Triumphrat

GeoffE · 07-20-2003

Hi,
I have a pair of 6-pot calipers to add to a 1996 Sprint that I am taking delivery of Monday evening. I would like some advice or impressions from anybody that has done a similar upgrade.

I have noticed that the Triumph upgrade package appears to include another Master cylinder. Do people fit a larger master cylinder? I only have the calipers.

I am looking forward to taking delivery of what is a well looked after Sprint. I have a 1995 Thunderbird, and pleased I am adding the Sprint, rather than trading the T-Bird up for a newer bike.

Thank you in anticipation of your help. (I have also put this post up on the Triumph Riders site).
Geoff

GeoffE · 07-20-2003

Hi,
I have a pair of 6-pot calipers to add to a 1996 Sprint that I am taking delivery of Monday evening. I would like some advice or impressions from anybody that has done a similar upgrade.

I have noticed that the Triumph upgrade package appears to include another Master cylinder. Do people fit a larger master cylinder? I only have the calipers.

I am looking forward to taking delivery of what is a well looked after Sprint. I have a 1995 Thunderbird, and pleased I am adding the Sprint, rather than trading the T-Bird up for a newer bike.

Thank you in anticipation of your help. (I have also put this post up on the Triumph Riders site).
Geoff

GeoffE · 07-20-2003

Hi,
I have a pair of 6-pot calipers to add to a 1996 Sprint that I am taking delivery of Monday evening. I would like some advice or impressions from anybody that has done a similar upgrade.

I have noticed that the Triumph upgrade package appears to include another Master cylinder. Do people fit a larger master cylinder? I only have the calipers.

I am looking forward to taking delivery of what is a well looked after Sprint. I have a 1995 Thunderbird, and pleased I am adding the Sprint, rather than trading the T-Bird up for a newer bike.

Thank you in anticipation of your help. (I have also put this post up on the Triumph Riders site).
Geoff

Lurch · 07-21-2003

You need the master cylinder that has the 5/8 on the front (as opposed to 14), check the Sprint when it comes to see if you have one already.

Stainless steel lines will be a big help also.

Lurch

Lurch · 07-21-2003

You need the master cylinder that has the 5/8 on the front (as opposed to 14), check the Sprint when it comes to see if you have one already.

Stainless steel lines will be a big help also.

Lurch

Lurch · 07-21-2003

You need the master cylinder that has the 5/8 on the front (as opposed to 14), check the Sprint when it comes to see if you have one already.

Stainless steel lines will be a big help also.

Lurch

MickMaguire · 07-21-2003

Any 5/8" Nissin master cylinder will do, i think you will find that a Kawasaki ZX11 uses a 5/8 that will look identical to the Triumph one, and will be available at a much lower price! All you have to do is swap the top cap so you get the Triumph logo on it.

MickMaguire · 07-21-2003

Any 5/8" Nissin master cylinder will do, i think you will find that a Kawasaki ZX11 uses a 5/8 that will look identical to the Triumph one, and will be available at a much lower price! All you have to do is swap the top cap so you get the Triumph logo on it.

MickMaguire · 07-21-2003

Any 5/8" Nissin master cylinder will do, i think you will find that a Kawasaki ZX11 uses a 5/8 that will look identical to the Triumph one, and will be available at a much lower price! All you have to do is swap the top cap so you get the Triumph logo on it.

GeoffE · 07-21-2003

My thanks to you both for your good advice. Looks like I will be looking at Kwacka's (I must say I have a soft spot for them) - thanks Mike.
Lurch, apologies for asking this but I guess the size must be marked on the casing? I will have a close look, but if you can point me to the spot, that would be great.

The Sprint arrived tonight, and I had to have a short ride - big smiles!!!! :-D

I would like to ask another question, and it relates to my Thunderbird. I have a Beringer 4-pot to fit, and wondered whether the 'old' Sprint master cylinder could be used? I found this information in an old post:
T-Bird 11mm; T-Bird Sport 12.7mm; Tiger Trophy Trident Sprint (&
Sprint ST) 14mm (9/16"); Super 3 15.8 (5/8").
My question concerns the power of a 14mm bore - would this be too much for the feel with a 4-pot Beringer do you think (there are no adjusters on the existing T-Bird lever)?

Thanks for all your help and knowledge.
Geoff

[ This message was edited by: GeoffE on 2003-07-21 17:18 ]