Triumph Sprint RS reviews

This bike is a great all around bike. It has great performance like a sportbike but has the comfort and storage of a touring bike. It feels at home either on the open road or in the twisties. It has great wind coverage and gets good miles between fill-ups. Show less

I bought this bike new in '01 and have since put 57,000 miles on it. I've gone through 5 chains, lots of tires and a few sets of brake pads. The only problems I have had were all covered under warranty except the speedometer which stopped working after 2 1/2 years and 34,000 miles. The bike has always been reliable, fun to ride and a stronger performer. I would buy one again. Show less

120 horsepower and 456 lbs. of fury. In the real world you don't need more than 100 horsepower. More than that and it is pretty much a waste, but man is it fun to let all that power loose. Quite comfortable for both rider and pillion. What use is a bike if you can't ride it with out having to stop at a chiropractor every 100 miles? The exhaust note is to die for. If you have never heard a triple at full song then that is just sad. In all the Triumph is a do it all bike that can beat most anything on the road in fantastic comfort. BUY IT! You will not regret it at all. Show less

I have had the bike a year now. Usually not one to write reviews, however, awesome bike. Handles exceptionally well. If you want to get on the throttle, you will not be let down (keeps up with most sport bikes) comfortable riding position for longer rides. Show less

I've only had my 06 sprint 3 weeks and already clocked 2700 km. My previous bike was a Suzuki V Strom 1000 which I quickly fell out of love with due to unbearable wind buffeting and excessive engine vibration. I have ridden the Sprint over 300ks two-up in a howling side wind and couldn't fault it for aerodynamics and comfort. Yes there is some heat from the engine but I haven't found it too uncomfortable on hot days and am grateful for any extra warmth on a cold day. Handling is superb to the extent that this bike makes an average rider look very good. Whilst the Sprint thrives on spirited riding or long distance hauls it will just as happily weave and putter around town. The bike's outstanding styling always draws appreciative looks. This is just the start of a long love affair. Show less

I purchased my 2006 ST just one year ago this month and I absolutely love it! I have a Harley Road King that mainly sits in the garage since the Triumph moved in. If I have anything even slightly negative to say about this bike it would have to be the headlights. I know there is better lighting out there. At night they do leave a little to be desired. Aside from that this bike is super! The fastest I have had this bike is 125 mph and it still had so much more. It held together perfectly at this speed. It fills my desire for a sports bike yet is comfortable enough for the 500 mile day. I actually love the sound of my bike stock but wish sometimes that it were just a little bit louder. I would surely recommend this bike to anyone! Show less

Overall, a very good bike for the $, especially with the windscreen and bags. For someone as tall as me, it would be nice to have the bars back about 2 to 3 more inches, for those road trips. The bike is fast of the line... what else can one say. It has many advantages. It rumbles during deceleration from about 4000 to 2500, and tends to burn a bit of oil, perhaps still breaking in, but I take it to the max. 1qt in 700 miles, since going to synth oil. Show less

I'm approaching one year and 11,000 miles and I'm still very happy. Not a single problem (and didn't expect one). A great sport tourer with a little more emphasis on the sport side. I'm still looking for a taller screen for the 500+ mile days. The new hard bags are fantastic. The easiest to pop on and off that I have ever had. Water tight and lots of room. I have the off road pipe which really gives the bike a little more kick and the sound is outstanding. Love the ABS. I am looking to change from the Power bronze to the flip lip wind screen and will also get the high bar kit all for the comfort of the long haul-big trip planned at the end of the summer! Show less

I bought mine in Chicago and rode it back to the DC area. Within the first 100 miles I knew that I had a winner. Right out of the box this is the best bike I've ever owned. I came from a Yamaha FZ-1 that I dumped thousands of dollars in to make it the bike I wanted. When it was all said and done, the bike was great, but it had no character. The Sprint has it in spades. The engine makes sweet sounds, the dash is perfect, it eats up miles, handles great, is incredibly stable, and very comfortable for what it is. The only thing that's going to get me to buy a Corbin is the ease of removal compared to stock. If you're looking at a sport-tourer this IS the bike to buy. Consider what you're getting for the price. Nobody else can match this bike. If the build quality matches the reliability then I'm set for a very long time. I couldn't even begin to express how much I love this bike! Show less

I have ridden this bike from Phoenix to Denver and it's quite an experience. 48 mpg on that ride! It's been reliable and lots of fun in the city and touring. However after 200 miles you may need a new saddle. I did add bar risers well worth the $100 for a long haul. The triple's midrange has excellent pull along with that triple growl. I recommend this bike to any individual who wants to be different and get the best of all world riding... Show less