Why Triumph Are Stopping The Thruxton! (Final Edition Announced)
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- Опубликовано: 29 июн 2024
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0:00 - INTRO
0:23 - THRUXTON FINAL EDITION
0:34 - THRUXTON HISTORY
2:36 - CAFE RACER DECLINE TREND
4:10 - SPEED TWIN OR THRUXTON?
5:14 - INSTA360
6:20 - THRUXTON RIDE
6:41 - THRUXTON SOUND
6:50 - BRAKES, HANDLING
7:22 - CHROME FINISH
7:41 - WOULD I BUY ONE?
8:15 - THRUXTON FINAL EDITION SPECS
9:16 - COMPETITION GREEN PAINT
10:11 - PRICE 
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Owner of a 2023 thruxton RS. Never had I rode a more magnificent bike. So elegant. So fun and aggressive, and it has power. Every characteristic I look for in a proper motorcycle. Never selling mine
Same. Even after picking up a Speed Triple and getting used to the *extra* it brings, I love riding the Thruxton. 8000+ miles in the last year.
@@AbrasivMusicI had a Speed twin that I sold. And currently have a Bobber TFC and a Bonneville T120
I think I’m going to trade one of them for the Final Edition 🤔.
What you guys think?
Go for it.
@@YallaMiami Do it! I'm thinking of trading my Thruxton RS for FE if I can get it. I wouldn't trade the T120 though - too comfy and versatile. :)
@@AbrasivMusic I was thinking the same thing 🥹
Rode mine 150 miles yesterday just to go and say hi to someone for 15 mins. They're a joy to ride.
As practical and special the Speed Twin is, the Thruxton RS is and always will be an emotion.
This is the reason I want the thruxton. I’ve bought other bikes but this is the one I just keep coming back to.
not on Koh Lanta where roads are 12 foot square concrete slabs with v-shaped mounds every ten feet interspersed with 8 inch deep potholes and gravel patches, and sudden roadworks with deep mud and a 6 inch deep tire trail to follow to get through it safely. I would like to see you do that on a Thruxton
@@AjarnSpencer Is the Thruxton sold in Thailand?
Couldn't have said it better.
Even the 1200 Speed twin has not so good brakes; forks and shocks. No spokes wheels
I am 64 years old and every time I see a Thruxton, it gets my heart racing. I wish I owned one.
Go fer it
You're never too old to start biking my man. Go get one
I was shocked and so disheartened when I saw the news. This was my dream bike when I first started riding in 2012. I Just bought a brand new 2023 model in green/silver. This bike is fantastic. I commute with it and joy ride. Its exceptional for commuting as its so compact, you can split through traffic with confidence, especially since you are nearly always in optimal torque range. I've ridden my for hours before and never had any issues with comfort (I'm 36 years old too). This is such a horrible decision on Triumph's part. Thankfully I finally purchased one before end of production. And I feel I have the best colorway too. I also have the Triumph Bobber, which is actually the funnest bike I've ever rode before. Triumph Bonneville engines are superb, such a shame to end this model.
Good for you, enjoy!
How is it a horrible decision. The stats show that its not a high volume selling bike. Its a lovely looking bike with a great engine but for most people it is really uncofortable after riding it for an hour and on top of that it is quite pricey. For most people this would be like a good 2nd or 3rd bike in the garage, one that you pop on out with to go to get some ice cream or a coffee run. But most people can only afford one bike these days so it just doesn't have a market. The Speed Twin has the same engine and I bet they will release a Speed Twin RS soon with more premium parts and maybe even more power.
I hear ya. Just the look of the Thruxton makes me want to ride. That said, I don't own one and would find it hard to fit into my riding lifestyle that mixes local and long distance. On the bright side for current owners, I imagine this will mean that the value for Thruxtons will increase.
Like you I bought a `23 model in green/silver earlier this year. Never before owned a bike that attracts attention like this one. Where ever I park up someone will come over and admire it and start chatting. Never had any comfort problems. In fact the more I ride the more I want to carry on riding. Such a shame they are stopping production but Triumph are in the business to make money so if a model does not sell I can understand why it would finish it. Just sorry it had to be the best looking and best sounding cafe racer on the market.
@@MrG00ny65 same here with the attention. Out of all of my bikes, Ducati monster, Yamaha xsr900, triumph speed triple 1200rs, triumph bobber, this Thruxton has gotten the most praise from all my colleagues at work and most double 👀 from people on the street. This is the second most fun bike I’ve owned too after my bobber.
At least BMW is continuing to make the RnineT.
Bought my Thruxton in 2010 in the UK and rode it home to Switzerland. Since then I've been on European tours across the alps every summer for at least 10 days. My girlfriend riding pillon too and we're loving it all the time. This is the most comfortable cafe racer ever made - and I'm 60. And to celebrate, I am buying the Thruxton FE. 😎
They duped you.
❤
I can only imagine what a Speed Twin wheel swap does to the bike! I prefer the Thruxton seating position over the Speed Twin!
I was shocked, but hearing those reasons I understood. Thruxton was the most stunning bike I've ever seen
Test rode the chrome one today. Coming from an sv650 first bike, I wasn't sure what to expect. I guess I kinda hoped it would have a similar torquey sporty feeling. About five seconds into the ride I got a huge smile and started giggling. The way it rips you forward when you Crack the throttle, the sound emanating from the thing when you blip a downshift or roll up to a stop, the stunning looks and perfect proportions, the way it lets you flick it around while feeling like you have control, the massive brakes that come on predicably.... ❤
I still love my sv, but it's gonna get some well earned rest in April when my final edition order arrives.
Absolutely stunning bike. Been riding for over 20 years, I’m 39years old. I absolutely love the Look and the characteristics of this bike. Had the Thruxton900 for a while( wasn’t too impressed with its performance and braking but comfort was excellent for me) and then finally made the switch to the 1200R and was the best decision. It puts a smile on my face every time I go out for a ride and I STILL look back at it when I’m walking away from it.
I own the Chrome Edition and it's a Forever Bike for me - I most certainly agree it's not for long rides but I have other bikes for that. If I wanted to ride in style for a short trip, this is the bike to do it in. 🤘⚡
I ride a 2016 R. Sad to see the model end . Its an awesome bike , I ride many long days on it and most weeks i even commute on a daily basis . Long seat allows plenty of movement and ive done 7 hour days in the saddle without complaint , maybe im the exception but i love riding these. 😢
I have the 2017 in Silver Ice, Fairing and Vance & Hines exhaust. My favorite motorcycle of all my bikes. Never selling it. Work of art! It's the bike in my avatar.
I have a Thruxton RS and love it. Putting time in on the seat dose not feel like an issue. I don't find comfort a problem. I also have a Daytona 675 and a T595. For reference, I have never found either of those an issue for comfort. My biggest challenge is choosing which to ride.
I like the Speed Twin but it has to be the Thruxton for me.
Will this make of the Thruxton an envied collector? Low volumes, not many bikes produced, excellent bike, sounds like a good recipe!? What do you think?
An original maybe, not these modern replicas
It would need a Norton badge for that to happen. It may steady up used values, but nobody is going to make money.
Triumph will re-release thruxton start of 2025.
In 20 years or more we'll know the answer
@@bulldogmadblitz but a 'modern relica' becomes an original, give it enough years, doesn't it?
I have the original 2016 Thruxton R release bike in its gloss ice silver metallic and lashing of aluminium and chrome finishes. That initial bike was the Thruxton at its finest. The colour schemes since then have looked a bit awkward and detracted from the pure beauty of the original. I wanted to buy a new one in 2019 but by then the ice silver gloss had become a mat finish which I hated so I bought a used 2016 one in the ice silver gloss which I love. Nearly went for the chrome edition for this year but again did not like all the blacked out aluminium casings / wheels etc.
Spot on! They watered the Thruxton Rs looks down a lot - paint jobs and two tones? Not very Cafe Racer and as for sprinkling Matt Black everywhere - what were they thinking? Desperately trying to appeal to 17 year olds?
I agree. Have a 2019 TTR grey and it.s just dead gorgeous... None of the other colors speak to me like this one.
Agree with all you say. I have the 2016 in silver and it’s hard to beat as a Sunday bike. A keeper for sure. Loving the BR Green colour scheme of the FE but the black rims would be best replaced with those on my 2016 model.
I always thought the Thruxton needed a more hand-made kind of makeover, more custom-look parts, instead of just performance parts. That's the better place to put your money for a high-end retro. Look at the Norton Commando 961 (well, except for its crazy price tag).
True retro benefits a more from styling than raw performance. It just needs to handle well and feel retro.
The Norton is not performance capable. I have the 1200 Thruxton and needs more guts too.
The Thruxton is a motorcycling work of art. I bought a 2021 Speed Twin over the Thruxton as I preferred the riding position.I had a early air cooled Thruxton and didn’t want a repeat of the painful riding position with clip ons. I added black Ohlins rear shocks and the Thruxton throttle body covers to my Speed Twin.
The Thruxton 1200 R is a beautiful bike with excelent handling, strong engine with plenty of torque and is a bike that make me smile inside my helmet everyvtime that I ride.
I went to Triumph initially for a Thruxton but it’s almost impossible to find one to test in France. I tried the Speed Twin 1200 and loved its engine and character and finally bought one. With just a bit of personalization, it looks quite close to a Thruxton and can easily come back to a classic Bonneville look. Sounds like the perfect thing for me
I'd like very much to see that.
Truly beautiful bike that will mark the end of an era - test ride a 2018 model but plumped for the speed twin for the comfort.
Been waiting on a Speed Twin RS since 2019! It's about time 😎
As far as looks WOW! Absolutely gorgeous
Let's be real here. They will make another version in 2024/2025 with a better engine and maybe even more beautiful variation. As no other bike(that is not a limited edition or something like that)in my opinion is as beautiful as Thruxton. Even though this bike is not available in my country it is still my dream bike. I would be very sad if this gets discontinued.
Only started riding this year and was considering the thruxton or the Kawasaki Z900RS.
Out my deposit down on the triumph today. Looking forward to getting it in spring. 🙌
This may make me reconsider my decision earlier this week to sell my 2016 Thruxton R, I just put a for sale video on my channels. I’ve taken mine up to 151 mph at Bonneville and ran a 11.678 quarter mile. As marvelous as the Speed Twin is but it isnt a Thruxton.
I own a 2009 Tornado Red w white stripes Thruxton 900 and absolutely love it! Bought a Harley Sport Glide for long range cruising, but the Trumpy comes out for those lazy Sunday rides....and the Thruxton gets more looks than the HD 🏍 💨
I’ve had two, Thruxton R and a TFC I have loved them both. Great bikes.
Hot damn, that colorway looks absolutely beautiful.
I’m impressed with how granular the data analysis goes in this discussion. It would be interesting to drill down a level or two to see where these bikes sold and where demand still exists.
I am sure those numbers were only for the UK. I live in western Canada and the Thruxston's seem to move very slowly from my local dealership, in comparison to say the T100/120 models that move quickly.
That paint scheme on the final edition is perfect. Would buy.
As ever, perfect review!
Too big for a Thruxton but I absolutely love the look of them. Nice looking final edition too.
I'd come back to this video when I get my own thruxton, regardless whether used or not, better if it's the final edition.
I'd buy one, funds allowing, but only as an ornament. It is up there with the Jaguar E Type, and the Vickers Supermarine Spitfire as a British Icon.
I love my 2024 Thruxton. The jump between a 1964 Norton cafe and this? Astronomical.
A crying shame. It is the most beautiful retro ever. This from an R NineT owner
The pricing on it was always wrong, way more than the Speed Twin 1200. I would have loved one, but they start at $17k US. What?
I have a Thruxton and brought it after test driving a Speed Twin. Loved the Speed twin but felt it needed some mods to make it more edgy and have always enjoyed the ride on Ohlins so it steered me to the Thruxton. Then found one in Burnt orange and it ticked all the boxes except handlebars, had the higher clip on type put on. Find it plenty comfy but the Speed Twin handle bar set up still edges that. Happy with the Thruxton and believe its a keeper for me now. Fantastic engine on these 1200s they punch well above their weight in delivering fun!
My friend has recently changed his TFC for a Speed Twin due to being easier on his shoulders. I'm keeping my RS as it gives me no problem. Great bike for 200 mile Sunday ride with half time coffee break
Coming back to motorcycling after many years some time ago the Thruxton, (or a cafe racer) was very much in my sights......however, after seeing how much motorcycles had improved and what was on offer from other manufacturers at the price point AND what performance was there.....I went another way. But, that Thruxton if one could have several bikes still emotionally appeals.
I was between a t120 and an RS this summer when i was buying a bike. Ultimately it was the versatility and practicality that lead me to the T 120
The thruxton is such a good looking bike. I always keep my eye out on Facebook marketplace for these
Have a 900 as a 68 year old my capacity to be bold has been left behind me so it performance makes me happy. love the looks it gathers admires at all my stops. I'm 6ft 190 it fits just fine can ride all day without being uncomfortable. Triumph makes a premium quality machine. Its a breeze to maintain.
I have a thruxton 900 but when the 1200's came along I knew I wanted to upgrade but having two thruxton seemed excessive. So when the speed twin came out it was the perfect combo for me
So classically, beautiful and proportioned! But I’m not 20 years old, so my aching back! I’ve had a couple of speed twin 1200s, and they truly are all day bikes
Paving the way for a Speed Twin 1200 "T" with Thruxton engine and suspension. And a styling update.
Thruxton is a great looking especially in this color...well done!!! i m positive to own one,,,
Totally agree, it's the 2nd bike in the garage for those special sunny days
The thruxton as the only triumph retro I was ever interested in. But I guess there are enough of them on the used marked should I ever crave one again.
Truxton is the most iconic motorcycle from Triumph. Masterpiece.
Thanks Triumph, mine can only become more desirable, I will continue to ride the prettiest bike I’ve ever seen and tour another 2000 miles on it next summer as I did this last. I’ll keep riding my Tango twin to work. 👍🏻
It’s a beautiful bike for sure. I was checking out a lightly used very low mileage 2016 last weekend at a local dealership. That being said I do see why they are discontinuing it. It’s really a 2nd or 3rd bike that you will only use for short runs or to take to shows. The price it sells for is most likely out of the range of most young people who have the back for long rides and the older dudes like me who have the cash don’t have the body for long rides.
Just my .02 which really means little.
I noticed the same. I managed to find a nice one from 2016 that I could manage, however most younger people realize that we have the rest of our lives to buy something classy, so we need to get the sporty bug out of our system. So, I ended up with a 21' Street Triple R which manages a bit of both.
I did exactly that, 2016 Thruxton as second bike.. even tho I am young (25), it still hurts my back after just an hour x)
Merci à toi pour tes vidéos et commentaire de qualités. Pour ce qui est de la Thruxton je me suis procurer la dernière version 2024 avec la bulle avant ce qui lui donne un look incroyable. C’est ma deuxième Thruxton car j’ai eu la version ace 2015, donc pour le look les 2 sont extraordinaire mais la 2024 est dans un autre monde pour ce qui est de la performance, la finition et sa beauté. Tu a bien raison que c’est une moto du dimanche pour sa position de conduite mais quel plaisir de se le permettre. Cette moto va rester dans mon garage jusqu’à ma fin car aucune autre compagnie fabricante ne sera jamais capable d’en construire une de si grande qualité. Merci et bonne continuité 😊
Very much agree with everyone there MotoBob it would be the Speed Twin for me especially if they will update it as it seriously needs some updating?? 🙄 Great little send of video to the Thruxton MotoBob!! 👌🏻👍🏻😁
I have one and do ride it sometimes for hours with out problem. If you really do have problems, there are lots of options to move the clipons up. The racing green looks so good in person but never quite so good in photos. I would have liked to see a little more on the Final Edition like sport cans.
Absolutely Gorgeous 🤩👍.
Its rolling Artwork (FE).
And immediate collector status.
But being a tall man, I know it would be cramped.
So,, the Speed Twin gets the nod.
Coming from 1000cc Japanese bikes I thought this bike is way underpowered but man i was wrong, I just did test ride on one and God what a stunning piece of art it is, look 💯 handling 💯 brakes 💯 clutch and gears are 😮💨💯 the engine is what really made me confused, silky smooth yet tons of power and torque, feels like way more than 100 hp, i never ever considered cafe racer but after the ride i think it is absolutely perfect combination of sport, elegance and comfort.
I've owned my 2010 Thruxxie 900 in Tornado Red for 7 years and counting. Love the looks, the sound, the ride. I ride in the city for errands and commute, relaxed explorations out of town and in the twisties. Enjoy!
Sad news. I often go on 5+ hour rides on my Thruxton without issue. Love the bike and will never sell it.
i have a 1200R 2019. that's my best bike. greeting's from Slovakia 🇸🇰
Always any day Thruxton R or RS anytime, these bike are just FUN to ride ! Yes, its not as comfortable like Bonnie, But .. bigger smile while riding
Thruxton is just so full of character , and it's so beautiful 😮
Agree on the practicality and price point but if I was buying again I would do the same a go with the Thruxton RS. Mine is a showcase model, only change I made was low risers to standard risers and now have a really comfortable ride.
Speed twin sit up and beg position just didn’t feel comfortable for my lower back. I’m 5’11. 🤓😎🙏
2 years ago I asked your opinion about to buying street twin 900 and now then I'm the happiest biker 🙏👍🏻
Beautiful to look at. The competition green is stunning. But as you rightly said it’s hard going on the arms. If I am to spend £15K on a retro (although I know it’ll be slightly inferior to the Trump) I would get the Norton 961 SP. It holds more prestige, has endless character and charm, and is NOT water-cooled!
LOVE that colour scheme. Having got a Speed Twin of my own I have to say I'd only trade it in for, say, a Speed Twin R...
That British Racing Green (en.wikipedia.org/wiki/British_racing_green) is such a beautiful colour, one of the iconic car colours. You could have a 2CV with that colour scheme and gold pinstripes and it would look awesome.
Beautiful, had 2016 and regret selling it.
The upright riding position of the Speed Twin is simply easier to live with for long rides. Either put upright handlebars and a 2-person seat on the Thruxton or put the fancy suspension and other bits on the 1200 Speed Twin. The paint finish on the Thruxton looks way better than the Speed Twin. Cruise control and heated grips need to be standard for any sold in northern climates.
I own a2016 t120, couldn't ask for a better touring bike,1 never was fast,but the bonnie answers every call.igrt off it a lot less than my xt650, which speaks for its comfort.the bonnie is the perfect classic!
I'm so glad I got an RS and I'll keep it running as long as I can
I wanted more comfort and opted for the T120. I don’t regret it, love the bike and I’m keeping it forever. That said, I do dream of having a thruxton as a 2nd, unpractical bike. It’s a piece of art. Too expensive though. Would be nice if maybe they made it part of the more affordable 900 series? I’d hate to have to get a Royal Borefield for that cafe bike.
Beautiful in that green with gold pin stripes. If only they did that to the Speed Twin.
I prefer a Speed any day for practicality !
Not the $15K Speed Twin, but the $3.5K Speed 400 ! In fact I’ve one in my garage !
It’s a fantastic bike, I did 19000km on it. However, I traded it in for a Bonneville T120 Gold Line. Main reason was riding position I’m also 65 years and a little stiff in my back…
It's makes sense from a business decision for Triumph. Shame it's such a beautiful machine.
Love Triumph ❤
Just snatched up a barely used 2016 Thruxton R. No clue if these awesome bikes are going to jump up in value and she is defintiley not going to be a garage-queen.
But, I learned my lesson with air-cooled Porsche 911s...if u can, pull the trigger when they're obtainable.
I just love my Thruxton! Such a great bike. Fully customized in sand green and also the cool
Classic fearing. What a pity triumph are stopping to build this magnificent bikes.
What a coincidence, i just happen to see one of these Thruxtons today oppo to my office in Bangalore, the driver took the vehicle out just to warm it up and then return back to its garage. Sad to see something as beautiful as this bike kept unridden like this.
I'm so sad, truly. I never had any love for bikes, but in 2020 I saw this bike in a random video, I fell for it then only, I decided I would find a job ASAP and collect money to buy it one day, I struggled for the job, finally I found one in Jan2024, I was busy since then in work and used to watch this bike videos whenever I used to get free time. It's a dream bike for me, I never had a bike. It's so disheartening to know that they are stopping the production. I feel so useless, I always dreamed of the day when I would take the delivery of my own first bike. This dream used to make me smile. I wish I was fast enough for this dream to make it true.
With a tankbag to lean on 300 to 400 mile days are easy enough. I would definitely buy used though as you can find basically new models with break in mileage for thousands less.
sad to see it go, sure that will be an appreciating classic down the road. i did a recent survey in the triumph forum and almost everyone said if you could buy the bonnervile t120 but with the HP engine from thruxton everyone would buy it ! people want the looks and comfortable position of the bonnie but with the extra poke of the thruxton! its the bike triumph should be making !
An amazing ride and beautiful bike but I found it tiring on the wrists ... Maybe made for a more slim fit but it was truly a joy to experience.
I would love to own one, my only hold back is the lack of tech, at least a quick shifter will have a significant impact on me buying one
It’s gorgeous.
The Cafe Racer Genre is for a young man’s supple body, even then it’s still a shot ride bike….To the Cafe ‘n back in fact. My last venture into a Cafe Racer was a Triton 650 twenty years ago…..
Glad I could own the Thruxton 900❤
It’s my dream bike I never bought. Riding Speedmaster now and can’t think anything better.
So sad... I own the chrome edition and it is wonderful! I love this bike! It is my casual riding motorcycle that is much easier to ride than my many race bikes. I wouldn't trade it for anything... ❤❤
I had no idea these were going, I might actually have to buy one.
Its beautiful this final edition. Even better if the rims were gold/bronze. With the Thruxton gone maybe Triumph will finally launch a Speed Twin RS with the Ohlins suspensions
There's nothing like the Thruxton. 🔥
These are nice bikes I checked them out at the dealer...
Great looking machine..not a fan of Hinckley bunnies but that one is a peach if you ignore the dumb side cover holes..pick!
For looks alone, this bike does it for me. If I had the option to buy one . I would. It's an amazing bike with bundles of character. One day, I hope to own one
When you think the t120 will last for? Or when can I expect to see its lifespan end? Just sad these things will end and I would love to still manage to get hold of one before they all go
I ordered it ♥️
Such a fun bike to ride.
I've had the honour of riding the very first '04 model of a few occasions. While it mightn't have had all the bells and whistles of today's bike, it was still a very good motorcycle, especially following a much welcomed suspension upgrade. I'm not one to lean on handlebars, so I never complain about the weight on my wrists, but I haven't forgotten the weight on my lower back or the fact that my knees were bent at a rather unnatural angle.
The curse of this bike is that it's a young person's bike. That's not a bad thing, except it comes at a price point that is beyond many younger riders, financially sensible ones, at least. Therein lies the curse.
I've got a sneaking suspicion that we're going to see a Showa/Ohlins/big Brembo equipped Speed Twin or some sort of Bonneville take its place. A bike that old men (me!) can both ride and afford. And I've also got a sneaking suspicion that the Triumph catalogue will come with optional clubman/clip on bars and rear sets for those who want to make a cafe racer out of it.
This might be the last time we see a Triumph Thruxton, but it won't be the last time that we see a Triumph cafe racer.
Well, it's obviously not the end of the Bonneville lineup - it's just the Thruxton sub-model. I think the platform lends itself better to a standard seating position anyway, and the Scrambler where you can make it a bit more rough around the edges works too. I keep seeing people post images of customized Scramblers with fat offroad tires and accessories asking what it is, as well. Some people no doubt love a Thruxton, but it's just a smaller percentage.