The Triumph Sprint ST is great at the role it’s intended for. Stable, neutral and relaxed on any road. Push really hard and you’ll discover the suspension’s not intended for sports riding and it somewhat undersprung and underdamped. The Triumph Sprint ST's forks are only adjustable for preload so if you really find it a problem a rebuild with thicker oil is the answer. Excellent brakes.
Three cylinders gives the Triumph Sprint ST the character and low rev torque of a twin with the high rev power and smoothness of a four. A key ingredient in late 90s Triumphs and this one’s a gem. Always more than enough poke and a lively character too. Early Triumph Sprint ST models (pre 2002) had a lower state of tune and only made a claimed 108bhp.
The Triumph Sprint ST is a solid motorcycle with few glitches. Plenty run to 50,000 miles and a few to more than twice that with minimal grief. Finish is better than most but once it starts to go, it flakes off fast. Triumph Sprint ST chain adjusters can seize, as can brakes, causing discs to warp so check both before handing cash over.
The sports tourer class is quite a pricy one with Honda’s VFR always commanding top money. The Triumph Sprint ST’s arguably a better bike and like for like costs less on the used market. The 2005 onwards Triumph Sprint ST was highly revised and an extremely capable machine – which kept the prices of this early model surprisingly affordable. The RS version can be an even bigger bargain. Find a Triumph Sprint ST for sale
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Pretty good – except the standard Triumph Sprint ST headlights are pants. Wiring both together (needs an extra relay) or better still a HID conversion helps. Riding position is comfy and the clocks are clear and comprehensive. The Triumph Sprint ST's silencer hinges out of the way for easy wheel removal and adjusts position for ground clearance or luggage space.