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2020 Triumph Tiger 1200 GT / GT Pro / Rally Pro / Explorer Fastener Torque Specs & Tightening Matrix

Factory torque specs for 2020 Triumph Tiger 1200 GT / GT Pro / Rally Pro / Explorer: oil drain plug, axle nuts, caliper mount bolts, spark plugs, triple clamp pinch bolts with thread lubrication derating guide.

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Engine

1160cc

Cooling

Liquid-Cooled

Final Drive

Enclosed Shaft Drive Chain

Engine Oil

3.80 L (4.02 US qt)

Spark Plug

NGK CR8EK

Front Tire

120/70 R19 (GT / GT Pro) / 90/90-21 (Rally / Rally Pro)

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Gen 2018–2026

Factory Platform Compatibility: All workshop fluid capacities, maintenance milestones, torque specifications, and consumables on this specification sheet are factory-identical across model years 2018 through 2026.

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9 Production Years (2018–2026)

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CRITICAL THREADLOCKER

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PERMATEX Gel Threadlocker - Blue

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

$14.99USD

ANTI-SEIZE LUBRICANT

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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.

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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

0 Open Campaigns (Clean)

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

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No Active Federal Safety Recalls Reported

The U.S. DOT National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) records zero open safety recall campaigns for the 2020 Triumph Tiger 1200 GT / GT Pro / Rally Pro / Explorer platform. Always check your individual 17-digit VIN at an authorized dealership or via NHTSA.gov for individual recall completions.

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Official Factory Service Bulletins & Field Updates

1 Documented Bulletin

Bulletin #SRAN-579Safety Recall 20V-236 / SRAN 579: Street Triple 765 & Tiger 1200 Brembo Stylema Front Brake Pad Sintered Compound Upgrade

Source: RCLRPT-20V236-6810.pdf

Mandated Torques:Radial Front Brake Caliper Mounting Bolts (4x M10×1.25): 40 N·m (30 lb-ft) (clean dry threads, no anti-seize)Brembo Pad Retaining Slide Pin (M10 Hex/Allen): 18 N·m (13.3 lb-ft)Brake Line Banjo Union Bolts (M10): 25 N·m (18.5 lb-ft)Brembo Caliper Bleeder Screws: 7.5 N·m (66 in-lb)

Consumable Specs:Castrol React DOT 4 Synthetic Brake FluidBrembo High-Temperature Copper/Ceramic Pad Lube (Backplate sliding ears only)Brake Rotor Cleaner / Degreaser

Genuine Part Numbers:T2020473 (Countermeasure Front Sintered Brake Pad Set - Brembo 07BB3793)T2020474 (Pad Retaining Slide Pin & Safety Hairpin R-Clip Kit)T2020475 (Anti-Rattle Leaf Spring Tensioner)

OEM Driveline EngineeringT-Plane Triple Platform Hub

Triumph Tiger 1200 GT / Rally / Explorer Final Drive Bevel Box & Shaft Drive Assembly

Driveline service specifications: Rear spindle nut 110 N·m, swingarm pivot 110 N·m, reaction rod 48 N·m, and 170 ml Castrol 75W-90 hypoid gear oil.

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Subsystem Guide/fluids

Fluids & Capacities

Oil: 3.80 L (4.02 US qt) • Coolant: 2.70 L (2.85 US qt) • Brake: DOT 4 (Castrol React DOT 4)

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Subsystem Guide/fuses-relays

Fuses & Relays

Main: N/A • Location: N/A

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Subsystem Guide/compression

Compression & Leakdown

Ratio: N/A

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Subsystem Guide/valves

Valve Clearances

Intake: N/A mm • Exhaust: N/A mm

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Subsystem Guide/fuel-delivery

Fuel Delivery & TB Sync

Idle: N/A • Rail Pressure: N/A • Vacuum: N/A

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Subsystem Guide/electrical

Charging & Battery

Battery: YTX20L-BS (12V 18Ah)

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Subsystem Guide/tires

Tires & Gearing

Front: 120/70 R19 (GT / GT Pro) / 90/90-21 (Rally / Rally Pro) • Rear: 150/70 R18 (Rally) / 150/70 R17 (GT)

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Subsystem Guide/suspension

Suspension & Sag

Front Travel: N/A • Rear Travel: N/A

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Subsystem Guide/maintenance

Maintenance Schedule

Oil: N/A • Valves: N/A • Plugs: N/A

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