Triumph Trophy / Trophy SE 1215 — OEM Fluid, Tire Pressure & Maintenance Specs
1,215cc Liquid-Cooled Inline-3 DOHC (Shaft-Drive Full-Dress Luxury Tourer w/ WP TES) · Source: Triumph Trophy / Trophy SE 1215 (2013–2017) Official Owner’s Manual Maintenance Specifications
According to the Triumph Trophy / Trophy SE 1215 (2013–2017) Official Owner’s Manual Maintenance Specifications, the 2013–2017 Triumph Trophy / Trophy SE 1215 (chassis V13VH) requires 3.8 L (4.02 US qt) of SAE 10W-40 (JASO MA2, API SH or higher (Castrol Power 1 Racing)) engine oil for a drain-only change and 4 L (4.23 US qt) with filter service (T1218001 / HF204). Standard solo cold tire pressure is 248 kPa / 2.48 bar / 36 PSI front (120/70 ZR17 M/C (58W)) and 290 kPa / 2.90 bar / 42 PSI rear (190/55 ZR17 M/C (75W)), paired with 3× NGK CR9EIA-9 / LMAR9AI-8 spark plug(s) and a YTX20L-BS / YTX20CH-BS battery.
Drain only: 3.8 L (4.02 US qt)
R 290 kPa (2.90 bar)
Est. Range: ~473 km (294 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: 3.8 L (4.02 US qt) • With filter/strainer: 4 L (4.23 US qt) • Complete dry overhaul: 4.5 L (4.76 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 Synthetic Hypoid Gear Oil (180 ml shaft bevel drive) |
2. Cold Tire Pressures, Wheels, Ignition & Drivetrain
| Front / Rear OEM Tire Sizes | Front: 120/70 ZR17 M/C (58W) · Rear: 190/55 ZR17 M/C (75W) (Tubeless) |
|---|---|
| Cold Tire Pressure — Solo Riding |
Front: 248 kPa / 2.48 bar / 36 PSI Rear: 290 kPa / 2.90 bar / 42 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 | YTX20L-BS / YTX20CH-BS (12V 18.0Ah High-Output AGM) |
| Final Drive Maintenance | Single-Sided Cardan Shaft — 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 | 1215 cc · 134 hp @ 8,900 rpm · 120 N·m (88.5 lb-ft) @ 6,450 rpm |
|---|---|
| Seat Height & Wet Curb Weight | 800 mm (31.5 in) · 301 kg (664 lbs) |
| Fuel Tank & Est. Real-World Range | 26 L (6.9 US gal) · ~18.2 km/L → ~473 km (294 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
Built to rival the R 1200 RT with the 1,215cc shaft-drive triple, 26 L tank, electric screen, audio system, and WP electronic suspension.
Oil & Clutch Mechanical Engineering Note
Heavy luxury tourer takes 4.0 L of SAE 10W-40/10W-50 JASO MA2 engine oil (filter T1218001) and 180 ml of SAE 75W-90 hypoid bevel-drive oil.