Right hand throttle control 'is sticking' and notchy. Difficult to change gear, due to not being able to 'synchronize engine speed' (bleep to get the correct throttle engine speed) to road speed, before changing up, and down with the gears. Thus, there is an opportunity rear wheel to skid. Throttle will give jerky motions. There is a possibility of loss of control through 'no fault' of the rider of motorcycle. Motorcycles have 'non-synchronous transmissions'. Thus, able to use engine breaking to slow down motorcycle down before coming up to a corner. If there is a problem with 'throttle control' this can cause instability to motorcycle and unsafe condition. This throttle control problem happens when your stationary, or moving along the road. I have contacted triumph spirit motorcycles dealer in san jose ca. Service manager name is: jd his email [email protected] phone number (408) -571-6000 - x8 jd has video of throttle control sticking on his cell phone I have contacted triumph motorcycle USA spoke to scot in warranty department. To get it courtesy extended warranty as it a 'safety issue' and emissions issues. Triumph motorcycle USA have informed me they will let me know on monday 11th january 2021. I have been trying to get this issue of throttle control 'is sticking' since resolved november 2020. Due to thanksgiving, christmas, and new year holidays has caused delays. Thank you for looking into this safety issue on this motorcycle. Sincerely, peter humphries
The worst 2016 Triumph Trophy SE A1 problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
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Recalls 1
Engine
- What is wrong
- Triumph Motorcycles America, LTD (Triumph) is recalling certain 2013-2017 Trophy SE A1 and 2013 Trophy SE A1 Launch motorcycles. The ignition switch wiring may be damaged due to the improper routing of the front brake hose, possibly resulting in inoperable headlights or taillights or an engine stall.
- Risk
- A sudden loss of vehicle lighting or an engine stall increases the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Triumph will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and reroute the brake hose, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began April 13, 2020. Owners may contact Triumph customer service at 1‑678‑854‑2010. Triumph's number for this recall is SRAN574.
Recall number 20V150000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2016 Triumph Trophy SE A1 104
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 2016 Triumph Trophy SE A1 owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Tl* the contact owns a 2016 triumph trophy. The contact stated that after stopping the motorcycle and attempting to get off of the motorcycle, the main stand collapsed. The contact indicated that after the failure occurred, the motorcycle only thing holding up the motorcycle was the kick stand. The cause of failure was not determined. Additionally, after restarting motorcycle, the check engine light illuminated. The manufacturer and local dealer spirit indian motorcycle of san jose located at 460 meridian ave, san jose, ca 95126 were notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 12,000.
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Questions about the 2016 Triumph Trophy SE A1
Is the 2016 Triumph Trophy SE A1 reliable?
Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 2016 Triumph Trophy SE A1, close to a typical Trophy SE A1 model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2016 Triumph Trophy SE A1?
Body and structure, with 1 complaint. Next is fuel system (1).
How many recalls does the 2016 Triumph Trophy SE A1 have?
1 recall, covering engine.
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