23-09-12, 06:40 PM
Hi
I've owned a 2005 sprint st1050 for almost 2 years , have done 30 k in that time
Only problem I 've had is with rear wheel bearings @25k they failed causing damaged to the wheel axle costing £500 to fix
Bike is used as a daily commuter and averages approx 48 mpg , when touring this increases to over 50 mpg , michelin PR2 last 10 k , original c&s 30k , so general running costs not bad for a big bike
Triumph spares parts are expensive and sometimes have a long back order time , main dealer 12 k services are £500 , local independant £250
I'm hoping to keep mine for another 2-3 years
plus points :-
looks great
great motor
good tank range 200 +
neg points :-
expensive serving / parts
headlights poor
front brake need reg cleaning or go spongy
all in all well worth a test ride , can pick up for a good price
cheers Steveg
I've owned a 2005 sprint st1050 for almost 2 years , have done 30 k in that time
Only problem I 've had is with rear wheel bearings @25k they failed causing damaged to the wheel axle costing £500 to fix
Bike is used as a daily commuter and averages approx 48 mpg , when touring this increases to over 50 mpg , michelin PR2 last 10 k , original c&s 30k , so general running costs not bad for a big bike
Triumph spares parts are expensive and sometimes have a long back order time , main dealer 12 k services are £500 , local independant £250
I'm hoping to keep mine for another 2-3 years
plus points :-
looks great
great motor
good tank range 200 +
neg points :-
expensive serving / parts
headlights poor
front brake need reg cleaning or go spongy
all in all well worth a test ride , can pick up for a good price
cheers Steveg