2016 Triumph Thruxton R Review Exclusive (First Ride)

This must be one of the most anticipated bikes of 2016, The Triumph Thruxton R. We've managed to get our hands on the bike before anyone else to bring you this video review exclusive. Breathe in the sexiness.
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[@terrydodds1102]

I took the Thruxton R for a test ride - thanks to BikeBiz in Parramatta, Sydney. It only had 100km on it when I rode it. So I didn't get a chance to give it the beans. But I did get a chance to see what everyone is raving about. It was beautiful, handled very well, had fantastic brakes, a lovely sound AND it felt very light. I'm going to trade my bike in on one. Can't wait to ride it every weekend.

[@Ramjet257]

I was lent one to ride for a day by a motorcycle journalist friend. There was no turning back. Wife saw my face at ride's end and bought me an R for Xmas 2018.

[@looseparts]

This gorgeous video convinced me to follow through with my pre-order from November and trade in my Street Triple - Everything in this video is true, but the bikes are even prettier in person. They tell me I have the first Thruxton R in Oregon - I rode it off the dealer's Apr 16 - Now it's 350 miles later and I just can't believe my luck ! Fantastic quality throughout - handling and performance in buckets. My God! What a great bike!!

[@davidamsden2830]

Curious to hear what you think of the bike after a few weeks of riding. I took a test ride, and have been thinking about it non-stop. My intention was to buy the T120 as a more versatile and practical companion to my 72 CB750, but this thing was just way more fun. My CB has a similar stance, and I've happily taken it out on 500 mile rides. My question is how you feel about the overall comfort/potential for long rides.

[@looseparts]

I've had the bike just under 8 weeks and now I have about 2500 miles. I'm not a long-distance traveler, but did just have a 500 mile round-trip down 101 on the Oregon coast - I'm in my 60s so comfort is a relative thing, but I am able to go tank full to tank full no problem - for me, some of the time my shoulders would start to ache a bit as the riding position is less relaxed than my previous bike ('14 Street Triple), but just using some core to lift some weight off for a few seconds was all it took to keep going. I remain in awe of the quality, looks an mostly the way the power is delivered. Coming out of a '30 mile' turn at 50 and roll on in sport mode it just takes OFF !! Fantastic bike.

[@dgajsek]

What's your opinion owning it after a year? I assume you still have it. I'm completely in love with the design of it!

[@fourseasons2349]

Went to the Long Beach show this weekend sponsored by Progressive Insurance..my 4th year in attendance. Fell in love with the Triumph R...97 ponies...love the partial fairing...now to get one in British racing green with just a tad of light yellow pinstripe...my only suggestion is please go back to the traditional Triumph logo on the tank...other than that, a gorgeous gorgeous bike...I hit every possible booth and found myself coming back to the Triumph booth. Cudos to the guys from Southern California Motorcycles out of Brea, CA. I must have driven them nuts with my questions but they answered, intelligently, every question I tossed out. They know their bike intimately.

[@heathy912]

Really loving this old styling but very clear modern bike throw that the manufacturers are putting out now, right up my street!

[@VeeFour]

I couldn't bring myself to buy the standard version knowing that there's a R version. It looks so much nicer

[@gizmag]

Again just a super pretty video. Ten points to your camera team!

[@BikeWorldTVshow]

+gizmag Thanks

[@fyorbane]

Went to the bike show and i must admit I prefer the green to any of the other colours. Shame they don't do a green R version.

[@charlesbradley2943]

Boz they do for 2019 & saw it in the flesh. It’s beautiful.

[@Ramjet257]

They do, I own one in Australia, bought in 2019.

[@spraudoggy]

I have a 2013 as well as an 05 Bonneville and really enjoy them. This update has been really reworked. Good job Triumph

[@FrozenAsphalt]

I NEED this bike. An absolute stunner to look at!

[@johnnychirnside4513]

Brilliant review. Thruxton looks amazing. Hat's off to Triumph indeed!!! Roll on the T120 review, mines on order!!

[@Away.Aweigh.A.Way.]

Triumph has really stepped up their game for the 2016 MY. Between this and the Tiger Explorer XCA I'm impressed. Can't wait to put an XCA in the stable!

[@gavinbushell9605]

Not a bad review. I thought he could have kept his comments neater on the bike and turned off the music. I ordered an R in November when the news broke - with the track inspiration kit - delivery in April sometime and I cannot wait. This is going to be an awesome machine and yes I was tempted by the nineT but this has such class and performance...

[@aib666]

oh boy, you guys were shooting this next to my house. if only I knew so I could see that Thruxton R live (I have the older 900cc twin)

[@BikeWorldTVshow]

+André Filipe We seem to be spending a lot of time in Portugal right now, it's a great place to ride. Sorry we missed you.

[@michaeldixon5565]

Fantastic job great review. Will pre order the Thruxton R tomorrow. Cant wait. Thank you :)

[@ksponge74]

Just test rode the Thruxton Non "R"...... Pretty lovely bike. Think it may be the one for more reasons than I'm getting old and don't like being crouched over on my R6 any longer. Also, I want the R model with adjustable suspension. It's a more robust machine. Sounds Great too!!!!

[@gaganbabrah]

I wish it had a speed triple motor in it

[@streetsquiid5615]

gagan babrah will kill the soul of the bike!

[@LuisMarceloLopez]

MY GOODNESS, WHAT A BEAUTIFULL MACHINE!! INCREDIBLE SOUND OF THAT ENGINE!!.. IT´S A PITTY WE CAN´T FIND THOSE MOTORCYCLES HERE IN ARGENTINA, YET. I AM A HUGE FUN OF TRIUMPH´S MOTORCYCLE STYLING. I´LL BE WAITING FOR THE NEW BONNEVILLE T120 REVIEW... BY THE WAY, YOUR IMAGE QUALITY, SOUND AND EDITING JOB KEEPS GETTING BETTER AND BETTER. CONGRATULATIONS TO THE HOLE TEAM!!

[@BikeWorldTVshow]

+Marcelo Lopez Thanks Marcelo.

[@MrRockydee07]

Had a Norton Commando 850 Interstate, But everything about this trumpths and the upgrades are fantastic the fuel injection, no points and no timing problems make it great

[@and30ers]

Looks and attention to detail is spot on. With some +25% power, +50% fuel tank volume, -10% weight, -10% price and +100% padding in the seat I would consider one. Triumph should have made it rev another 2000-2500 rpm and not redline sub 7K. Now it's in Honda NC750 rev territory, and beaten by the 1000 cc Africa Twin and 1200 cc Super Ténéré, Indian Scout and Victory Octane.

[@Nerdferly]

I have a thruxR, I'm 5'8 and normal riding, my knees barely fit. however, it's the best bike I've ever ridden.

[@Nerdferly]

2016

[@lordpsion]

Great, now I'm even more anxious to take delivery of my matte black one.

[@ottorosado602]

Amazing, dream bike here. Will hopefully own one of these one day.

[@dinsdeedinromrum4094]

What is that light at 5:02-5:03 that is moving so fast?

[@TheCrumble]

Wish my hair looked that after having my lid on :(

[@HypnoticPattern]

+The Crumble glad i want the only one who thought that!

[@chrisbolton2500]

I just wish I had hair..........

[@Chaleco22]

Finally a review!! Thanks guys

[@TheMustafaish]

Congrats on winning eorovision 2009 and this great review.

[@RobertKwolek]

Without the rear fender, this will probably be the most beautiful bike on the market right now.

[@justy5944]

Beautiful bike. Really wish you showed more of the standard Thruxton though.

[@kokevp2294]

Finally !!!, someone made the necessary accessories for beauty was perfect !!, From Iquique Chile

[@johngoodlass]

I do like the new Thruxton R , but I am so happy to be riding a BMW R NineT

[@Centrael]

Great Review. Good clips, good knowledge of the bike and good comparisons between the two models. Would like to know how it stacks against the competition.

[@jhh2j]

How does the seat height compare to the previous model? Also, what bike would you compare this to as far as performance? Thanks for the review!

[@АлексейБреусов-о9ж]

Отличное видео!!! Заказал с поставкой в июле 2016 надеюсь не ошибся с выбором!!!

[@jakobryden]

What jacket are you wearing? I really like the look and it doesn't look too cold :) thanks

[@ninitingoyal]

Can somebody tell me what is that thing flying by in the background at 5:02 - 5:03 ?

[@stevemathews684]

Informative review; beautifully filmed! My new dream bike...

[@robofthewest]

Very good review. Looking forward to a test ride. So.... when do we hear about the T-120?

[@Jabsy101]

Fantastic! Liked! Is there a Bonny T120 review in the pipeline?

[@BikeWorldTVshow]

+Jabsy Yep!

[@Jabsy101]

+Bike World Please tell me it'll be out soon.....If so, I'll be squealing like a little girl in the barbie aisle....

[@Omar-hm9te]

So is the regular Thruxton sporty enough? Or is it a case of Street Triple vs. Street Triple R where there is no case to buy the non-R?

[@henryknudsen2455]

Nice Test but: What about the size ( height ) on the driver who fits on this Thruxton 1200R? I was in the marked for the old Thruxton for two years ago but it didn't fit me 100% a little to small. I am 185 cm tall. Some thoughts on this subject?

[@paulrose6359]

A great looker !!! I prefer modern wheels instead of spokes but this bike is a winner.

[@RaunakDave]

What an amazing review! Good job mate

[@PeterDad60]

Can it beat my 1976 Triumph T140V Bonneville 750 in a cafe road race? No other machine ever has! She has won over machines even those 4 cyl Jap bikes that could do 179 mph. It's not power but rather it is handling that wins on the street. My bike is stock with a few exceptions: I removed the mufflers to get the weight down to around 365 lbs., I removed the seat cushion so I could sit lower in the machine. I changed the cruiser bars for drag bars. No other mod's. Stock engine and air intake system. Stock Dunlap K-70H Tires. Never crashed! Never lost! On the back roads and parkways of Long Island NY, U.S.A. Won every cafe race from new till 1987 when I got married and stopped riding. I raised a family. I know of no one who has done this. 10 consecutive years of winning. Brought her out in 1992 and raced against the new Kawasaki 1100 cc f.i. Ninja and 000 cc Honda V4 Interceptor. I still have my 1976 T140V Bonneville and she sits around 20 feet from me as type this. These day's I ride a new 2015 Harley-Davidson FLHP Road King Police with the spring/shock under the saddle for a really nice ride. I am considering trading this FLHP for a new Thruxton R. But the weight bothers me as it's 53 lbs heavier than my stock Bonneville at 395 lbs dry and now that I have removed the heavy mufflers and got her weight down to around 365 lbs there is and 87 lb difference, favoring my Bonneville. 87 pounds is a huge weight disadvantage on a back road where handling and fast responses is what allows for victory, not power. My bike could stop in 111 ft. from 60 mph it's in the official records.

[@HORNET6]

Have they managed to get the spring and valving in a more road relevant place than the Speed Triple?

[@BudoDave76]

Beautifully done review!

[@Lar308]

A future classic that will appreciate in value over the years if owners mind them. I fear though from my Thruxton R shopping (bought a mint 3,100 miles 2016 R last month) that owners are not aware or care that these bikes are heavy maintenance to keep them looking good. All those sparkly bits need plenty of TLC and ACF 50 and don't get one if you don't have a nice dry garage to store it in or have to use in in the rain.

[@ClutchFirst]

Watch out Ducati Sport Classic, there's a new competitor in town. Absolutely gorgeous bike.

[@ClutchFirst]

+Matt Helps Thanks for the heads up but I'm well aware. :)

[@jacko123]

Great video, but pretty much geared to the R version. Really want to know how much improved is the standard new Thruxton. I love the R but extra expense, is it worth it? Are the brakes and suspension on the standard model Thruxton good enough?

[@volt7cooltangs701]

Standard version brakes are not bad at all, suspension is ok on standard, adequate I’d say. Standard looks better to me as is more retro without the garish yellow and gold suspension of the R.

[@stevenswm9844]

It's a Looker! Hate to hear that about the comfort though. As someone else commented, a shorter fuel tank might make things a bit more comfy! :) Great Review!

[@mikearonson8201]

Great enthusiastic review on the great bike.

[@markbrown3432]

What are peoples opions of the fairing available for this bike?

[@StarManProduction]

What is the name of the song from 0:02 and on?! Love the bike too!

[@rb3166]

Where is that section of coast? I need to get out there. Thanks for the vid!

[@adamjwmoss]

Any idea what riding boots/shoes the tester was wearing in this review?

[@5700gbr]

My dream pair of wheels!

[@steveluth3139]

Will there be a review off the Yamaha XSR 700 / 900?They kinda seem to have taken the modern caféracer style to the next level. I am curious how they compare to the Triumphs

[@steveluth3139]

+MrSelfDef Well I could say that for any new bike and claim only the old kawasaki zl900 eliminator is manly but hey then I would sound like a fanboy like you did in your comment.

[@benlegTiger]

Steve Luth bought aThruxton R, 6000km later still have a huge grin on my face. My riding buddy just sold his xsr900, rode both and prefer the R. One thing to say about the xsr900, great triple engine, wheelie and stunt machine, on that it is better than the R. I will probably always have the R from now on.

[@perroarholen2535]

Beautiful bike, but would love to see a review of the Thruxton R made by Standard MC!! Does anyone know if this model will be available through official Triumph Dealers?

[@tmr626]

Nice bike! Sooner or later someone will probably end up making the more comfortable mid foot peg mounts. As for the hard seat, I wonder how those new gel seats would work out?

[@johnthompson9896]

Love it!...............................But I would l love to see Triumph put the Thruxton motor in the T120 in the future as a special edition or something. Anyone else agree?

[@midas61]

+John Thompson .............Its the same motor, just a different cam and higher compression. All you would probably need to do is change to the higher compression pistons and uprate the cam....

[@johnthompson9896]

It's also got a different airbox (Bigger) and a 2kg lighter crankshaft as well.

[@midas61]

All the lighter crank does is let it spin up faster, it will still give you the same top end power and TQ with the increase in compression and the cam...

[@johnthompson9896]

I also think the motor will be a good choice for the many performance shops out there after all 79hp isn't much from a 1200.

[@midas61]

The T120 is aimed at the more relaxed cruiser/retro type rider and I'm sure it does the job well enough for those who will buy it.

[@albertptran]

You guys really did it. Had to show me more slow-mo sexiness, huh

[@BikeWorldTVshow]

+Albert Tran Sorry, had to be done.

[@interestingbiker4368]

Really good review, best i have seen, brilliant!

[@trippplefive]

does Triumph have a Yamalama XSR 900 equivalent (3-cylinder) new-retro type bike?

[@geethsan1567]

I'm surprised to know that even bikes like this have riding modes like on cars. Beautiful bike.

[@Uras117]

LoL are you serious? GSXR 1000 2007 has 3 modes, 10 years ago!!!! Pls show me an affordable car from 2007 with a sport boton XD ahaha

[@elmoomle4565]

Beautiful 'real-world' motorcycle indeed. Gorgeous. Well done Triumph.

[@gsingh5617]

please make a video with vance & hines

[@FastRu-kl7iy]

Very nice review and bike!

[@metalthunder1269]

Great video, super camera.

[@chadwhite1198]

Very well done review! Thank you very much for the effort! A question for the young man who was the presenter of this video; If it were your money, would you buy the Thruxton R, or the new Hypermotard 939SP? I would be using the bike as a back road demon, and an around town fun bike. :-)

[@jpsv9531]

What a beauty. Only thing I find jarring is the seam on the bottom of the tank. The Nortons dont have that and look classier for it. It is a mass produced motorcyle though so difficult not to have it. Glad Triumph have built a Thruxton with some grunt and sharp handling. Will sell like hot cakes no doubt.

[@jpsv9531]

Must be something wrong with it then! Sure it wont stop the bike selling well. Sorry for spoiling your day.

[@CokeandSnickersA7X]

Great video and what a stunning bike. Subscribed!

[@BikeWorldTVshow]

+CokeandSnickersA7X Thanks

[@limap8668]

Great review. Awesome bike just got better. Happen to live in the country where you test it out. Great weather and landscape ins't it? And the food, yammy :D Cheers

[@MannyzWorld]

That is a beautiful bike. Good review! Thank you.

[@Gilgamesh347]

Great bike and solid review, thanks!

[@S01NOR]

What jacket is that? Thank you in advance

[@joaosoares3719]

Why is the Thruxton´s seat so much higher than the T120 (and even more so when compared to the Street Twin)? Could I make it as high as the one on the Street Twin (by exchanging the seats, for instance)?

[@Mudux]

+João Soares it's higher to give more leaning clearance

[@jon-paulearles6209]

Really good review 🔥🔥🔥

[@SickBikeDude]

Why does the 2018 white R come with black mud guards?

[@Forrest_94]

Man I love this bike!!!

[@abhishekdas94]

Very nicely done.

[@13tr13]

Beautiful bike! Thruxton or NineT? )

[@peterandrews1512]

Great review guys cracking looking bike

[@drivermagz1813]

what jacket are you using there man?

[@williammorris3468]

What is the reviewer's height? trying to get an idea on ergonomics.

[@bebedu8888]

What is your jacket? He is beautiful ! Great video !

[@nicksokolis6343]

Great review. Cool bike.

[@rawmark]

Nice review. Thanks.

[@shashankethane]

awesome video!

[@RichardThomas-db2pw]

You never mentioned how the new 6 speed gearbox works. I had a 2010 t100 and I wished it had one more gear everytime I rode it.

[@volt7cooltangs701]

Gearbox is very good but a bit short in 6th. 6th gear you can use at 50 / 55 to 120mph. Lots of torque so could be taller geared but it’s not a deal breaker.

[@erickdota6937]

amazing video

[@kuba7810]

1.05 what is that song ? :)

[@pedronunes8766]

would anyone say this is a good first buy? I'm looking for one to keep for long years money is no issue.

[@london_biker6177]

+Pedro Nunes I looked into how much it would cost to insure one of these - the figures I was getting were about the same as for a H2, in other words virtually uninsurable even if money is no issue but that depends where you live. For a first bike I'd go with the street twin, or the older bonnie range.

[@pedronunes8766]

+London_biker617 yeah, I've been looking at the twin also. very nice and a good price below 8k pounds and if i'de like to sell later on will be much easier although that inst the plan

[@iamavinashdaipule]

What is the Height of the rider in the video?

[@TheJoe89jan]

In three years that bike will be mine.

[@cwhitty05]

Jose Reyna so do you have it now?

[@michaelschneider-]

+1. .. Nice scooter the Thruxston R model in silver metallic. .. sign me up! .. Brings back owner memories of my MY76 Bonneville 750 restoration project. .. Memory lane ....

[@MiguelSantos-li5cx]

Thruxton R ride in Portugal!!

[@anthonyjaswinski5732]

Hp is actually 83. 1200 is the engine cc

[@mustangtony2933]

gorgeous bike. simply stunning

[@josemhs1213]

Any word on the scrambler

[@mford9029]

Great review. Sorry to be selfish but I think Triumph just killed the resale value of my classic 2014 Thruxton..........