How much does a thruxton cost?
2020 Triumph Thruxton 1200/R/RS Specifications
| Price | $13,000 / $15,400 / $16,200 |
|---|---|
| Torque | 82.6 lb.-ft. @ 4,950 rpm / 82.6@4250 rpm |
| Transmission | 6-speed |
| Final Drive | Chain |
| Seat Height | 31.9 in. |
Where did the name Thruxton come from?
History & design The bike is named after Thruxton Circuit, a race track in Hampshire where in 1969 Triumph won the top three places in the Thruxton 500 mile endurance race. These races helped establish the “café racer” era, when standard production motorcycles were modified to improve street and racing performance.
How much is a Triumph Thruxton TFC?
From $21,500
2020 Triumph Thruxton TFC/MSRP
What is a TFC motorcycle?
A TFC motorcycle is a uniquely crafted work of top quality engineering with a one-off custom design. Limited to just 750 of each model, each is numbered, exclusive, and never to be repeated, making them ultra-premium limited edition Triumph motorcycles.
Is Triumph Thruxton fast?
However, the Triumph also has enough top-end power to be thrillingly fast. It accelerates hard, cruises effortlessly and long-leggedly at the legal limit, and goes on to a top speed of about 130mph. The Thruxton R’s chassis performance is in a different league to that of the Bonneville.
How good is the Triumph Thruxton?
It was a fine-handling, fast, easy to ride and above all fun motorcycle in its own right and even had a devilish appetite for skids and wheelies when you turned the electronics off. The Thruxton R won MCN’s Best Retro award in 2016 and has been top dog ever since.
Are any Triumph Motorcycles Made in UK?
Triumph has six-world class factories around the world. Two of these factories are based in Hinckley in the UK, just a stone’s throw from the Mallory Park race track. There are also three factories in Chonburi, Thailand, and one in Manaus, Brazil.
Is the new Triumph Thruxton 1200 Your Black?
In February 2019 the firm announced a Triumph Thruxton 1200 R Black to accompany the standard model. As you’d expect, this version got a load of black styling. If you’re interested in its heritage, you can find out what happened when MCN put the current Triumph Thruxton R up against the original model.
Is the Thruxton your the same as the Triple?
The Thruxton models have the same geometry and wheelbase as the Speed Triple, which shows you how dedicated Triumph has been to ensuring they handle properly. These are no style queens, it’s all go as well as show. The R version adds Ohlins shocks and Showa BPF to the party with Brembo brakes for even more sporting prowess.
What kind of engine does a Thruxton are have?
The more upmarket Thruxton R, in particular, is a stylish and cleverly engineered machine that combines a torquey 1200cc parallel-twin engine with a traditional, yet high-quality, chassis to deliver fine performance and an addictive riding experience.
What kind of suspension does a Thruxton have?
The standard Thruxton follows the Bonneville in using Kayaba suspension, while the Thruxton R has more upmarket components: Showa Big Piston Forks and Öhlins remote-reservoir rear shocks, plus Brembo’s four-piston Monobloc front brake callipers instead of twin-piston Nissins.