2011 Triumph Thruxton

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2011 Triumph Thruxton

2011 Triumph Thruxton

2011 Triumph Thruxton

2011 Triumph Thruxton

2011 Triumph Thruxton

2011 Triumph Thruxton

– 2011 Triumph Thruxton

2011 Triumph Thruxton

Named after the famous racetrack where Triumph ruled the roost. Inspired by the Ton Up Boys of the 1960’s.

The Thruxton is Triumph’s sportiest Modern Classic, and authentic café racer delivering a unique Triumph experience.

Low rise bars, a sporting riding position, 18” spoked wheels, megaphone style exhuast and a race inspired stripe from tank to tail evoke memories of the Ace Café, racing in the streets, but underneath the engineering is pure 21st century, with a clean-running fuel injected 865cc parallel twin engine tuned for more performance and modern day reliability. The chassis too brings modern handling and braking thanks to adjustable 41mm forks and a 320mm floating front disc brake gripped by a twin piston caliper.

It’s a motorcycle to stir the hearts of those who remember it first time around and for young riders looking for that authentic retro experience that only Triumph can deliver.

 

Triumph Thruxton

Inspired by the Bonneville-based cafe racers of the 1960s and named after the Hampshire race track
where Triumph enjoyed so much success, the Thruxton is Triumph’s sportiest classic and a machine
for the real connoisseur.

With its low slung handlebars, alloy rimmed wire wheels and central racing stripe, the Thruxton
looks ready to roll onto the grid at a classic motorcycle race. Thumb the starter and enjoy the satisfying growl that only a British parallel-twin can provide. Make no mistake, motorcycles are designed to evoke emotions. And no motorcycle creates a bigger emotion than the Triumph Thruxton.

The Bonnevillefs 865cc eight-valve DOHC parallel-twin has been tuned for performance in the
Thruxton and delivers 69PS thanks to its revised camshaft profile and high-compression pistons.

Handling is composed and precise too, with 41mm forks and chromed twin shock absorbers adjustable for preload and delivering a tailored sporting ride to match the looks. A fully floating 320mm front disc brake equips the Thruxton with far more power and assurance than the 1960s bikes it pays homage to.

As one would expect from the flagship to Triumph’s classic line, the Thruxton is dripping with neat
touches and quality components. Neat bar end mirrors complement the minimalist lines, while
lightweight alloy rims, bar mounted instruments, sporty graphics and racy megaphone silencers ensure
the Thruxton remains faithful to the cafe racers of the period.

A range of genuine Triumph accessories are available for the Thruxton to further increase its sporting
prowess. These include an aerodynamic bikini fairing and, for those wishing to take to the race track,
a beautifully crafted race exhaust from Arrow Special Parts which increases performance and the aural
tone from the parallel-twin engine.

Two premium colour options are available for the Thruxton: Diablo Red with a white race stripe or
Phantom Black with a classic gold stripe.

 

2011 Triumph Thruxton Highlights

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

Front Brakes: Single 320mm floating disc, Nissin 2-piston floating caliper

Exhaust: Stainless steel headers, twin chromed upswept silencers

– Authentic cafe racer styling

– Tuned 865cc parallel-twin developing 69PS

– Classic spoked wheels with light alloy rims

– Powerful 320mm fully-floating front disc brake

– Two-year unlimited mileage warranty as standard

 

2011 Triumph Thruxton Features and Benefits

Engine

The Thruxton’s 865cc, air-cooled, twin cylinder power plant, the most powerful of Triumph’s twin cylinder line-up, has a peak power output of 70PS (69bhp) delivered at 7400rpm and peak torque of 70Nm (52ft.lbf) arrives at 5800rpm. The engine shares the same 360° firing interval as the Bonneville, as well as featuring ‘hot’ camshaft profiles and a compression ratio of 9.9:1.

Fuelling

The Thruxton features a fuel injection system designed for clean running and to meet Euro 3 legislation. The retro styling remains uncompromised though, as fuel injectors are cleverly concealed by throttle bodies designed to look like traditional carbs.

Handlebars

The Thruxton’s handlebars are one-piece tubular chromed steel bars and are set to give a sporty riding position. The stylish bar-end mirrors, engineered specifically for the Thruxton, come as standard.

Chassis

Wrapping the motor is a precisely crafted chassis that inspires confidence; its harder edge delivering real sporting character. The sturdy, preload adjustable 41mm telescopic forks and twin rear shocks give superb suspension action and compliance while sharper steering geometry, a wheelbase of 1490mm and 18 inch aluminium-rimmed front wheel all aid steering input.

Brakes

A fully floating 320mm front disc and twin-piston brake caliper provide powerful, but sensitive, braking performance.

 

 

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2011 Triumph Thruxton – USA Specifications
American MSRP: $TBD USD

Engine
Type
Air-cooled, DOHC, parallel-twin, 360 degree firing interval
Capacity
865cc
Bore/Stroke
90 x 68mm
Compression Ratio
9.9:1
Fuel System
Multipoint sequential electronic fuel injection with SAI

Transmission
Final Drive
X ring chain
Clutch
Wet, multi-plate
Gearbox
5-speed

Cycle Parts
Frame
Tubular steel cradle
Swingarm
Twin-sided, tubular steel
Front Wheel
36-spoke, 18 x 2.5in, aluminum rim
Rear Wheel
40-spoke, 17 x 3.5in, aluminum rim
Front Tyre
100/90 18
Rear Tyre
130/80 R17
Front Suspension
Kayaba 41mm forks with adjustable preload, 120mm travel
Rear Suspension
Kayaba chromed spring twin shocks with adjustable preload, 106mm rear wheel travel
Front Brakes
Single 320mm floating disc, Nissin 2 piston floating caliper
Rear Brakes
Single 255mm disc, Nissin 2 piston floating caliper

Dimensions
Length
84.6in
Width (Handlebars)
32.7in
Height
43.1in
Seat Height
32.3in
Wheelbase
56.7in
Rake/Trail
27 degree/97mm
Wet Weight
506lbs
Fuel Tank Capacity
4.2 US gal
Performance (Measured at crankshaft to DIN 70020)
Maximum Power
68bhp @ 7,400 rpm
Maximum Torque
51ft.lbs @ 5,800rpm

Colours

Tornado Red/White Stripe, Jet Black/Gold Stripe

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2011 Triumph Thruxton – Canada Specifications
Canadian MSRP: $10,199 CDN

Engine
Type
Air-cooled, DOHC, parallel-twin, 360 degree firing interval
Capacity
865cc
Bore/Stroke
90 x 68mm
Compression Ratio
9.9:1
Fuel System
Multipoint sequential electronic fuel injection with SAI

Transmission
Final Drive
X ring chain
Clutch
Wet, multi-plate
Gearbox
5-speed

Cycle Parts
Frame
Tubular steel cradle
Swingarm
Twin-sided, tubular steel
Front Wheel
36-spoke, 18 x 2.5in, aluminium rim
Rear Wheel
40-spoke, 17 x 3.5in, aluminium rim
Front Tyre
100/90 18
Rear Tyre
130/80 R17
Front Suspension
Kayaba 41mm forks with adjustable preload, 120mm travel
Rear Suspension
Kayaba chromed spring twin shocks with adjustable preload, 106mm rear wheel travel
Front Brakes
Single 320mm floating disc, Nissin 2 piston floating caliper
Rear Brakes
Single 255mm disc, Nissin 2 piston floating caliper

Dimensions
Length
2150mm (84.6in)
Width (Handlebars)
830mm (32.7in)
Height
1095mm (43.1in)
Seat Height
820mm (32.3in)
Wheelbase
1,490mm (56.7in)
Rake/Trail
27 degree/97mm
Wet weight
230kg (506lbs)
Fuel Tank Capacity
16 litres (4.2 US gal)

 

Performance (Measured at crankshaft to DIN 70020)
Maximum Power
69PS / 68bhp / 51kW @ 7400 rpm
Maximum Torque
69Nm / 51ft.lbs @ 5800rpm

 

Colours

Diablo Red/White Stripe, Phantom Black/Gold Stripe

 

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2011 Triumph Thruxton – UK Specifications
United Kingdom MSRP £TBA OTR

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 Gear and Displays
Frame Tubular steel cradle
Swingarm Twin-sided, tubular steel
Wheel Front 36-spoke 18 x 2.5in, aluminium rim
Rear 40-spoke 17 x 3.5in, aluminium rim
Tyre Front 100/90 18
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 floating disc, Nissin 2-piston floating caliper
Rear Single 255mm disc, Nissin 2-piston floating caliper
Instrument Display/Functions Analogue speedometer and tachometer with odometer and trip information

Dimensions and Capacities
Length 2150mm (84.6in)
Width (handlebars) 830mm (32.7in)
Height without mirrors 1095mm (43.1in)
Seat Height 820mm (32.3in)
Wheelbase 1490mm (58.6in)
Rake/Trail 27º/97mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 16 litres (4.2 US gals)
Wet Weight (ready to ride) 230 kg (506 lbs)

Performance (measured at crankshaft to 95/1/EC)
Maximum Power 69PS / 68 bhp / 51 kW @ 7400rpm
Maximum Torque 69Nm / 51 ft.lbs @ 5800rpm