Triumph Sprint 955 Ready to go ! Most comfortable street/touring

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Triumph Sprint RS

The incredibly adaptable and well-rounded Sprint RS now reaps the benefits of exactly the same engine that powers the new Speed Triple. This capable all-rounder with a well-proven proven aluminium beam frame chassis can more than handle this power hike - up by 10bhp to 120bhp.

This half-faired sportsbike has always been popular with riders who enjoy a degree of isolation from wind and weather. yet still like to see the heart of their machine.

The Sprint RS's new powerplant is identical to the new 995cc 955cc three-cylinder engine fitted to the new Speed Triple. With high-pressure die-cast crankcases for both strength and lightness. the DOHC 12-valve liquid-cooled engine's new cylinder head employs 1mm larger inlet valves and 1mm smaller exhaust valves. set at a narrower included angle. Both inlet and exhaust ports are redesigned for better gas flow and new cast pistons run in steel liners. The compression ratio is upped raised from 11. 2:1 to 12:1 while crankcase breathing is revised to minimise power loss. The new engine is a whole 2. 5kg lighter than its predecessor.

A larger. reshaped airbox feeds the new closed-loop fuel injection system. which features smaller. lighter injectors. The closed-loop system features an oxygen sensor that monitors and adjusts the air:fuel ratio at varying engine speeds idle to optimise engine performance. while compact. light plug-top ignition coils provide high intensity sparks. The fuel injection mapping is tuned for even more of the effortless mid-range torque that makes the Sprint RS so rewarding to ride. The injection mapping is tuned for effortless mid-range torque. As with the new Daytona 955i engine. the alternator and starter motor drive areis now located on the left-hand end of the crankshaft and the starter motor drive is located on the right. This layout. featuring a rare earth magnet (more compact than the previous unit). reduces noise. especially at idle as it eliminates the need for a gear train to drive the alternator. A revised claw-type gear-change mechanism gives a much smoother and more positive shift action.

The exhaust system has new headers and employs a balance-pipe to boost midrange output. For the German and Californian markets a secondary air injection system is fitted to minimise emissions. Cooling and lubrication systems are revised with oil-jets cooling the undersides of the pistons. An increased 95 percent of the oil now passes through the new extra-capacity oil-cooler. whilewith the the coolant radiator now employs featuringes a thinner core. increasing efficiency without adding size or weight.

The highly regarded chassis - rigid twin-spar aluminium frame. lightweight twin-sided swing arm. powerful brakes and efficient suspension - remains unchanged.

For 2002 Acidic Yellow is added to the Jet Black colour option. replacing last year's Lucifer Orange and Racing Yellow.

Key Changes: - Second-generation fuel-injected engine delivering 120bhp and masses of midrange torque. - Closed loop fuel injection system for clean-burning. responsive performance. - Acidic Yellow colour option

Colour Options: - Jet Black - Acidic Yellow

Accessories:

- Integrated Alarm - L. E. D fitted as OE on bike - two circuit immobilisation - 'fail-safe' engine immobilisation - 'hot-wire' detection circuit - internal rechargeable battery - current draw of less than 5 mA - Thatcham MC1 approved - Performance Aftermarket Silencer - 2x2 weave hi-temp carbon fibre wrap - thermal blanket protection - nitro-tec hardened bracket - stainless steel external construction - bespoke fuel injection mapping - Tank Bag - 14 litres expandable to 18 litres - removable map pocket - integral water resistant cover - shoulder strap - separate harness - Throwover Panniers - high visibility reflective edging - 1250 denier polyester construction - integrated. quick release panel protectors (also available separately) - 24 litres capacity expandable to 48 litres - integral water resistant covers - Colour co-ordinated Top Box - 45 litres capacity - holds two full face helmets - Cast Aluminium Top Rack - Grab rail - Heated Grips - two position heat setting - no visible external wiring when fitted - Carbon Fibre Tank Pad - Centre Stand - Colour co-ordinated Belly Pan - Clutch Span Reduction Lever - Master Cylinder Guard - Rear Hugger - Front Mudguard Extension - Auxiliary Power Plug - facilitates remote charging of motorcycle battery

SPRINT RS SPECIFICATION

ENGINE Type Liquid-cooled. DOHC. in-line 3-cylinder Capacity 955cc Bore/Stroke 79 x 65mm Compression Ratio 12. 0:1 Fuel System Multipoint sequential electronic fuel injection Ignition Digital -inductive type - via electronic engine management system

TRANSMISSION Primary Drive Gear Final Drive X ring chain Clutch Wet. multi-plate Gearbox 6-speed

CYCLE PARTS Frame Aluminium beam perimeter Swingarm Twin-sided. aluminium alloy Wheels FrontRear Alloy 3 spoke. 17 x 3. 5inAlloy 3 spoke. 17 x 5. 5in Tyres FrontRear 120/70 ZR 17180/55 ZR 17 Suspension FrontRear 43mm forks with dual rate springs and adjustable pre-loadMonoshock with adjustable pre-load and rebound damping Brakes FrontRear Twin 320mm floating discs. 4 piston calipersSingle 255mm disc. 2 piston caliper

DIMENSIONS Length 2120mm (83. 5in) Width (handlebars) 735mm (28. 9in) Height 1170mm (46. 1in) Seat Height 805mm (31. 7in) Wheelbase 1470mm (57. 9in) Rake / Trail 24. 5£ / 89mm Weight (Dry) 199kg (438lb) Fuel Tank Capacity 19. 5 litres (5. 1 gal US)

PERFORMANCE (Measured at crankshaft to DIN 70020) Maximum Power 120PS (118bhp) at 9. 00 rpm Maximum Torque 100Nm (74ft. lbf) at 5. 00 rpm

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