Triumph Thruxton RS Suspension set-up (Conclusions at the end)

[@MrG00ny65]

I found that leaving the key in the fuel cap while fueling helps. Can`t go anywhere until the tank is properly locked then. I`d love to get mine set up but there is nowhere here in Jersey that does it. Still on the factory settings.

[@landydrvr71]

I had mine properly set up and made a big difference. (2017 Thruxton 1200R) I had the opposite problem where my front was too soft and felt like I was going over the handlebars when stopping. Now it is balanced, handles great and very hard to upset. The most enjoyable motorcycle I've owned.

[@stevesherlockrides]

Makes a guide bike great hey

[@DCGULL01]

Good on ya, mate! That's always one of the 1st. Modifications to ANY 'new to you' motorcycle. If it can be set up wrong (for you), it will be! Some bikes are harder to get right & sometimes a single click is the difference between jarring & supple? No, I have no idea why that happens, either! I get really frustrated when it's rock hard or won't turn in, or, is scary in the curves (front/rear 'fighting' w/ each other! Finally, moving the whole spring assembly higher/lower to get the bike properly stanced along w/ raising/lowering both front forks as needed. Both are fiddly, I'm a perfectionist, so, I guess I'm willing to have the proper adjustments completed & increase enjoyment for the long term.

[@stevesherlockrides]

Sounds like a bloke who knows what he wants on the bike. Respect sir.

[@davidorourke1123]

Just bought one, absolutely love it, going to get suspension setup in due course. Great video

[@stevesherlockrides]

I actually started to dislike it and then realised I only had 15psi in front tire. Now its my go to bike in the garage over my KTM. Where are you?

[@davidorourke1123]

@@stevesherlockrides 15psi wouldn’t help, London

[@alecjefferson6993]

How did you manage that 😱 I leave my keys in the cap!! 🏍️⛽️

[@stevesherlockrides]

Because I'm an idiot lol. I didnt leave my keys in the cap doh! Lesson learnt

[@howardkeynes9845]

Conclusion it's really really nice....

[@stevesherlockrides]

I just love the sound Howard. Giggle factor lol

[@Graeme4561]

Great feedback thanks, I am tossing up between the Triumph 1200 Speed Twin and the Truxton RS, prefer the looks of the RS but the stiff suspension for the road is putting me off, interested your your thoughts.

[@stevesherlockrides]

I find the suspension perfect for the road although I did get it set up for my weight etc. Have done a 800 miles since I bout it and love the ride

[@ericsenicourt1088]

Hello, on your ready Ohlins what are your rebund and compression setting now Manual says stock : 23 rebund / 16 comp Confort : 35 / 20 Sport : 16 / 8 Thanks The rear of my TFC is arsch on bumpy roads…

[@stevesherlockrides]

Sorry mate I sold it a year ago and can't recall, sorry

[@borderreiver8288]

So I may be late with comment! Steve I know u were talking about getting bar risers for this. I am struggling to find the clip where u were talking about this so I thought I would just ask - did u do that? I'm asking because I want to fit the dolphin fairing to my bike which has the raised bars as standard and Triumph will only sell it to me with the lower bars as they say it restricts movement at full lock otherwise. Can u help? Do the risers result in restricted movement? Cheers, Steve.

[@stevesherlockrides]

Hi no problem. I fitted the clip ons directly from the Thruxton naked and onto my RS cafe racers with no issues what soever. They were the triumph oem ones and not to expensive although I did pay th3 dealer to fit as wasn't a straight forward mod. Hope this helps

[@paulbiggs9279]

Good video. What was the cost?

[@stevesherlockrides]

I paid 12 grand

[@shot2focus]

what kind of exhaust are you running... I have THE EXACT same bike...dont forget some engine case guards!

[@stevesherlockrides]

Sorry what vid was this?

[@juergenhildmann5921]

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