Triumph Sprint GT 2011

Five years after the launch of the Sprint ST 1050, Triumph introduced the Sprint GT, a “tourer” more practical, a bit ‘less “sport” than the ST ideal for long trips thanks to increased capacity. It does not mean that the new GT Sprint loses all of his DNA sport bike, but only gaining that bit of extra comfort to be more competitive in the segment of motion ‘Grand Tourer’. What Triumph wants to offer the Sprint GT is a complete package consisting of performance, convenience and attractive price. The performances are guaranteed the latest version of the legendary three-cylinder Triumph engine from 1050 cc, updated and improved disbursement, up to 132 hp and a couple more substantial at all speeds.

Convenience is the queen on the GT due to the pair of panniers from 31 liters to ‘ABS Series, Ample storage space under (the discharge side is now) to the plate for the top integrated with the handle of the passenger and the autonomy that can tank Triumph promises more than 300 km. The top box (optional) is designed to accommodate two full-face helmets and a built-in 12V outlet for charging cell phones or electronic equipment during the trip. The experience of designers Triumph and constructive criticism of the final customers Sprint ST, Addressed the development of Sprint GT towards the goal of creating a sports tourer motorcycle segment, which could take anywhere without tiring the rider. Compared to the more sporty ST, Sprint GT brand new in the backWhile the front has benefited some updates that improve ride comfort.

Starting from the front, the GT group sees an update of the characteristic optical triple element, a guarantee of Better lighting the road from the ST version. The clamping system of the side mirrors allows excellent visibility to sustained speeds, while the dashboard has been updated to give the whole a more modern look and engaging. The instrumentation consists of three tools including circular speedometer and tachometer and onboard computer, To control the main functions of the motorcycle, such as fuel consumption, autonomy, travel time, average speed and time course.

But the most important differences compared to the ST can be found in the back. Sprint GT features a classic discharge side of the triangular section placed in the bag right side, allowing one hand to increase the engine power and the other to create more space under the seat to accommodate objects of various types, such as the padlock “U” Triumph. The saddle is correspondingly lower and, combined with lowered foot pegs, grants increase passenger comfort, Who will also find a better foothold in the integrated rack. And with the rear top case the traveler will find even greater comfort.

The new rear rim, Although it is aesthetically identical to that fitted to the ST, it is lighter than 1 kg, as the front, mounting a tire bimescola Bridgestone BT021Different for “handling”, and lasted from BT020 previously installed on the TS. Also single arm longer than 79.5 mm (Nearly 8 cm) to increase interaction 1537 mm benefit of stability at high speed and full load. To achieve this there is also a completely new shock which presents a practical register preload, easily accessible to change the setting depending on the type of driving and loading. Also fork Identical externally, was magazine hydraulically to improve the behavior of the motorcycle sinking and therefore braking. The brake discs are now more lightweight and rigid for increased durability, while the pads offer improved scalability and 10% more stopping power. Its best expresses the GT fully loaded with new panniers supplied as standard and the optional top box. If on the ability of Sprint ST pannier bag is 22 liters, the GT liters rose to 31 and in combination with the optional top box total capacity stood at 117 liters Among the best in class.

Each side bag has the ability to accommodate within it a XXL helmet and was developed to offer maximum ease of loading (which must not exceed 7.5 kg for singles). The bags, made in body color, start with the ignition key and are completely waterproof. Also have a new and simple mounting system that eliminates external hooks and gives a cleaner look to the rear when they are installed. The points of attachment to the frame are two to allow exchanges to oscillate slightly, thanks to the two pads that allow a slight movement to prevent annoying vibration at high speeds.

The innovative 55 liter trunk has been specially designed for the Sprint GT. Can accommodate 2 full face helmets and has an integrated 12-volt socket, ideal to recharge their “gadgets” electronic trip. The trunk does not require any cable, the contacts were in fact made a practical “plug and play”. As for the side bags is available in body color, opens with the ignition key and has a slip lining (optional). His ergonomic design helps improve passenger comfort, which can be further increased by adding the padded back support cushion. This is an original accessory and therefore all of the safety and quality guaranteed by the manufacturer. The list also includes accessories heated grips, tall windshield, saddle gel magnetic tank bag and which can further increase the capacity of another 30 liters.

The power unit of Sprint GT is the third cylinder 1050 cc mans ST, updated in some components. The new exhaust, combined with ECU reprogrammed Made it possible to increase the power of 5 bhp to achieve 132 hp at 9,200 rpm. The pair has been optimized to make better arrangements for the average peak of the curve increased to 108 Nm (+5 Nm) at a speed of 1,200 rpm lower than the Sprint ST. Thanks to 20-liter tank and sixth gear overdrive (Longer than 7%), including autonomy has improved, so as to make over 300 km before having to make a new supply.

The frame Aluminium twin spar is shared with ST, while the rest of the chassis is new. The weight of the rear rim has been reduced by 1 kg, while the new Bridgestone BT021 ensure comfort and performance. The new exhaust has also allowed the GT to lower masses than the discharge under saddle ST. The new rear subframe allowed to redesign the seat while the bottom of the tank and fairing are common with ST. Even the center stand has been redesigned and improved in its operation.

The braking system relies on a pair of 320 mm floating discs combined with four-piston calipers, while rear is a 255 mm single disc. ABS is standard, according to the tendency of the House in the coming years foresees a sharp increase in range of models equipped with ABS. The result of all these policies is significantly different from the Sprint ST motorcycle, with a character more ‘touring’ and less ‘Sports’ Capable of giving greater driving comfort without sacrificing sporty tourist on highways or winding mountain roads, alone as a couple. The new GT will be sold in Sprint two colors, Pacific Blue and Aluminium Silver price road 13,050 Euro, The lowest among the big Gran Turismo High Performance.