Dutch's Triumph Thruxton - The Ultimate Cafe?

[@BikeShedMotoCo]

Oops! Wrong image at 9:38... link in description to the one we meant.

[@dutchvansomeren9943]

One more mod I forgot to mention, or, more accurately, NOT a mod, was that I left the higher bars on this bike, even though it has the catalogue fairing. The OEM fairing kit comes with lower clip-ons, which make the bike less comfortable around town, but I was surprised (and pleased) to discover the fairing also fits with the factory bars, so I left them on. My 2016 bike had the lower bars fitted from the factory, and I found the riding position hard work in traffic, so I am much happier with this new setup. If you do a lot of A roads or track-days the lower clip-ons will give better handling on fast corners, but if you ride around town a lot (or are tall, or under 30) leave the standard bars on when you add the fairing.

[@pinslayer4579]

I also left the higher bars or and added adjustable foot pegs ( I'm 6'6" And 68 years old 3-4 hundred mile days sill possible)

[@jasonwright9555]

Great, that's good to know as i was going to ask about your bars. Think I need to pay my local Triumph dealer a visit ASAP! Great looking bike and nice video Dutch.

[@particleinthewave8378]

I LOVE the Thruxton, such a beautiful bike! When I was ready to upgrade my old 865 Bonnie (another great bike) I rode the Thruxton and the majority of the 1200cc Bonneville range and ultimately chose the T120 because my wrists and back just didn’t like the riding position of the Thruxton. In the 3 plus years of owning the T120, I’ve modded it to resemble the Thruxton as closely as I can without changing the OEM handlebars. Still working on the right front fairing but she’s a real beauty and gets alot of love from the local Cafe Racer crowd.

[@dutchvansomeren9943]

@@particleinthewave8378 You're not the first to do this... I think that's why they made the Speed Twin, which is essentially a Thruxton with handlebars. I'd be interested in retro-modding this model to look more like a T120 or Thruxton and see how far you could go... Or get the handlebar kit from someone like Free Spirits for a Thruxton R.

[@jasonadrian6201]

I did the same... added the fairing but left the higher bars on... I was concerned about clearance because of the internet haha. No problems whatsoever, and it is a welcome contrast to my Ducati

[@philm2304]

HATE that this is being discontinued.

[@simonnoon8923]

Got a Thruxton R which I love, it's had a few upgrades, performance cam, DNA filter, full system, PCv and remap. It now goes as well as it handles and this is the best handling, sweetest steering bike I have ever owned - it's brilliant

[@goldenageofdinosaurs7192]

Big fan of the Thruxton. Triumph hit it outta the park with that one.

[@johnm6683]

I love mine and I’m never selling it. I bought a new black RS then a couple of months later they announced the chrome edition. I lost a fortune trading in but I don’t give a shit - the chrome edition Thruxton RS is one of the prettiest bikes ever made imho and has all the performance one needs on the road. I went for the Analog tail tidy as it’s excellent quality and every NRC product I have tried was missing pieces and didn’t fit without mods. Cone slip ons are loud enough and give a nice tone. I also did one piece Triumph seat, oem led front signals and oem heated grips (excellent). I wish it had a slipper clutch and it had been made in Britain but apart from that I wouldn’t change a thing. Love BSMC and always go in for a few jars when I’m over in London. Make your amazing Protective riding jeans in 28L please - they’re the best riding denims out there but my 28 regulars are too short when on the bike and I’m just normal height.

[@100kmp]

Dutch you stole my idea of champagne gold wheels. I've just managed to get the wheels. Once it's complete in a few months I'll send you pics.

[@dutchvansomeren9943]

Yes please. I'm already jealous.

[@100kmp]

@@dutchvansomeren9943 I hope you guys are doing well.

[@FunWithAJ]

I'd love to see those pics as well!

[@Chadsworld85]

Ive got a 2022 in 2-tone silver and absolutely feel the same about mine. It has the exact same mods done except the fairing..and I totally agree..this bike is going to go nothing but up in value. Thanks for the video…it’s nice when someone loves the same bike as much as you do.

[@nitroformula05]

Got my Chrome edition Thruxton RS a couple of months ago…. Great fun to ride and looks fantastic.

[@paulbiggs9279]

It's my 2nd Thruxton and 4th Triumph. By God my Thruxton R 2018, is the best bike I've ever owned.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Beautiful looking machine Dutch - love it! I'm off to check the Triumph website....

[@AJSpinDrift]

I wonder if Triumph will bring out a higher specced Speed Twin R / RS now the Thruxton is discontinued?

[@dutchvansomeren9943]

@@AJSpinDrift I think they want more people to by the Speed Triple RR

[@AJSpinDrift]

@@dutchvansomeren9943 I think the RR is a lovely looking machine and I did contemplate one, but the more sporty position makes it less comfortable to ride than the Thruxton, nor is it as fun to cruise about on at lower road speeds.

[@nystar01]

I got a green-silver 2023 RS last year and love this bike. Glad I got it before it got discontinued. Will keep it forever.

[@thomasskinner240]

Awesome exhaust note.

[@HitchcoxMotorcycles]

Thank you!

[@hockeymann88]

Thruxtons are beautiful bikes. Very sad that they are being discontinued.

[@Laminxfilms]

@bikeshedmotoco looks fantastic! honored to have our Yellow film on your bike! - Ben

[@dutchvansomeren9943]

Thanks Ben. It adds at least 10mph!

[@Laminxfilms]

@@dutchvansomeren9943 lol! man, we've got work to do to improve that 😂 - Ben

[@RorySeanWainer]

As the owner of some 1970s Ducati Super Sports, my Thruxton has same classic good looks but in a modern, reliable & easy to ride package. Definitely a future classic.

[@FunWithAJ]

I'd love to see some photos of your Super Sport Rory

[@RorySeanWainer]

@@FunWithAJ I've sent through a couple of photos the 1974 750SS to your instagram account

[@Dane-o7q]

The green is bomb.

[@triumphthunderbird1]

Triumph make beautiful bikes and the Thruxton is one one of the best.

[@AndysAverageAdventures]

Honestly one of the most beautiful looking bikes on the market for the past few years.

[@andybishop1984]

Nice to see you Dutch, looking good in the LA sunshine. Thruxton looks amazing. I still have the GT1000 that I bought after your very first blog post, off to look at Thruxtons for sale online now

[@dutchvansomeren9943]

I miss that GT! I put a lot pf effort into getting that bike right, lad to see you still have it.

[@HitchcoxMotorcycles]

And we're here ready when you need the best looking, best quality Triumph exhaust money can buy Andy!

[@1002timbo]

I’m so happy I purchased a 2024 RS with the black + gray tank. Speed Twin 900 rims are 19 in front and 18 in back. You probably need Speed Twin 1200 rims that are both 18’s.

[@kenwolfe5697]

I think Triumph designs bikes so they can be easy to ride fast and develop as a rider. The power delivery is much different than their other European counterparts.

[@tendegrees25]

Love mine. Ride it most days, albeit just to the coffee shops in Noosa. Won’t be selling it in a hurry…

[@AlexOnABoat]

She's lovely, and if I had the space to store one, and the skills to ride one, I'd certainly have one. Are the Shed covers still available, I wouldn't say no to a set for my Scrambler 900.

[@MattBlanck]

currently my '16 Diablo Red Thruxton R is sitting in my garage, as I have the Tiger 900 I am breaking in. I might have to look into getting the thruxton tuned as it has be decated

[@peterhubek]

I own one. Same color, with a fairing. My favourite weekend bike.

[@forevermotoring]

whoa, some gorgeous images here...and hadn't heard this news about the Thruxtons...thanks!

[@cloud9847]

she does sound very nice indeed. I have a Street Twin that is my daily and it's hanging in there amazingly well. I put 100 or so miles a day on my Triumph and she's stronger than ever. Wonderful bikes.

[@kamikazeekarrot6306]

Gonna have to buy the fairings for my RS before it goes extinct. But yeah, spot on, cant modify it much becauee it's so good from the showroom

[@djknucklez1]

I have a 2018 Thruxton R and I will never get rid of it.

[@UncleWally3]

The Thruxton is what Norton wanted to be when it grew up. At times I wish the ergonomics were a tad more accommodating but I can see why it’s better that they’re not.

[@dutchvansomeren9943]

With the higher bars the ergos are acceptable.

[@davidforsdike4343]

Use to love triumph. They have lost something now made in far east. Motorcycling mainly old people now. They can't ride with clipons anymore.

[@josheason743]

The ergos are the reason I brought a speed twin 😅love the thruxton still gorgeous

[@colmhaughey7001]

Ordered mine in 2016 while living in Thailand I recall waiting over six months for it to come out of the factory, one of the first ones of the line I’ve since implemented a number of modifications my machine is currently sitting on display in the front window of Triumph’s Khon Kaen Dealership don’t think I could ever bring myself to sell such an iconic machine…!!!

[@HitchcoxMotorcycles]

It's a shame you couldn't bring it back with you!

[@19762002bmw]

It’s an amazing machine straight out of the factory. Yes tail tidy and few other bits personalize it some. But at the end of the day, it’s a best, funniest bike I’ve ever owned. Shame they’re stopping the build but I get it. It’s a business decision. Cheers and thanks for sharing your builds.

[@RonnieM]

Hitchcock's exhaust was off my radar, but incredible looking and sounding!

[@dutchvansomeren9943]

I genuinely think it's the best option out there.

[@knucklesmcqueen3647]

Unfortunately, the updated speed twin wheels (2022 and up) are not plug and play. The rear is fine, but the front doesn't fit apparently.

[@dutchvansomeren9943]

Yikes. I was sure they'd both drop in!

[@JohnCunningham-sy5ug]

Mine is a low mile 2011 I purchased June 2023. It's a blast to ride brit custom exhaust sounds great. Never selling.

[@cmwilfred]

Getting into the biking world…. Took the plunge and got myself the Thruxton FE. Looking forward to it. Cheers Bossman Dutch, you were the inspiration 🙏🏽 @bikeshedmotoco

[@RoccoCoty]

I was in between this and the Ducati Sport Classic GT1000, I'm glad I went with the Ducati I absolutely love it.

[@johnauvin]

Beautiful bike. Nice video !

[@DCGULL01]

Funny, but, I agree whole-heartedly w/ your assessment & adjustments. It IS darn near perfect- right outta the box! Well-done in world of overdone bikes w/ silly & possibly unused accessories! I like my phone mounted so I can use my screens together w/ more info available. Thanks for sharing it as a daily driver as I hope these don't become garage queens due to a perceived value impact! I'm trying to understand the late model 900's version. It looks awesome but I'm hoping it has the same connectedness that the newer 1200 RS version has. Which requires 'ass in seat' time, but, I'm fighting to get my own bikes on the street & out from storage! Nice bike & thanks for sharing it with us!

[@KaneTerry]

Lovely bike

[@rburborough]

Have a look at Arton Works. I've changed my 2016 R speedo and rev dials to black. Much better, and have a yellow back light. Better to see at night. Motodemic LED headlight, gives a far greater coverage. And looks dam cool when starting the bike. Replaced the airbox with foam pod filters. Added TEC cam, and got rid of the cat. After many hours the side edges of the seat gave my inner thighs hell. So a Corbin seat fixed that. And as you so rightly said, you just can't beat the look and style of the Thruxton, love it.

[@Radial-racer]

Buying a 2500 mile 2019 thruxton R in silver ice this weekend. Been saying the exact same thing to my wife about got to get one before the prices go up.

[@bikefreak5787]

Wow - then I saw that ring on the finger sliding dawn the tank 😮 😊

[@AJSpinDrift]

I really like that Hitchox exhaust system, it sounds incredible. I have the V&H pipes on mine with a Motone X-pipe and quite a few other mods, but perhaps a proper tune would be beneficial. I also quite fancy a set of Kieno tubeless wire wheels, but I'm just not sure the cost / benefit will be enough.. then there's the carbon Rotobox Bullet wheel set.. oh my!

[@dutchvansomeren9943]

There's always one more thing... And yes, do the tune!

[@Go_ride_your_bike]

You can buy tint spray. Rc shops will sell it or online

[@FunWithAJ]

More of these videos. I greatly miss regular and members rides on KZbin! Never got my answer from Dutch (still waiting) whyd he pick the showcase vs the non-showcase version?

[@dutchvansomeren9943]

Hey, more vids are inbound. ... Not sure what you mean by showcase version, (unless you mean the TFC) but happy to reply as soon as you clear that up!

[@FunWithAJ]

@dutchvansomeren9943 hey Dutch. Showcase version means the one with the dolphin/headlight fairing and lower bars vs. without (non showcase). Maybe it's a states specific dealer triumph term. Now, it makes sense why you've looked confused when I asked this prior in person.

[@dutchvansomeren9943]

@@FunWithAJ Ah thanks for the clarity. ... Well, the answer is that I've had the Thruxton in RS and Non-R versions, both with and without the dolphin fairing, and both with and without the lower clip-ons, and my preference is; with the fairing - as the design and look is truly iconic - but without the non lower clip-ons, because the higher ones are considerably more comfortable, and they still fit with the fairing ... and you don't notice they are higher once the fairing is on. ... Visually, it's the unfaired bike that actually looks better with the lower clip-on bars. If I was 30, I'd go low, as it is a more pure look... But I also like to ride and sometime function beats form.

[@newellcox5582]

Should have left it stock, except for the exhaust! I like fenders it keeps the road shite off your back, I do like the fairing a lot!😊

[@HitchcoxMotorcycles]

Exhausts are probably the easiest way to make a quick a impact to performance and looks!

[@vegasmike]

I agree 100%. I will never sell my Thruxton and now that they are going to be discontinued the price will go through the roof.

[@MindQuest-Hub]

Bike with one of the best geometry👌

[@countycricklewood]

A thing of absolute beauty!

[@marksmallman4572]

Gorgeous.

[@zackdreamcast]

You should get a belly pan to sharpen the look. Have one on mine and it’s amazing

[@TOTODG73]

Hi! May I know where you found the yellow headlight for the Thruxton RS? Congratulations, it’s really beautiful!!!

[@flatcapcaferacer]

Well said! I've had my Thruxton R for six plus years. I've run mine at the drag strip 55 times and at the Bonneville Salt Flats 19 times with no issues. Link to my last run at Bonneville kzbin.info/www/bejne/nV7YZoqga7Wnnpo

[@HitchcoxMotorcycles]

Stunning Bike! Let us know if you'd like to revisit your exhaust system and we're happy to build anything you need

[@funclubuttrakhand6510]

Thruxton 400 available in india ❤

[@eyezlikeydrums]

Dutch is a rockstar! I wanna be like him when I grow up!!

[@dukabear2640]

😂 Yeah - wonder what his actual name is. I’m saying: Jeremy or Nigel

[@fjpae]

What a beautiful bike!

[@grumpytrumpy8015]

Dutch , if you wanted the ease and benefit of tubeless but like me love spoke rims, why not fit some Kineo rims. I fitted a set to my Tiger as I wanted the benefits of tubeless. They have been an outstanding rim and look amazing!

[@dadieinars]

I’ve always loved the Thruxton but I’ve never wanted to buy one as much as after watching this. ✊

[@Emik_Senberg]

100% agree with every single word. It’s probably the best thing I ever bought.

[@dorian_vlogs]

Wow. I'm second doubting myself now. I own a very special sport classic 1000s with a full fairing, which is very rare. And my favorite 2016 White thruxton 1200, both are for sale and now im second guessing myself. I should keep both and wait it out. 🤔

[@FunWithAJ]

Keep them both. I've got an older Ducati and thruxton rs and have no regrets

[@dorian_vlogs]

@@FunWithAJ I might keep them.

[@dutchvansomeren9943]

Dude... Unless you need the money now, or have no spaca to have them, keep them both. If you wanted either one again in five years, you'd struggle to find what you wanted for the sensible money.

[@dorian_vlogs]

@@dutchvansomeren9943 makes sense. I'm leaning towards keeping them.

[@joeramos7088]

Nothing you said about belt tensions or oil change is true on the Ducati Sport 1000 (Paul Smart). The DS 1000 motors in those models are nearly indestructible. Your Thruxton is lovely and Triumph certainly did a nice job with that model range of bikes. You can’t make a fair comparison between Ducati’s Sport Classic range that entered nearly a full decade before Triumph. Other than that, all I have left to say is, enjoy your ride. 👌🏽

[@dutchvansomeren9943]

Fair comment Joe. My comparisons are based on them both being a European Cafe-Racer Litre-Twin at around 100bhp, with bikini fairing, re-imagined in a 1960s style, using perfromance suspension and brakes on wire-spoke wheels...But, as you say, they are a decade apart. ...I've had 3 sports classics, which I thrashed, but the GT blew up, dropping the valves into the pistons (ouch) despite being very well maintained and lowest mileage of my SCs. Belt slippage may have been the cause. I also used to be a super-contributor on the SC forums (as "LondonDutch") for three years or so, so from tis experience I agree that in general the DS1000 Hypermotard/SportClassic/Monster engine is a great and reliable unit, but, Reg/Recs do fail or even overheat and catch fire (mine melted my undertray), wiring is far from weatherproof (I always replaced my main wiring when I switched to LI batteries), belts and seals go brittle over time, and most owners I know seem to agree that if you mothball one for a year, check everything before you jump on it and ride it. My PS has been stationary for over two years and I am genuinely scared to start it up without a full service... But maybe I'm being a pussy? My friend in LA has two stunning SC1000s and he rides them hard and often. Anyway, I'm agreeing with you, even though I'm justifying my comments. To me both the Triumph and the Ducati fulfilled my needs for a classic styled modern performance bike, so the comparison feels relevant for me, personally, but - as ou say - being a decade younger the Triumph does have an unfair advantage.

[@seanfrank4158]

Triumph really got it right with the Thruxton. It's not my style of ride as I prefer the T120 but I know a good looking motorcycle when I see it.

[@JoshuaRoberts-kq9cs]

I also have a t120 Bonneville and I think the Thuxton is sex on wheels.Being 66yrs young in my mind and having ridden for 61 of those years my body wouldn't cope with the riding position.

[@HitchcoxMotorcycles]

We also offer exhausts for t120...in case you wanted to have new pipes like Dutch's! @@JoshuaRoberts-kq9cs

[@thejasonrk]

I have the flat black/silver/red scheme on my RS, i run it without a fairing but want to get a red or gloss black one with a fairing

[@jatinsharma3792]

You really meet with Goa if you are running this bike, This is absolutely beauty. Why in Indian market they don't sell.? If there are bikes like this the market people never miss to buy this motorcycle.

[@lincolndinh836]

Mate you have good taste in bikes 🏍️ loved your previous video on the Ducati sports classic too. Ive got pretty much the same modifications on my black ttrs too besides a difference exhaust and the lights. I found the fairing was abit too much pressure on the wrist and back so had the original risers put back on. Is it significantly comfier than the ducatis?

[@Ducati_Classic]

I love the color grading on this video. Did you guys use a LUT?

[@gabrielgriffin9230]

own a thruxton TFC carbon fiber version .. it has the special edition vance and hines pipes .... was wondering about pros or cons of upgrading the exhaust ... would you ditch the vance and hines pipes and remove the cat ???? just thinking about how that would affect the performance ?

[@ebonyivorycigarpodcast]

Where did you find yellow headlight? Gorgeous!

[@markbikersfit]

Stunning bike this love it 👍🏻

[@jamesgordon4754]

Lovely bike. Do Triumph supply the yellow headlight glass?

[@sdcorrey]

Speed Twin wheels on the Thruxton are the way. Triumph should have offered them as an option. I lucked out and found a set cheap on eBay that were like new.

[@Fittednocap]

Does it feel lighter now?

[@mansorman457]

Beautiful bike and love the mods! Where did you get the hollowed out stem for the quad lock? Not really anywhere else to attach one and this seems the perfect solution

[@jjnewman65]

Nice piece geeze. Paint it white baby.

[@dutchvansomeren9943]

Tempting...

[@nikkichaigoodman2828]

I have a 01 daytona and was looking at the bonniville during covid then shifted to Thru xton would probably be still debating until I saw 2025 was the final year so as of June 2024 I had to call multiple states but found one, sent the money and will receive it the last week of June.

[@patrickdejesus6059]

I love how it looks. Planning to get one hopefully this month. How tall are you? Just for reference to my height

[@erenmann7432]

What do you think about the 900? And if a 1200 R and 900 would be in the same price which one would you pick?

[@jmercader]

It is a fantastic bike. I will never sell mine

[@martinvanderwiele5464]

Got a 2013 thruxton 900,except for the tron exhausts its completely standard and i love it! Btw,why are they calling you Dutch? Greetings from holland.

[@sergioromano4901]

I can't understand Triumph's decision to stop production of the Thruxton RS, a real shame from a big factory, a huge blunder and they'll realize it very soon

[@icare5]

Hi Guys, Which Thruxton is better? 1200 or the smaller one? Pls comment below

[@NerdblurbSteve]

Is the matte triple crown piece stock? Mine is chrome and i'd really like that piece to be matte.

[@dutchvansomeren9943]

Yes it is in the new 2023 bikes. Wanna swap? I prefer the polished metal.!!!

[@jornvoss6109]

I love the shown badges. Are they for sale in the shop?

[@kishannr911]

Triumph Thruxton 400 is already being tested on Indian roads based on speed 400 line... It will launch in India next year Q4.

[@FunWithAJ]

Heard that was a speed triple 400

[@aromaticsnail]

Now I really want to see that wheels' swap

[@dutchvansomeren9943]

So do I? Anyone got some they wanna swap?

[@edwardsims33]

What do you use to clean it? Especially on yhe engine casings. It looks so good

[@dutchvansomeren9943]

I try not to ride it in the rain, LOL. I hate cleaning bikes. ... and when I do, we have a mobile valet who comes to the LA shed every week - "Anthony Autospa". I know. I'm a dick. Sorry.

[@jatinsharma3792]

Oh my god this is pure classic buty I have seen after RoyalEngieldGT 650 and Sports bike which is MV Augusta

[@dutchvansomeren9943]

Lots of great bikes out there these days. I also have a 650 Royal Enfield which I love.

[@jatinsharma3792]

That bike is very heavy and also engine heats up at an extreme level, not for indian. roads. But is pure beauty which you have, If this is lunch in the Indian market, more buying you will see. @@dutchvansomeren9943

[@georgestathakopoulos1386]

what are the differences between the R and the RS? thank you

[@hustler9043]

Where do I buy a triumph thruxtom 400 cafe racer …. I need help here

[@IbrahimYounes]

Dont change the rims. The originals really nice with what you got.

[@dutchvansomeren9943]

I know... but sometimes I just have to meddle!

[@Jp11987]

Goog morning .How tall are you? . I have doubts about whether it's too small for me . Thanks ¡¡

[@dutchvansomeren9943]

I'm only 5'9" but I know plenty of very tall Thruxton owners, and it's a long bike. Go and sit on one. Even if you were 6'4" I think you'd be ok, and you could add longer rear shock springs? Which you might need on any modern bike that's not an adv?

[@colincampbell4261]

Start the motor!

[@parallaxflight]

What did you use to tune this bike? PCV?

[@dutchvansomeren9943]

DNK Tuneworks supplied a map based in the pipe, air filter and riding style required.

[@FunWithAJ]

Is there any chance you can get/order me a pair of those bsmc engine badges when you get back to London and pick up yours and bring them back to LA? I'll pay of course but itd be great to save on shipping if youre ordering a pair already.

[@dutchvansomeren9943]

I'll see if they will make any more in a small batch.

[@FunWithAJ]

@dutchvansomeren9943 thank you sir! Also still holding out hope for the restock of those bsmc x goldtop gloves in tan/brown. 😉

[@shaunaktotade3590]

Will a 2010 be valuable as well?

[@dutchvansomeren9943]

Yes I think so. All year Thruxton 1200s seem to hold their price.

[@clydearlow8332]

Triumph till die

[@rodpaulette]

Dutch keeps saying that black things are cool! Ok. I’m black and I need a job at the shed LA. I have a Thruxton R in grey sorry. And I’m arriving in Oct. Can you hook a brother up? Social Media guy pass it to the boss. I’m funny with movie credits as well/

[@CorGP]

I think triumph is trimming the fat from their lineup. Also, the 400 is going to deliver great results for them. People are going to realize that they don’t need a liter bike to satisfy their needs.

[@dzjeipii8540]

its is beaty