Triumph Tiger Explorer XR 2017 Service Manual page 220

Tiger Explorer XR Series
5. Refit the sump, ensuring the water pump drain tube is correctly installed (see Sump - Installation).
6. Refill the engine with oil (see Oil and Oil Filter Change).
7. Reconnect the battery, positive (red) lead first.
8. Start the engine and check for oil leaks. Once a leak check has been made, stop the engine and allow to
stand for 10 minutes.
9. Adjust the engine oil level (see Oil Level Inspection).
10. Refit the rider's seat (see Rider's Seat - Installation).
Engine Removal and Installation
Engine - Removal
Before starting work, ensure the motorcycle is stabilised and adequately supported. This will help prevent it
from falling and causing injury to the operator or damage to the motorcycle.
Raise and securely support the motorcycle.
Remove the rider's seat (see Rider's Seat - Removal).
Remove the battery (see Battery Removal).
Remove the engine bars (see Engine Bars - Removal).
Remove the fuel tank (see Fuel Tank - Removal).
Remove the airbox (see Airbox - Removal).
Remove the throttle bodies (see Throttle Bodies/Injectors - Removal).
Drain the engine oil (see Oil and Oil Filter Change).
Remove the radiator (see Radiator - Removal).
Remove the radiator mounting brackets from the engine.
Remove the exhaust system (see Exhaust System - Removal).
Remove the rear bevel box (see Rear Bevel Box - Removal).
Remove the coolant expansion tank (see Expansion Tank - Removal).
Note
Secure the coolant hoses to prevent damage as the engine is removed.
1. Drain the clutch fluid and detach the clutch hose from the master cylinder (see Clutch Master Cylinder -
Removal).
2. Detach the rear brake line and its bracket from the crankcase tidy moulding.
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