Cool-Motorcycles reviews Triumph Sprint ST

It doesn’t take long to understand why the Sprint ST is so highly acclaimed by the world’s press and its owners alike as a class leading sports tourer. Sporting credentials are confirmed by details including single sided swing arm with inboard rear disc, under seat exhaust system, twin floating front discs with 4 piston callipers, six speed gearbox and a tuned version of our unique fuel injected 1050cc triple now giving 127bhp and 77ft.lb of torque.

Mile eating capabilities are equally well catered for. Aerodynamic full fairing, ergonomic seat design, colour matched, waterproof hard case sidebags as standard, fuel gauge, 5.2 gallon tank, trip computer and optional ABS all contribute to a practicality and versatility that few rivals can keep up with.

The Sprint ST won Motorrad’s 2007 50,000 km endurance test and 2008 Touring awards adding to the many reasons why this Triumph is a special and unique motorcycle in every respect.

FEATURES

Engine

The Sprint ST houses a fantastic 1050cc fuel injected three-cylinder engine, the very essence of what makes a Triumph special. The engine has huge reserves of torque and horsepower. Peak power is an impressive 125bhp at 9250rpm while peak torque of 77ft.lbf arrives at just 7500rpm. Enhancing the engine is a smooth six-speed gearbox and clutch fitted with an anti-backlash gear. The Sprint ST comes with Triumph’s Keihin ECU offering sophisticated mapping for quicker starting, cleaner running and fuel economic engine.

Seat

The supportive, spacious seat and relaxed rider and pillion ergonomics make for great comfort on long distance trips.

Screen

The Sprint ST screen gives great wind protection for those long journeys without obscuring your view around town.

Headlights

Sharp styling without compromise; the Sprint ST’s three projector lamps give the bike a distinctive look.

Sidebags

Color matched, factory designed, waterproof hard sidebags are fitted as standard and are lockable with the bike’s ignition key. To further increase carrying capacity you can add a matching top box from Triumph’s wide range of accessories.

ABS

Triumph’s Antilock Braking System has been carefully designed to boost control under hard braking, working on both wheels independently. This unobtrusive system retains all the sensations of riding, operating at 100 calculations per second to sense the precise moment the wheel is about to lock up, then preventing it from doing so.  The system has been specifically tailored to the Sprint ST, with painstaking calibration over many months to ensure optimum braking performance.

SPECIFICATIONS

Engine

• Type: Liquid-cooled, DOHC, in-line 3-cylinder
• Capacity: 1050cc
• Bore/Stroke: 79 x 71.4mm
• Compression Ratio: 12.0:1
• Fuel System: Multipoint sequential electronic fuel injection

Transmission

• Final Drive: X ring chain
• Clutch: Wet, multi-plate
• Gearbox: 6-speed

Cycle Parts

• Frame: Aluminum beam perimeter
• Swingarm: Single-sided, aluminum alloy with eccentric chain adjuster
• Front Wheel: Alloy 5 -spoke, 17 x 3.5in
• Rear Wheel: Alloy 5 – spoke, 17 x 5.5in
• Front Wheel: 120/70 ZR 17
• Rear Tire: 180/55 ZR 17
• Front Suspension: 43mm cartridge forks with dual rate springs and adjustable preload
• Rear Suspension: Monoshock with adjustable preload and rebound and compression damping
• Front Brakes: Twin 320mm floating discs, 4 piston caliper (ABS model available)
• Rear Brakes: Single 255mm disc, 2 piston caliper

Dimensions

• Length: 83.2in
• Width (Handlebars): 29.5in
• Height: 47.8in
• Seat Height: 31.7in
• Wheelbase: 57.4in
• Rake/Trail: 24 degree/90mm
• Weight (Dry): 474lbs (ABS model: 469lbs)
• Fuel Tank Capacity: 5.2 gal

Performance (Measured at crankshaft to DIN 70020)

• Maximum Power: 125bhp at 9,250 rpm
• Maximum Torque: 77ft.lbf at 7,500 rpm

Colours

• Graphite, Pacific Blue, Phantom Black

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