Triumph Tiger 900 GT / GT Pro — OEM Fluid, Tire Pressure & Maintenance Specs
888cc Liquid-Cooled Inline-3 T-Plane 1-3-2 Crank (19-Inch Cast Wheel & Electronic Marzocchi RSU) · Source: Triumph Tiger 900 GT / GT Pro (2020–Present) Official Owner’s Manual Maintenance Specifications
According to the Triumph Tiger 900 GT / GT Pro (2020–Present) Official Owner’s Manual Maintenance Specifications, the 2020–Present Triumph Tiger 900 GT / GT Pro (chassis C301/C302/C350) 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: ~426 km (265 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 11.2Ah 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 | 888 cc · 106.5 hp @ 9,500 rpm · 90 N·m (66.4 lb-ft) @ 6,850 rpm |
|---|---|
| Seat Height & Wet Curb Weight | 820 mm (32.3 in) · 222 kg (489 lbs) |
| Fuel Tank & Est. Real-World Range | 20 L (5.3 US gal) · ~21.3 km/L → ~426 km (265 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
Road-biased counterpart to the Rally Pro with 19/17-inch cast wheels, lower 820–840 mm seat, and electronic Marzocchi rear shock; boosted to 108 PS for 2024.
Oil & Clutch Mechanical Engineering Note
Uneven-firing T-plane 888cc triple takes 3.15 L of SAE 10W-40/10W-50 JASO MA2 with filter T1218001; measure dipstick threaded fully in.
Garage Wrenching Gotchas
- Split twin-radiator ducts channel warm air outward past the knees—rinse bug debris gently from both cores to maintain summer cooling efficiency.
- Upper aftermarket crash bars often block side-panel removal over the 20 L tank—account for extra teardown time at the 20,000 km air filter/plug check.
5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What oil volume, JASO grade, and oil filter code does the Triumph Tiger 900 GT / GT Pro (2020–Present) require?
Because its wet multi-plate clutch shares engine oil with the gearbox, run SAE 10W-40 (JASO MA2) at 2.95 L (3.12 US qt) drain-only and 3.15 L (3.33 US qt) with filter (T1218001 / HF204).
How do you accurately check the oil level on the Tiger 900 GT / GT Pro, 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 20,000 km.
What are the cold tire pressures, puncture repair type, seat height, and range of the Tiger 900 GT / GT Pro?
Fitted with 100/90 - 19 M/C 57V front and 150/70 R17 M/C 69V rear tubeless rims (compatible with roadside plug kits), set cold tire pressures to 32 / 38 PSI (221/262 kPa) solo or 34 / 42 PSI loaded. Seat height is 820 mm (32.3 in) at 222 kg wet weight, delivering ~426 km per 20 L tank.