Triumph Tiger Explorer XR 2017 Service Manual page 149

Tiger Explorer XR Series
4. Apply a thin bead of silicone sealant to the lower crankcase mating faces (at the factory, ThreeBond 1215E
is used).
Do not use excessive amounts of sealer. The extra sealer may become dislodged and could block the oil
passages in the crankcases causing severe engine damage.
5. Install and lubricate the crankshaft bearing shells with clean engine oil (see bearing selection before
proceeding).
6. Lubricate the crankshaft journals with clean engine oil.
7. Position the lower crankcase to the upper crankcase.
8. Fit the screws into the lower crankcase and hand tighten until the bolt heads are near contact with the
crankcase.
9. Invert the engine.
10. Fit the screws into the upper crankcase and hand tighten until the bolt heads are near contact with the
crankcase.
Note
The crankcase screws are tightened in stages.
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