1994 Triumph Sprint 900

Summary:

High build quality, heavily over-engineered, very reliable, has a presence

Faults:

Ignition pick up coil.

Rear brake stop light switch.

Coils.

General Comments:

Good solid ride, a little top heavy which is noticeable (for me) at low speeds.

Very reliable, heavily over-engineered.

Bought a new fuel injected Triumph Tiger Sport recently which I love, but the Sprint has a soul that can't be beaten. So sometimes the Sport stays at home.

Would you buy another motorcycle from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 22nd October, 2019

1995 Triumph Sprint 900

Summary:

Perfect for the twisty bits

Faults:

Nothing.

General Comments:

I am only 5'8", yet I manage, and I have both knees replaced, so yes it's top heavy, but I wanted one, and when I saw this one in outstanding original condition, then it had to be mine.

I agree with most of the comments, although saying it is ugly is below the belt, as appearance is a personal thing. I think it's a good looking bike, as I do with most Triumphs; they certainly have a certain something, never let me down and I don't expect it to.

All in all, a great bike amongst some that are and some that people just think they are because of the name, even when they know they are not...

Would you buy another motorcycle from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 23rd June, 2018

1994 Triumph Sprint 900

Summary:

Buy one, you won't be disappointed

Faults:

Very little except fair wear and tear.

General Comments:

Just returned from touring Europe on my 21 year old Sprint. It didn't miss a beat and performed well all the way. I particularly enjoyed the hairpins of the Pyrenees.

The bike can be a bit top heavy in traffic (especially with luggage/panniers), but this is worth the offset of the solid ride at speed.

The more I ride this bike, the more I like it. It's still guaranteed to put a smile on my face.

Would you buy another motorcycle from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 13th August, 2015

1994 Triumph Sprint 900

Summary:

Superb

Faults:

At 30k the bike started to cut out when hot and was running rough. Replaced the ignition pick up coil, which stopped it cutting out, and then also the ignition coils and spark plugs, which sorted out the poor running. Like new.

Other than that, just the usual tyres, brake pads etc.

General Comments:

Yes it is top heavy, but it's only noticeable if you're in slow moving traffic.

The seat is a bit uncomfortable after about 200 miles.

Very reliable, superb build quality, great handling (other than for the above), very quick, the engine sounds great - good stopping power.

Would you buy another motorcycle from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 31st July, 2014

1995 Triumph Sprint 900

Summary:

An outstanding all rounder

Faults:

The CDI Pickup for the electronic ignition system. Apparently this is a relatively common problem.

The on board clock wears the battery down if stood for extended periods (more than 2 - 3 weeks).

General Comments:

Overall I'm very impressed, it's not the lightest, fastest or best handling bike I've ridden, but has that unique combination of being good enough in each department to make it a great bike that you can live with.

It is certainly one of the most comfortable bikes, I've owned at just over 6'3". I find it easy to ride and handle, and don't get cramp like I do on many other sports tourers.

The seat height is not so good if you like your saddle a bit closer to the ground.

Would you buy another motorcycle from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 4th March, 2005

13th Dec 2006, 15:13

Just got a sprint 900 (1996) as my first bike. Bit heavy when manouvering, but fantastic fun. Generally above comments I agree with. But scary in strong side winds, but so was the Suzy GS500 I learnt on.

8th Mar 2007, 13:56

I bought my 1994 Sprint 7 years ago. I am still very happy with it, I have been to Switzerland on it, so I think that counts as a fair test ride. There is no other bike on the market at the moment that I am remotely tempted to have instead of the Sprint.

Your comments about seat hight are accurate. I am only 5'6", so the Sprint is really a bit tall for me, it is also quite top heavy, but I wanted one and I wasn't going to let common sense get in the way. This attitude has persisted throughout the time I have owned the bike.

The C.D.I. pickup went wrong on my Sprint as well. It was tricky to identify as the culprit as it was a temperamental fault.

27th Sep 2009, 19:30

I had a 96 Triumph Sprint 900 for a couple of months in 2007. Powerful, superbly built and very comfortable. However, it's top heavy and ugly, mine didn't have a mainstand, which was really annoying! Meant to challenge the VFR 750 - fat chance!

In reply to 8th Mar 2007, 13:56

28th Jul 2014, 19:32

My 1993 Sprint - was running a little rough, with poor top end and a tendency to cut out when hot (34k miles, but stood a lot). So: used some additive in the fuel tank for a while to help clean the carbs; replaced the CDI pickup; all three coils and spark plugs - runs like new - CDI pickup and coils were definitely faulty. Great bike.

In reply to 28th Jul 2014, 19:32

24th Mar 2022, 14:09

Same with my 94 Sprint.