2002 Triumph Sprint RS

Triumph is claiming 120 horsepower from an improved version of the 955cc triple cylinder engine. Most of the performance increase has come from extensive port work on the 12 valve cylinder head that now employs slightly larger inlet valves. Bumping up the compression ratio from 11.2 to 12.0:1 should also improve things markedly, especially in regards to throttle response.

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 to optimise engine performance, while compact, light plug-top ignition coils provide high intensity sparks. The fuel injection mapping is tuned for mid-range torque.

The twin-spar aluminium frame, twin-sided swing arm, brakes and suspension remain unchanged.

Acidic Yellow and Jet Black are the 2002 colours.

Triumph Sprint RS Specifications

Engine - 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
Gearbox - 6-speed with wet clutch and chain final drive
Frame - Aluminium beam
Swingarm - Twin-sided, aluminium alloy
Front Suspension - 43mm forks with dual rate springs and adjustable pre-load
Rear Suspension - Monoshock with adjustable pre-load and rebound damping
Front Brakes - Twin 320mm floating discs, 4 piston calipers
Rear Brake - Single 255mm disc, 2 piston caliper
Length - 2120mm
Width - 735mm
Height - 1170mm
Seat Height - 805mm
Wheelbase - 1470mm
Dry Weight - 199kg
Fuel Tank Capacity - 19.5 litres