Triumph Sprint ST > Reviews

Advantages: Does it all
Disadvantages: Headlight bulb change is complicated

I'd never really considered Triumph to be a marque I'd consider buying. I have owned 3 bikes now, the last two being a BMW and latterly a Kawasaki. I wanted another BMW, but this ST captured my heart from the moment I tested it. RIDE With a triple engine, the bike is responsive and has a flat torque curve, which means it pulls very evenly throughout the rev range. It's a 955cc lump, which puts it firmly in the big bike class. Fuel injection has ... Read review

Advantages: comfort, handling, power, gorgeous looks and finish
Disadvantages: None. Not a darn thing wrong with it!

...try. I took my 2003 Triumph Sprint ST for a test drive right off the showroom floor on May 1, 2003. First drive: The dealer (California BMW & Triumph, Mountain View, CA) was afraid to let me drive a new Sprint, and let me drive a RS instead. I wasn't impressed by the comfort, and hesitated to drive the ST. However, the dealer changed his mind and urged me to drive it. I took it out, and couldn't believe the difference. It was absolutely amazing. ... Read review

Advantages: Build quality, features, engine
Disadvantages: Turning circle, comfort with a pillion

I bought the ST after months of looking at the usual Japanese suspects. The clincher was when the dealer fired up the engine on his demo model in the showroom. I couldn't believe the sound and feel of the big triple. The VFR800 might rev snappily and wildly, but the hearty grumble of the 955, with that meaty thrumble through the midrange is simply unforgettable. British Racing Green. It should be obvious, I suppose, but when the bike rolled out ... Read review

Advantages: An excellent allrounder with impressive mid-range performance.
Disadvantages: Fuel gauge fluctuates wildly

This bike is good looking, comfortable to ride with good handling. Performance is best mid-range when you need/enjoy it most. The 3 cylinder engine sounds great and is very responsive. It captures some of the torque of the big twins combined with the attributes of a multi. The mix works well. It is also very good on fuel consumption. Bike starts easily and runs smoothly immediately. gearbox is quite slick too and not clunk like some of jap boxes. ... Read review