Triumph Tiger Sport 800 (2025+) Maintenance Schedule and Service Info

This is the maintenance schedule and associated service intervals for the Triumph Tiger Sport 800. It is the same across all regions and model years from its 2025 release, as it is based on the new 798cc liquid-cooled inline triple engine developed specifically for this platform.

Chassis and equipment highlights:

  • Tubular steel perimeter frame with Showa adjustable suspension (150 mm travel front and rear)
  • 17-inch cast alloy wheels with 120/70 and 180/55 tires
  • Dual 310 mm front discs with radial-mount four-piston calipers; 255 mm rear disc with single-piston caliper
  • Electronics package including ride modes (Sport, Road, Rain), cornering ABS, traction control, quickshifter, and cruise control

The Triumph Tiger Sport 800 has a 10,000 mile / 16,000 km service interval. Compared to the earlier Tiger 850 Sport and Tiger 900 GT, the new engine offers more peak power despite lower displacement, and maintenance intervals are longer. Brake components are Triumph-branded (not Brembo), but service requirements remain consistent across markets and do not affect the schedule.

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Triumph Tiger Sport 800 (2025+) Service Intervals

The basic service interval for the Triumph Tiger Sport 800 is every 10,000 miles / 16,000 km or 12 months, whichever comes first. At each service, change the engine oil and filter, check for leaks, and adjust the chain. Inspect the brakes, tires, and controls, and make sure the electronics and rider aids are functioning properly.

  • Every service: Change oil and filter, check spark plugs, inspect brakes, clutch, suspension, steering bearings, chain slack, and tire condition. Check coolant and brake fluid levels.
  • Every 2 years: Replace brake fluid.
  • Every 4 years: Replace coolant.
  • Valve clearance inspection: Every 20,000 miles / 32,000 km, a major service item that requires tank and bodywork removal.

The 798cc triple is compact and relatively easy to work around, with the belly pan designed for straightforward oil filter access. With Showa suspension front and rear, adjustments are accessible, and the chain-driven final drive is simple to service. Overall, this bike is designed for long stretches between workshop visits, making it well suited for high-mileage riders.

General Notes on Serviceability for the Triumph Tiger Sport 800

  • The Tiger Sport 800 uses a liquid-cooled 798cc inline triple, so keeping coolant fresh is important to prevent corrosion and overheating. Coolant is due every 4 years regardless of mileage.
  • Oil and filter changes are straightforward once the belly pan is removed, and Triumph specifies 10W-40 or 10W-50 synthetic oil.
  • Valve clearance checks are required every 20,000 miles / 32,000 km. This is a major service that involves tank and bodywork removal, so plan for longer workshop time.
  • Brake fluid must be replaced every 2 years, and brake pads have a minimum thickness of 1.1 mm front and 0.8 mm rear.
  • The chain final drive requires regular adjustment and lubrication (every 200 miles or after wet rides), with free play set between 43–46 mm.

Maintenance Schedule for the Triumph Tiger Sport 800

Below is the maintenance schedule for the Triumph Tiger Sport 800. The Triumph Tiger Sport 800 PDF can be found on the Triumph official site.

The schedule is divided into four parts:

  • First service: Due at 600 miles / 1,000 km or 6 months, whichever comes first.
  • Annual service: Completed every year.
  • Regular maintenance: Every 10,000 miles / 16,000 km.
  • Long-term service intervals: Items that require attention at longer, sporadic intervals.

To keep the motorcycle in safe working order, follow the scheduled maintenance chart. Maintenance may be annual, mileage-based, or both, depending on how far the bike is ridden each year.

  • If you ride LESS than 10,000 miles / 16,000 km in a year, you still need to do the annual service once a year, and complete mileage-based items as the bike reaches those distances.
  • If you ride 10,000 miles / 16,000 km a year, you can usually do the annual service and mileage-based items together.
  • If you ride MORE than 10,000 miles (16,000 km) a year, complete mileage-based items as soon as they come due, and also make sure annual items are done once every year.

First Service

The first service / break-In maintenance is usually carried out by the dealer under warranty. It should be completed at 600 miles / 1,000 km or 6 months, whichever comes first.

Note: The chain drive should be lubricated every 200 miles (300 km).

First Service Maintenance for Triumph Tiger Sport 800 2025
Engine and oil cooler – check for leaks
Engine oil – renew
Engine oil filter – renew
Fuel system – check for leaks
Cooling system – check for leaks
Coolant level – check/adjust
Cooling system – check coolant hoses for chafing, cracks or damage. Replace if necessary*
Clutch – check operation
Clutch cable – check function and adjust/renew as necessary (models fitted with a cable clutch only)*
Wheels – inspect for damage
Tyre wear/tyre damage – check
Tyre pressures – check/adjust
Steering – check for free operation
Front and rear suspension – check for damage/leaks/smooth operation
Brake system – check operation
Brake pads – check wear levels*
Brake fluid levels – check
Drive chain slack – check/adjust
Drive chain – wear check*
Drive chain rubbing strip – check for wear, cracks or damage*
Lights, instruments and electrical systems – check/adjust
Bank angle indicators – check for wear*
Centre and/or side stand – check for wear/smooth operation
Instruments and engine ECM – check for latest calibration download using the Triumph diagnostic tool
Autoscan – carry out a full Autoscan using the Triumph diagnostic tool (print a customer copy)
Carry out all outstanding Service Bulletin and warranty work
Carry out road test
Complete the service record book and reset the service indicator (if fitted)
First Service Maintenance for Triumph Tiger Sport 800

Items with * may cost extra, since the basic service only includes time to check them. Any adjustment or replacement will require additional labour.

Annual Maintenance Checklist

Perform the following tasks for the Triumph Tiger Sport 800 every year.

Annual Maintenance Checklist for Triumph Tiger Sport 800
Engine and oil cooler – check for leaks
Engine oil – renew
Engine oil filter – renew
Fuel system – check for leaks
Cooling system – check for leaks
Coolant level – check/adjust
Cooling system – check coolant hoses for chafing, cracks or damage. Replace if necessary*
Clutch – check operation
Clutch cable – check function and adjust/renew as necessary (models fitted with a cable clutch only)*
Clutch lever pivot – clean/grease
Wheels – inspect for damage
Tyre wear/tyre damage – check
Tyre pressures – check/adjust
Steering – check for free operation
Front and rear suspension – check for damage/leaks/smooth operation
Brake system – check operation
Brake pads – check wear levels*
Brake fluid levels – check
Drive chain slack – check/adjust
Drive chain – wear check*
Drive chain rubbing strip – check for wear, cracks or damage*
Lights, instruments and electrical systems – check/adjust
Bank angle indicators – check for wear*
Centre and/or side stand – check for wear/smooth operation
Instruments and engine ECM – check for latest calibration download using the Triumph diagnostic tool
Autoscan – carry out a full Autoscan using the Triumph diagnostic tool (print a customer copy)
Carry out all outstanding Service Bulletin and warranty work
Carry out road test
Complete the service record book and reset the service indicator (if fitted)
Annual Maintenance Checklist for Triumph Tiger Sport 800

Items with * may cost extra, since the basic service only includes time to check them. Any adjustment or replacement will require additional labour.

Regular Maintenance

Do the following checks for the Triumph Tiger Sport 800 every 10,000 miles / 16,000 km.

Regular Maintenance for the Triumph Tiger Sport 800
Engine and oil cooler – check for leaks
Engine oil – renew
Engine oil filter – renew
Fuel system – check for leaks
Air filter – renew (replace more often if consistently riding in wet or dusty conditions)
Airbox drain tube(s) – drain/clean (if fitted)
MAP sensor drain hose – draining
Cooling system – check for leaks
Coolant level – check/adjust
Cooling system – check coolant hoses for chafing, cracks or damage. Replace if necessary*
Clutch – check operation
Clutch cable – check function and adjust/renew as necessary (models fitted with a cable clutch only)*
Clutch lever pivot – clean/grease
Wheels – inspect for damage
Tyre wear/tyre damage – check
Tyre pressures – check/adjust
Steering – check for free operation
Front and rear suspension – check for damage/leaks/smooth operation
Brake system – check operation
Brake pads – check wear levels*
Brake fluid levels – check
Drive chain slack – check/adjust
Drive chain – wear check*
Drive chain rubbing strip – check for wear, cracks or damage*
Lights, instruments and electrical systems – check/adjust
Bank angle indicators – check for wear*
Centre and/or side stand – check for wear/smooth operation
Instruments and engine ECM – check for latest calibration download using the Triumph diagnostic tool
Autoscan – carry out a full Autoscan using the Triumph diagnostic tool (print a customer copy)
Carry out all outstanding Service Bulletin and warranty work
Carry out road test
Complete the service record book and reset the service indicator (if fitted)
Centre stand pivots – clean/grease
Regular Maintenance for the Triumph Tiger Sport 800

Items with * may cost extra, since the basic service only includes time to check them. Any adjustment or replacement will require additional labour.

Long-Term Service Intervals

The following tasks are required less frequently, at longer intervals. While they are not part of regular or annual service, they are essential for long-term performance and reliability. Refer to the maintenance schedule table below for the recommended intervals.

km x 10003264time
mi x 10002040(months)
Spark plugs – renew
Coolant – renew – every 4 years, regardless of mileage*48
Valve clearances – check/adjust*
Camshaft timing – check/adjust*
Wheel bearings – check for wear/smooth operation
Headstock bearings – check/adjust
Rear suspension unit and linkage – lubricate (single rear suspension unit models only)
Fork oil – renew
Swinging arm spindle – lubricate
Brake fluid – renew – every 2 years, regardless of mileage*24
Long-Term Service Interval for the Triumph Tiger Sport 800

Items with * may cost extra, since the basic service only includes time to check them. Any adjustment or replacement will require additional labour.

Triumph Tiger Sport 800 Tire Sizes and Pressures

The following are tire sizes and tire pressures for the Triumph Tiger Sport 800.

Wheel/TireSizePressure (cold)
Depending on load/passenger/luggage
Front120/70 ZR17 58W2.28 bar / 33 psi
Rear180/55 ZR17 73W2.48 bar / 36 psi
Triumph Tiger Sport 800 tire size and pressure

About the 2025 Triumph Tiger Sport 800

The Tiger Sport 800 is Triumph’s latest stab at that sweet spot between everyday usability and weekend escape machine. It sits right in the middle of Triumph’s Tiger family: less burly and long-legged than the Tiger 900 adventure bikes, but a big step up in muscle and features from the smaller Tiger Sport 660. Think of it as the middle child who finally got noticed, and came back from college with a gym membership and a decent haircut.

At the heart of the bike is a brand-new 798cc triple, and it’s a gem. Triumph claims 115 PS (113 hp) at 10,750 rpm and 84 Nm of torque at 8,500 rpm, but the important bit is that 90 percent of that torque is hanging around in the midrange. What that means in practice is instant, grin-inducing drive whether you’re flicking through backroads or sitting at a steady cruise. It has that trademark Triumph triple character: smooth, punchy, and with just enough bark from the stainless exhaust to remind you you’re not riding a commuter scooter.

Chassis-wise, Triumph didn’t cut corners. You get Showa 41mm upside-down forks with adjustable rebound and compression damping, plus a rear shock with remote hydraulic preload and rebound adjust. That gives you 150mm of travel at both ends, which is plenty for soaking up real-world road abuse without wandering into full ADV pogo-stick territory. Handling is sharp but not twitchy, thanks in part to the bike’s relatively light wet weight of 214 kg. Pair that with Michelin Road 5 tires and Triumph-branded radial calipers clamping down on twin 310mm discs up front, and you’ve got a setup that inspires confidence even when you’re loaded with a passenger and luggage.

On the gadget front, Triumph didn’t skimp. You get three rider modes (Sport, Road, and Rain), cornering ABS, traction control governed by a six-axis IMU, and standard cruise control for the long hauls. There’s also Triumph Shift Assist for clutchless up and down changes, and the familiar My Triumph connectivity system built into the hybrid LCD/TFT dash. LED lighting with DRLs rounds it out, giving the bike a modern face and better visibility.

Comfort hasn’t been forgotten either. The seat is set at a reasonable 835 mm, narrow enough at the waist that most riders won’t be on tiptoe. There’s a roomy upright riding position, integrated grab handles for the pillion, and an adjustable windscreen you can tweak one-handed. The tank holds 18.6 litres, which, combined with the frugal engine, makes it a solid mid-distance tourer without constant fuel stops.

So where does this leave it compared to the Tiger 900? The 900 has more outright grunt (95–105 hp depending on trim) and is built for real off-road adventure, with bigger suspension travel and 19/21-inch wheels. The 800, on the other hand, is a road-biased sport-tourer. It’s lighter, sharper, and a lot more affordable, aimed at riders who want corner-carving agility and day-trip comfort without a Dakar rally bike in the garage.

The Tiger Sport 800 is one of those bikes that could easily be “the only bike you need.” It’s practical enough for commuting, comfy enough for touring, and lively enough for Sunday thrashes. If the Tiger 660 felt a little underdone and the 900 feels like overkill, the 800 may be exactly the Goldilocks middle ground Triumph intended.

Reference — Screenshots from the Manual for the Triumph Tiger Sport 800

Below is a selection of screenshots from the maintenance schedule for the 2025 Triumph Tiger Sport 800. The full Triumph Tiger Sport 800 PDF can be found on the Triumph official site.

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