THE ORIGINAL MODERN CAFE RACER

The name Thruxton is an internationally acclaimed motorcycle racing icon, born from incredible success at the Thruxton 500 and the Isle of Man TT, inspiring a whole generation of fanatical teenage cafe racers.

Designed and developed to evolve the legend further, the new Thruxton RS combines all the original cafe racer design DNA and pure original style while pushing forward the level of modern capability and performance.

FEATURES

KEY FEATURES

SIGNIFICANTLY UPGRADED THRUXTON RS ENGINE: Engine upgrades include lightweight low inertia crankshaft, clutch, balance shafts, rare earth alternator, magnesium cam cover, thin-walled engine covers, as well as high-compression pistons, revised ports and cam profile, and secondary air system. Together, these deliver an incredible 20% reduction of inertia and a Thruxton engine that revs harder for longer.

MORE POWER: With 104 peak horsepower @ 7,500rpm (which is 8 HP more than the previous Thruxton), the Thruxton RS delivers thrilling cafe racer performance with more power low down and across the entire rev range.

PEAK TORQUE LOWER DOWN: The peak torque (83 LB-FT @ 4,250rpm) of the Thruxton RS is now delivered 700rpm lower in the rev range, offering an exceptional thrilling ride.

LIGHTER BY 13 POUNDS: Weight savings were achieved through engine upgrades that include magnesium cam cover and thin-walled engine covers and a lighter weight battery.

HIGHER SPECIFICATION BREMBO M50 BRAKES: Enhanced stopping power with better initial bite, better feel and better fade characteristics come from a higher specification brakes setup: Brembo 4-piston M50 radial monobloc calipers, twin 320mm floating Brembo discs, and Brembo master cylinder.

FULLY ADJUSTABLE ÖHLINS SUSPENSION: The Thruxton RS enjoys a unique premium rear suspension setup, with fully adjustable Öhlins piggyback rear suspension units that contribute to that engaged and thrilling cafe racer ride.

RACE-BRED ADJUSTABLE SHOWA FORKS: Premium high-spec adjustable Showa USD big piston forks are tuned and set up to deliver sharp handling that really delivers on its cafe racer looks, and enhances Triumph’s signature ride dynamics of neutrality, agility and stability.

WHEELS & TYRES: The Thruxton RS features Metzeler Racetec RR tires which offer incredible grip, trajectory precision and high-speed stability, and are fitted to lightweight 17” aluminum 32-spoke wheel rims.

UPGRADED RIDING MODES: The Thruxton RS’s enhanced three riding modes – Road, Rain and Sport – can now be changed at the touch of a button to adjust the throttle response and traction control settings to suit riding conditions and rider preference.

BLACKED-OUT STYLING: Incredible black details and finishes include powder-coated engine covers, cam cover and sprocket cover finishes, Ohlins RSU springs, Thruxton side panel and sprocket cover with integrated heel guard, plus premium black anodized wheels and wheel rims.