Re: [ST] New Owner with Questions

[James LaPoint <vlapoint@xxxxxxxxxx>]

I'm not positive but you can probably use the same filter as on the 
VFR.  I use CBR size filters on the Sprint.  The same filter fits Mazda 
Miata.  Ergo...use a Mazda Miata filter by Bosch for about $5.
Jim

On Sunday, November 10, 2002, at 08:48 PM, David R. Brant wrote:

> I just purchased a new 2000 blue Sprint ST.  I am long time rider and
> currently own a 95 VFR, 89 GL1500 along with some other bikes not
> currently on the road.  I am lucky to live in North Carolina just East
> of the Blue Ridge Parkway and the mountains.  In general I ride about
> 15,000 miles per year.
>
> Now my first question is how does the ST run on 87 and 93 Octane fuels.
> The manual calls for 95 RON Octane.  The local stations sell R+N octane
> rated fuels.
>
> Next where is the best place to buy a Triumph oil filter wrench and
> parts in general?  My local dealer wants $12 per filer.
>
> Any recommendations for back rests.  In the past I have had Corbin
> seats.  I purchase the ST largely to use for 2 up sport touring with my
> wife.
>
> Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.  To date I have 300 miles
> on the St and greatly enjoy its superior torque to the VFR.  I can not
> wait until I can really begin to run it hard.
>
> Rick
> Pfafftown, NC
>
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