TSB: TRIUMPH BONNEVILLE BOBBER, BONNEVILLE T100, BONNEVILLE T120, SCRAMBLER, SPEED TRIPLE RS, SPEED TRIPLE S, STREET CUP, STREET TRIPLE, STREET TWIN, THRUXTON, TIGER, TIGER 800, TIGER 800 ABS, TIGER 800 XC, TIGER 800 XCA, TIGER 800 XCX, TIGER 800 XR, TIGER 800 XRT, TIGER 800 XRX, TIGER XR, TRIUMPH (2011–2018)
Bulletin SMT-Com03-27Marc — March 27, 2018
Bulletin Details
| Bulletin ID | SMT-Com03-27Marc |
| Manufacturer | TRIUMPH |
| Models | BONNEVILLE BOBBER, BONNEVILLE T100, BONNEVILLE T120, SCRAMBLER, SPEED TRIPLE RS, SPEED TRIPLE S, STREET CUP, STREET TRIPLE, STREET TWIN, THRUXTON, TIGER, TIGER 800, TIGER 800 ABS, TIGER 800 XC, TIGER 800 XCA, TIGER 800 XCX, TIGER 800 XR, TIGER 800 XRT, TIGER 800 XRX, TIGER XR, TRIUMPH |
| Model Years | 2011–2018 |
| Date Issued | March 27, 2018 |
| Date Added to NHTSA | May 21, 2018 |
| Component | EQUIPMENT |
| Vehicles Affected | 42 combinations |
What is a TSB?
A Technical Service Bulletin is a document issued by the vehicle manufacturer to inform dealership technicians about a known issue and the recommended repair procedure. TSBs are not mandatory recalls — they serve as repair guidance for common problems.
If your vehicle has this issue, bring this bulletin ID to your dealer. If under warranty, the repair should be covered at no cost.
Summary
Dealer notice announcing the availability of Technical Bulletin 188.
Affected Vehicles
| Make | Model | Year | Component |
|---|---|---|---|
| TRIUMPH | BONNEVILLE BOBBER | 2018 | 350000 EQUIPMENT |
| TRIUMPH | SCRAMBLER | 2018 | 350000 EQUIPMENT |
| TRIUMPH | SPEED TRIPLE RS | 2018 | 350000 EQUIPMENT |
| TRIUMPH | SPEED TRIPLE S | 2018 | 350000 EQUIPMENT |
| TRIUMPH | STREET CUP | 2018 | 350000 EQUIPMENT |
| TRIUMPH | STREET TRIPLE | 2018 | 350000 EQUIPMENT |
| TRIUMPH | STREET TWIN | 2018 | 350000 EQUIPMENT |
| TRIUMPH | THRUXTON | 2018 | 350000 EQUIPMENT |
| TRIUMPH | TIGER 800 XCA | 2018 | 350000 EQUIPMENT |
| TRIUMPH | TIGER 800 XCX | 2018 | 350000 EQUIPMENT |
| TRIUMPH | TIGER 800 XR | 2018 | 350000 EQUIPMENT |
| TRIUMPH | TIGER 800 XRT | 2018 | 350000 EQUIPMENT |
| TRIUMPH | TIGER 800 XRX | 2018 | 350000 EQUIPMENT |
| TRIUMPH | TRIUMPH | 2018 | 350000 EQUIPMENT |
| TRIUMPH | BONNEVILLE BOBBER | 2017 | 350000 EQUIPMENT |
| TRIUMPH | BONNEVILLE T100 | 2017 | 350000 EQUIPMENT |
| TRIUMPH | BONNEVILLE T120 | 2017 | 350000 EQUIPMENT |
| TRIUMPH | STREET CUP | 2017 | 350000 EQUIPMENT |
| TRIUMPH | STREET TRIPLE | 2017 | 350000 EQUIPMENT |
| TRIUMPH | STREET TWIN | 2017 | 350000 EQUIPMENT |
| TRIUMPH | THRUXTON | 2017 | 350000 EQUIPMENT |
| TRIUMPH | TIGER | 2017 | 350000 EQUIPMENT |
| TRIUMPH | TIGER 800 XC | 2017 | 350000 EQUIPMENT |
| TRIUMPH | TIGER 800 XCX | 2017 | 350000 EQUIPMENT |
| TRIUMPH | TIGER 800 XR | 2017 | 350000 EQUIPMENT |
| TRIUMPH | TIGER 800 XRX | 2017 | 350000 EQUIPMENT |
| TRIUMPH | BONNEVILLE T120 | 2016 | 350000 EQUIPMENT |
| TRIUMPH | STREET TWIN | 2016 | 350000 EQUIPMENT |
| TRIUMPH | THRUXTON | 2016 | 350000 EQUIPMENT |
| TRIUMPH | TIGER 800 XCX | 2016 | 350000 EQUIPMENT |
| TRIUMPH | TIGER 800 XRX | 2016 | 350000 EQUIPMENT |
| TRIUMPH | TIGER XR | 2016 | 350000 EQUIPMENT |
| TRIUMPH | TIGER 800 | 2015 | 350000 EQUIPMENT |
| TRIUMPH | TIGER 800 ABS | 2015 | 350000 EQUIPMENT |
| TRIUMPH | TIGER 800 | 2014 | 350000 EQUIPMENT |
| TRIUMPH | TIGER 800 ABS | 2014 | 350000 EQUIPMENT |
| TRIUMPH | TIGER 800 | 2013 | 350000 EQUIPMENT |
| TRIUMPH | TIGER 800 XC | 2013 | 350000 EQUIPMENT |
| TRIUMPH | TIGER 800 | 2012 | 350000 EQUIPMENT |
| TRIUMPH | TIGER 800 XC | 2012 | 350000 EQUIPMENT |
| TRIUMPH | TIGER 800 | 2011 | 350000 EQUIPMENT |
| TRIUMPH | TIGER 800 XC | 2011 | 350000 EQUIPMENT |
Related TRIUMPH Recalls
What Should You Do?
If your vehicle is affected by this TSB, contact your authorized TRIUMPH dealer. Bring this bulletin ID (SMT-Com03-27Marc) when you visit. If under warranty, the repair should be free. If your warranty has expired, ask about goodwill coverage — manufacturers sometimes cover TSB-related repairs beyond the warranty period.
Frequently Asked Questions
A recall is a mandatory safety fix — the manufacturer must repair every affected vehicle for free. A TSB is an advisory document that describes a known issue and the recommended fix, but repairs are not required. However, some TSBs eventually lead to recalls if the issue poses a safety risk. TSBs are generally issued for quality or performance problems, while recalls address safety defects.
If your vehicle is still under the manufacturer's warranty, TSB-related repairs are typically covered at no cost. If your warranty has expired, you can ask the dealer about goodwill or customer assistance programs. Many manufacturers will cover or partially cover repairs for well-known issues, especially if the TSB was issued recently or affects a large number of vehicles.
Check the make, model, and model year listed above against your vehicle. If they match, this bulletin likely applies. However, TSBs may only affect vehicles with specific production dates, VIN ranges, or configurations. Your dealer can confirm by entering your VIN into their service system, which will show all applicable TSBs and recalls.
This data comes from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Manufacturers are required to submit copies of all communications (including TSBs) sent to their dealers to NHTSA. The agency makes this data publicly available as part of its vehicle safety monitoring program.