I'm a bit of a Luddite when it comes to bike electronics so I'd be grateful if anyone can help me out with this issue: My bike is a 2017 RS. I've had it stored in my garage since the end of October and I decided to give it a run today. On start up, the dreaded orange service light illuminated and despite watching several You tube videos on how to reset it, I'm struggling to do so. When I get to the service menu on the dash, I don't appear to have a third 're set' option as shown on some of the You tube videos (see photo). Any suggestions as to how I can reset it myself without going to a dealership would be gratefully received. I do have an OBD fault reader, but I bought that for my car and don't want to f**k anything up by using the wrong application. I have tried changing the date on the bike itself, but that didn't make any difference.
Triumph didn't reset mine when they did the last service (Street Triple R) - I nipped to the local bike mechanic who reset it for me as I don't have the expertise or kit to do it myself; he has a software package that covers diagnostics and fault code resets for most manufacturers.
It would seem that to get it sorted I would need to get Tune ECU, dealer tool or take it to a man who can. I don't mind spending on a specialist resetting tool, but as I have other bikes, it would be handy to buy something I can use on those too. Bearing that in mind what would be best to buy?
I use dealertool. A bit expensive but works. I don't think TuneEcu can reset it on the newer models. Have a look at their website. If you only want to reset it for now, ask your dealer how much. Its your money, so take choice.
Have just read through the TuneEcu details to see if it was available on a Mac, but it’s not. From what I read it was originally a Windows programme that has now migrated to Android. However, what I read was not confidence inspiring.
I have my Tiger 900 service by a trusted mechanic that I have used for years. During a recent visit to my local Triumph dealership I enquired as to how much it would cost to reset my service light. Unfortunately, Triumph will only reset the service light as part of a Service. I was quoted £240, & was also offered a monthly subscription to join Triumph’s Service Plan scheme. My bike is professionally maintained & I can live with the Service Spanner on my TFT.
I've taken the plunge and ordered dealer tool. Its times like this when I like my old Honda NS400's simplicity. No service overdue lights on that baby. Even my 2016 Aprilia Tuono can be reset by the average moron like me, but I understand the 2017 and later bikes have the same kind of issue re service warning lights that the Trumpet does.
I use DealerTool on my Street Twin and it has been used to reset the service indicator without any problems. I purchased a cheap Windows based computer (W10) to run the program and did require the assistance of the DealerTool people to set it up correctly. They were so helpful that I would recommend them every time. Alfie
I'm with you on that! My Hondas RVF400 NC35 and CBR400 NC29 are free of any annoying and often unnecessary embellishments. Of course, being 30+ years old means they occasionally have other issues but that's part of ownership.
My Armstrong mt500 has no service lights, in fact if you flick the " blackout switch" next to the throttle with being ex- military it has no lights whatsoever Should prove fun at mot time
The Dealer Tool would be the one I would recommend for Triumph motorcycles, it costs £60 and includes a single code for your machine, if like me you service and repair other models then you can purchase an additional code that covers all models. It uses Windows as the operating system, when downloading the software make sure you PDF the files, if it does not happen automatically, it is simple to operate and covers everything required for servicing your bike, including re setting the service light, checking and adjusting throttle bodies, ABS pump purge for bleeding brakes, ECU stored fault codes and clearing (even though no warning light has been placed on the dash) as well as a multitude of other functions. Some non-Triumph machines are easier to clear codes, Suzuki's for example can be re set by simply bridging terminals on the ECU plug (you do need to know the correct ones though), I made up a very simple bypass wire that I just clip in and allows re setting the service light, and a lot of other functions. Using the Dealer Tool does not alter or damage anything in the ECU, and it does not allow flashing the ECU, so you can't run the risk of inadvertently altering anything within the ECU.
https://www.healtech-electronics.com/products/mm/ Looks good if thats all you need. Personally, I use Tuneecu on an android phone (with lonelec lx blutooth dongle) as it works great.
The Tuneecu is good if all you want to do is simply re set the service light, it doesn't have the functions of the Dealer Tool, so it is limited in operation, it costs a little more than the Dealer Tool to buy, also the technical backup is not as quick and straightforward as Dealer Tool, although if you do not have a windows operating system then maybe the Tuneecu would be the one, for me personally I require something that allows all function access.
I'm not sure as I've never seen dealertool but I can upload maps/throttle balancing, erase codes and look at all of the sensors and reset TPS etc.. (along with LOADS more) using Tuneecu.
Another one for TuneECU, been using it for years ever since I had a 2008 SprintST, and as @Ducatitotriumph says it does just about everything (including ABS bleeding). I've remapped four different Triumphs with their various TOR and Arrow maps, used the throttle balancing numerous times, TPS, Service reset, etc etc, without any problems. I can run it on my Windows laptop or on my Android phone either via cable or Bluetooth. I carry a bluetooth dongle under the seat and with the phone means I stand a chance of sorting any problems if the worst happens away from home. Currently running 2015 Speed and Street Triples so I can't say first hand what it's capable of on newer bikes with more tech (and is partly why I won't be updating). PS I'm not knocking Dealertool, just saying (perhaps depending on bike) TuneECU is also a very capable tool.
That's bonkers; the local mechanic charged me precisely nothing (I do know him...but all the same....).
Before I got Dealertool so that I could do it myself, I also used the services of a very good local motorcycle mechanic and he charged me about £20 which seemed reasonable. But now it's my time spent so it's free