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Re: 99 vs00 or 01?



Abbyandus2@xxxxxxx wrote:

> Hello all, I've got a question concerning the differences between the 99 ST 
> and the 00 and 01 ST.

Hmmm... I was going to tell you to read the fine FAQ at 
<http://www.triumphnet.com/st/>, but it looks like the answer to this 
question is a bit incomplete. (I'll still recommend you visit the web 
site since there's lots of good information on it.) So, here's what I 
can remember:

* The computers are different, but aside from needing different tunes 
they appear to function the same.

* The '99s have one less tooth on the front sprocket (19 vs. 18, IIRC). 
The difference doesn't have much impact on the MPG, but it does help get 
the front wheel up a little easier. :-)

* The '99s also have a separate bracket that elevates the front brake 
fluid reservoir off the handlebar. In '00+, the reservoir bolts directly 
to the handlebar. There's some speculation that the separate bracket 
reduces kinking in the hose from the reservoir to the master cylinder, 
but nothing's been confirmed yet.

* There were several recalls on the '99s. You'll want to check out the 
web site for the details, and then make sure that they've been done to 
your bike (assuming you get the '99).

* There might be a few other things I'm missing? Chime on in, gang...

All in all, if you can get a deal on a '99, I'd go for it. 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.

- -- 
Blake "Dawgbert" Sobiloff <sobiloff@xxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
Burlingame, CA, USA


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