Triumph Tiger 1200 GT / GT Pro / GT Explorer — OEM Fluid, Tire Pressure & Maintenance Specs
1,160cc Liquid-Cooled Inline-3 T-Plane Crank (Tri-Link Shaft Drive & Showa Semi-Active) · Source: Triumph Tiger 1200 GT / GT Pro / GT Explorer (2022–Present) Official Owner’s Manual Maintenance Specifications
According to the Triumph Tiger 1200 GT / GT Pro / GT Explorer (2022–Present) Official Owner’s Manual Maintenance Specifications, the 2022–Present Triumph Tiger 1200 GT / GT Pro / GT Explorer (chassis PV01/SMTPV01) requires 3.3 L (3.49 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 228 kPa / 2.28 bar / 33 PSI front (120/70 R19 M/C 60V) and 276 kPa / 2.76 bar / 40 PSI rear (150/70 R18 M/C 70V), paired with 3× NGK CR9EIA-9 / LMAR9AI-8 spark plug(s) and a YTZ14S / Triumph LiFePO4 battery.
Drain only: 3.3 L (3.49 US qt)
R 276 kPa (2.76 bar)
Est. Range: ~392 km (244 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: 3.3 L (3.49 US qt) • With filter/strainer: 3.5 L (3.70 US qt) • Complete dry overhaul: 4 L (4.23 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 |
| Final Drive / Bevel Gear Oil | 180 ml (0.18 L) — SAE 75W-90 Fully Synthetic Hypoid Oil (180 ml bevel box) |
2. Cold Tire Pressures, Wheels, Ignition & Drivetrain
| Front / Rear OEM Tire Sizes | Front: 120/70 R19 M/C 60V · Rear: 150/70 R18 M/C 70V (Tubeless) |
|---|---|
| Cold Tire Pressure — Solo Riding |
Front: 228 kPa / 2.28 bar / 33 PSI Rear: 276 kPa / 2.76 bar / 40 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 | YTZ14S / Triumph LiFePO4 (12V Heavy-Duty AGM / Lithium) |
| Final Drive Maintenance | Tri-Link Cardan Shaft Final Drive — 180 ml SAE 75W-90 synthetic hypoid bevel oil |
| 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 | 1160 cc · 150 hp @ 9,000 rpm · 130 N·m (95.9 lb-ft) @ 7,000 rpm |
|---|---|
| Seat Height & Wet Curb Weight | 850 mm (33.5 in) · 245 kg (540 lbs) |
| Fuel Tank & Est. Real-World Range | 20 L (5.3 US gal) · ~19.6 km/L → ~392 km (244 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
All-new 2022 generation shedding 25 kg via a 1,160cc T-plane triple and Tri-Link shaft swingarm; GT Pro carries 20 L (GT Explorer 30 L + blind-spot radar).
Oil & Clutch Mechanical Engineering Note
Separates 3.5 L of engine/wet-clutch SAE 10W-40/10W-50 JASO MA2 oil (filter T1218001) from 180 ml of SAE 75W-90 synthetic hypoid oil in the rear bevel box.
Garage Wrenching Gotchas
- Ensure dealer ECU software updates are applied to unlock Active Preload Reduction, dropping seat height up to 20 mm automatically as you come to a stop.
- Fill the Tri-Link rear bevel drive strictly to the inspection level hole (~180 ml SAE 75W-90) with the bike upright so shaft seals do not weep.
5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What oil volume, JASO grade, and oil filter code does the Triumph Tiger 1200 GT / GT Pro / GT Explorer (2022–Present) require?
Because its wet multi-plate clutch shares engine oil with the gearbox, run SAE 10W-40 (JASO MA2) at 3.3 L (3.49 US qt) drain-only and 3.5 L (3.70 US qt) with filter (T1218001 / HF204). Also service final drive 180 ml.
How do you accurately check the oil level on the Tiger 1200 GT / GT Pro / GT Explorer, and what are its service intervals?
After warming the engine and waiting per manual procedure, thread the dipstick all the way in before removing it to read the oil level (resting it unscrewed causes overfilling). 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 Tiger 1200 GT / GT Pro / GT Explorer?
Fitted with 120/70 R19 M/C 60V front and 150/70 R18 M/C 70V rear tubeless rims (compatible with roadside plug kits), set cold tire pressures to 33 / 40 PSI (228/276 kPa) solo or 36 / 42 PSI loaded. Seat height is 850 mm (33.5 in) at 245 kg wet weight, delivering ~392 km per 20 L tank.