Triumph Sprint ST Handbook

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How to Ride the Motorcycle
Changing Gears
1. Gear change pedal
Close the throttle while pulling in the
clutch lever. Change into the next
higher or lower gear. Open the throttle
part way, while releasing the clutch
lever. Always use the clutch when
changing gear.
Note:
• The gear change mechanism is the
'positive stop' type. This means
that, for each movement of the
gear change pedal, you can only
select each gear, one after the
other, in ascending or descending
order.
Warning
Take care to avoid opening the throttle too
far or too fast in any of the lower gears as
this can lead to the front wheel lifting from
the ground (pulling a 'wheelie') and to the
rear tyre breaking traction (wheel spin).
Always open the throttle cautiously,
particularly if you are unfamiliar with the
motorcycle, as a 'wheelie' or loss of traction
will cause loss of motorcycle control and an
accident.
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Warning
Do not change to a lower gear at speeds
that will cause excessive engine rpm
(r/min). This can lock the rear wheel
causing loss of control and an accident.
Engine damage may also be caused.
Changing down should be done such that
low engine speeds will be ensured.

Triumph Sprint ST Specifications

General

Engine Type	Liquid-cooled, 12 valve, DOHC, in-line 3-cylinder
Displacement	1050cc
Bore x Stroke	79 x 71.4 mm
Compression Ratio	12.0:1
Fuel System	Multipoint sequential electronic fuel injection
Final Drive	X ring chain
Clutch	Wet, multi-plate
Gearbox	6-speed
Rear Suspension	Monoshock with adjustable preload and rebound damping
Rear Brakes	Single 255mm disc, 2-piston caliper
Front Wheel	17 x 3.5 in
Rear Wheel	17 x 5.5 in
Front Tyre	120/70 ZR 17
Rear Tyre	180/55 ZR 17
Max Power	125 PS / 123 bhp / 92 kW @ 9, 250 rpm
Max Torque	104 Nm / 77 ft-lb @ 5, 000 rpm
Frame	Aluminum beam perimeter
Front Suspension	43 mm
Front Brakes	Twin 320 mm floating discs, 4 piston calipers
Seat Height	805 mm
Dry Weight	210 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	20 liters