Triumph Tiger 1050 2008 User guide

Foreword

FOREWORD

This handbook contains information on the Triumph Tiger motorcycle. Always store this owner's

handbook with the motorcycle and refer to it for information whenever necessary.

Warnings, Cautions and

Notes

Throughout this owner's handbook

particularly important information is

presented in the following form:

Note:

• This note symbol indicates points

of particular interest for more

efficient and convenient operation.

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Warning

This warning symbol identifies special

instructions or procedures, which if not

correctly followed could result in personal

injury, or loss of life.

Caution

This caution symbol identifies special

instructions or procedures, which, if not

strictly observed, could result in damage to,

or destruction of, equipment.

Foreword

Warning Labels

At certain areas of the

motorcycle, the symbol (left)

can be seen. The symbol

means 'CAUTION: REFER TO

THE HANDBOOK' and will

be followed by a pictorial

representation of the subject

concerned.

Never attempt to ride the motorcycle or

make any adjustments without reference to

the relevant instructions contained in this

handbook.

See pages 12 to 13 for the location of all

labels bearing this symbol. Where necessary,

this symbol will also appear on the pages

containing the relevant information.

Maintenance

To ensure a long, safe and trouble free life for

your motorcycle, maintenance should only be

carried out by an authorized Triumph dealer.

Only an authorized Triumph dealer will have

the necessary knowledge, equipment and

skills to maintain your Triumph motorcycle

correctly.

To locate your nearest Triumph dealer, visit

the Triumph web-site at www.triumph.co.uk

or telephone Triumph Motorcycles America

Limited on (678) 854 2010.

Noise Control System

Tampering with the Noise Control System is

Prohibited.

Owners are warned that the law may

prohibit:

a) The removal or rendering

inoperative by any person other than

for purposes of maintenance, repair

or replacement, of any device or

element of design incorporated into

any new vehicle for the purpose of

noise control prior to its sale or

delivery to the ultimate purchaser or

while it is in use and,

b) the use of the vehicle after such

device or element of design has

been removed or rendered

inoperative by any person.

Foreword

Owner's Handbook

Thank you for choosing a Triumph

motorcycle. This motorcycle is the product of

Triumph's use of proven engineering,

exhaustive testing, and continuous striving for

superior reliability, safety and performance.

Please read this owner's handbook before

riding in order to become thoroughly familiar

with the correct operation of your

motorcycle's controls, its features, capabilities

and limitations.

This handbook includes safe riding tips, but

does not contain all the techniques and skills

necessary to ride a motorcycle safely.

Triumph strongly recommends that all riders

undertake a safety course approved by the

Motorcycle Safety Foundation to ensure safe

operation of this motorcycle. Information

about the nearest Motorcycle Safety

Foundation course to you can be obtained by

calling the following nationwide toll free

number: 800-447-4700, or by writing to the

Motorcycle Safety Foundation at: 2, Jenner

Street, Irvine, California 92718.

Warning

This owner's handbook, and all other

instructions that are supplied with your

motorcycle, should be considered a

permanent part of your motorcycle and

should remain with it even if your

motorcycle is subsequently sold.

All riders must read this owner's handbook

and all other instructions which are

supplied with your motorcycle, before

riding, in order to become thoroughly

familiar with the correct operation of your

motorcycle's controls, its features,

capabilities and limitations. Do not lend

your motorcycle to others as riding when

not familiar with your motorcycle's

controls, features, capabilities and

limitations can lead to an accident.

Foreword

Information

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.

Not to be reproduced wholly or in part without the written permission of Triumph Motorcycles

Limited.

Publication part number 3856406 issue 2.

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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

Warning Labels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Parts Identification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Serial Numbers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

How to Ride the Motorcycle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

Accessories, Loading and Passengers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

Maintenance and Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57

Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 3

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 5

Foreword - Safety First

FOREWORD - SAFETY FIRST

The Motorcycle Fuel and Exhaust Fumes

Warning

This motorcycle is designed for on-road

use only. It is not suitable for off-road use.

Off-road operation could lead to loss of

control of the motorcycle resulting in an

accident causing injury or loss of life.

Warning

This motorcycle is not designed to tow a

trailer or be fitted with a sidecar. Fitting a

sidecar and/or a trailer may result in loss of

control and an accident.

Warning

This motorcycle is designed for use as a

two-wheeled vehicle capable of carrying a

rider on his/her own, or a rider and one

passenger (subject to a passenger seat

being fitted).

The total weight of the rider, and any

passenger, accessories and luggage must

not exceed the maximum load limit of

440 lbf ft (200 kg).

Warning

GASOLINE IS HIGHLY FLAMMABLE:

Always turn off the engine when refuelling.

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

refuelling.

If gasoline is swallowed, inhaled or allowed

to get into the eyes, seek immediate

medical attention.

Spillage on the skin should be immediately

washed off with soap and water and

clothing contaminated with gasoline

should immediately be removed.

Burns and other serious skin conditions

may result from contact with gasoline.

Warning

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.

Foreword - Safety First

Riding

Warning

Never ride the motorcycle when fatigued

or under the influence of alcohol or other

drugs.

Riding when under the influence of alcohol

or other drugs is illegal.

Riding when fatigued or under the

influence of alcohol or other drugs reduces

the rider's ability to maintain control of the

motorcycle and may lead to loss of control

and an accident.

Warning

All riders must be licensed to operate the

motorcycle. Operation of the motorcycle

without a license is illegal and could lead to

prosecution.

Operation of the motorcycle without

formal training in the correct riding

techniques that are necessary to become

licensed is dangerous and may lead to loss

of motorcycle control and an accident.

Warning

Always ride defensively and wear the

protective equipment mentioned

elsewhere in this foreword. Remember, in

an accident, a motorcycle does not give the

same impact protection as a car.

Warning

This Triumph motorcycle should be

operated within the legal speed limits for

the particular road travelled. Operating a

motorcycle at high speeds can be

potentially dangerous since the time

available to react to given traffic situations

is greatly reduced as road speed increases.

Always reduce speed in potentially

hazardous driving conditions such as bad

weather or heavy traffic.

Warning

Continually observe and react to changes

in road surface, traffic and wind conditions.

All two-wheeled vehicles are subject to

external forces which may cause an

accident. These forces include but are not

limited to:

• Wind draft from passing vehicles;

• Potholes, uneven or damaged

road surfaces;

• Bad weather;

• Rider error.

Always operate the motorcycle at

moderate speed and away from heavy

traffic until you have become thoroughly

familiar with its handling and operating

characteristics. Never exceed the legal

speed limit.

Foreword - Safety First

Note:

Wobble/Weave

A weave is a relatively slow oscillation of the

rear of the motorcycle, while a wobble is a

rapid, possibly strong shaking of the

handlebar. These are related but distinct

stability problems usually caused by excessive

weight in the wrong place, or by a

mechanical problem such as worn or loose

bearings or under-inflated or unevenly worn

tires.

Your solution to both situations is the same.

Keep a firm hold on the handlebars without

locking arms or fighting the steering.

Smoothly ease off the throttle to slow

gradually. Do not apply the brakes, and do

not accelerate to try to stop the wobble or

weave. In some cases, it helps to shift your

body weight forward by leaning over the

tank.

permission.

Warning

Ensure that you know and respect the rules

of the road. Read and observe publications

such as 'MOTORCYCLE SAFETY', 'YOU

AND YOUR MOTORCYCLE, RIDING

TIPS' and also read and become familiar

with the contents of the MOTORCYCLE

HANDBOOK for your state.

Caution

This Triumph motorcycle is not fitted with

spark arresters. Operation in forests, brush

or grass areas may violate state and local

laws and regulations.

Foreword - Safety First

Helmet and Clothing

When choosing a helmet, always look for a

DOT (Department of Transport) sticker

indicating that the helmet has DOT approval.

Do not buy a helmet without DOT approval.

Warning

When riding the motorcycle, both rider

and passenger must always wear a

motorcycle helmet, eye protection, gloves,

trousers (close fitting around the knee and

ankle) and a brightly colored jacket.

Brightly colored clothing will considerably

increase a rider's (or passenger's) visibility

to other operators of road vehicles.

Although full protection is not possible,

wearing correct protective clothing can

reduce the risk of injury when riding.

Warning

A helmet is one of the most important

pieces of riding gear as it offers protection

against head injuries. You and your

passenger's helmet should be carefully

chosen and should fit you or your

passenger's head comfortably and

securely. A brightly colored helmet will

increase a rider's (or passenger's) visibility

to other operators of road vehicles.

An open face helmet offers some

protection in an accident though a full face

helmet will offer more.

Always wear a visor or approved goggles

to help vision and to protect your eyes.

Foreword - Safety First

Handlebars and Footrests

Warning

The rider must maintain control of the

vehicle by keeping hands on the

handlebars at all times.

The handling and stability of a motorcycle

will be adversely affected if the rider

removes his hands from the handlebars,

resulting in loss of motorcycle control and

an accident.

Warning

The rider and passenger must always use

the footrests provided, during operation of

the vehicle.

By using the footrests, both rider and

passenger will reduce the risk of

inadvertent contact with any motorcycle

components and will also reduce the risk of

injury from entrapment of clothing.

Foreword - Safety First

Parking Parts and Accessories

Triumph does not accept any liability

whatsoever for defects caused by the fitting

of non-approved parts, accessories or

conversions or the fitting of any approved

parts, accessories or conversions by

non-approved personnel.

Warning

Always turn off the engine and remove the

ignition key before leaving the motorcycle

unattended. By removing the key, the risk

of use of the motorcycle by unauthorized

or untrained persons is reduced.

When parking the motorcycle, always

remember the following:

Engage first gear to help prevent the

motorcycle from rolling off the stand.

The engine and exhaust system will be hot

after riding. DO NOT park where

pedestrians, animals and/or children are

likely to touch the motorcycle.

Do not park on soft ground or on a steeply

inclined surface. Parking under these

conditions may cause the motorcycle to fall

over.

For further details, please refer to the 'How

to Ride the Motorcycle' section of this

owner's handbook.

Warning

Owners should be aware that the only

approved parts, accessories and

conversions for any Triumph motorcycle

are those which carry official Triumph

approval and are fitted to the motorcycle

by an authorized dealer.

In particular, it is extremely hazardous to fit

or replace parts or accessories whose fitting

requires the dismantling of, or addition to,

either the electrical or fuel systems and any

such modification could cause a safety

hazard.

The fitting of any non-approved parts,

accessories or conversions may adversely

affect the handling, stability or other aspect

of the motorcycle operation that may result

in an accident causing injury or death.

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