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2023 Triumph Bonneville T120 / Black / Speed Twin 1200 / Thruxton Fastener Torque Specs & Tightening Matrix

Factory torque specs for 2023 Triumph Bonneville T120 / Black / Speed Twin 1200 / Thruxton: oil drain plug, axle nuts, caliper mount bolts, spark plugs, triple clamp pinch bolts with thread lubrication derating guide.

Technical PassportOEM VERIFIED

Engine

1200cc

Cooling

Liquid-Cooled

Final Drive

525 Chain

Engine Oil

3.80 L (4.02 US qt)

Spark Plug

NGK LMAR8A-9

Front Tire

100/90-18 (T120) / 120/70 ZR17 (Speed Twin)

Gen 2016–2026

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 2026.

SPECS-TO-CART BUNDLESFactory Direct-Fit Maintenance Bundles Available

1-Click verified Motul engine oil service kits, race filters, spark plugs, and brake fluid pre-measured for this 2023 Triumph Bonneville T120 / Black / Speed Twin 1200 / Thruxton.

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11 Production Years (2016–2026)

2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026

Suggested Items6 Verified Workshop Consumables Available for this Job

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Task-critical chemicals, precision tools, and replacement consumables dynamically matched to the 2023 Triumph Bonneville T120 / Black / Speed Twin 1200 / Thruxton factory engineering specifications.

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CRITICAL THREADLOCKER

PERMATEXIn Stock

PERMATEX Gel Threadlocker - Blue

Prevents critical engine, brake caliper, and sprocket fasteners from backing out under severe harmonic vibration.

$14.99USD

ANTI-SEIZE LUBRICANT

MOTOREXIn Stock

MOTOREX COPPER ANTI-SEIZE SPRAY

Prevents galling, galvanic corrosion, and thread seizure on spark plug threads, exhaust studs, and axle pinch bolts.

$18.50USD

JIMS USA Specialty Precision Sockets, Alignment Pins & Adapters

PRECISION DRIVE TOOL

JIMSIn Stock

JIMS USA Specialty Precision Sockets, Alignment Pins & Adapters

Precision chrome vanadium metric drive tool to torque fasteners to factory spec without rounding fastener heads.

$27.90USD

CALIPER REBUILD ESSENTIAL

EBC BRAKESIn Stock

EBC Standard Brake Pads

Direct replacement high-friction pads required when servicing and re-torquing front or rear brake caliper assemblies.

$24.72USD

DRAG SPECIALTIES BRAKE PARTS CLEANER DRAG

ROTOR & THREAD CLEANER

DRAG SPECIALTIESIn Stock

DRAG SPECIALTIES BRAKE PARTS CLEANER DRAG

Zero-residue fast-evaporating solvent to strip old thread compound, grease, and brake dust from fastener threads.

$8.95USD

FINAL DRIVE LUBRICANT

MOTULIn Stock

MOTUL CHAIN LUBE ROAD 400ML

High-tack synthetic lubricant required when torquing rear axle nuts and setting final drive chain tension.

$15.00USD

Critical Fastener Torque Tolerances

FSM Certified Specs

Factory workshop tightening torque ratings for axles, calipers, engine plugs, and triple clamps.

Lube:

Fastener / Component	Torque (N·m)	Service Note & Thread Guidance	System
No fasteners matching '' found in this category.

Technical Standard:Always calibrate torque wrenches prior to critical chassis fastening. Values reflect clean, dry threads unless threadlocker or anti-seize is specifically noted.

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▼

OEM Workshop Archives

Official Factory Service Bulletins & Field Updates

2 Documented Bulletins

Bulletin #SRAN-560Safety Recall 19V-133 / SRAN 560: Bonneville T120 / T100 / Street Twin Steering Headstock Tidy & Clutch Cable Routing

Source: RCLRPT-19V133-9239.pdf

Mandated Torques:Headstock Tidy Cable Guide Screws (2x M5): 3 N·m (27 in-lb)Handlebar Upper Riser Clamp Bolts (4x M8): 26 N·m (19.2 lb-ft) (Front bolts tightened first to ZERO GAP)Headlamp Bowl Mounting Bracket Screws: 7 N·m (62 in-lb)Clutch Lever Pivot Bolt: 3 N·m (27 in-lb) / Locknut: 6 N·m (53 in-lb)

Consumable Specs:Coroplast High-Adhesion Anti-Abrasion Textile Harness TapeMolybdenum Disulfide Cable LubricantCorrugated Flame-Retardant Wire Conduit Sheath

Genuine Part Numbers:T2070054 (Countermeasure Headstock Tidy Bracket - Left)T2070055 (Countermeasure Headstock Tidy Bracket - Right)T3010114 (Coroplast Protective Sheath Wrap)T3020058 (Guide Fasteners M5)

NHTSA Recall 19V-133Triumph Campaign SRAN 560

Triumph Bonneville T120 / T100 / Street Twin Steering Headstock Tidy & Clutch Cable Routing

Electrical short-circuit countermeasure: Replacement headstock tidy bracket (T2070054), harness separation, and handlebar clamp sequence (26 N·m).

CLICK ANY ROUTING COMPONENT TO VIEW ANTI-CHAFING BRACKET SPECIFICATIONS AND HANDLEBAR CLAMP TORQUES

Select a component above to inspect headstock tidy replacement hardware, wiring sheath repairs, and handlebar riser clamp sequence.

Bulletin #SRAN-641Safety Recall 24V-785 / SRAN 641: Bonneville T120 / T100 / Speed Twin 900 Alternator to Regulator Connector Thermal Relief

Source: RCLRPT-24V785-3629.pdf

Mandated Torques:Regulator/Rectifier Frame Mounting Screws: 7 N·m (62 in-lb)Left Engine Alternator Cover Bolts: 9 N·m (80 in-lb) (diagonal pattern)Battery Ground Cable Terminal Stud: 4.5 N·m (40 in-lb)

Consumable Specs:DeoxIT High-Conductivity Contact Lubricant & SealantCoroplast High-Temperature Wiring TapeAlternator Cover Gasket (T1260262)

Genuine Part Numbers:T2500412 (Alternator Terminal Wire Alignment Clip Kit)T2500415 (Sealed 3-Pin Alternator Output Connector)T1260262 (Alternator Casing Gasket)