Triumphrat

Stlakid · 10-19-2004

The Triumph owners manual states (for my '02 RS);

"Triumph high performance fuel injected engines are designed to use SEMI OR full synthetic 15W/40 motorcycle engine oil which meets specification API SG or API SH and JASO MA".

Any good semi or full synthetic which is NOT a FUEL SAVING blend is going to be fine. 10W/40 is also fine and usually easier to find. I use the full synthetic Shell from Wal-Mart which is 15W/40 (about $13.00 a gallon) and I use the Purolator filters from Pep Boys (PL-14610)at around $6.00. Not trying to start an oil thread, just trying to save you about $45.00 on an oil change! I would use your money right now to get the things in order like tire condition, oil and filters, chain condition, brake pads and if the bike is in need of any services ( 6k/12k and such) and if the recalls needed have been done before setting up the accessories you might want. The 12k service is a pricey one if you must have the dealer perform it for you. I've seen prices of from $400 all the way to $1200 for it! My dealer quoted me $650.00 just last week.
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I will not pay someone 5-6 hours labor to adjust my valves! I am more than able to do them myself, and I bet I'm done in less than 6 hours too! Just make sure your new ride is up to par before adding your accessories, you may need the money.

[ This message was edited by: Stlakid on 2004-10-19 03:07 ]

Stlakid · 10-19-2004

The Triumph owners manual states (for my '02 RS);

"Triumph high performance fuel injected engines are designed to use SEMI OR full synthetic 15W/40 motorcycle engine oil which meets specification API SG or API SH and JASO MA".

Any good semi or full synthetic which is NOT a FUEL SAVING blend is going to be fine. 10W/40 is also fine and usually easier to find. I use the full synthetic Shell from Wal-Mart which is 15W/40 (about $13.00 a gallon) and I use the Purolator filters from Pep Boys (PL-14610)at around $6.00. Not trying to start an oil thread, just trying to save you about $45.00 on an oil change! I would use your money right now to get the things in order like tire condition, oil and filters, chain condition, brake pads and if the bike is in need of any services ( 6k/12k and such) and if the recalls needed have been done before setting up the accessories you might want. The 12k service is a pricey one if you must have the dealer perform it for you. I've seen prices of from $400 all the way to $1200 for it! My dealer quoted me $650.00 just last week.
:???: :evil: :razz:
I will not pay someone 5-6 hours labor to adjust my valves! I am more than able to do them myself, and I bet I'm done in less than 6 hours too! Just make sure your new ride is up to par before adding your accessories, you may need the money.

[ This message was edited by: Stlakid on 2004-10-19 03:07 ]

thfwsf · 10-19-2004

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My dealer quoted me $650.00 just last week.

Yep, I can vouch for this. I just had my 12k service done late last month. Bill was $633. However, I changed my own oil. But, it also included the install of a new front tire and the labor and parts for new rear brake pads. ($45 for new rear pads!! :???: )

However, since my trumpet still has over a year warranty left on it, I'll use a dealer for the 12k service intervals until my warranty runs out.

Enjoy your new Sprint. I'm finding them to be great scoots!!! :-D Now if I could only keep off throttle hand under control....

Tom

thfwsf · 10-19-2004

Quote:

My dealer quoted me $650.00 just last week.

Yep, I can vouch for this. I just had my 12k service done late last month. Bill was $633. However, I changed my own oil. But, it also included the install of a new front tire and the labor and parts for new rear brake pads. ($45 for new rear pads!! :???: )

However, since my trumpet still has over a year warranty left on it, I'll use a dealer for the 12k service intervals until my warranty runs out.

Enjoy your new Sprint. I'm finding them to be great scoots!!! :-D Now if I could only keep off throttle hand under control....

Tom

seat_boy · 10-19-2004

Hey guys,

Thanks for all the replies. I'm at 10,000 miles and change now, so the big service is coming up. I'll try to do it myself, except perhaps for the valve adjust. And I'll likely follow the econo-oil route, as well (shhh!).

There's a growing to-do list on this bike (brake pads, rear tire, check chain, oil and fluids, etc), but that'll make for a nice weekend when it's rainy.

This is my second Sprint, my first was a '96 some years ago. Immediately before this, I had a '98 VFR. I like the sound and the torque of the Sprint RS more (although the VFR also sounds great), and it's not plastic wrapped! I really like that.

Eric

seat_boy · 10-19-2004

Hey guys,

Thanks for all the replies. I'm at 10,000 miles and change now, so the big service is coming up. I'll try to do it myself, except perhaps for the valve adjust. And I'll likely follow the econo-oil route, as well (shhh!).

There's a growing to-do list on this bike (brake pads, rear tire, check chain, oil and fluids, etc), but that'll make for a nice weekend when it's rainy.

This is my second Sprint, my first was a '96 some years ago. Immediately before this, I had a '98 VFR. I like the sound and the torque of the Sprint RS more (although the VFR also sounds great), and it's not plastic wrapped! I really like that.

Eric

Milo · 10-19-2004

If you're at all mechanically inclined the valves are pretty straightforward, I did mine in an afternoon. It does help to have a second set of hands to hold stuff out of the way at times. I ad one valve that was borderline tight, the rest were spot on.

You can buy/make the Triumph tool (I made one) but I think it's just as easy to pop the cam caps off and remove the shims that way.

Buy the manual and dive in, it's fun.

Matt

Milo · 10-19-2004

If you're at all mechanically inclined the valves are pretty straightforward, I did mine in an afternoon. It does help to have a second set of hands to hold stuff out of the way at times. I ad one valve that was borderline tight, the rest were spot on.

You can buy/make the Triumph tool (I made one) but I think it's just as easy to pop the cam caps off and remove the shims that way.

Buy the manual and dive in, it's fun.

Matt

10-19-2004

Milo's right about the valve adjustment -- it's pretty simple and straight forward. Actually, there's nothing on these bikes that anyone with decent mechanical ability and patience can't handle. Definitely get the Triumph manual as well, even though it is a bit pricey.

By the way Milo -- I noticed your Neil Peart quote on your posts! "Ghost Rider" is a great read! I was pleasently surprised when Peart mentioned the Salish Lodge in Snoqualmie in the book -- I used to live about 1/2 mile down the street from there back in '96. I miss the Northwest everyday......

10-19-2004

Milo's right about the valve adjustment -- it's pretty simple and straight forward. Actually, there's nothing on these bikes that anyone with decent mechanical ability and patience can't handle. Definitely get the Triumph manual as well, even though it is a bit pricey.

By the way Milo -- I noticed your Neil Peart quote on your posts! "Ghost Rider" is a great read! I was pleasently surprised when Peart mentioned the Salish Lodge in Snoqualmie in the book -- I used to live about 1/2 mile down the street from there back in '96. I miss the Northwest everyday......