Sprint ST FAQ's

Differences on year 2000 models and on CA spec bikes

Year 2000 + models

Differences between the 99 ST and 2000 STs include:

• Use of the a new ECM - the Sagem 1000 - which has a smaller footprint than the the MC2000 found on the 99 ST. The new version has the same functionality as the old model, but does require the use of different tunes. The change to the smaller unit was neccisitated by the indroduction of the TT600 - there was not sufficient room for the larger ECM, so all models switched to the 1000.
• Change in gearing - the 99 ST is geared at 18 front / 43 rear, while the 2000 + are geared at 19 front / 43 rear. For the mathmatical difference in this gearing, see the Gearing FAQ found in the ST FAQs.
• Change to the mounting point of the front brake reservoir. The 99s are elevated off a bracket on the switch housing, while on the 2000, it is mounted directly to a tap in the bar. There have been a few reports of the increased bend in the line causing mushy front brakes. When more info is known I will add it here.
• Reduction in the clutch lever span. While I have never had a problem with the 99, the 2000+ does have a smaller span to counter some complaints from early owners.
• Front wheel gains a large hex socket for removal versus the nut found on 99s.
• Colours offered in 99 were Tornado Red and Jet Black. 2000 saw the addition of Sapphire Blue.

2001 STs

• New colour addition of British Racing Green with Jet Black being dropped.
• Wheel colour is changed from black to silver

There are several additional minor changes (bolts changed from Torx to Hex etc) which are of minor signifigance.

In the words of ST lister Blake Sobiloff, "As you can tell, there aren't too many changes in the later model years -- Triumph pretty much nailed it right out of the gate. I think any time someone can get a deal on an ST they're quite lucky, regardless of the model year."

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