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1999 Triumph Trophy 1200 problems

The most common problem on the 1999 Triumph Trophy 1200 is engine and cooling. Its complaint count is close to a typical Trophy 1200 model year.

Typical yearClose to a typical year
Owner complaints
1
Recalls
1
Service bulletins
40
Worst area
Engine

The worst 1999 Triumph Trophy 1200 problems

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  • Engine
    1

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  • Engine
    1

Recalls 1

Engine and engine cooling: engineReported April 15, 1999 · 1,198 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Vehicle description: motorcycles. Oil can leak from between the crankcase halves.
Risk
This can result in oil spillage forward of the rear tire and could, in some cases, cause vehicle instability.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the lower crankcase bolts.

Recall number 99V083000 · Recall details

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Defect investigations

Motorcycle rear brake line pinchingOpened February 8, 2002, closed June 14, 2002

The owner of a 2001 triumph trophy 1200 motorcycle contacted odi to report alleged pinching/abrading of the rear brake caliper hydraulic line by a saddlebag (luggage) carrier bolt during suspension movement.because odi receives few complaints from motorcycle owners we are opening this pe, prompted by this lone reprot, to ascertain the alleged failure's frequency/severity.since 1996, when it was first imported, triumph motorcycles, ltd. (triumph) has received no complaints regarding the alleged failure.a check with local dealers indicated that the problem reported was an isolated incident with no trending indicated.

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Technical service bulletins for the 1999 Triumph Trophy 1200 40

Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.

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What 1999 Triumph Trophy 1200 owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Oct 6, 1999 · Engine · CA · crash

While driving motorcycle stalled unexpectedly,causing a rear end collision. Please provide further information.

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Questions about the 1999 Triumph Trophy 1200

Is the 1999 Triumph Trophy 1200 reliable?

Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 1999 Triumph Trophy 1200, close to a typical Trophy 1200 model year.

What is the most common problem with the 1999 Triumph Trophy 1200?

Engine and cooling, with 1 complaint.

How many recalls does the 1999 Triumph Trophy 1200 have?

1 recall, covering engine and engine cooling.

Was there a recall on the 1999 Triumph Trophy 1200 engine?

Yes, 1 recall: 99V083000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.

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