Is the 2017 Triumph TROPHY SE A1 reliable?

The 2017 Triumph TROPHY SE A1 has 7 complaints filed with NHTSA (1.0x the segment average). Our reliability verdict: below-average. Most common issue: ELECTRICAL problems.

What are common problems with the 2017 Triumph TROPHY SE A1?

Top problems: ELECTRICAL (3 complaints, avg repair $500); TRANSMISSION (2 complaints, avg repair $500); BRAKES (1 complaints, avg repair $500). Issues typically appear around 50K miles.

Are there any recalls on the 2017 Triumph TROPHY SE A1?

No recalls have been issued for the 2017 Triumph TROPHY SE A1.

How much does it cost to insure a 2017 Triumph TROPHY SE A1?

Estimated US average full-coverage insurance for the 2017 Triumph TROPHY SE A1 is approximately $1,607/year (sedan-midsize class). Actual quotes vary heavily by state, driver age, driving record, and credit — see the interactive insurance estimator on this page for state-specific pricing.

2017 Triumph TROPHY SE A1

Problems, Recalls & Reliability Report

Below Average

Quick Summary

The 2017 Triumph TROPHY SE A1 has 7 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — that's 1.0x the segment average of 7. The most common issue is electrical problems (43% of all complaints), specifically: i was backing up my motorcycle (while it was running) and as i turned the handlebars to the right, all electrical shut off (the engine included). this continued to happen every time i turned the handlebars to the right, and got progressively worse, from only happening when turning full right to bare.

Total Complaints

Recalls Issued

—/5

Safety Stars

1.0x

vs Segment Avg

Known Problems(top 4 of 4)

ELECTRICAL

3 complaints

43%

• I WAS BACKING UP MY MOTORCYCLE (WHILE IT WAS RUNNING) AND AS I TURNED THE HANDLEBARS TO THE RIGHT, ALL ELECTRICAL SHUT OFF (THE ENGINE INCLUDED). THIS CONTINUED TO HAPPEN EVERY TIME I TURNED THE HANDLEBARS TO THE RIGHT, AND GOT PROGRESSIVELY WORSE, FROM ONLY HAPPENING WHEN TURNING FULL RIGHT TO BARE
• EARLIER TODAY I WAS RIDING MY 2017 TRIUMPH TROPHY SE MOTORCYCLE ON A CITY STREET WHEN THE BIKE SUDDENLY SHUT OFF COMPLETELY IN THE MIDDLE OF A LEFT TURN. I WAS ABLE TO GET TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND DISCOVERED THAT THE ENGINE AND ALL ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS WOULD SHUT OF WHENEVER THE HANDLE BARS WERE T
• THIS IS A CONTINUATION OF COMPLAINT 11266466. I HAVE LOOKED ONLINE AND FOUND NUMEROUS REPORTS OF THE TRIUMPH TROPHY IGNITION SWITCH WIRING FAILURES, INCLUDING AT LEAST ONE OTHER COMPLAINT MADE TO NHTSA THIS YEAR (11185821). I HAVE ALSO VISITED A WEB SITE FOR TRIUMPH TROPHY OWNERS (TRIUMPH-TROPHY.C

Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500

“I WAS BACKING UP MY MOTORCYCLE (WHILE IT WAS RUNNING) AND AS I TURNED THE HANDLEBARS TO THE RIGHT, ALL ELECTRICAL SHUT OFF (THE ENGINE INCLUDED). THIS CONTINUED TO HAPPEN EVERY TIME I TURNED THE HANDLEBARS TO THE RIGHT, AND GOT PROGRESSIVELY WORSE, FROM ONLY HAPPENING WHEN TURNING FULL RIGHT TO BARE”

— NHTSA complaint filing

Estimated Insurance Cost for 2017 Triumph TROPHY SE A1

Estimate only, not a quote. Modeled from NAIC + HLDI averages for a hypothetical 35-year-old driver with clean record + full coverage. Your actual quote depends heavily on your age, driving history, credit, ZIP code, and insurer.

Your state (affects local premium average)

Full coverage / year

$1,607

Full coverage / month

$134

Liability only / year

$611

vs US avg

-4%

How this estimate is calculated

US base full-coverage premium$1674

× state (US)1.00x

× vehicle class (sedan-midsize)0.96x

× theft risk1.00x

× safety rating1.00x

× vehicle age1.00x

= Full coverage estimate$1607

Coverage assumed: 100/300/100 liability + comprehensive/collision, $500 deductibles. Data sources: NAIC 2024 + HLDI loss studies.

Estimated Repair Costs

ELECTRICAL(~50K mi)

$500

TRANSMISSION(~50K mi)

$500

BRAKES(~50K mi)

$500

ENGINE(~50K mi)

$500

Estimates based on average reported repair costs. Actual costs vary by location, shop, and severity.

🔍 Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist

Based on 7 owner complaints for this specific year, here's what to check or ask about:

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ELECTRICAL: I WAS BACKING UP MY MOTORCYCLE (WHILE IT WAS RUNNING) AND AS I TURNED THE HANDLEBARS TO THE RIGHT, ALL ELECTRICAL SHUT OFF (THE ENGINE INCLUDED). THIS CONTINUED TO HAPPEN EVERY TIME I TURNED THE HANDLEBARS TO THE RIGHT, AND GOT PROGRESSIVELY WORSE, FROM ONLY HAPPENING WHEN TURNING FULL RIGHT TO BARE
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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TRANSMISSION: I WAS RIDING MY 2017 TRIUMPH TROPHY SE MOTORCYCLE ON THE HIGHWAY WHEN THE PIVOT BOLT THAT HOLDS THE GEAR SHIFT PEDAL TO THE BODY OF THE MOTORCYCLE SHEARED OFF. AS A RESULT I WAS STUCK IN FIFTH GEAR. THIS IS A VERY DANGEROUS SITUATION FOR A MOTORCYCLIST SINCE THERE IS NO WAY TO SLOW THE BIKE DOWN A
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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BRAKES: I WAS RIDING MY 2017 TRIUMPH TROPHY SE MOTORCYCLE ON THE HIGHWAY WHEN THE PIVOT BOLT THAT HOLDS THE GEAR SHIFT PEDAL TO THE BODY OF THE MOTORCYCLE SHEARED OFF. AS A RESULT I WAS STUCK IN FIFTH GEAR. THIS IS A VERY DANGEROUS SITUATION FOR A MOTORCYCLIST SINCE THERE IS NO WAY TO SLOW THE BIKE DOWN A
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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ENGINE: THIS IS A CONTINUATION OF COMPLAINT 11266466. I HAVE LOOKED ONLINE AND FOUND NUMEROUS REPORTS OF THE TRIUMPH TROPHY IGNITION SWITCH WIRING FAILURES, INCLUDING AT LEAST ONE OTHER COMPLAINT MADE TO NHTSA THIS YEAR (11185821). I HAVE ALSO VISITED A WEB SITE FOR TRIUMPH TROPHY OWNERS (TRIUMPH-TROPHY.C
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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General: Get a pre-purchase inspection from an independent mechanic ($100-$200)

Triumph TROPHY SE A1 — Year Comparison

How does 2017 compare to other years? Fewer complaints = more reliable.

2017

7Below Average

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NHTSA Safety Rating

No NHTSA safety rating available

At a Glance

Complaints: 7
Recalls: 0
Fire reports: 0
Crash reports: 0
Injury reports: 0
Segment avg: 7

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