
• Avoid exposure of your leather product to high levels of salt, for Your Triumph leather product is a example sea/salt water or road natural product and lack of care can surfaces that have been treated result in damage and permanent wear.
50% mixture of coolant (noting Warning that HD4X Hybrid OAT coolant, supplied by Triumph, is pre-mixed and Petrol is extremely flammable and can requires no dilution) and distilled water be explosive under certain conditions. solution (see page 141).
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Storage Preparation after Storage Crank the engine on the starter motor several times until the oil pressure light Install the battery (if removed) (see goes out. page 164). Refit the spark plugs, tightening to If the motorcycle has been stored for 12 Nm, and start the engine.
A list of weights specific to these models is available from your authorised Triumph dealer, or on the Internet at www.triumph.co.uk. Maximum Payloads Explorer XR ..... . 238 kg (525 lb) Explorer XR .
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Electric Starter Performance A list of maximum power and maximum torque figures specific to these models is available from your authorised Triumph dealer, or on the Internet at www.triumph.co.uk. Lubrication Lubrication ..... . .
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Specifications Fuel System Type ......Electronic Fuel Injection Injectors ......Solenoid Operated Fuel Pump .
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Specifications Transmission Transmission Type....6 Speed, Constant Mesh Clutch Type..... . . Wet, Multi-Plate Final Drive Ratio .
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Approved Road Dual Purpose Tyres: A list of approved dual purpose tyres specific to these models is available from your authorised Triumph dealer, or on the Internet at www.triumph.co.uk. Warning Use the recommended tyres ONLY in the combinations given. Do not mix tyres from different manufacturers or mix different specification tyres from the same manufacturers as this may result in loss of motorcycle control and an accident.
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Specifications Electrical Equipment Battery Type ..... YTX20L-BS Battery Rating ....12 Volt, 18 Ah Alternator .