Triumph Speed Triple S (2018+) Maintenance Schedule

This is the maintenance schedule with associated service intervals for the Triumph Speed Triple S made from 2018 onward.

The Speed Triple S takes over from the earlier-generation 2016-2017 Triumph Speed Triple S.

The Triumph Speed Triple S is the slightly lower-spec of the two Speed Triples released in 2018, alongside the 2018+ Triumph Speed Triple RS.

Both 2018+ Triumph Speed Triples share the same engine, a 1050cc liquid-cooled DOHC in-line three-cylinder engine. In stock trim it produces 110 kW (148 hp) @ 10500 rpm, and 117 Nm (86 ft-lb) at 7150 rpm. It puts power down through a wet clutch and chain drive.

The Speed Triple S has slightly lower-spec suspension and electronics than the Speed Triple RS — but it still has fully-adjustable suspension front and rear, from Showa rather than Öhlins. And it lacks some ride electronics (the IMU of the RS), but is still equipped with ABS, traction control, and ride modes.

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Triumph Speed TripleS Service Intervals

Basic service intervals for the Triumph Speed Triple 1200 S are, similar to other Speed Triples, every 10000 km or 6000 miles, or annually. At each service, change the oil and filter, and do a once-over of the bike checking for the condition of controls, hoses, and moving parts (see the inspection checklist list below).

The major valve inspection and spark plug service for the Speed Triple S is every second service.

Regularly maintain the chain slack and condition, and replace the brake fluid every two years (under normal use).

Finally, make sure you keep the coolant in the Speed Triple S up to date. Triumph recommends a specific coolant that is hard to find, but there are alternatives on the market.

What you need to service the 2018+ Triumph Speed Triple S

To service the 2018 Triumph Speed Triple S, you will need the following parts and consumables.

Power	2018+ Triumph Speed Triple S spec
Engine oil	The manual suggests semi or fully synthetic 10W/40 or 10W/50 motorcycle engine oil which meets specification API SH (or higher) and JASO MA, such as Castrol Power 1 Racing 4T 10W-40 (fully synthetic) engine oil. Or use another high-grade oil like Motul 7100 10W-40.
Oil filter	Replace the oil filter every time you change the oil. Use Triumph part number T1218001. You can also use Hiflofiltro HF204RC.
Spark plugs	Use NGK spark plugs with code CR9EIA9.
Air filter	Use Triumph part number T2204093 or K&N equivalent part TB-1016.
Coolant	Triumph uses Hybrid Organic Acid Technology coolant with a 50% ethylene glycol mix. Zerex G05 is a HOAT coolant that meets this spec.
Brake pads	Front: EBC part FA447HH (you need two sets) Rear: EBC part FA214/2HH (just need one set)
Chain maintenance	Maintain the chain of your Speed Triple RS and S with a Motul chain care kit or just Motul chain paste.
Grease	Use lithium soap-based grease for external pivot points.

Maintenance Schedule for Triumph Speed Triple S (2018+).

The following is the list of maintenance operations to be done on the Speed Triple S

Notes:

• Part of the below table includes checks you should do every day. Do these with the annual service too.
• The break-in service is already completed at time of publication, so isn’t included.
• [T] items are to be done by dealers (unless you have the tools)

mi x 1000	6	12	18	24
km x 1000	10	20	30	40	Every
Lubrication
Engine and oil cooler – check for leaks	•	•	•	•	Day
Engine oil – renew (Motul 7100, Mobil 1 Synthetic)	•	•	•	•	Year
Engine oil filter – renew (HF204RC)	•	•	•	•	Year
Fuel System and Engine Management
[T] Autoscan – Carry out a full Autoscan using the Triumph Diagnostic Tool	•	•	•	•	Year
Fuel system – check hoses for chafing, cracks or damage	•	•	•	•
Fuel system – check for leaks	•	•	•	•	Day
Air cleaner – replace (TB-1016)		•		•
Throttle bodies – balance	•	•	•	•
Fuel hoses – renew					4 years
Evaporative loss hoses – renew					4 years
Secondary air injection system – check		•		•
Ignition system
Spark plugs – check	•		•
Spark plugs – renew (CR9EIA9)		•		•
Cooling system
Cooling system – check for leaks	•	•	•	•	Day
Cooling system – check hoses for chafing, cracks or damage. Replace hoses if necessary	•	•	•	•
Coolant level – check/adjust	•	•	•	•	Day
Coolant – renew					3 years
Engine
Clutch cable – check/ adjust	•	•	•	•	Day
Valve clearances – check/ adjust		•		•
Camshaft timing – check/ adjust		•		•
Wheels and Tires
Wheels – inspect for damage	•	•	•	•	Day
Rear wheel needle roller bearing – lubricate		•		•
Wheel bearings – check for wear/smooth operation	•	•	•	•	Year
Tyre wear/tyre damage – check	•	•	•	•	Day
Tyre pressures – check/adjust	•	•	•	•	Day
Electrical
All lights, instruments and electrical systems – check	•	•	•	•	Day
Steering and Suspension
Steering – check for free operation	•	•	•	•	Day
Headstock bearings – check/adjust	•	•	•	•	Year
Headstock bearings – lubricate		•		•
Forks – check for leaks/smooth operation	•	•	•	•	Day
Fork oil – renew				•
Rear suspension linkage – check/ lubricate		•		•
Brakes
Brake fluid levels – check	•	•	•	•	Day
Brake fluid – renew (Castrol DOT 4)					2 years
Brake pads – check wear levels	•	•	•	•	Day
Brake master cylinders – check for fluid leaks	•	•	•	•	Year
Brake calipers – check for fluid leaks and seized pistons	•	•	•	•	Year
[D] ABS and immobiliser ECMs – check for stored DTCs	•	•	•	•	Year
Drive Chain
Drive chain – lubricate (Motul chain paste)					200 mi / 300 km
Drive chain – wear check					500 mi / 800 km
Drive chain slack – check/ adjust	•	•	•	•	Day
Drive chain rubbing strip – check	•	•	•	•	Year
General
[T] Engine ECM, Instruments and Keyless ECM – check for latest calibration download using the Triumph diagnostic tool
Fasteners – inspect visually for security	•	•	•	•	Day
Bank angle indicators – inspect visually for wear	•	•	•	•	Day
Side stand/Centre stand – check operation	•	•	•	•	Day
Side stand pivot – clean/grease	•	•	•	•
[T] Carry out all outstanding Service Bulletin and warranty work	•	•	•	•	Year
Carry out road test	•	•	•	•	Year
[T] Complete the service record book and reset the service indicator	•	•	•	•	Year

General information about the 2018+ Triumph Speed Triple S

The Triumph Speed Triple S from 2018 onward is the “affordable” premium roadster, but it has so much going for it that it deserves its own special mention.

It misses out on a six-axis IMU and cornering ABS, but it still has ABS. You’ll stay upright, just going in a straight line, rather than leaned over while braking like a god.

It misses out on Öhlins suspension front and rear, but the Showa suspension is still fully adjustable. And look on the bright side — if you ding the suspension at the track, it will cost you far less to replace!

And finally, you don’t get cruise control. So if you plan on going around the world, you might have to grab the throttle yourself, or invest in a throttle lock.

OK, enough about what the Speed Triple S is not. Let’s look at what it is.

The Triumph Speed Triple is a fast motorcycle. It’s powered by a 1050 cc inline three-cylinder engine that makes 110 kW or 148 hp, or 150 ps.

The engine is the same spec as in the Speed Triple RS and it’s a gem. It makes so much torque and in so many places that shifting becomes something you do for fun, not because you need to — you can short shift this for days and still get the most out of it.

The upright standard position is a great balance between comfortable and sporty. You’re still leaned over, just not so far that your weight is always on your wrists.

Manual for the 2018 Triumph Speed Triple S

The above maintenance schedule comes directly from the user’s manual for the 2018+ Triumph Speed Triple S, which is available on the Triumph website.

The schedule is identical to that for the Speed Triple S.