COM1-35109
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Dealer notice announcing the availability of Triumph Diagnostic Tool 2026-07 and dealers should begin using it immediately.
Vehicle report
2012 TRIUMPH THUNDERBIRD STORM
Service bulletins
89 bulletinsTechnical service bulletins are instructions a manufacturer sent its dealers about a known fault. They are not recalls and the work is usually not free, but they are the clearest signal of a problem the manufacturer already knows about.
COM2 - 34886
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Dealer notice announcing the availability of Triumph Diagnostic Tool 2026-06.1 and dealers should begin using it immediately.
COM5 - 34490
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Dealer notice announcing the availability of Technical Bulletin 264.
COM6 - 34491
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Dealer notice announcing the availability of Triumph Diagnostic Tool version 2026-06 and dealers should begin using it immediately.
TB264
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Technical Bulletin 264 provides instructions that relates to: Triumph Diagnostic Tool - New Motorcycle Connection and Diagnostics Workflow, Triumph Diagnostic Tool - End of Support for Microsoft Windows 10.
COM4 - 34435
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Dealer notice advising the availalbility of TDT version 2026-05.2 which resolves the ABS as Not Connected issues in SmartScan, on Tracker 400 & Thruxton 400 models.
COM02 - 34238
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Dealer notice announcing the availability of Diagnostic software 2026-05.1 and dealers should begin using it immediately.
COM01 - 34227
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Dealer notice reminding of Motorcycle Cleaning, prohibited use of High-Pressure & Steam Cleaning equipment.
COM01 - 33784
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Dealer notice announcing the availability of Diagnostic software 2026-04 and dealers should begin using it immediately.
COM1 - 33480
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Dealer notice announcing the availability of Diagnostic software 2026-03 and dealers should begin using it immediately.
COM2 - 33233
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Dealer notice announcing the availability of Diagnostic software 2026-02 and dealers should begin using it immediately.
COM1 - 32976
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Dealer notice announcing the availability of Diagnostic software 2026-01 and dealers should begin using it immediately.
COM2 - 32716
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Dealer notice announcing the availability of Technical Bulletin 255.
COM1 - 32684
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Dealer notice announcing the availability of Diagnostic software 2025-13 and dealers should begin using it immediately.
COM3 - 32486
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Dealer notice announcing the availability of Diagnostic software 2025-12.1 and dealers should begin using it immediately.
COM2 - 32455
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Dealer notice announcing the availability of Diagnostic software 2025-12 and dealers should begin using it immediately.
TB255
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Technical Bulletin 255 provides instructions that applies to: Triumph Diagnostic Tool - Addition of Pinpoint Test Links to Smart Scan DTC Screen & Triumph Diagnostic Tool - Removal of IUPR Uploader Application
COM1 - 31796
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Dealer notice announcing the availability of Diagnostic software 2025-11 and dealers should begin using it immediately.
31343
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Dealer notice announcing the availability of Diagnostic software 2025-10 and dealers should begin using it immediately.
COM2 - 31089
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Dealer notice announcing the availability of Diagnostic software 2025-09.1 and dealers should begin using it immediately.
COM1 - 31039
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Dealer notice announcing the availability of Diagnostic software 2025-09 and dealers should begin using it immediately.
COM5 - 30840
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Dealer notice advising the availability of Diagnostic software version 2025-08 and dealers should begin using it immediately.
COM3 - 30807
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Dealer notice advising of Dealer TOL platform impacting the latest Diagnostic software download - logging off.
COM2 - 30768
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Dealer notice advising the availability of Diagnostic software version 2025-07 and dealers should begin using it immediately.
COM1 - 30678
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Dealer notice announcing the availability of Technical Bulletin 250.
TB250
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Technical Bulletin 250 provides instructions that applies to the Triumph Diagnostic Tool Update - Smart Scan VIN Query and VIN Data Page, Triumph Diagnostic Tool - Engine ECM Diagnostics - Write VIN Function, Electronic Control Modules (ECMs) Must Not Be Swapped Between Motorcycles.
COM9 - 30576
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Dealer notice advising the availability of Diagnostic software version 2025-06 and dealers should begin using it immediately.
COM7 - 30524
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Dealer notice advising of some customer complaints relating to condensation in the instrument pack and headlamp.
COM6 - 30499
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Dealer notice announcing the availability of Diagnostic software version 2025-05 and dealers should begin using it immediately.
COM6_30309
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Dealer notice advising that the new Autoscan feature within the SmartScan function has now been enabled with the release of TDT 2025-04.1 and that instructions are detailed in Technical Bulletin 249.
TB249
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Technical Bulletin 249 provides instructions that applies to the Triumph Diagnostic Tool - New Smart Scan Download Feature - Calibration Option Selection and the Triumph Diagnostic Tool - New Smart Scan Feature - Autoscan.
COM5_30212
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Dealer notice announcing the availability of Diagnostic software 2025-04.1 and that dealers should begin using it immediately. This version includes a fix for the hardware part number-based calibration download issue.
COM3_30112
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Dealer notice announcing the availability of Diagnostic software 2025-04 and dealers should begin using it immediately.
COM3-29956
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Dealer notice announcing the availability of Diagnostic software 2025-03 and that dealers should begin using it immediately.
COM1-29817
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Dealer notice announcing the availability of Diagnostic software 2025-02 and that dealers should begin using it immediately.
COM1-29689
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Dealer notice announcing the availability of Diagnostic software 2025-01 and that dealers should begin using it immediately.
COM3_29478
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Dealer notice announcing the availability of Diagnostic software 2024-14 and that dealers should begin using it immediately.
COM3-29131
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Dealer notice announcing the availability of Diagnostic software 2024-13 and dealers should begin using it immediately.
COM2-28473
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Dealer notice announcing the availability of Diagnostic software 2024-12 and dealers should begin using it immediately.
COM1-28369
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Dealer notice announcing the availability of Diagnostic software 2024-11 and that dealers should begin using it immediately.
COM3-28197
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Dealer notice announcing the availability of Diagnostic software 2024-10 and dealers should begin using it immediately.
COM2-28140
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Dealer notice announcing the availability of Diagnostic software 2024-09.1 and dealers should begin using it immediately.
COM1-28064
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Dealer notice announcing the availability of Diagnostic software 2024-09 and dealers should begin using it immediately.
COM2-27933
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Dealer notice announcing the availability of Diagnostic software 2024-08.1 and dealers should begin using it immediately.
COM1-27828
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Dealer notice announcing the availability of Diagnostic software 2024-08 and dealers should begin using it immediately.
COM7-TDT
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Dealer notice announcing the availability of Diagnostic software 2024-07 and dealers should begin using it immediately.
SMT-COM-01
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Dealer notice announcing the availability of Diagnostic software 2024-03 and dealers should begin using it immediately.
SMT-COM-02
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Dealer notice announcing the availability of Diagnostic software 2024-04 and dealers should begin using it immediately.
Parts
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Dealer notice announcing the availability of Diagnostic software 2024-02 and dealers should begin using it immediately.
SMTCOM01
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Dealer notice announcing the availability of Diagnostic software 2024-01 and dealers should begin using it immediately.
SMT-COM03
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Dealer notice announcing the availability of Diagnostic software 2023-08 and dealers should begin using it immediately.
SMT-COM01
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Dealer notice announcing the availability of Diagnostic software 2023-06 and dealers should begin using it immediately.
SMT-TB230
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Technical Bulletin 230 provides instructions that applies to Electronic Systems Commissioning and Motorcycle Unlocking, Introduction of New Instrument Hardware, Triumph Diagnostic Tool 2023-02 Update - Calibrations Removed From Service and Encapsulated Fixings.
SMT23891
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Dealer notice announcing the availability of Diagnostic software 2023-01.3 and dealers should begin using it immediately.
SMT-COM02
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Dealer notice announcing the availability of Diagnostic software 2023-02 and dealers should begin using it immediately.
Technical Bullet
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Dealer notice announcing the availability of Diagnostic software 2022-11.1 and dealers should begin using it immediately.
SMT-COM05
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Dealer notice announcing the availability of Diagnostic software 2022-08.1 and dealers should begin using it immediately.
SMT-COM04
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Dealer notice announcing the availability of Diagnostic software 2022-08 and dealers should begin using it immediately.
SMTCOM04
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Dealer notice announcing the availability of Diagnostic software 2022-07 and dealers should begin using it immediately.
SMT-COM01-13APRI
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Dealer notice announcing the availability of Diagnostic software 2022-03.1 and dealers should begin using it immediately.
22714
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Dealer notice announcing the availability of Diagnostic software 2022-11 and dealers should begin using it immediately.
22651
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Dealer notice announcing the availability of Diagnostic software 2022-10 and dealers should begin using it immediately.
20733 SVC
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Triumph has released diagnostic software version 2022-01
SMT-COM04-16DECE
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Dealer notice announcing the availability of Diagnostic software 2020-12 and dealers should begin using it immediately.
SMT-COM06-18SEPT
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Dealer notice announcing the availability of Diagnostic software 2020-9.1 and dealers should begin using it immediately.
SMT-COM01-06OCTO
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Dealer notice announcing the availability of Diagnostic software 2020-10 and dealers should begin using it immediately.
SMT-COM02-14APRI
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Dealer notice announcing the availability of Diagnostic software 2020-05 and dealers should begin using it immediately.
SMT-COM06-17MAR2
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Dealer notice announcing the availability of Diagnostic software 2020-4.2 available and dealers should begin using it immediately.
SMT-COM03-19FEB2
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Dealer notice announcing the availability of Diagnostic software 2020-3 and dealers should begin using it immediately.
SMT-COM02-18FEB2
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Dealer notice announcing the auto-issue of three new service tools.
SMT-COM07-20DEC2
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Dealer notice announcing the availability of Technical Bulletin 201.
SMT-TB201-20DEC2
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Technical Bulletin 200 provides instructions that apply to Steering Lock and Keys, Neutral Position Adaption, Triumph Diagnostic Tool - End of Support for Microsoft Windows 7®, Triumph Diagnostic Tool - Internet Connection and Minimum eEquipment Requirement, Torque Change, Clutch Cable, Camshaft Frame Installation, Immobiliser Antenna Wire Routing.
SMT-COM03-16DEC2
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Dealer notice announcing the availability of Diagnostic software 2019-8 and dealers should begin using it immediately.
SMT-COM02-18OCT2
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Dealer notice announcing the availability of Diagnostic software 2019-5.1 and dealers should begin using it immediately.
SMT-COM03-18OCT2
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Dealer notice announcing the availability of Technical Bulletin 197 & 198.
SMT-TB197-18OCT2
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Technical Bulletin 197 provides instructions that apply to Alternator Cover Installation - Addition of Sealant, Steering Head Bearings - Adjustment, Gear Change Selector Mechanism Kit and Fork Seal Cleaner.
SMT-COM01-15OCT2
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Dealer notice announcing the availability of Diagnostic software 2019-5 and dealers should begin using it immediately.
SMT-COM02-24JUN2
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Dealer notice concluding the comprehensive test conducted to explore the warranty claims for headlamps with surface damage and corrective actions to prevent the issue.
SMTCom0319Februa
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Dealer notice announcing the availability of Technical Bulletin 184.
SMTTB18419Februa
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Technical Bulletin 184 provides instructions that apply to Electronic Systems Commissioning and Motorcycle Unlocking, Final Drive Belt, Front Fork Reflector, Clutch Cable Guide, Big End Bearing Selection Chart, Detent Wheel and Detent Lever Spring, Triumph Diagnostic Tool Compatibility with Windows Operating Systems, Rider Foot Pegs, Factory Activated Batteries (replaces Technical Bulletin 182).
SMTCom0102Aug201
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Dealer notice announcing that Diagnostic software 2018-7 is now available and dealers should begin using it immediately.
SMT-Com01-23Janu
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Dealer notice announcing that Diagnostic Software 2018-1 is now available and dealers should begin using it immediately.
SMT-COM02-07FEBR
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
DEALER NOTICE ANNOUNCING THAT TECHNICAL NEWS 171 IS NOW AVAILABLE.
SMT-TN-165
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Mudgaurd extension, swinging arm/chain rubbing strip, final drive unit, maximum payload, twist grip position sensor, rear suspension drag link and drop link fixings, recommended crankcase sealnt, silencer heat sheild clamp fixings, front brake caliper bolts, oxygen sensor, seat latch fixings, belly pan fixings, and top toke washer.
SMT-TN-164
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Balancer cooling oil jets and crankcase spares kit, motorcycle handover (corrcect the fitting of the seat(s) or seat cowl), rider's seat fitment, handlebar clamp fixings, front suspension, and rear tyre wall pattern. A new crankcase assembly has been introduced for the above models from engine number 713402. The new assembly features modifications to the crankcase castings. As as result, both front and rear balancer shaft oil cooling jets have changed from M6 to M8. The new M8 oil cooling jets are not retrofittable and parts will continue to support the old condition M6 oil cooling jets for models already in service.
SMT-TN-162
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Additional grease to NLGI 2 specification (Triumph recommends Castrol Grease) has been added to fill the gap between the seal and the needle roller bearing within the rear pulley carrier on the above models from VIN 667870. All Thunderbird Models from start of production. When the rear wheel spindle has been removed for whatever reason, check and, if necessary, add grease to fill the gap between the seal and the needle roller bearing, as shown in the illustration below.
SMT-TN-161
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Applies to all Thunderbird models except Thunderbird Commander and Thunderbird LT. A new clutch cable has been introduced to the above models from VIN 693388 and is retrofittable. Parts no longer support the original clutch cable. The difference between the original and new condition clutch cable is that the inner cable's free length at the clutch actuation lever is 18 mm longer than the original. The additional length is to allow the repositioning of the clutch actuation lever to eliminate any possibility of clutch drag. The fitting of the new condition clutch cable is the same as for Thunderbird Commander as described in the Service Manual and Technical News 158 issued 07/2014.
SMT-TN 160 1 Nov
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Technical service bulletin 160 addressing 9 service instructions, some of which apply to all models. Instructions relate to frame bolt tightening sequence, new harness and harness/gear position sensor parts kit, panniers, instrument pack washer, side stand fixing, lower yoke pinch bolt tightening sequence, update to service manual full specifications, crankcase spares kit and sliding caliper seal kit.
SMT-TN 159 1 Oct
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Technical service bulletin 159 addressing 19 service instructions, some of which apply to all models. Instructions relate to piston and piston top ring, alternator rotor retaining bolt, rear brake hose guide, auxiliary lights, headlight spares, gear selector drum and neutral light switch, pulser ring fixings, side stand fixing, battery terminal cover, heated grip fixings, headstock bearing adjustment, front and rear diretion indicator fixings, swinging arm, throttle linkage cleaning, headlight label, clutch lifter piece, rear brake caliper bleed nipple and owner's handbook.
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