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Triumph · Triumph Hinckley (1991-)

Trident / Sprint / Speed Triple / Tiger (Hinckley)

Library entry covers 1991-2026

44 factory 29 guideline

Published source

Triumph Tiger 800 and Tiger 800XC Owner's Handbook, publication part number 3856669 issue 1, (c) 07.2013

Factory owner's handbook. Covers Tiger 800 / Tiger 800XC, handbook 07.2013.

73 items for a 1994 model, grouped by interval the way a factory chart is laid out.

How this bike is built (what the schedule is based on)
Engine cycle
Four-stroke
Engine lubrication
Wet sump (oil in crankcase)
Oil filtration
Replaceable cartridge or spin-on filter
Valve gear
Overhead cam, shim adjusted (incl. desmo)
Ignition
Electronic (CDI / transistor / ECU)
Charging
Alternator / stator with rectifier
Battery
Wet cell (flooded lead-acid, needs topping up)
Fuel system
Fuel injection
Cooling
Liquid cooled
Primary drive
Gear or chain inside engine, shares engine oil
Gearbox oil
Shares engine oil
Clutch control
Hand lever, cable
Final drive
Chain
Front suspension
Telescopic fork
Rear suspension
Swingarm, single shock / cantilever
Front brake
Disc, hydraulic
Rear brake
Disc, hydraulic
Wheels
Cast / alloy, tubeless
Sidecar
No sidecar
Maintenance schedule

1994 Triumph Trident / Sprint / Speed Triple / Tiger (Hinckley)

On the road: every 200 mi

2 items
  • Check engine oil level
    Pre-ride / on the road
    Guideline

    Each fuel stop on old machines. Dry sump: check the tank hot, engine idling or just stopped, per your manual.

  • Lubricate drive chain
    Pre-ride / on the road
    Factory

    Manual: Drive chain - lubricate. Factory: Chart p.76: every 200 miles (300 km).

On the road: every 300 mi

2 items
  • Check lights, horn, brake light switches
    Pre-ride / on the road
    Guideline
  • Check tire pressures
    Pre-ride / on the road
    Guideline

On the road: every 500 mi

1 item
  • Check coolant level
    Pre-ride / on the road
    Guideline

On the road: every 600 mi

1 item
  • Check chain slack and rear wheel alignment
    Pre-ride / on the road
    Guideline

Every 500 mi

1 item
  • Inspect chain and sprockets for wear (measure stretch)
    Final drive
    Factory

    Manual: Drive chain - wear check. Factory: Chart p.76: every 500 miles (800 km).

Every 1,000 mi or 1 month

1 item
  • Check battery electrolyte, top up with distilled water
    Ignition and electrics
    Guideline

    Wet-cell batteries on old machines need regular topping up, more in hot weather.

Every 1,000 mi or 6 months

1 item
  • Inspect tire tread, sidewalls and date codes
    Wheels and tires
    Guideline

Every 3,000 mi or 12 months

3 items
  • Clean / inspect air filter
    Fuel and air
    Guideline

    Mesh or oiled foam: clean and re-oil. Paper: blow out or replace. Some very early machines have no filter at all.

  • Clean drive chain thoroughly (remove and soak, re-lube)
    Final drive
    Guideline

    Non O-ring chains on old machines: remove, clean, soak in hot chain grease or lube, refit with the master link clip closed end leading.

  • Check footrests, pegs, rear brake and gear lever pivots
    Rear suspension and frame
    Guideline

Every 6,000 mi or 12 months

34 items
  • ABS and Immobiliser ECMs - check for stored DTCs
    Engine
    Factory

    Factory: As printed: • at First Service 500 (800) 1 month; Annual Service Year; Mileage Based Service 6,000 and 18,000 (10,000) and 30,000); 12,000 (20,000); 24,000 (40,000) (Miles (km) or Time Period, whichever comes first)

  • Accessory pannier link mechanism - check for correct operation and adjustment‡
    Engine
    Factory

    Factory: As printed: ‡Only if fitted. • at First Service 500 (800) 1 month; Annual Service Year; Mileage Based Service 6,000 and 18,000 (10,000) and 30,000); 12,000 (20,000); 24,000 (40,000) (Miles (km) or Time Period, whichever comes first)

  • Accessory rack sliding carriage - check for correct operation‡
    Engine
    Factory

    Factory: As printed: ‡Only if fitted. • at Annual Service Year; 6,000 and 18,000 (10,000) and 30,000); 12,000 (20,000); 24,000 (40,000)

  • Autoscan - carry out a full Autoscan using the Triumph diagnostic tool
    Engine
    Factory

    Factory: As printed: • at First Service 500 (800) 1 month; Annual Service Year; Mileage Based Service 6,000 and 18,000 (10,000) and 30,000); 12,000 (20,000); 24,000 (40,000) (Miles (km) or Time Period, whichever comes first)

  • Change engine oil
    Engine
    Factory

    Manual: Engine oil - renew. Factory: Chart p.75: first service 500 miles, annual, and every mileage service.

  • Coolant level - check/adjust
    Engine
    Factory

    Factory: As printed: Every: Day; • at First Service 500 (800) 1 month; Annual Service Year; Mileage Based Service 6,000 and 18,000 (10,000) and 30,000); 12,000 (20,000); 24,000 (40,000) (Miles (km) or Time Period, whichever comes first)

  • Engine oil cooler - check for leaks
    Engine
    Factory

    Factory: As printed: Every: Day; • at First Service 500 (800) 1 month; Annual Service Year; Mileage Based Service 6,000 and 18,000 (10,000) and 30,000); 12,000 (20,000); 24,000 (40,000) (Miles (km) or Time Period, whichever comes first)

  • Fasteners - inspect visually for security
    Engine
    Factory

    Factory: As printed: Every: Day; • at First Service 500 (800) 1 month; Annual Service Year; Mileage Based Service 6,000 and 18,000 (10,000) and 30,000); 12,000 (20,000); 24,000 (40,000) (Miles (km) or Time Period, whichever comes first)

  • Inspect coolant hoses and clamps
    Engine
    Factory

    Manual: Cooling system - check for leaks. Factory: Chart p.75: daily and every service.

  • Lights, instruments and electrical systems - check
    Engine
    Factory

    Factory: As printed: Every: Day; • at First Service 500 (800) 1 month; Annual Service Year; Mileage Based Service 6,000 and 18,000 (10,000) and 30,000); 12,000 (20,000); 24,000 (40,000) (Miles (km) or Time Period, whichever comes first)

  • Replace oil filter
    Engine
    Factory

    Manual: Engine and oil filter - renew. Factory: Chart p.75: first service, annual, and every mileage service.

  • Secondary exhaust clamp bolts - check/adjust
    Engine
    Factory

    Factory: As printed: • at First Service 500 (800) 1 month; Annual Service Year; Mileage Based Service 6,000 and 18,000 (10,000) and 30,000); 12,000 (20,000); 24,000 (40,000) (Miles (km) or Time Period, whichever comes first)

  • Check throttle cable(s) free play and return
    Fuel and air
    Factory

    Manual: Throttle cables - check/adjust. Factory: Chart p.75: daily and every service.

  • Fuel system - check for leaks, chafing etc.
    Fuel and air
    Factory

    Factory: As printed: Every: Day; • at First Service 500 (800) 1 month; Annual Service Year; Mileage Based Service 6,000 and 18,000 (10,000) and 30,000); 12,000 (20,000); 24,000 (40,000) (Miles (km) or Time Period, whichever comes first)

  • Check charging voltage and regulator / cut-out
    Ignition and electrics
    Guideline
  • Adjust clutch free play, lubricate cable and lever pivot
    Primary and gearbox
    Factory

    Manual: Clutch cable - check/adjust. Factory: Chart p.76: daily and every service.

  • Drive chain slack - check/adjust
    Final drive
    Factory

    Factory: As printed: Every: Day; • at First Service 500 (800) 1 month; Annual Service Year; Mileage Based Service 6,000 and 18,000 (10,000) and 30,000); 12,000 (20,000); 24,000 (40,000) (Miles (km) or Time Period, whichever comes first)

  • Check steering head bearing adjustment
    Front end
    Factory

    Manual: Headstock bearings - check/adjust. Factory: Chart p.75: annual and every mileage service.

  • Inspect fork seals, stanchions and fork boots
    Front end
    Factory

    Manual: Forks - check for leaks/smooth operation. Factory: Chart p.75: daily and every service.

  • Steering - check for free operation
    Front end
    Factory

    Factory: As printed: Every: Day; • at First Service 500 (800) 1 month; Annual Service Year; Mileage Based Service 6,000 and 18,000 (10,000) and 30,000); 12,000 (20,000); 24,000 (40,000) (Miles (km) or Time Period, whichever comes first)

  • Check swingarm bushes for play
    Rear suspension and frame
    Guideline
  • Grease and check center / side stand and springs
    Rear suspension and frame
    Factory

    Manual: Center and/or side stand - check operation. Factory: Chart p.76: daily and every service.

  • Inspect rear shocks for leaks and damping
    Rear suspension and frame
    Guideline
  • Brake calipers - check for fluid leaks and seized pistons
    Brakes
    Factory

    Factory: As printed: Every: Day; • at First Service 500 (800) 1 month; Annual Service Year; Mileage Based Service 6,000 and 18,000 (10,000) and 30,000); 12,000 (20,000); 24,000 (40,000) (Miles (km) or Time Period, whichever comes first)

  • Brake fluid levels - check
    Brakes
    Factory

    Factory: As printed: Every: Day; • at First Service 500 (800) 1 month; Annual Service Year; Mileage Based Service 6,000 and 18,000 (10,000) and 30,000); 12,000 (20,000); 24,000 (40,000) (Miles (km) or Time Period, whichever comes first)

  • Brake master cylinders - check for fluid leaks
    Brakes
    Factory

    Factory: As printed: Every: Day; • at First Service 500 (800) 1 month; Annual Service Year; Mileage Based Service 6,000 and 18,000 (10,000) and 30,000); 12,000 (20,000); 24,000 (40,000) (Miles (km) or Time Period, whichever comes first)

  • Check brake pads and discs
    Brakes
    Factory

    Manual: Brake pads - check wear levels. Factory: Chart p.76: daily and every service.

  • Check spoke tension and wheel true
    Wheels and tires
    Factory

    Manual: Wheels - check broken spokes and spoke tightness (800XC). Factory: Chart p.76: daily and every service, Tiger 800XC only.

  • Check wheel bearings for play
    Wheels and tires
    Factory

    Manual: Wheel bearings - check for wear/smooth operation. Factory: Chart p.76: every service.

  • Tire pressures - check/adjust
    Wheels and tires
    Factory

    Factory: As printed: Every: Day; • at First Service 500 (800) 1 month; Annual Service Year; Mileage Based Service 6,000 and 18,000 (10,000) and 30,000); 12,000 (20,000); 24,000 (40,000) (Miles (km) or Time Period, whichever comes first)

  • Tire wear/tire damage - check
    Wheels and tires
    Factory

    Factory: As printed: Every: Day; • at First Service 500 (800) 1 month; Annual Service Year; Mileage Based Service 6,000 and 18,000 (10,000) and 30,000); 12,000 (20,000); 24,000 (40,000) (Miles (km) or Time Period, whichever comes first)

  • Wheels - inspect for damage
    Wheels and tires
    Factory

    Factory: As printed: Every: Day; • at First Service 500 (800) 1 month; Annual Service Year; Mileage Based Service 6,000 and 18,000 (10,000) and 30,000); 12,000 (20,000); 24,000 (40,000) (Miles (km) or Time Period, whichever comes first)

  • Lubricate control cables and lever pivots
    Controls and cables
    Guideline
  • Lubricate speedometer / tachometer cables, check drive
    Controls and cables
    Guideline

    A dry speedo cable whips the needle and eventually kills the instrument.

Every 6,000 mi

3 items
  • Throttle body plate (butterfly) - check/clean
    Engine
    Factory

    Factory: As printed: • at 6,000 and 18,000 (10,000) and 30,000); 12,000 (20,000); 24,000 (40,000)

  • Synchronize throttle bodies
    Fuel and air
    Factory

    Manual: Throttle bodies - balance. Factory: Chart p.75: every mileage service, not annual service.

  • Check chain guard, chain oiler (if fitted), rear chain case
    Final drive
    Factory

    Manual: Drive chain rubbing strip - renew. Factory: Chart p.76: every mileage service.

Every 10,000 mi or 2 years

1 item
  • Compression test (or leak-down)
    Engine
    Guideline

Every 12,000 mi or 2 years

1 item
  • Grease swingarm pivot
    Rear suspension and frame
    Guideline

Every 12,000 mi

5 items
  • Check valve clearances (shim adjusted)
    Engine
    Factory

    Manual: Valve clearances - check/adjust. Factory: Chart p.75, marked at 12,000 and 24,000 services.

  • Replace spark plugs
    Engine
    Factory

    Manual: Spark plugs - renew. Factory: Chart p.75, marked at 12,000 and 24,000 services.

  • Replace air filter element
    Fuel and air
    Factory

    Manual: Air cleaner - renew. Factory: Chart p.75, marked at 12,000 and 24,000 services.

  • Repack / replace steering head bearings
    Front end
    Factory

    Manual: Headstock bearings - lubricate. Factory: Chart p.75, marked at 12,000 and 24,000 services.

  • Clean and grease rear suspension linkage
    Rear suspension and frame
    Factory

    Manual: Rear suspension linkage - check/lubricate. Factory: Chart p.76, marked at 12,000 and 24,000 services.

Every 18,000 mi

1 item
  • Replace chain and sprockets (wear based)
    Final drive
    Guideline

Every 20,000 mi or 4 years

1 item
  • Repack / replace wheel bearings
    Wheels and tires
    Guideline

    Cup-and-cone and taper roller hubs need periodic repacking and adjustment.

Every 24,000 mi or 4 years

1 item
  • Replace fuel filter
    Fuel and air
    Guideline

Every 24,000 mi

1 item
  • Change fork oil
    Front end
    Factory

    Manual: Fork oil - renew. Factory: Chart p.75, marked at 24,000 service only.

Every 25,000 mi or 6 years

1 item
  • Replace swingarm bushes / bearings
    Rear suspension and frame
    Guideline

Every 30,000 mi or 6 years

1 item
  • Rebuild forks: seals, bushes, springs
    Front end
    Guideline

Every 6 months

1 item
  • Clean battery terminals, check charge and strap
    Ignition and electrics
    Guideline

Every 12 months

1 item
  • Check speedometer / odometer against a known distance
    Controls and cables
    Guideline

    Old speedos drift with tire size and drive wear. Use phone GPS over a measured 10 miles / km.

Every 2 years

3 items
  • Inspect wiring, bullet connectors and ground points
    Ignition and electrics
    Guideline
  • Inspect frame, welds and lugs for cracks
    Rear suspension and frame
    Guideline
  • Replace brake fluid
    Brakes
    Factory

    Manual: Brake fluid - renew. Factory: Chart p.76: every 2 years regardless of mileage.

Every 3 years

1 item
  • Replace coolant
    Engine
    Factory

    Manual: Coolant - renew. Factory: Chart p.75: every 3 years, regardless of mileage.

Every 4 years

3 items
  • Replace fuel lines
    Fuel and air
    Factory

    Manual: Fuel and evaporative loss hoses - renew. Factory: Chart p.76: every 4 years regardless of mileage.

  • Inspect brake hoses; replace old rubber
    Brakes
    Guideline
  • Rebuild calipers and master cylinders (seals)
    Brakes
    Guideline

Every 6 years

1 item
  • Replace tires on age (regardless of tread)
    Wheels and tires
    Guideline

No interval set

1 item
  • Inspect, clean and gap spark plugs
    Engine
    Factory

    Manual: Spark plugs - check. Factory: Chart p.75 marks check at 6,000 and 18,000 mile services.

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