There's no doubt in anyone's mind that the Triumph Thruxton->ke1867 is a true connoisseur's bike, having been inspired by the Bonneville-based café racers of the 1960s and named after the Hampshire race track where the bike maker enjoyed so much success.

In terms of design, the Thruxton is about as classically designed as the word can get. The low slung handlebars exude an old-school attitude that belies its all-world, new-school performance. The central racing stripes are also a picture of design genius, as does the classic spoked, alloy-rimmed wheels and the overall cafe racer-inspired styling of the bike.

At the heart of the Thruxton is an 865cc eight-valve DOHC parallel-twin engine that has been tuned for peak performance, delivering an impressive 68bhp, thanks in large part to a revised camshaft profile and high-compression pistons. Make no mistake, motorcycles are designed to evoke emotions, and no motorcycle creates a bigger emotion than the Triumph Thruxton.

Then there's its handling capabilities, to which the Thruxton holds a back seat to no one. 41mm forks and chromed twin shock absorbers adjustable for preload, all deliver a tailored, sporting ride to match the looks. A fully floating 320mm front disc brake equips the Thruxton with far more stopping power and assurance than the 1960s bikes it pays homage to.

All told, you won't find a more evocative, retro-styled bike than the Triumph->ke1864 Thuxton.

Find out more about the Triumph Thruxton after the jump.

2012 Triumph Thruxton

Specifications
  • Make: Array
  • Model: 2012 Triumph Thruxton
  • Engine/Motor: Air-cooled, DOHC, parallel-twin, 360º firing interval
  • Horsepower: 69PS / 68bhp / 51kW @ 7400rpm
  • Torque: 69Nm / 51ft.lbs @ 5800rpm
  • [do not use] Vehicle Model: Array

Engine and Transmission

Type

Air-cooled, DOHC, parallel-twin, 360º firing interval

Capacity

865cc

Bore/Stroke

90 x 68mm

Fuel System

Multipoint sequential electronic fuel injection with SAI

Exhaust

Stainless steel headers, twin chromed upswept silencers

Final Drive

X ring chain

Clutch

Wet, multi-plate

Gearbox

5-speed

Oil Capacity

4.5 litres (1.2 US gals)


Chassis Running Gears and Displays

Frame

Tubular steel cradle

Swingarm

Twin-sided, tubular steel

Wheels

Front

36-spoke 18 x 2.5in, aluminium rim

Rear

40-spoke 17 x 3.5in, aluminium rim

Tyres

Front

100/90 R18

Rear

130/80 R17

Suspension

Front

Kayaba 41mm forks with adjustable preload, 120mm travel

Rear

Kayaba chromed spring twin shocks with adjustable preload,

106mm rear wheel travel

Brakes

Front

Single 320mm disc, Nissin 2-piston floating caliper

Rear

Single 255mm disc, Nissin 2-piston floating caliper

Instrument Display/

Functions

Analogue speedometer and tachometer with odometer,

trip information and clock


Performance and Fuel efficiency

Maximum Power

69PS / 68bhp / 51kW @ 7400rpm

Maximum Torque

69Nm / 51ft.lbs @ 5800rpm

City

43 MPG

Highway

57 MPG


Quotes

Motorcycle-USA----“The Triumph Thruxton features low rise bars, a sporty riding position, 18 inch spoked wheels, and an updated 865cc parallel-twin engine. The rugged, pre-load adjustable 41 mm telescopic forks and twin rear shocks give it brilliant suspension and compliance with precise steering geometry. They say you can get about 43 miles per gallon in the city and around 57 on the highway, that's nothing to sneeze about these days.”