Triumph Tiger 850 Sport (888 T-Plane) — OEM Fluid, Tire Pressure & Maintenance Specs
888cc Liquid-Cooled Inline-3 T-Plane Accessible 85hp Tune (Road-Focused Entry Tiger) · Source: Triumph Tiger 850 Sport (888 T-Plane) (2021–2024) Official Owner’s Manual Maintenance Specifications
According to the Triumph Tiger 850 Sport (888 T-Plane) (2021–2024) Official Owner’s Manual Maintenance Specifications, the 2021–2024 Triumph Tiger 850 Sport (888 T-Plane) (chassis C301A) requires 2.95 L (3.12 US qt) of SAE 10W-40 (JASO MA2, API SH or higher (Castrol Power 1 Racing)) engine oil for a drain-only change and 3.15 L (3.33 US qt) with filter service (T1218001 / HF204). Standard solo cold tire pressure is 221 kPa / 2.21 bar / 32 PSI front (100/90 - 19 M/C 57V) and 262 kPa / 2.62 bar / 38 PSI rear (150/70 R17 M/C 69V), paired with 3× NGK CR9EIA-9 / LMAR9AI-8 spark plug(s) and a YTZ14S / YTX12-BS battery.
Drain only: 2.95 L (3.12 US qt)
R 262 kPa (2.62 bar)
Est. Range: ~430 km (267 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: 2.95 L (3.12 US qt) • With filter/strainer: 3.15 L (3.33 US qt) • Complete dry overhaul: 3.55 L (3.75 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: 100/90 - 19 M/C 57V · Rear: 150/70 R17 M/C 69V (Tubeless) |
|---|---|
| Cold Tire Pressure — Solo Riding |
Front: 221 kPa / 2.21 bar / 32 PSI Rear: 262 kPa / 2.62 bar / 38 PSI |
| Cold Tire Pressure — 2-Up / Loaded Touring |
Front: 234 kPa / 2.34 bar / 34 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 | YTZ14S / YTX12-BS (12V 10–11.2Ah 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 | 888 cc · 85 hp @ 8,500 rpm · 82 N·m (60.5 lb-ft) @ 6,500 rpm |
|---|---|
| Seat Height & Wet Curb Weight | 810 mm (31.9 in) · 212 kg (467 lbs) |
| Fuel Tank & Est. Real-World Range | 20 L (5.3 US gal) · ~21.5 km/L → ~430 km (267 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
Badged 850 while running the full 888cc T-plane triple tuned for tractable 85 hp road delivery alongside Brembo Stylema calipers and 19/17-inch cast wheels.
Oil & Clutch Mechanical Engineering Note
Identical mechanical sump and T1218001 (HF204) spin-on filter to the Tiger 900, taking 3.15 L of SAE 10W-40 or 10W-50 JASO MA2 synthetic oil.