Triumph Tiger 1050 / Tiger Sport 1050 — OEM Fluid, Tire Pressure & Maintenance Specs
1,050cc Liquid-Cooled Inline-3 DOHC (17-Inch Tall-Rounder Sport-Tourer) · Source: Triumph Tiger 1050 / Tiger Sport 1050 (2007–2020) Official Owner’s Manual Maintenance Specifications
According to the Triumph Tiger 1050 / Tiger Sport 1050 (2007–2020) Official Owner’s Manual Maintenance Specifications, the 2007–2020 Triumph Tiger 1050 / Tiger Sport 1050 (chassis 115NG/NH01) requires 3.2 L (3.38 US qt) of SAE 10W-40 (JASO MA2, API SH or higher (Castrol Power 1 Racing)) engine oil for a drain-only change and 3.5 L (3.70 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 290 kPa / 2.90 bar / 42 PSI rear (180/55 ZR17 M/C (73W)), paired with 3× NGK CR9EIA-9 / LMAR9AI-8 spark plug(s) and a YTX14-BS / YT12B-BS battery.
Drain only: 3.2 L (3.38 US qt)
R 290 kPa (2.90 bar)
Est. Range: ~364 km (226 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 Racing) |
| Oil Volume (Drain / With Filter / Overhaul) |
• Drain only: 3.2 L (3.38 US qt) • With filter/strainer: 3.5 L (3.70 US qt) • Complete dry overhaul: 3.9 L (4.12 US qt) |
| OEM Oil Filter Code & Type | T1218001 / HF204 |
| Correct Oil Level Check Method | Upright on level ground; screw dipstick ALL THE WAY IN, then remove to read level |
| 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: 180/55 ZR17 M/C (73W) (Tubeless) |
|---|---|
| Cold Tire Pressure — Solo Riding |
Front: 234 kPa / 2.34 bar / 34 PSI Rear: 290 kPa / 2.90 bar / 42 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 CR9EIA-9 / LMAR9AI-8 × 3 (Gap: 0.8–0.9 mm) |
| OEM Battery Code & Rating | YTX14-BS / YT12B-BS (12V 12.0Ah Sealed 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 | 1050 cc · 126 hp @ 9,475 rpm · 106 N·m (78.2 lb-ft) @ 7,000 rpm |
|---|---|
| Seat Height & Wet Curb Weight | 830 mm (32.7 in) · 235 kg (518 lbs) |
| Fuel Tank & Est. Real-World Range | 20 L (5.3 US gal) · ~18.2 km/L → ~364 km (226 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 / 20,000 km • Valve Clearance Check: 20,000 km |
4. Generation Cutoffs & Real-World Wrenching Gotchas
Model-Year & Chassis Generation Notes
Transitioned from the dual-swingarm 2007–2012 Tiger 1050 to the single-sided-swingarm 2013+ Tiger Sport, gaining ride-by-wire, cruise control, and 126 hp in 2016.
Oil & Clutch Mechanical Engineering Note
Long-legged 1,050cc triple takes 3.5 L of SAE 10W-40 or 10W-50 JASO MA2 synthetic with filter T1218001 (HF204); grease rear suspension linkage bearings.