TRIUMPH TRIDENT 900 (1991 - 1998) Review

Year: 1993

Annual servicing cost: £60

The best things about this motorcycle is the effortless power which makes for easy overtaking and relatively good handling. It also has plenty of presence on the road. On the negative side it is somewhat top heavy especially with a full fuel tank (25 litres). The brakes are a little wooden and not up to modern bike standards, but work adequately in most conditions.

Buying experience: Bought from a dealer, paid £2795 for it. I think I paid to much but the heart ruled the head. Having previously a owned 1991 Trident 900 and thoroughly enjoyed it.

Year: 1993

Excellent rider friendly bike. Reliable and economical. Fast enough for public roads with a claimed 98bhp.

Buying experience: Privately bought for a reasonable price considering the cast iron service history and sensible mods (upgraded monoshock, braided hoses, mudguard extenders, hugger, fly screen and luggage rack for top box.

Year: 1995

The bike is top heavy

Year: 1994

had mine (sprint) since new. super build quality and the engine is priceless. a little top heavy which stops it getting five stars. Very reliable. At 35k replaced the ignition coils and pick up coil - as it was cutting out when hot and otherwise running poorly. other than that just the usual consumables ie pads and tyres. So far have avoided the common sprag clutch problem by keeping the battery charged and in tip top condition. wont be selling it other than as part exchange for another triumph at some point.

Buying experience: paid £7,600 but got a good trade in deal on another bike

Version: Red cherry

Year: 1998

Year: 1994

over engineered, slightly top heavy but superb engine, build quality and ride - had mine from new and always puts a smile on my face. 35k miles, no major problems. Used to ride plastic sowing machine jap bikes - not any more. selling mine ? (not a chance).

Just bought a 93 trident sprint 900 for less than a grand, 37k two owners, what a fantastic old bike, starts on the button, rides and handles great, excellent bike for winter rides, I am made up with it, I also own a Thunderbird 900 sport, witch is a retro trident, lovely bike to own, classic retro looks with modern manners, would recommend to anyone, I have had triumphs for some years now modern ones are very good, but for me they are a bit on the hard and fast side. Had a sprint st 1050 2007, great bike but more sport than tourer, Whereas the 900 is more tourer than sport, witch suits me better. The sprint 900 is a great all round bike, little on the heavy side but not as bad as a 1200 bandit, and not a problem if you are a tall or larger rider, I am 6 foot and will need to change the screen to a higher one, as i get a little head bashing at higher speed, No other complaints, triple motor is fantastic, cant stand screaming fours, fuel eon good, very cheap insurance, both my bikes get lots of attention at the local cafe, i think because they stand out now from the crowd, So peeps, don,t go and spend 10k on a shiny new bike, fill your garage up with some modern British classics , you won't regret it and you certainly will not loose money, after all all these bikes are about as cheep as they will ever get, The only way is up if you look after it.

Just bought a 93 trident sprint 900 for less than a grand, 37k two owners, what a fantastic old bike, starts on the button, rides and handles great, excellent bike for winter rides, I am made up with it, I also own a Thunderbird 900 sport, witch is a retro trident, lovely bike to own, classic retro looks with modern manners, would recommend to anyone, I have had triumphs for some years now modern ones are very good, but for me they are a bit on the hard and fast side. Had a sprint st 1050 2007, great bike but more sport than tourer, Whereas the 900 is more tourer than sport, witch suits me better. The sprint 900 is a great all round bike, little on the heavy side but not as bad as a 1200 bandit, and not a problem if you are a tall or larger rider, I am 6 foot and will need to change the screen to a higher one, as i get a little head bashing at higher speed, No other complaints, triple motor is fantastic, cant stand screaming fours, fuel eon good, very cheap insurance, both my bikes get lots of attention at the local cafe, i think because they stand out now from the crowd, So peeps, don,t go and spend 10k on a shiny new bike, fill your garage up with some modern British classics , you won't regret it and you certainly will not loose money, after all all these bikes are about as cheep as they will ever get, The only way is up if you look after it.

I brought a 1998 750 Trident with only 8500 miles on the clock after looking for a long time for this bike. First impressions this is a great bike for its age and very easy to use the 750 engine which is the short stroke version revs out better than the 900 and there is also very little difference in horsepower between the two different models although the 900 is most probally better 2 up The bike handles very well for its age and gives a big grin factor. If you get a good one hold on to it as these are only going to go up in value

Just a brilliant back to basics bike. There a very few bikes to match the Trident for reliability and ease of ownership. I'm a mechanical numpty but a Haynes manual and a sunny day is all you need for this bike. Its engine is superb, very flexible and powerful, the ride is stable although the suspension is a little wallowy (mind you my suspension is getting on a bit, may be time to upgrade), the seat is all day comfy, the pillion seat is also very spacious and comfy and the tank range excellent. It's also a bike designed for a normal sized brit so it fits a 6 footer like me a lot better than similar japanese bikes I tried. You can get one of these for £1500 and it's one the best buys you could ask for!

WOW! Where have you been all my motorcycling life? I was bored with all the 'plastic fantastics' and yearned for a proper motor bike. I had never considered Triumph before and had gone through a succession of Honda's and Suzuki's (Fireblade, SV650, DRZ400, VFR800, TDM800, TTR250, CB750, CX500, CRF250 etc. I found this Trident on ebay and could not believe the condition it was in even after 18 years it looked as though it had just come out the showroom. The bike gleams and looks fantastic! The engine has six gears (why?) five is more than enough. It is as sweet as a nut. It rides and feels like I'am on a proper bike again, and the grin factor is back. I don't speed everywhere, I ride to enjoy myself and safety is always upper most in my mind having lost several close friends to motorcycling accidents. This bike has done 24,000 and the alternator bolt had sheared when I bought it unknown to me at the time but only cost £86.00 to repair at BS Bikes in Tunstall. I am worried that the sprag clutch may go but if it does it does. The finish on these bikes is the best that I have ever seen and its so cheap to insure (£76.00 with Bennetts), I love the upright riding position it must be an age thing being 52 now I can ride upto 2 hours without a break in relative comfort on this bike. The mirror stems and the underside of the head light chrome ring are showing signs of slight surface rust on close inspection and the right hand engine cover starts to bubble due to the powder coating issue. Other than these minor points the bike is perfect. The acceleration is something else, it's a Fazer 1000 but with pedigree and breeding, just have to re-learn how to take corners all over again and one day I might be able to put this bike onto its centre stand...lol this is a man's bike alright. It turns heads everywhere I go in its British Racing Green and Cream livery and everyone comments about its good looks. A great bike for very little money...highly recommend you look one up if you are yearning for something different.

Had my 750 Trident (98) model for 3 months, bought with FSH and well looked after, it has served me well so far (every day use) niggles are, normal pipe removel is a must!!! Shh!. it's a bit bouncy on the road, but that's it really. 200mpg and easy 2 throw around - for a heavy bike, 1st Triumph, so happy so far, last of the Brit Bikes.

bought it new in 1993,31000 miles of which 90% have been long hauls around europe,two chains and sprockets and on my 5th pair of tyres present make battle axe 020's seem to suit bike and me ok, no problems execept the sprag clutch goingat 23000 miles,very torquey pulls like a train fully loaded up mountian passes, and is quite happy to cruise at 85-90 allday

Bought my Trident new in August 1995.Still have it to this day with now over 45000 miles under its wheels.Beautiful strong,smoothe and torquey motor which is more than capable of hauling 2 people plus luggage over long distances.Have done over 500 miles in one day through France with minimal discomfort for myself or my wife. Handling is a bit top heavy, especially when fully loaded (Givi panniers and top box plus tank bag) for 2 up touring,but even so can still be hustled through corners quite nicely. I've had no reliability problems at all so far,just normal service replacements. Fully loaded at 80-85mph on French autoroutes I can usually get 155 to 175 miles before the fuel warning light comes on, so fuel range is pretty good. It is run on 10/50 or 15/50 fully synthetic oil which is changed every year. Tyres at the moment are Avon Storms which seem to suit it well and gave 7000 miles at the rear and over 8000 at the front (and still counting). Goodridge hoses and EBC HH pads give pretty good braking. Hagon shock and front springs help the handling and a Gpz style handlebar fairing helps keep the wind off. Overall a very strong reliable bike which will go to the shops or the depths of France with minimal fuss or effort. And all with a beautiful 3 cylinder soundtrack. Don't think I'll ever sell it. Couldn't get anything as good for the money so why bother?