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Sport Tourers

2011Triumph Sprint GT

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The 2011 Triumph Sprint GT is a sport-touring motorcycle designed for riders seeking a blend of performance and practicality for long-distance riding. Powered by a 1050cc three-cylinder engine producing 128 horsepower, it delivers strong mid-range torque and smooth power delivery through its six-speed transmission. Known for its agile handling, comfortable ergonomics, and fuel-injected reliability, the Sprint GT excels at covering miles quickly without sacrificing rider enjoyment on twisty roads.

Capacity: 1050.0 ccm
Engine: In-line three-cylinder, four-stroke
Gearbox: 6-speed
Wet weight: 267.6 kg
Seat height: 815 mm
Power: 128.0 HP (94.1 kW)

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Other years 2011 2012 2013 2014

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail15%

Cornering68%

City riding55%

Daily riding75%

Touring90%

Two-up82%

Track40%

Best for: Built for covering long distances quickly and comfortably, blending sporty triple-cylinder performance with genuine touring practicality.
Built for: A muscular in-line triple gives strong midrange torque and a distinctive growl, wrapped in a sport-touring chassis that favors stability over razor-sharp agility.
Not ideal for: Not ideal for novice riders, short-inseam riders, or anyone seeking a lightweight, nimble machine for tight city streets or off-road use.

Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.

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Your height

Inseam (optional)

Units

At 815mm, a rider of 175cm with a 79cm (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2011 Triumph Sprint GT, with a cramped knee angle of around 70 degrees and a forward-leaning riding position.

Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated. This is an approximation from category-typical geometry, not a measurement of this bike or of you - sit on one before you buy.

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Full specifications

Engine

Capacity: 1050.0 ccm
Power: 128.0 HP (94.1 kW)
EPA Certificate No.: BTDXC1.05NNA-004
EPA CO Emissions: 4.2 CO g/km
Torque: 108.5 Nm (11.1 kgf-m) @ 6300 RPM
Engine type: In-line three-cylinder, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio: 0.4783 HP/kg (wet)
Bore x stroke: 79.0 x 79.0 mm
Compression: 12.0:1
Cooling system: Liquid
Fuel system: Injection
Starting: Electric
Ignition: Digital-inductive type vis engine management system
Aspiration: Naturally aspirated
Valves per cylinder: 4

Transmission

Gearbox: 6-speed
Transmission type: Manual
Final drive: Chain
Clutch: Wet. multi-plate

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1537 mm
Overall length: 2250 mm
Overall width: 759 mm
Overall height: 1209 mm
Seat height: 815 mm
Wet weight: 267.6 kg
Fuel capacity: 20.10 litres
Oil capacity: 3.50 litres
Dry weight: Not on record - add it

Chassis & suspension

Frame: Aluminum beam perimeter
Front suspension: Showa 43mm cartridge forks with dual rate springs and adjustable preload. 127mm travel
Rear suspension: Showa monoshock with adjustable preload and rebound damping. 152mm rear wheel travel
Rake (fork angle): 23.5°
Trail: 84 mm

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Double disc
Front brakes diameter: 320 mm
Rear brakes: Single disc
Rear brakes diameter: 255 mm
Front tyre: 150/80-R16
Rear tyre: 180/55-ZR17

Other

Color options: Pacific Blue. Aluminum Silver
Fuel Tank Material: Metal

Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.

What changed, year to year

Differences highlighted

Specification	2011	2012	2013	2014
Capacity	1050 cc	1050 cc	1050 cc	1050 cc
Seat height	815 mm	815 mm	815 mm	815 mm
Fuel capacity	20.1 L	20 L	20 L	20 L

Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.

Safety Recalls

⚠ 1 recall may apply

EQUIPMENTAug 2011 · 11V393000

TRIUMPH IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011-2012 SPRINT GT, TIGER 800 AND TIGER 800 XC MOTORCYCLES MANUFACTURED FROM JUNE 2010 THROUGH JUNE 2011. THE TOP BOX LOCKING HANDLE IS MISSING A CLIP ON THE LOCKING MECHANISM AND THUS IT IS POSSIBLE THAT THE TOP BOX MAY DETACH FROM THE MACHINE.

Risk: IF THE TOP BOX FALLS FROM THE MOTORCYCLE, IT COULD STRIKE ANOTHER VEHICLE, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A NEW FITMENT CLIP PART TO THE TOP BOX LOCKING HANDLE SPINDLE TO ALIGN THE RACK AND PINION MECHANISM TO PREVENT DISENGAGEMENT. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 2, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT TRIUMPH CUSTOMER SERVICE DEPARTMENT AT 1-678-539-8782.

These recalls cover some 2011 bikes of this model. Whether one applies to a specific bike, and whether the repair has already been done, depends on its VIN — check your VIN with NHTSA or ask a dealer.

Source: NHTSA. View all Triumph recalls →