TRIUMPH SPRINT ST (1998-2004) Review

Very twitchy in side winds at any speed over 60. Bike is tall so a problem for short legged riders. Also top heavy so difficult to keep upright if it starts to go over. Read more

I'm on my second ST. Bought the first one new in 99 and my second (2001) in 2011. Still love it as an all-rounder. I have also taken a few out for test rides for friends buying used Sprints. They purchased and love theirs. Read more

Amazing roll on power, runs smooth like silk, superb brakes and handling, a real sport tourer with the emphasis on the sport, even suits tall guys (and girls) and in tornado red this machine is a true "eyecandy"! 85 tsd km and still no regrets! Read more

An excellent do it all smooth comfortable and fast machine. A genuine product of a fine union betwixst a sports bike and a tourer. Imagine the offspring of Eva Green and Colin Firth and you will get the idea. Read more

DOING THE REVIEW FOR MY DAD HAS HE DOES NOT HAVE THE INTERNET.HE SAYS A GREAT ALL BIKE WITH THE GREAT 3 CYCLINDER TRIUMPH ENGINE VERY COMFORTABLE TO RIDE HE HAS DONE 4000 MILES ON IT JUST HAD IT A YEAR HAD NO FAULTS WITH IT HE HAS HAD A VFR AND... Read more SAYS ST IS A FAR BETTER BIKE AND WELL MADE. I HAVE A ST1050 MY SELF HE HAS RODE MINE BUT LIKES THE 955I OVER MINE THAT SAYS IT ALL A GREAT ALL ROUND BIKE AT A GOOD PRICE .

Had my '99 Sprint for nearly two years and covered 14k commuting to work in all weathers and it still looks as good as the day I bought it. Other than regular servicing, usual consumables and a clutch cable it hasn't missed a beat. I can't recommend... Read more it highly enough. Maybe it can't compete with some of today's exotica but nothing gives you as much bang for the buck. Engine and brakes are excellent, my only criticism would be the lights but I could probably sort those with an upgrade. If you want a reliable commuter/tourer with a 200+ mile range that puts a smile on your face then don't hesitate, doubt you'll get anything better for your money.

Just completed a year with my 2003 St and I love it! Fast ,frugal and reliable are just some of its many qualities. Only problem I have is my wrists and that's me not the bike. This will be sorted soon with some bar risers I hope. The triple... Read more sounds fantastic at all speeds and there is enough power to please even the most throttle hungry rider. Two up loaded with gear still handles well and gives 52mpg every time. I tried a 1050 but it just was not the same. If you need a good used sports tourer I cant think of anything that compares.

My tornado red from 99 has now covered over 50K (06/13) without missing a beat. Just regular service and the usual parts needing replacement. Since 99, I have tried every single sports/tourer out there and, for a long, long time, could not find... Read more anything better in that particular class (even the 1050 ST that followed) until I tried the 2009 BMW K1300S. For someone on a budget, a second-hand 955i Sprint ST remains one of the best all-rounders money can buy. Nearly 15 years after its introduction, that is saying something!

I bought this 2003 model in oct 08 it had done 19000 miles & came with full luggage in caspian blue to date ive added 7000 miles to it,fitted new tyres/brake-pads/had 25000 mile service. Just returned from thundersprint 09 it did not miss a beat,im... Read more looking for a differnt bike but cant find one to match it...

£1500 got me a stunning condition, fsh, '99 bike with only a tiny bit of corrosion on the rear hangers to show it's age. Engine is SO tractable, you can woofle along on that torque mountain or scream if you must. It's narrow enough and balanced... Read more enough to filter (carefully) and comfortable enough for someone my height (6'4") to do several hours in the saddle. What a find!!! And there's a number of them out there, you have no reason NOT to have one!