2016+ Triumph Thruxton Maintenance Schedule

This is the maintenance schedule with associated service intervals for the Triumph Thruxton motorcycles made from 2016+ that have a 1200cc engine

It’s very similar to those for other motorcycles with similar engines in the Triumph Modern Classics with a 1200cc engine.

This maintenance schedule applies to the following models:

• 2016 Triumph Thruxton
• 2017 Triumph Thruxton
• 2018 Triumph Thruxton
• 2019 Triumph Thruxton
• 2020 Triumph Thruxton

Tools you may need to maintain your motorcycle

To maintain your motorcycle you need to make sure you have the best oil and other consumables, motorcycle-specific tools, and other tools for your workshop.

Below we’ve listed:

• The most essential motorcycle tools for everyday maintenance
• General workshop tools (sockets, pliers, wrenches etc.) for motorcycles and other use

What you need to service a Triumph Thruxton

Even though the majority of people who own such a new motorcycle will get it serviced at a dealer, a number of people out there will be doing their own service. Maybe you just want to do the obvious and easy stuff (or maybe you’re like me, and you enjoy it). Anyway, this guide is for you!

Here’s a list of the things you need to service your Triumph Thruxton.

Oil	Triumph recommends 10W/40 or 10W/50 semi or fully synthetic motorcycle engine oil that meets specification API SH (or higher) and JASO MA, such as Castrol Power 1 Racing 4T 10W-40 (fully synthetic) engine oil, sold as Castrol Power RS Racing 4T 10W-40 (fully synthetic) in some countries.
Oil filter	Replace the oil filter every time you change the oil. Use Triumph part number T1218001. You can also use K&N’s KN-204-1.
Brake fluid	Triumph motorcycles need DOT 4 brake fluid (they have a clutch cable, so you don’t need fluid for the clutch).
Coolant	Triumph uses Hybrid Organic Acid Technology coolant with a 50% ethylene glycol mix. Zerex G05 is a HOAT coolant that meets this spec.
Front brake pads	Standard brake pads code is T2026565. The equivalent part number for EBC brakes is FA604/4HH.
Rear brake pads	Use original part number T2022955. The equivalent part number for EBC brakes is FA214/2HH.
Spark plugs	NGK code LMAR8A-9. Note they’re sold individually. Make sure they’re gapped to 0.9mm with an appropriate spark plug gap tool.
Air filter	The part number for the air filter is T2201122. You can also use K&N part TB-1216.

You also need the following general consumables for servicing your Triumph Thruxton.

Product	Thumbnail	Description
Chain lubricant		The chain needs to be lubricated every 800 km/500 miles (or more, if it gets wet/dirty). Motul chain paste is cheap and well-loved.
Chain cleaner brush		A chain cleaner brush makes cleaning off grime and then distributing new lubricant much more easy.
Paddock stand		Lubricating the chain and changing the oil both become a lot easier once you use an affordable paddock stand.
Cable lubricant		Remember to lubricate your clutch cable (and brake cables if you have them) with a cable lubricant. Protect All Cable Life is a good general-purpose lubricant.
Grease		Get a good lithium soap based grease for lubricating major components like your side stand, centre stand, and bearings.

Maintenance Schedule for Triumph Thruxton

The following is the list of maintenance operations and to be done on this motorcycle with a distance or time interval — whichever comes earlier.

There are two kinds of service interval: every a) distance or b) time period. In each case, it’s the earlier of the two that’s most important.

Part of the below table includes checks you should do every day.

Operation Description	Every	500 (800) 1 month	Year	10,000 and 30,000 (16,000 and 48,000)	20,000 (32,000)	40,000 (64,000)
Lubrication
Engine – check for leaks	Day	•	•	•	•	•
Engine oil – replace	–	•	•	•	•	•
Engine oil filter – replace	–	•	•	•	•	•
Fuel System and Engine Management
Fuel system – check for leaks, chafing etc.	–			•	•	•
Throttle body plate (butterfly) – check/clean	–			•	•	•
Autoscan – Carry out a full Autoscan using the Triumph Diagnostic Tool (print a customer copy)	–	•	•	•	•	•
Air cleaner – replace	–			•	•	•
Fuel filter – replace	–				•	•
Throttle bodies – balance – 1200 cc engines only	–			•	•	•
Fuel hoses – replace	Every 4 years regardless of mileage
Evaporative loss hoses* – replace	Every 4 years regardless of mileage
Ignition system
Spark plugs – check	–			•
Spark plugs – replace	–				•	•
Cooling system
Cooling system – check for leaks	Day	•	•	•	•	•
Cooling system – check coolant hoses for chafing/cracks/damage. Replace if necessary.	–			•	•	•
Coolant level – check/adjust	Day	•	•	•	•	•
Coolant – replace	Every 3 years, regardless of mileage
Engine
Clutch cable – check function and adjust as necessary	Day	•	•	•	•	•
Valve clearances – check	–				•	•
Camshaft timing	–				•	•
Wheels and Tires
Tire wear/tire damage – check	Day	•	•	•	•	•
Tire pressures – check/adjust	Day	•	•	•	•	•
Wheels – inspect for damage	Day	•	•	•	•	•
Wheels – check wheels for broken or damaged spokes and check spoke tightness (models with spoked wheels only)	Day	•	•	•	•	•
Wheel bearings – check for wear/smooth operation	–	•	•	•	•	•
Steering and Suspension
Steering – check for free operation	Day	•	•	•	•	•
Front and rear suspension – check for damage/ leaks/smooth operation	Day	•	•	•	•	•
Fork oil – replace	–					•
Steering head bearings – check/adjust	–	•	•	•	•	•
Steering head bearings – lubricate	–				•	•
Brakes
Brake pads – check wear levels	Day	•	•	•	•	•
Brake master cylinders – check for fluid leaks	–	•	•	•	•	•
Brake calipers – check for fluid leaks and seized pistons	–	•	•	•	•	•
Brake fluid levels – check	Day	•	•	•	•	•
Brake fluid – replace	Every 2 years regardless of mileage
Drive Chain
Drive chain slack – check/adjust	Day	•	•	•	•	•
Drive chain – wear check	Every 500 miles (800 km)
Drive chain – lubricate	Every 200 miles (300 km)
Drive chain rubbing strips – check	–	•	•	•	•	•
Electrical
All lights, instruments and electrical systems – check/adjust	Day	•	•	•	•	•
General
Instruments, chassis ECM (if equipped) and engine ECM – check for latest calibration download using the Triumph diagnostic tool	–	•	•	•	•	•
Fasteners – inspect visually for security	Day	•	•	•	•	•
Bank angle indicators – check for wear	Day	•	•	•	•	•
Side stand/Center stand – lubricate/check operation	Day	•	•	•	•	•
Side stand pivot pin – clean/grease	–			•	•	•
Carry out all outstanding Service Bulletin and warranty work	–	•	•	•	•	•
Carry out road test	–	•	•	•	•	•
Complete the service record book and reset the service indicator (if equipped)	–	•	•	•	•	•

* Evaporative system fitted to models for certain markets only.

General information about the Triumph Thruxton

The tank holds a decent 3.8 gallons and the length and shape of the seat allow you to sit in several different positions comfortably, adjusting for more aggressive or upright riding. This bike is the new 1200cc engine, the parallel twin has been totally reworked for a massive bump in power, with a 62% increase in torque and a 41% increase in horsepower. The Thruxton now puts out 112ft-lbs and 97hp, which has led to some weekends in the mountains and evenings in the canyons. KYB 41mm cartidge forks, 120mm travel front suspension and KYB twin shocks with adjustable preload, 120mm rear wheel travel, respectively.

Manual for the Triumph Thruxton

The above maintenance schedule comes directly from the user’s manual for the Triumph Thruxton, which is available on the Triumph website.