Triumph Scrambler 1200 XE - Owner's Manual > Fuel

Fuel Grade

Triumph motorcycles are designed to use unleaded fuel and will give optimum performance if the correct grade of fuel is used. Always use unleaded fuel with a minimum octane rating of 91 RON.

Ethanol

In Europe, Triumph motorcycles are compatible with Ethanol E5 and E10 (5% and 10% Ethanol) unleaded fuel.

In all other markets Ethanol up to E25 (25% Ethanol) may be used.

Engine Calibration

In certain circumstances engine calibration may be required. Always refer to your authorised Triumph dealer.

Caution

The motorcycle can be permanently damaged if it is allowed to operate with the incorrect grade of fuel or incorrect engine calibration.

Always make sure the fuel used is of the correct grade and quality.

Damage caused by using the incorrect fuel or engine calibration is not considered a manufacturing defect and will not be covered under warranty.

Caution

The exhaust system for this motorcycle is fitted with a catalytic converter to help reduce exhaust emission levels.

Use of leaded fuel will damage the catalytic converter. In addition, the catalytic converter can be permanently damaged if the motorcycle is allowed to run out of fuel or if the fuel level is allowed to get very low.

Always make sure you have adequate fuel for your journey.

Note

The use of leaded fuel is illegal in some countries, states or territories.

Refuelling

Warning

To help reduce hazards associated with refuelling, always observe the following fuel safety instructions:

• Petrol (fuel) is highly flammable and can be explosive under certain conditions. When refuelling, turn the ignition switch to the OFF position.
• Do not smoke.
• Do not use a mobile telephone.
• Make sure the refuelling area is well ventilated and free from any source of flame or sparks. This includes any appliance with a pilot light.
• Never fill the tank until the fuel level rises into the filler neck. Heat from sunlight or other sources may cause the fuel to expand and overflow creating a fire hazard.
• After refuelling always check that the fuel filler cap is correctly closed.
• Because petrol (fuel) is highly flammable, any fuel leak or spillage, or any failure to observe the safety advice given above will lead to a fire hazard, which could cause damage to property, injury to persons or death.

Fuel Tank Cap

1. Fuel tank cap

To open the fuel tank cap:

• Remove the cover or lift up the flap.
• Insert the key into the lock and turn the key clockwise.
• Rotate the cap anticlockwise and lift clear of the tank filler neck.

To close and lock the cap:

• Align the cap to the tank filler neck and rotate the cap clockwise until the cap seals against the filler neck.
• In the fully closed position, a ratchet mechanism prevents overtightening of the cap by allowing the outer part of the cap to turn independently of the internal part.
• Turn the key anticlockwise to lock and withdraw the key.
• Replace the cover.

Filling the Fuel Tank

Warning

Overfilling the tank can lead to fuel spillage.

If fuel is spilled, thoroughly clean up the spillage immediately and dispose of the materials used safely.

Take care not to spill any fuel on the engine, exhaust pipes, tyres or any other part of the motorcycle.

Because fuel is highly flammable, any fuel leak or spillage, or any failure to observe the safety advice given above may lead to a fire hazard, which could cause damage to property and injury or death to persons.

Fuel spilled near to, or onto the tyres will reduce the tyres' ability to grip the road. This will result in a dangerous riding condition potentially causing loss of motorcycle control and an accident.

Caution

Avoid filling the tank in rainy or dusty conditions where airborne material can contaminate the fuel.

Contaminated fuel may cause damage to fuel system components.

Fill the fuel tank slowly to help prevent spillage. Do not fill the tank to a level above the bottom of the filler neck.

This will make sure there is enough air space to allow for fuel expansion if the fuel inside the tank expands through absorption of heat from the engine or from direct sunlight.

1. Fuel filler neck
2. Maximum fuel level

After refuelling always check that the fuel filler cap is correctly closed.

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