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2011 Triumph Sprint GT
2011 Triumph Sprint GT
2011 Triumph Sprint GT
2011 Triumph Sprint GT
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2011 Triumph Sprint GT
2011 Triumph Sprint GT: for all the roads ahead
Five years after Triumph introduced the popular 1050cc Sprint ST sports touring bike, the British marque has introduced a new model with greater practicality and more emphasis on the ‘touring’ aspect of ‘sports touring’: the Triumph Sprint GT.
As you would expect from a British machine wearing the famous Grand Tourer tag, the Sprint GT delivers outstanding real world performance in a practical and stylish package. But this should not construed that the Sprint GT has lost the sporting edge that made the Sprint ST one of the most popular and enduring bikes in the Triumph range.
That is not to say the Sprint GT has lost the sporting edge that made the Sprint ST one of the most popular and enduring bikes in the Triumph range. As you would expect from a British machine wearing the famous Grand Tourer tag, the Sprint GT delivers outstanding real world performance in a practical and stylish package.
Performance is taken care of by an updated version of Triumph’s legendary 1050cc triple. First introduced in the 2005 Sprint ST, the latest incarnation of this great engine has been updated to deliver increased power, torque and usability. With 130bhp on hand, the Sprint GT offers excellent real world performance, with development focused on power delivery in the mid-range rather than chasing peak power.
Of course, practicality is the GT’s hallmark. The bike also features new 31 liter panniers, standard ABS brakes, a 200-mile fuel range, an optional top box that is capable of accommodating two full-sized helmets, and a 12 volt power supply that allows ‘on the go’ charging of electrical items such as laptops and mobile phones.
The result is a motorcycle with a different feel to the Sprint ST, biased more towards the ‘touring’ side of sports touring than the Sprint ST’s ‘sports’ – a composed machine with precise and intuitive handling to keep up with sports bikes on demanding roads, but equally delivering the comfort required for a long two-up ride cross-country.
At £9,499 on the road, the Sprint GT offers real-world performance at a price other sports tourers can’t come close to.
Priced at $14,399, the Sprint GT will be available in Canadian dealerships this fall as an early release 2011 model.
Priced at $13,199, the Sprint GT will be available in US dealerships this fall as early release 2011 models.
Features and Benefits
Overview
Five years after the introduction of the popular 1050cc Sprint ST sports tourer comes a new model with greater practicality and even more emphasis on the touring aspect of sports touring – built for all the roads ahead…
Hard Bags
The Sprint GT comes equipped with full touring specification 31 liter hard bags as standard
Top Box
Capable of carrying two full sized helmets, The GT’s top box has the benefit of a built in 12 volt power socket that allows the recharging of electrical items such as mobile phones and notebook computers
Brakes
Revised brakes with lighter discs, more rigidly mounted for greater durability, and a new brake pad formulation providing greater feel and approximately 10% increase in braking performance.
Chassis
The main twin-spar aluminum beam frame is carried over from the Sprint ST, while the 43mm front forks have received updated internals for improved control and damping. The rest of the chassis is brand new, specifically designed for the GT.
Rear Suspension
All-new rear shock also embraces the GT’s practicality drive, featuring a remote pre-load adjuster wheel which is easily accessible and can be changed by hand to accommodate solo and two-up riding.
Headlights
The GT features newly-styled and better performing reflector headlights, offering improved distribution of light over the previous ST’s projector type units.
2011 Triumph Sprint GT – USA Specifications
MSRP: $13,199 USD
Engine Type
Liquid-cooled, 12 valve, DOHC, in-line 3-cylinder
Capacity
1050cc
Bore/Stroke
79 x 71.4 mm
Compression Ratio
12.0:1
Fuel System
Multipoint sequential electronic fuel injection with SAI
Transmission
Final Drive
X ring chain
Clutch
Wet, multi-plate
Gearbox
6-speed
Cycle Parts
Frame
Aluminum beam perimeter
Swingarm
Single-sided, aluminum alloy with eccentric chain adjuster
Front Wheel
Cast aluminum alloy 5 -spoke, 17 x 3.5in
Rear Wheel
Cast aluminum alloy 5 – spoke, 17 x 5.5in
Front Wheel
120/70 ZR 17
Rear Tyre
180/55 ZR 17
Front Suspension
Showa 43mm cartridge forks with dual rate springs and adjustable preload, 127mm travel
Rear Suspension
Showa monoshock with adjustable preload and rebound damping, 152mm rear wheel travel
Front Brakes
“Twin 320mm floating discs, Nissin 4-piston calipers, ABS standard
Rear Brakes
Single 255mm disc, Nissin 2-piston sliding caliper, ABS standard
Dimensions
Length
88.6 in
Width (Handlebars)
29.9 in (including handlebars)
Height
47.6 in (without mirrors)
Seat Height
32.1 in
Wheelbase
60.5 in
Rake/Trail
23.5 degree / 84 mm
Wet Weight
590 lbs
Fuel Tank Capacity
8.2 US gals
Performance (measured at crankshaft to 95/1/EC)
Maximum Power EC
128bhp @ 9,200 rpm
Maximum Torque EC
80 ft.lbs @ 6,300 rpm
Colours
Pacific Blue, Aluminum Silver
Price
$13,199
2011 Triumph Sprint GT – Canada Specifications
MSRP: $14,399 CDN
Engine
Type
Liquid-cooled, 12 valve, DOHC, in-line 3-cylinder
Capacity
1050cc
Bore/Stroke
79 x 71.4mm
Compression Ratio
12.0:1
Fuel System
Multipoint sequential electronic fuel injection with SAI
Transmission
Final Drive
X ring chain
Clutch
Wet, multi-plate
Gearbox
6-speed
Cycle Parts
Frame
Aluminum beam perimeter
Swingarm
Single-sided, aluminum alloy with eccentric chain adjuster
Front Wheel
Cast aluminum alloy 5-spoke 17 x 3.5in
Rear Wheel
Cast aluminum alloy 5-spoke 17 x 5.5in
Front Tyre
120/70 ZR 17
Rear Tyre
180/55 ZR 17
Front Suspension
Showa 43mm cartridge forks with dual rate springs and adjustable preload, 127mm travel
Rear Suspension
Showa monoshock with adjustable preload and rebound damping, 152mm rear wheel travel
Front Brakes
Twin 320mm floating discs, Nissin 4-piston calipers, ABS
Rear Brakes
Single 255mm disc, Nissin 2-piston sliding caliper, ABS
Dimensions
Length
2260mm / 88.9 in
Width (Handlebars)
760mm / 29.9 in (include handlebars)
Height
1210mm / 47.6 in (without mirros)
Seat Height
815mm / 32.1 in
Wheelbase
1537mm / 60.5 in
Rake/Trail
23.5°/84mm
Wet Weight (homologated)
268kg / 590lbs
Fuel Tank Capacity
20 litres / 8.2 US Gallons
Performance (measured at crankshaft to 95/1/EC)
Maximum Power EC
128 bhp @ 9,200 rpm
Maximum Torque EC
80 ft.lbs @ 6,300
Colours
Pacific Blue, Aluminum Silver
Price
$14,399
2011 Triumph Sprint GT – UK Specifications
MSRP £9,499 OTR
Engine
Type
Liquid-cooled, 12 valve, DOHC, in-line 3-cylinder
Capacity
1050cc
Bore/Stroke
79 x 71.4mm
Compression Ratio
12.0:1
Fuel System
Multipoint sequential electronic fuel injection with SAI
Transmission
Final Drive
X ring chain
Clutch
Wet, multi-plate
Gearbox
6-speed
Cycle Parts
Frame
Aluminium beam perimeter
Swingarm
Single-sided, aluminium alloy with eccentric chain adjuster
Front Wheel
Cast aluminium alloy 5-spoke 17 x 3.5in
Rear Wheel
Cast aluminium alloy 5-spoke 17 x 5.5in
Front Tyre
120/70 ZR 17
Rear Tyre
180/55 ZR 17
Front Suspension
Showa 43mm cartridge forks with dual rate springs and adjustable preload, 127mm travel
Rear Suspension
Showa monoshock with adjustable preload and rebound damping, 152mm rear wheel travel
Front Brakes
Twin 320mm floating discs, Nissin 4-piston calipers, ABS
Rear Brakes
Single 255mm disc, Nissin 2-piston sliding caliper, ABS
Dimensions
Length
2260mm
Width (Handlebars)
760mm
Height
1210mm
Seat Height
815mm
Wheelbase
1537mm
Rake/Trail
23.5°/84mm
Wet Weight (homologated)
268kg
Fuel Tank Capacity
20 litres
Performance (measured at crankshaft to 95/1/EC)
Maximum Power EC
130PS
Maximum Torque EC
108Nm
Colours
Pacific Blue, Aluminium Silver
Price
£9,499 OTR
PRESS RELEASES (2)
Triumph USA Introduces the 2011 Sprint GT
For All the Roads Ahead
New sport touring bike offers performance and practicality
ATLANTA (May 17, 2010) – Five years after Triumph introduced the popular 1050cc Sprint ST sports touring bike, the British marque has introduced a new model with greater practicality and more emphasis on the “touring? aspect of “sports touring?: the Triumph Sprint GT.
As you would expect from a British machine wearing the famous Grand Tourer tag, the Sprint GT delivers outstanding real world performance in a practical and stylish package. But this should not be construed that the Sprint GT has lost the sporting edge that made the Sprint ST one of the most popular and enduring bikes in the Triumph range.
“The motorcycle market continues to become more refined, which calls for manufacturers to evolve our product lines to provide what customers are demanding,” said Jim Callahan, North American Marketing Manager for Triumph Motorcycles. “The Sprint GT blends all of the great performance and style of the Sprint ST with some additional comfort and storage space that sport touring riders are looking for.”
The GT features a newly-styled and better performing front fairing which has been restyled to give a sharper and more contemporary look while retaining the distinctive three-light Sprint design. In the cockpit, riders will find a comprehensive three dial instrument panel with a large, traditional analogue speedometer and tachometer while the third dial hosts the readout for the onboard computer where the rider can scroll through fuel consumption, range-to-empty, journey time, average speed and clock functions.
Performance is handled by an updated version of Triumph’s legendary 1050cc triple. First introduced in the 2005 Sprint ST, the latest incarnation of this great engine has been updated to Triumph Motorcycles (America) Ltd. Telephone: (678) 854-2010 385 Walt Sanders Memorial Drive, Suite 100 Fax: (678) 854-2025 Newnan, GA 30265 www.triumphmotorcycles.com
deliver increased power, torque and usability. With 130bhp on hand, the Sprint GT offers excellent real world performance, with development focused on power delivery in the mid-range rather than chasing peak power.
Of course, practicality is the GT’s hallmark. The bike also features new 31 liter saddlebags, standard ABS brakes, a 200-mile fuel range, an optional top box that is capable of accommodating two full-sized helmets, and a 12 volt power supply that allows “on the go” charging of electrical items such as laptops and mobile phones.
The result is a motorcycle with a different feel to the Sprint ST, biased more towards the “touring” side of sports touring than the Sprint ST’s “sports” – a composed machine with precise and intuitive handling to keep up with sports bikes on demanding roads, but equally delivering the comfort required for a long two-up ride cross-country.
Priced at $13,199, the Sprint GT will be available in US dealerships this fall as early release 2011 models.
Of course, there is a full range of accessories that includes a host of options designed to further increase the practicality of the Sprint GT and allow riders to personalize the motorcycle to their specific needs. These include heated handlebar grips, a taller aero screen, optional gel comfort seat and high quality magnetic tank bags which can increase the Sprint GT’s luggage capacity another 30 liters.
The full range of Triumph motorcycles are available at authorized Triumph dealers throughout North America. To find your local Triumph dealer, please visit www.TriumphMotorcycles.com.
Triumph Canada Introduces the 2011 Sprint GT
For All the Roads Ahead
New sport touring bike offers performance and practicality
ONTARIO (May 17, 2010) – Five years after Triumph introduced the popular 1050cc Sprint ST sports touring bike, the British marque has introduced a new model with greater practicality and more emphasis on the “touring” aspect of “sports touring”: the Triumph Sprint GT.
As you would expect from a British machine wearing the famous Grand Tourer tag, the Sprint GT delivers outstanding real world performance in a practical and stylish package. But this should not be construed that the Sprint GT has lost the sporting edge that made the Sprint ST one of the most popular and enduring bikes in the Triumph range.
“Sprint Riders asked us for more luggage capacity and additional wind and weather protection without losing the famous ST handling & performance,” said Chris Ellis, General Manager of Canadian Operations for Triumph Motorcycles. “The Sprint GT blends all of the great performance and style of the Sprint ST with some additional comfort and storage space that sport touring riders are looking for.”
The GT features a newly-styled and better performing front fairing which has been restyled to give a sharper and more contemporary look while retaining the distinctive three-light Sprint design. In the cockpit, riders will find a comprehensive three dial instrument panel with a large, traditional analogue speedometer and tachometer while the third dial hosts the readout for the onboard computer where the rider can scroll through fuel consumption, range-to-empty, journey time, average speed and clock functions.
Performance is handled by an updated version of Triumph’s legendary 1050cc triple. First introduced in the 2005 Sprint ST, the latest incarnation of this great engine has been updated to deliver increased power, torque and usability. With 130bhp on hand, the Sprint GT offers excellent real world performance, with development focused on power delivery in the mid-range rather than chasing peak power.
Of course, practicality is the GT’s hallmark. The bike also features new 31 liter saddlebags, standard ABS brakes, a 200-mile fuel range, an optional top box that is capable of accommodating two full-sized helmets, and a 12 volt power supply that allows “on the go” charging of electrical items such as laptops and mobile phones.
The result is a motorcycle with a different feel to the Sprint ST, biased more towards the “touring” side of sports touring than the Sprint ST’s “sports” – a composed machine with precise and intuitive handling to keep up with sports bikes on demanding roads, but equally delivering the comfort required for a long two-up ride cross-country.
Priced at $14,399, the Sprint GT will be available in Canadian dealerships this fall as early release 2011 models.
Of course, there is a full range of accessories that includes a host of options designed to further increase the practicality of the Sprint GT and allow riders to personalize the motorcycle to their specific needs. These include heated handlebar grips, a taller aero screen, optional gel comfort seat and high quality magnetic tank bags which can increase the Sprint GT’s luggage capacity another 30 liters.
The full range of Triumph motorcycles are available at authorized Triumph dealers throughout North America. To find your local Triumph dealer, please visit www.TriumphMotorcycles.com/Canada.
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