Triumph Scrambler 1200 XE - Owner's Manual > Windscreen Cleaning (if fitted)

Warning

Never attempt to clean the windscreen while the motorcycle is in motion as releasing the handlebars may cause loss of motorcycle control and an accident.

Operation of the motorcycle with a damaged or scratched windscreen will reduce the rider's forward vision.

Any such reduction in forward vision is dangerous and may lead to loss of motorcycle control and an accident.

Caution

Corrosive chemicals such as battery acid will damage the windscreen.

Never allow corrosive chemicals to contact the windscreen.

Caution

Products such as window cleaning fluids, insect remover, rain repellent, scouring compounds, petrol or strong solvents such as alcohol, acetone, carbon tetrachloride, etc. will damage the windscreen.

Never allow these products to contact the windscreen.

Clean the windscreen with a solution of mild soap or detergent and cold water.

After cleaning, rinse well and then dry with a soft, lint-free cloth.

If the transparency of the windscreen is reduced by scratches or oxidation which cannot be removed, the windscreen must be replaced.

Care of Leather Products

We recommend that you periodically clean your leather products with a damp cloth and allow them to dry naturally at room temperature. This will maintain the appearance of the leather and ensure the long life of your product.

Your Triumph leather product is a natural product and lack of care can result in damage and permanent wear.

Follow these simple instructions and give your leather product the respect it deserves:

• Do not use household cleaning products, bleach, detergents containing bleach or any kind of solvent to clean your leather product.
• Do not immerse your leather product in water.
• Avoid direct heat from fires and radiators which can dry out and distort the leather.
• Do not leave your leather product in direct sunlight for prolonged periods of time.
• Do not dry your leather product by applying direct heat to it at any time.
• If your leather product does get wet, absorb any excess water with a soft clean cloth then leave the product to dry naturally at room temperature.
• Avoid exposure of your leather product to high levels of salt, for example sea/salt water or road surfaces that have been treated during the winter for ice and snow.
• If exposure to salt is unavoidable, clean your leather product immediately after each exposure using a damp cloth then leave the product to dry naturally at room temperature.
• Gently clean any minor marks with a damp cloth then leave the product to dry naturally at room temperature.
• Place your leather product in a fabric bag or cardboard box to protect it when in storage. Do not use a plastic bag.

Storage

Preparation for Storage

To prepare the motorcycle for storage, do the following:

• Clean and dry the entire vehicle thoroughly.
• Fill the fuel tank with the correct grade of unleaded fuel and add a suitable fuel stabiliser (if available), following the fuel stabiliser manufacturer's instructions.

Warning

Petrol is extremely flammable and can be explosive under certain conditions.

Turn the ignition switch OFF. Do not smoke.

Make sure the area is well ventilated and free from any source of flame or sparks; this includes any appliance with a pilot light.

• Remove one of the spark plugs from each cylinder and put several drops (5 ml) of engine oil into each cylinder. Cover the spark plug holes with a piece of cloth or rag. With the engine stop switch in the RUN position, push the starter button for a few seconds to coat the cylinder walls with oil. Install the spark plugs, tightening to 12 Nm.
• Change the engine oil and filter
• Check and if necessary correct the tyre pressures
• Set the motorcycle on a stand so that both wheels are raised off the ground. (If this cannot be done, put boards under the front and rear wheels to keep dampness away from the tyres.)
• Spray rust inhibiting oil (there are a host of products on the market and your authorised Triumph dealer will be able to offer you local advice) on all unpainted metal surfaces to prevent rusting. Prevent oil from getting on rubber parts, brake discs or in the brake calipers.
• Make sure the cooling system is filled with a 50% mixture of coolant (noting that HD4X Hybrid OAT coolant, as supplied by Triumph, is pre-mixed and requires no dilution) and distilled water solution
• Remove the battery, and store it where it will not be exposed to direct sunlight, moisture, or freezing temperatures. During storage it should be given a slow charge (one Ampere or less) about once every two weeks
• Store the motorcycle in a cool, dry area, away from sunlight, and with a minimum daily temperature variation.
• Put a suitable porous cover over the motorcycle to keep dust and dirt from collecting on it. Avoid using plastic or similar non-breathable, coated materials that restrict air flow and allow heat and moisture to accumulate.

Preparation after Storage

To prepare the motorcycle to be ridden after storage, do the following:

• Install the battery (if removed)
• If the motorcycle has been stored for more than four months, change the engine oil
• Check all the points listed in the Daily Safety Checks section.
• Before starting the engine, remove the spark plugs from each cylinder.
• Put the side stand down.
• Crank the engine on the starter motor several times until the oil pressure light goes out.
• Replace the spark plugs, tightening to 12 Nm, and start the engine
• Check and if necessary correct the tyre pressures
• Check and if necessary adjust the drive chain tension
• Clean the entire vehicle thoroughly.
• Check the brakes for correct operation.
• Test ride the motorcycle at low speeds.

Specifications

Dimensions, Weights and Performance

A list of model specific dimensions, weights and performance figures is available from your authorised Triumph dealer

Approved Tyres

A list of approved tyres specific to these models is available from your authorised Triumph dealer

Approved Mud and Snow/Dual Purpose Tyres

A list of approved mud and snow/dual purpose tyres specific to these models is available from your authorised Triumph dealer

Warning

The use of mud and snow/dual purpose tyres will result in reduced motorcycle stability.

Warning

Always operate a motorcycle equipped with mud and snow/dual purpose tyres at reduced speeds. The permissible maximum speed is 60 mph (100 km/h). This is also shown on a warning sticker on the motorcycle.

Operation of the motorcycle above the permissible maximum speed may result in loss of motorcycle control and an accident.

Warning

Tyre pressures which have been reduced for off-road riding will impair on-road stability.

Always make sure that the tyre pressures are set as described in the Specifications section for on-road use.

Operation of the motorcycle with incorrect tyre pressures may cause loss of motorcycle control leading to an accident.

Warning

Use the recommended tyres ONLY in the combinations given.

Do not mix tyres from different manufacturers or mix different specification tyres from the same manufacturers as this may result in loss of motorcycle control and an accident.

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