Triumph Speed Twin 1200 RS — OEM Fluid, Tire Pressure & Maintenance Specs
1,200cc Liquid-Cooled 270° Parallel-Twin 105hp (Ohlins Twins, Brembo Stylema & Shift Assist) · Source: Triumph Speed Twin 1200 RS (2025–Present) Official Owner’s Manual Maintenance Specifications
According to the Triumph Speed Twin 1200 RS (2025–Present) Official Owner’s Manual Maintenance Specifications, the 2025–Present Triumph Speed Twin 1200 RS (chassis DD50/SMTDD50) requires 3.2 L (3.38 US qt) of SAE 10W-40 (JASO MA2, API SH or higher (Castrol Power 1)) engine oil for a drain-only change and 3.4 L (3.59 US qt) with filter service (T1218001 / HF204). Standard solo cold tire pressure is 234 kPa / 2.34 bar / 34 PSI front (120/70 ZR17 M/C (58W)) and 262 kPa / 2.62 bar / 38 PSI rear (160/60 ZR17 M/C (69W)), paired with 2× NGK LMAR8A-9 spark plug(s) and a YTX12-BS battery.
Drain only: 3.2 L (3.38 US qt)
R 262 kPa (2.62 bar)
Est. Range: ~284 km (176 mi)
1. Engine Lubrication, Filter & Clutch Specifications
| Clutch Architecture | Wet Multi-Plate Manual Clutch NEVER use JASO MB |
|---|---|
| Recommended Viscosity & Grade | SAE 10W-40 (Alt: SAE 10W-50) · JASO MA2 · API SH or higher (Castrol Power 1) |
| Oil Volume (Drain / With Filter / Overhaul) |
• Drain only: 3.2 L (3.38 US qt) • With filter/strainer: 3.4 L (3.59 US qt) • Complete dry overhaul: 3.8 L (4.02 US qt) |
| OEM Oil Filter Code & Type | T1218001 / HF204 |
| Correct Oil Level Check Method | Hold bike upright on level ground 3–5 min after warm shutdown; read crankcase sight glass |
| Oil Drain Bolt Torque | 25 N·m (18.4 lb-ft / 2.55 kgf·m) — Use fresh crush washer |
2. Cold Tire Pressures, Wheels, Ignition & Drivetrain
| Front / Rear OEM Tire Sizes | Front: 120/70 ZR17 M/C (58W) · Rear: 160/60 ZR17 M/C (69W) (Tubeless) |
|---|---|
| Cold Tire Pressure — Solo Riding |
Front: 234 kPa / 2.34 bar / 34 PSI Rear: 262 kPa / 2.62 bar / 38 PSI |
| Cold Tire Pressure — 2-Up / Loaded Touring |
Front: 248 kPa / 2.48 bar / 36 PSI Rear: 290 kPa / 2.90 bar / 42 PSI |
| OEM Spark Plug & Quantity | NGK LMAR8A-9 × 2 (Gap: 0.8–0.9 mm) |
| OEM Battery Code & Rating | YTX12-BS (12V 10.0Ah MF AGM) |
| Final Drive Maintenance | 525 Heavy-Duty X-Ring Chain — Maintain 25–35 mm slack and lubricate regularly |
| Brake Fluid & Coolant | DOT 4 · OAT ethylene-glycol coolant for aluminum radiators (50:50 premix) |
3. Ergonomics, Range & Scheduled Service Intervals
| Displacement · Max Power · Peak Torque | 1200 cc · 105 hp @ 7,750 rpm · 112 N·m (82.6 lb-ft) @ 4,250 rpm |
|---|---|
| Seat Height & Wet Curb Weight | 810 mm (31.9 in) · 216 kg (476 lbs) |
| Fuel Tank & Est. Real-World Range | 14.5 L (3.8 US gal) · ~19.6 km/L → ~284 km (176 mi) |
| OEM Scheduled Maintenance Intervals |
• First Break-In: 1,000 km • Engine Oil / Filter: 16,000 km / 16,000 km • Air Filter / Spark Plug: 16,000 km / 32,000 km • Valve Clearance Check: 32,000 km |
4. Generation Cutoffs & Real-World Wrenching Gotchas
Model-Year & Chassis Generation Notes
Introduced for 2025 succeeding the Thruxton RS with 105 hp, Brembo Stylema calipers, Ohlins twin shocks, cornering IMU, and Bonneville’s first Shift Assist.
Oil & Clutch Mechanical Engineering Note
Higher-revving 105 hp cam profile and standard Shift Assist benefit from 3.4 L of full-synthetic SAE 10W-50 JASO MA2 with filter T1218001.