User's Manual

Safety First
8
Warning
This motorcycle is designed for use as
a two-wheeled vehicle capable of
carrying a rider on his/her own, or a
rider and one passenger.
The total weight of the rider, and any
passenger, accessories and luggage
must not exceed the maximum load
limit of:
Tiger 1200 XR - 230 kg (507 lb)
Tiger 1200 XRx - 228 kg (502 lb)
Tiger 1200 XRx-LRH - 230 kg (507 lb)
Tiger 1200 XRT - 228 kg (502 lb)
Tiger 1200 XCx - 223 kg (491 lb)
Tiger 1200 XCA - 224 kg (493 lb).
Warning
This motorcycle is fitted with a
catalytic converter below the engine,
which along with the exhaust system
reaches very high temperature during
engine operation.
Flammable materials such as grass,
hay/straw, leaves, clothing and
luggage etc. could ignite if allowed to
come into contact with any part of the
exhaust system and catalytic
converter.
Always make sure that flammable
materials are not allowed to contact
the exhaust system or catalytic
converter.
Fuel and Exhaust Fumes
Warning
PETROL IS HIGHLY FLAMMABLE:
Always turn off the engine when
refuelling.
Do not refuel or open the fuel filler cap
while smoking or in the vicinity of any
open (naked) flame.
Take care not to spill any petrol on the
engine, exhaust pipes or silencers
when refuelling.
If petrol is swallowed, inhaled or
allowed to get into the eyes, seek
immediate medical attention.
Spillage on the skin should be
immediately washed off with soap and
water and clothing contaminated with
petrol should immediately be removed.
Burns and other serious skin
conditions may result from contact
with petrol.
Warning
Never start your engine or let it run
for any length of time in a closed area.
The exhaust fumes are poisonous and
may cause loss of consciousness and
death within a short time.
Always operate your motorcycle in the
open-air or in an area with adequate
ventilation.