Triumph Thruxton 1200R: history, specs, pictures

Triumph Thruxton 1200R
Manufacturer	Triumph
Production	2016 - 2017
Engine	Four stroke, 270° crank angle parallel-Twin, SOHC. 4 valve per cylinder.
Bore / Stroke	96.5mm x 96.5mm
Compression ratio	11.0:1
Horsepower	96.02 HP (71.6 KW) @ 6750RPM
Torque	83.35 ft/lbs (113.0 Nm) @ 4950RPM
Fuel System	Electronic fuel injection
Ignition	Digital electronic
Transmission	Gear box: 6-Speed Final Drive: Chain Clutch: Wet multi plate
Frame	Tubular steel cradle, Twin-sided, aluminum swingarm – Clear anodized
Suspension	Front: Showa 43mm USD big piston forks, fully adjustable Rear: Fully adjustable Öhlins twin shocks with piggy back reservoir
Brakes	Front: 2 x 310mm Floating discs, Brembo 4-piston radial monobloc calipers, ABS Rear: Single 220 mm disc, 2-piston axial floating caliper, ABS
Front Tire	120/70 ZR17 – Pirelli Diablo Rosso Corsa
Rear Tire	160/60 ZR17 – Pirelli Diablo Rosso Corsa
Wheelbase	1415 mm / 55.7 in
Seat Height	810 mm / 31.9 in
Weight	203.2 kg / 448 lbs (dry), 214.0 kg (wet)
Fuel Capacity	12.5 Liters / 3.8 US Gal / 2.7 Imp gal
Manuals	Service Manual

The Triumph THRUXTON 1200R was a Four stroke, parallel twin, SOHC, liquid cooled Adventure motorcycle produced by Triumph in 2016. Max torque was 83.35 ft/lbs (113.0 Nm) @ 4950 RPM. Claimed horsepower was 96.02 HP (71.6 KW) @ 6750 RPM.

Engine

The engine was a Liquid cooled cooled Four stroke, 270° crank angle parallel-Twin, SOHC. 4 valve per cylinder.. The engine featured a 11.0:1 compression ratio.

Drive

Power was moderated via the Wet, multi-plate assist clutch.

Chassis

It came with a 120/70 ZR17 – Pirelli Diablo Rosso Corsa front tire and a 160/60 ZR17 – Pirelli Diablo Rosso Corsa rear tire. Stopping was achieved via 2 x 310mm Floating discs, Brembo 4-piston radial monobloc calipers, ABS in the front and a Single 220 mm disc, 2-piston axial floating caliper, ABS in the rear. The front suspension was a Showa 43mm USD big piston forks, fully adjustable while the rear was equipped with a Fully adjustable Öhlins twin shocks with piggy back reservoir. The Thruxton 1200R was fitted with a 12.5 Liters / 3.8 US Gal / 2.7 Imp gal fuel tank. The bike weighed just 203.2 kg / 448 lbs. The wheelbase was 1415 mm / 55.7 in long.

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2016 Triumph THRUXTON 1200R

The all new Thruxton and Thruxton R, comes equipped with a new chassis and suspension. The more contemporary Thruxton R is simply the most thrilling and full blooded sports classic you can buy.

Overview

The legend is back.

The more contemporary Thruxton R is simply the most thrilling and full-blooded sports classic you can buy. Building on the capability of the Thruxton, the Thruxton R is equipped to a higher specification with Brembo monobloc calipers, Showa big piston forks, Öhlins rear suspension and Pirelli Diablo Rosso Corsa Tyres. The legend is back.

The all-new Thruxton and Thruxton R more than just look the part, they really deliver out on the road too. •Introducing the all-new 1200cc Thruxton and Thruxton R, both with beautifully imposing and authentic Triumph modern classic sports styling and all the poise, performance, braking and handling to live up to their legendary name. •Powered by the game-changing 1200cc ‘high power’ Thruxton spec. engine, with immediate and exciting power delivery, the instant throttle response of Triumph’s next generation ride-by-wire system and a truly thrilling exhaust note. •With a dedicated chassis and fully uprated suspension for stunning handling and agility, and on the Thruxton R, a higher specification of equipment taking the ride to the next level. •Both a striking and imposing evolution of the iconic Thruxton racer with the same ‘flat-on-the-tank’ ethos and streamlined sports silhouette. Crafted with styling cues from classic Thurxton’s of the late ’60s and featuring an incredible level of detailing, including a uniquely beautiful new Monza-style filler cap. •Named after the legendary 500 mile Thruxton endurance race series and the Triumphs that dominated it, and which broke the first 100mph lap at the Isle of man TT, the Bonneville ‘Thruxton’ racers inspired a generation of teenage café racers and custom special builders. •The Thruxton and Thruxton R are two of the five exciting motorcycles in the new Bonneville family - all with 100% authentic Bonneville character, truly modern capability and performance.

The Thruxton comes in three exciting color choices: •Jet Black •Pure White, with a black tank stripe •Competition Green, with a stunning metallic gold tank stripe

Out of all the members of the new Bonneville family, the new Triumph Thruxton and Thruxton R have the most to live up to. Their name is about as legendary as it gets, even for an icon like the Bonneville. Back in the 1960s and ’70s it was synonymous with Triumph’s racing success across the world and most notably at the Isle of Man TT, and it inspired a generation of teenage café racers and custom specials.

The all-new Thruxton and Thruxton R more than just look the part, they really deliver out on the road too. The breath-taking new Thruxton returns the café racer to its heritage performance roots, with all the power, delivered by its 1200cc ‘Thruxton spec’ engine, and the handling, agility and capability to match its beautifully imposing and authentic styling.

The more contemporary Thruxton R is simply the most thrilling and full-blooded sports classic you can buy. Building on the capability of the Thruxton, the Thruxton R is equipped to a higher specification with Brembo monobloc calipers, Showa big piston forks, Öhlins rear suspension and Pirelli Diablo Rosso Corsa Tyres. The legend is back.

Together, their uncompromisingly elegant and imposing lines are perfectly matched by the quality of their design, detailing, power and performance, and the incorporation of contemporary technology into a ride that’s as poised as it is exhilarating.

This combination of head-turning style, spine-tingling performance and unparalleled heritage and character is what makes the new Thurxton’s the real deal and the ultimate modern classic café racers.

New ‘Thruxton’ spec. 1200cc engine The legendary character of the Thruxton comes to life through the 1200cc ‘high power’ 8 valve, parallel twin Bonneville engine.

This all-new ‘low inertia - high performance’ six-speed engine features a lighter crank, higher compression and unique airbox. With the pinpoint accuracy and instant throttle response of Triumph’s next generation ride-by-wire fuel-injection, fed by authentically styled twin throttle bodies, the Thruxton spec engine delivers a massive peak torque figure of 112Nm at 4950rpm - an amazing 62% more than the previous generation.

Beautifully styled, with a very high level of finish and detailing, the new engine, exhaust and throttle bodies incorporate cues from the original racing Thruxtons, whilst carefully integrating contemporary components to maintain that authentic look. Behind the new 1200 engines stylish exterior sits a cutting-edge liquid cooling system, carefully integrated to minimise its visual impact whilst achieving cleaner emissions and enhancing fuel efficiency.

The unmistakable sound of a British twin

A pair of new twin upswept exhausts with reverse-megaphone end cans that deliver a thunderous, rich bass exhaust note to match their powerful presence and performance. Finished in chrome on the Thruxton and brushed stainless steel on the Thruxton R.

Dynamic Handling The new Thruxton chassis and suspension is all about sharp handling that really delivers on its café racer looks. With sporting ergonomics, clip-on bars, fully adjustable suspension and 17inch front wheel, for stunning handling and agility, combined with Triumph’s signature ride dynamic of neutrality, agility and stability, the new Thruxton delivers a truly engaged and thrilling ride.

To deliver the high performance handling dynamic of its sports-orientated focus, the new Thruxton R benefits from cutting-edge chassis components and settings.

Including: - Twin floating Brembo discs - Racing Brembo monobloc callipers - Brembo master cylinder - Race bred, fully-adjustable Showa big piston forks - Fully adjustable Öhlins twin rear shocks - Pirelli Diablo Rosso Corsa tire

THRUXTON - THE CAFE RACER REBORN The Bonneville Thruxton returns the legendary café racer to its performance roots, from the power, delivered by its 1200cc ‘Thruxton spec’ engine, to the handling, agility and capability to match its beautifully imposing and authentic Thruxton styling.

THE LEGEND IS BACK Real poise, Real power, Real performance. The new 1200cc Bonneville Thruxton and Thruxton R are the real deal, the ultimate modern classic cafe racers. Both with the beautifully imposing and authentic styling, the poise, the power, braking, performance and the handling to live up to their legendary name.

THRUXTON R - THE CAFÉ RACER REBORN The ultimate factory cafe racer, arguably the most thrilling and full-blooded sports classic you can buy. Building on the capability of the Thruxton, the 'R' is equipped to the highest specification with twin floating Brembo disks, Brembo monobloc callipers, Showa Big piston forks, Öhlins rear suspension and Pirelli Diablo Rosso Corsa Tyres.

THRILLING NEW 1200cc ENGINE The legendary character of the Thruxton comes to life through the all new 1200cc ‘high power’ 8 valve, parallel twin engine.

The all-new ‘low inertia - high performance’ six-speed engine features a lighter crank and airbox unique to the Thruxton and Thruxton R. With the pin-point accuracy and instant throttle response of Triumph’s next generation ride-by-wire fuel-injection, fed by authentic twin throttle bodies, the Thruxton spec engine delivers a massive peak torque figure of 120Nm at a low 4950 rpm - an amazing 62% more than the previous generation Thruxton.

BEAUTIFUL STYLE AND SOUND Beautifully styled with a very high level of finish and detailing the new Thruxton 1200cc high power engine incorporates visual cues from the Thruxton Bonneville whilst integrating contemporary engine components to maintain that authentic look.

With all new upswept reverse megaphone exhausts designed to deliver the thrilling sound of a British racing twin, with a rich and raw note that matches its legendary name.

SIGNIFICANTLY ENHANCED FUEL ECONOMY Behind the new 1200cc Thruxton spec engines exterior is an advanced liquid cooling system sensitively designed to minimise its visual impact whilst achieving significantly enhance fuel efficiency and cleaner emissions.

BEAUTIFULLY AGGRESSIVE STYLING With all of the brooding presence and poise of the original Triumph racers the all new Thruxton and Thruxton R take the modern classic sports bike to a new level. Combining beautifully sharp and imposing styling with a wealth of high quality details, including a slim sculpted petrol tank and a unique flip-up ‘Monza’ cap, the Thruxton and Thruxton R set the new benchmark.

BEAUTIFUL DETAILING Both feature a unique fuel tank incorporating a ‘Monza’ cap (a first on any modern production bike), bullet seat and lightweight aluminum bar end mirrors, wheel rims and swinging arm. The Thruxton R features an additional painted seat cowl, polished top yoke, tank strap and clear anodized aluminum swinging arm. There are three Thruxton color choices, Jet Black, Pure White or Competition Green, and two for the Thruxton R in Diablo Red or Silver Frost.

MODERN CAPABILITY

ABS -The contemporary safety standard, Triumph's variable anti-lock braking system brings a new level of control to the Thruxton and Thruxton R.

RIDE-BY-WIRE - The Thruxtons' electronic ride-by-wire system enhances throttle control, responsiveness, safety and feel.

RIDER MODES - Linked to the ride-by-wire system the three selectable Rider Mode options 'road, rain and sport' provide the rider with greater control and safety and with the 'sport' mode an even more immediate responsiveness.

TRACTION CONTROL - Taking advantage of the sophisticated ride-by-wire system the Thruxton and Thruxton R incorporates a switchable traction control system that optimises the delivery of its outstanding torque.

SLIP ASSIST CLUTCH - Bringing a light touch and feel to the clutch control of the Thruxton and Thruxton R, the new slip assist clutch system makes it easy to ride, and ride longer.

FINGER TIP CONTROLS - The new Thruxton and Thruxton R switchgear presents a simple fingertip control scroll button for easy access to the key features on the new digital clocks.

TWIN FEATURE CLOCKS - Stylish feature-packed twin clock (speedo and rev counter) with beautiful 3D dial faces cleverly incorporating a digital menu system accessed by a handlebar mounted scroll button. Key features include: Rider mode setting, gear position indicator, odometer, two trip settings, service indicator, range to empty, fuel level, average and current MPG, clock, access to turn off traction control and ABS features.

DRL HEADLIGHTS - A new contemporary standard, the Thruxton and Thruxton R headlights incorporate the latest in daytime running lights (DRL) delivering a distinctive signature light pattern and enhanced power efficiency for long term durability.

LED REAR LIGHTS - New LED real lights, incorporated into the classically inspired and stylish tail set-up, bring a distinctive rear light pattern and power efficiency.

ENGINE IMMOBILISER - A security device that integrates a transponder into the new Thruxton key, linked to a receiver in the ignition system, that prevents the engine from running if the correct key isn't used.

USB CHARGING SOCKET - An under-seat USB socket is provided so you can charge up your essential devices.

DYNAMIC HANDLING  - The new Thruxton chassis and suspension is all about sharp handling that really delivers on its café racing looks. With sporting ergonomics, clip on bars, uprated fully adjustable suspension and a 17inch front wheel, for stunning handling and agility, combines Triumph’s signature ride dynamic of neutrality, agility and stability the new Thruxton delivers an engaged and thrilling ride.

HIGHER SPEC THRUXTON R - The Thruxton R takes the riding capability to the next level with a more focused rider position, kicked up back end, smaller diameter grips and a very high specification of equipment all round. Including twin floating Brembo discs with Brembo monobloc calipers and master cylinder, Showa big piston forks, Öhlins rear suspension and Pirelli Diablo Rosso Corsa tires.

OVER 160 STYLISH ACCESSORIES  - With the launch of our new Bonneville accessories range, with over 160 new stylish and high quality parts for the new Thruxton and Thruxton R alone, it’s never been easier to create your own special. This includes a sculpted Thruxton cockpit fairing, new exhausts from Vance & Hines and a garage full of custom inspired parts, including a Thruxton tail tidy and beautiful compact bullet indicators.

THRUXTON 'INSPIRATION' KITS - We’ve created two exciting ‘inspiration' kits to use as the starting point for designing your own special or to have fitted by your dealer as a complete set – including a full-on Track Racer kit and the ultimate Cafe Racer kit.

THE TRACK RACER 'INSPIRATION' KIT  - The Track Racer kit brings the final touches to the ultimate Thruxton. Featuring a host of competition-inspired accessories including a sculpted cockpit fairing with lower clip on handlebars, single painted seat cowl (which comes as standard on the Thruxton R), rear mudguard removal kit with compact light, Vance & Hines slip-on silencers, knurled handlebar grips and an authentic leather tank strap. Please note that availability of the Vance & Hines silencers, rear mudguard removal kits and indicators are governed by local market legislation - please check with your Triumph dealer for availability.

THE CAFE 'INSPIRATION' KIT - The Café inspiration kit brings the finishing touches to achieve the full-on café racer style. Featuring a sharp tail courtesy of the rear mudguard removal kit, lower clip on handlebars, aggressive Vance & Hines exhausts, a tinted fly screen, a single painted seat cowl (which comes as standard on the Thruxton R), signature Triumph knee pads, knurled handlebar grips and an authentic leather tank strap.

Please note that availability of the Vance & Hines silencers, rear mudguard removal kits and indicators are governed by local market legislation - please check with your Triumph dealer for availability.

Make Model	Triumph Thruxton 1200R
Year	2016 - 17
Engine Type	Four stroke, 270° crank angle parallel-Twin, SOHC. 4 valve per cylinder.
Displacement	1200 cc / 73.2 cu-in
Bore X Stroke	97.6 x 80 mm
Cooling System	Liquid cooled
Compression	11.0:1
Emissions	EURO 4 Compliant, CO2 – 106.0 g/km
Exhaust	Brushed stainless steel 2 into 2 exhaust system with twin silencers
Induction	Multipoint sequential electronic fuel injection
Ignition	Digital electronic
Starting	Electric
Max Power	71.5 kW / 96 hp @ 6750 rpm
Max Torque	111.9 Nm / 11.4 kgf-m / 82.6 lb-ft. @ 4950 rpm
Clutch	Wet, multi-plate assist clutch
Transmission	6 Speed
Final Drive	Chain, X-ring
Frame	Tubular steel cradle, Twin-sided, aluminum swingarm – Clear anodized
Front Suspension	Showa 43mm USD big piston forks, fully adjustable
Front Wheel Travel	120 mm / 4.7 in
Rear Suspension	Fully adjustable Öhlins twin shocks with piggy back reservoir
Rear Wheel Travel	120 mm / 4.7 in
Front Brakes	2 x 310mm Floating discs, Brembo 4-piston radial monobloc calipers, ABS
Rear Brakes	Single 220 mm disc, 2-piston axial floating caliper, ABS
Front Wheel	32-spoke 17 x 3.5in
Rear Wheel	32-spoke 17 x 5in
Front Tire	120/70 ZR17 – Pirelli Diablo Rosso Corsa
Rear Tire	160/60 ZR17 – Pirelli Diablo Rosso Corsa
Rake	22.8º
Trail	90.8 mm / 3.57 in
Dimensions	Length 2105 mm / 82.9 in Width 745 mm / 29.3 in Height 1030 mm / 40.6 in without mirrors
Wheelbase	1415 mm / 55.7 in
Seat Height	810 mm / 31.9 in
Dry Weight	203.2 kg / 448 lbs
Fuel Capacity	12.5 Liters / 3.8 US Gal / 2.7 Imp gal