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Reliability & 5-year cost of ownership — 2013 Triumph Tiger 800

Overall rating NHTSA-grounded

Average

Estimated 5-year repair + maintenance cost: $2,500–$4,000

The 2013 Triumph Tiger 800 presents limited recall and complaint data, which could indicate reliability or insufficient data. A recall on turn signal stems suggests a potential safety issue, but its overall mechanical reliability appears sound.

Most-common failures

Part Typical mileage Cost range Frequency
turn signal20,000-30,000 miles$50–$150common
light bulbs30,000-40,000 miles$20–$60common
battery15,000-30,000 miles$100–$150occasional

Scheduled maintenance to budget

Routine items every owner should plan for.

  • oil and filter change
  • brake pad inspection
  • chain lubrication
  • valve clearance check
  • coolant system flush
  • spark plug replacement

Warning signs to watch for

Symptoms that signal a major upcoming repair.

  • turn signal malfunction
  • cracked frames
  • battery issues
  • irregular idling
  • overheating

Generated by gpt-4o on 8/20/2026. Cost ranges are conservative estimates that account for typical regional variation.