2008 Triumph Sprint ST Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown
Engineered by Triumph for the sport touring motorcycle segment, the 2008 Triumph Sprint ST features a 1050 cc (64.1 cu in) liquid-cooled in-line three, four-stroke configuration. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 125 HP (91.2 kW) at 9,250 rpm while maximum torque reaches 77 Nm (56.8 lb-ft) at 7,500 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 119 HP per liter and a 1,750 rpm working window between peak torque (7,500 rpm) and peak power (9,250 rpm), the engine character is reflecting a performance-oriented street tune that balances strong mid-range pull with an energetic top-end rush.
On the scales, the Sprint ST measures 209.6 kg (462 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.6 HP/kg (1.68 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 805 mm (31.7 in) seat height — offering a neutral standover height that accommodates most average-inseam riders without sacrificing cornering clearance, combined with a 1,458 mm (57.4 in) wheelbase engineered for balanced agility and highway composure. The 19.68-liter (5.2 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Within MotoLibrary's Triumph archive, this model family spans 13 indexed model years from 1999 to 2011, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Specific Output
119 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.6 HP/kg (1.68 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
7,500–9,250 rpm
Standover Height
805 mm (31.7 in)
Engine
Displacement1050.0 ccm (64.07 cubic inches)
Engine TypeIn-line three, four-stroke
Engine DetailsIn-line three, four-stroke
Power125.0 HP (91.2 kW)) @ 9250 RPM
Torque77.0 Nm (7.9 kgf-m or 56.8 ft.lbs) @ 7500 RPM
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Power
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Torque
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Seat Height
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Weight
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Fuel Capacity
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Brakes
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Suspension
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Transmission
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