Triumph Scrambler 1200 XE — OEM Fluid, Tire Pressure & Maintenance Specs
1,200cc Liquid-Cooled 270° Parallel-Twin Scrambler Tune (21-Inch Tubeless Spoke & 250mm Travel) · Source: Triumph Scrambler 1200 XE (2019–Present) Official Owner’s Manual Maintenance Specifications
According to the Triumph Scrambler 1200 XE (2019–Present) Official Owner’s Manual Maintenance Specifications, the 2019–Present Triumph Scrambler 1200 XE (chassis DS01/DS04/DS50) 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 (90/90 - 21 M/C 54V) and 262 kPa / 2.62 bar / 38 PSI rear (150/70 R17 M/C 69V), 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: ~306 km (190 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: 90/90 - 21 M/C 54V · Rear: 150/70 R17 M/C 69V (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: 234 kPa / 2.34 bar / 34 PSI Rear: 276 kPa / 2.76 bar / 40 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 · 90 hp @ 7,000 rpm · 110 N·m (81.1 lb-ft) @ 4,250 rpm |
|---|---|
| Seat Height & Wet Curb Weight | 870 mm (34.3 in) · 230 kg (507 lbs) |
| Fuel Tank & Est. Real-World Range | 15 L (4.0 US gal) · ~20.4 km/L → ~306 km (190 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
Flagship 250 mm-travel 21-inch scrambler; 2021 Euro 5 relocated the catalyst rearward to reduce right-leg heat, and 2024 switched to Marzocchi suspension.
Oil & Clutch Mechanical Engineering Note
High-mount right-side exhaust routing and technical off-road riding make full-synthetic SAE 10W-50 JASO MA2 (3.4 L w/ HF204) the ideal choice.
Garage Wrenching Gotchas
- Drop the aluminum sump guard before unscrewing the HF204 filter, or spilled oil pools on the bash plate and smokes against the headers.
- Side-laced Tangential wire-spoke rims seal tubeless tires without inner tubes—inspect spoke nipple torque periodically after rocky trails.
5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What oil volume, JASO grade, and oil filter code does the Triumph Scrambler 1200 XE (2019–Present) require?
Because its wet multi-plate clutch shares engine oil with the gearbox, run SAE 10W-40 (JASO MA2) at 3.2 L (3.38 US qt) drain-only and 3.4 L (3.59 US qt) with filter (T1218001 / HF204).
How do you accurately check the oil level on the Scrambler 1200 XE, and what are its service intervals?
Hold the motorcycle dead-vertical on level ground 2–3 minutes after warm shutdown and verify the oil sits mid-way between the Upper and Lower marks in the crankcase sight glass—never on the sidestand. Torque the drain plug to 25 N·m with a new crush washer. Factory oil change intervals are every 16,000 km, with valve clearance inspection every 32,000 km.
What are the cold tire pressures, puncture repair type, seat height, and range of the Scrambler 1200 XE?
Fitted with 90/90 - 21 M/C 54V front and 150/70 R17 M/C 69V rear tubeless rims (compatible with roadside plug kits), set cold tire pressures to 34 / 38 PSI (234/262 kPa) solo or 34 / 40 PSI loaded. Seat height is 870 mm (34.3 in) at 230 kg wet weight, delivering ~306 km per 15 L tank.