Dedicated Subsystem WorkbenchPlatform Gen: 2016–2024

2016 Triumph Bonneville T120 Valve Clearance Specs & Shim Calculator

Cold valve clearance specs for 2016 Triumph Bonneville T120: intake mm, exhaust mm, inspection intervals and replacement shim calculator.

Gen 2016–2024

Factory Platform Compatibility: All workshop fluid capacities, maintenance milestones, torque specifications, and consumables on this specification sheet are factory-identical across model years 2016 through 2024.

Select Model Year:(Active: 2016)

2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024

Engine

1200cc

Drive

525

Cooling

Liquid-Cooled

Factory Valve Clearance & Shim Calculator

OEM Workshop Tolerances

Cylinder head valve lash specifications, timing TDC mark alignments, and interactive replacement shim calculation engine.

Adjustment Mechanism: 9.48 mm

Active Valve Range (INTAKE)

0.12 - 0.20 mm

0.005 - 0.008 in

Nominal Mid-Spec Target

0.16 mm

Ideal cold lash assembly setting

Shim Diameter / Tappet

9.48 mm

Bucket-and-shim interface

Measurement Condition

Cold Engine (≤ 35°C / 95°F)

TDC compression stroke only

Interactive Shim Sizing Calculation Engine: New Shim = Current Shim + (Measured Clearance - Target Clearance)

1. Feeler Gauge Measured Clearance (mm)

Factory intake tolerance: 0.12 - 0.20 mm

2. Currently Installed Shim (mm)

Measured with micrometer or read laser-etched face

TDC Crankshaft Timing Index

Align crankshaft TDC mark with engine timing index pointer

Feeler Gauge Technique

Angled blade feeler gauge (cold engine ≤ 35°C / 95°F)

Official NHTSA Safety Recalls & Technical Bulletins

2 Active Campaigns

U.S. Department of Transportation compliance database (Title 49 U.S.C. Chapter 301).

Verify VIN on NHTSA.gov

The U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reports 2 safety recall campaigns associated with this platform. Independent repair shops and riders should confirm that authorized dealership warranty remedies have been applied.

NHTSA #24V785000ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:CONNECTORS/PLUGS/RECEPTACLES

Received: 21/10/2024▼

Defect Description

Triumph Motorcycles America, Ltd. (Triumph) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Bonneville T100, T120, T120 Black, 2022 Triumph Street Scrambler, Street Scrambler Sandstorm, Street Twin, Street Twin Goldline, 2023-2024 Scrambler 900, and Speed Twin 900 motorcycles. The wiring between the alternator and main harness connector may short circuit and overheat.

Safety Hazard / Consequence

Overheated wiring increases the risk of a fire or crash.

Factory Remedy & Repair Action

Dealers will install a new wire alignment clip, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 18, 2024. Owners may contact Triumph customer service at 1-678-854-2010. Triumph's number for this recall is SRAN 627.

Manufacturer Notes: Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or go to nhtsa.gov.

NHTSA #26V078000ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR

Received: 11/02/2026▼