Fuel And Exhaust Fumes; Safety First - Triumph Tiger 1200 XR Owner's Handbook Manual

Safety First

Warning
This motorcycle is designed for use as
a two-wheeled
carrying a rider on their own, or a rider
and one passenger.
The total weight of the rider, and any
passenger, accessories and luggage
must not exceed the maximum load
limit of:
Tiger 1200 XR - 507 lb (230 kg)
Tiger 1200 XRx - 502 lb (228 kg)
Tiger 1200 XRx-LRH - 507 lb (230 kg)
Tiger 1200 XRT - 502 lb (228 kg)
Tiger 1200 XCx - 491 lb (223 kg)
Tiger 1200 XCA - 493 lb (224 kg).
Warning
This motorcycle is equipped with a
catalytic converter below the engine,
which along with the exhaust system
reaches very high temperature during
engine operation.
Flammable materials such as grass,
hay/straw, leaves, clothing and luggage
etc. could ignite if allowed to come into
contact with any part of the exhaust
system and catalytic converter.
Always make sure that flammable
materials are not allowed to contact the
exhaust system or catalytic converter.
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Fuel and Exhaust Fumes

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GASOLINE IS HIGHLY FLAMMABLE:
Always turn off the engine when
refueling.
Do not refuel or open the fuel filler cap
while smoking or in the vicinity of any
open (naked) flame.
Take care not to spill any gasoline on
the engine, exhaust pipes or mufflers
when refueling.
If gasoline is swallowed, inhaled or
allowed to get into the eyes, seek
immediate medical attention.
Spillage on the skin should be immedi-
ately washed off with soap and water
and clothing contaminated with gaso-
line should immediately be removed.
Burns and other serious skin conditions
may result from contact with gasoline.
Never start your engine or let it run for
any length of time in a closed area.
The exhaust fumes are poisonous and
may cause loss of consciousness and
death within a short time.
Always operate your motorcycle in the
open-air or in an area with adequate
ventilation.
Warning
Warning