Rear turn signal indicator stem broke off without contact and now hangs by the wire. This specific issue was recalled in 2012 models of this bike, and is impacting 2011 as well. The vehicle was stationary, in storage in fact.
The worst 2011 Triumph Tiger 800 problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Electrical2
- Engine2
- Lights1
Problems by type
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- Electrical2
- Engine2
- Lights1
Recalls 3
Engine and engine cooling
- What is wrong
- Triumph is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 tiger 800 and tiger 800 xc motorcycles manufactured from september 2010 through june 2011, for a problem with the engine management software.
- Risk
- The rider may notice lower rpms and when decelerating the engine could stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will download new engine management software into the motorcycles electronic control unit (ecu), free of charge. The safety recall began on september 2, 2011. Owners may contact triumph customer service department at 1‑678‑539‑8782.
Recall number 11V434000 · Recall details
Structure: motorcycle: kickstand/center stand
- What is wrong
- Triumph is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 tiger 800 and tiger 800 xc motorcycles manufactured from september 2010 through june 2011. The optional accessory center stand assembly contains a defective return spring that may break.
- Risk
- If the return spring breaks, the center stand may unexpectedly drop and drag along the road surface, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the return spring and repair the motorcycles free of charge. The safety recall began on august 26, 2011. Owners may contact triumph customer service department at 1‑678‑854‑2010.
Recall number 11V436000 · Recall details
Equipment
- What is wrong
- Triumph is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 sprint gt, tiger 800 and tiger 800 xc motorcycles manufactured from june 2010 through june 2011. The top box locking handle is missing a clip on the locking mechanism and thus it is possible that the top box may detach from the machine.
- Risk
- If the top box falls from the motorcycle, it could strike another vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will install a new fitment clip part to the top box locking handle spindle to align the rack and pinion mechanism to prevent disengagement. The safety recall began on september 2, 2011. Owners may contact triumph customer service department at 1‑678‑539‑8782.
Recall number 11V393000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2011 Triumph Tiger 800 100
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Dealer notice announcing the availability of Daignostic software and dealers should begin using it...
- Dealer notice advising to check for an immobiliser software update before replacing any TPMS components on...
- Dealer notice announcing the availability of Triumph Diagnostic Tool 2026-07 and dealers should begin...
- Dealer notice announcing the availability of Triumph Diagnostic Tool 2026-06.1 and dealers should begin...
- Dealer notice announcing the availability of Technical Bulletin 264.
- Dealer notice announcing the availability of Triumph Diagnostic Tool version 2026-06 and dealers should...
- Technical Bulletin 264 provides instructions that relates to: Triumph Diagnostic Tool
- Dealer notice advising the availalbility of TDT version 2026-05.2 which resolves the ABS as Not Connected...
- Dealer notice announcing the availability of Diagnostic software 2026-05.1 and dealers should begin using...
- Dealer notice reminding of Motorcycle Cleaning, prohibited use of High-Pressure & Steam Cleaning equipment.
What 2011 Triumph Tiger 800 owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Engine stops or stalls when the throttle is closed.
Stalling while taking off from stop light of sign.
Tl*the contact owns a 2011 triumph tiger 800 motorcycle. The contact was sitting at a stop light when the vehicle stalled without warning. The contact was able to restart the vehicle and the vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection. The technician was able to duplicate the failure and installed a computer program to prevent the vehicle from further stalling. The approximate failure mileage was 5.
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Questions about the 2011 Triumph Tiger 800
Is the 2011 Triumph Tiger 800 reliable?
Owners have filed 4 complaints about the 2011 Triumph Tiger 800, 1.3 times a typical Tiger 800 model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2011 Triumph Tiger 800?
Electrical system, with 2 complaints. Next is engine (2).
How many recalls does the 2011 Triumph Tiger 800 have?
3 recalls, covering engine and engine cooling, structure and equipment.
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