Triumph Thruxton RS | The Ultimate PERFORMANCE Retro Classic??

2020 Triumph Thruxton RS - I've always liked the look and thought of owning a retro classic motorcycles but never thought they were for me as they lacked the performance and thrills of modern designs. Well that was until I tried the new 2020 Thruxton RS!!
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[@robertcowin2811]

I can confirm that the stock clip-ons work fine with the fairing.

[@AJSpinDrift]

Great review. Yes, the high clipons do indeed fit with front the cowling. I had them put on mine and it makes for a much more comfortable riding position.

[@LambChopRides]

Thanks for the info!

[@badgerbigglesworth7078]

Yep, me too.

[@johnward3490]

I was amazed when I rode a thruxton they look like a stately home but pull like a train. I was laughing out loud in my helmet not many bike make you do that Great review cheers

[@LambChopRides]

Yes completely agree John, really surprised me!

[@neilcole3406]

Think of all that polishing you could do on a Sunday morning, just like the old days, sniff oh the memories, ‘ l think I’ve got something in my eye, sniff.

[@flamintasty]

I’ve watched this video about 9 or 10 times. I’m absolutely in love with the Thruxton. I’m thinking about selling one of my GSXR 1000’s and buying one of these. Triumph nailed it with this bike, it’s just beautiful.

[@brucekendall52]

Triumph have excelled in recent times in producing Top Notch quality finished bikes.Quite impressive actually.Thks.

[@Bredaxe]

I've been quite impressed with them. I wonder if they're every going to bring back the Thunderbird and the Trophy? I really liked the Thunderbird Storm cruiser.

[@alexreinhardt7126]

This bike with the fairing is giving me feels

[@TheBoltHoleBiker]

Loved this Chops, you’ve managed to articulate exactly what it is about the Thruxton that just makes it such a special bike. Has to be ridden to get it.

[@LambChopRides]

Thanks matey :-)

[@andrewwiltse8882]

Thats a beauty! Great attention to detail at Triumph! Thanks for showing it off.

[@badgerbigglesworth7078]

I hope you didn't thrash it too much because I now own this bike! 🤣 You might like the changes so far... higher bars, V&H exhausts, shiny new mirrors and some leather tank knee pads on order. Bloody love it so far!

[@LambChopRides]

Haha, nope run beautifully Mr Bigglesworth don't you worry sir 👍 enjoy her lovely bike

[@badgerbigglesworth7078]

@@LambChopRides Will do sir! Now I just need a free weekend, some sunshine, a Cornish campsite and the A39.....

[@Bow-to-the-absurd]

That's gorgeous looking Crazy dry weight though That cowl and headlight, with the black and chrome is beautiful

[@AlchemistFL]

Yes mateee (my English bro impersonation) ive been looking for a proper review on this bike with a guy my size. Thanks, cheers from Tennessee, USA 🇺🇸

[@steveharvey4036]

Awww, So reminiscent of a 70's duke (for me anyway). . I want one! Thanks Chops!

[@RickyRicardo03]

Haha “POWEEEEEERRRRRRR” this is my first video I’ve watched of yours, but your already sold me to your channel with that! Cheers 🍻

[@kevinhamilton9920]

Just bought the 2022. Picking up in the morning. I can't even sleep right now I'm so excited.

[@simonquinton925]

I got a T120 last October in black which I love. But this vid is making me shake the piggy bank to see if there's enough to make a change. Damn you Chop :-)

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

I love a Triumph me....and with that cowl the Thrusty is indeed a looker, not sure I can get on with the riding position though...so Speed Twin for me!

[@LambChopRides]

Yes both fantastic machines Andy, actually would be very happy with either on the garage! 👍

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

@@LambChopRides What like giant motorcycling weather cocks you mean?

[@patrickjames8880]

@@LambChopRides A set of EBC HH pads solves the brake bite issue. Yes,the higher stock bars fit under the cowl . And more power is available in the aftermarket .

[@volt7cooltangs701]

decated my 2017 Thruxton S, was £377 with main dealer labour, DNA performance air filter £50 Removed air filter snorkel £0.00. Bike feels 6 to 7 bhp quicker. Dynoed it before mods as stock at 85.68 bhp & 71.44 lbs torque. Will get it dynoed again to check my arse dyno.

[@fastj1962]

Two best things I have in my life come from Thailand, My wife, and My TTR :)

[@theonlyredspecial]

That is quite a special beast ! Lovely jubbly! owning one of these bikes would be cool when you were in a lazy sunday mood.

[@10secondsrule]

Totally in love with this bike. If I ever have another triumph this is the one. Bar the low clip ons.

[@deanharris9331]

Another great and honest review Chops from one of the best bike channels on the tube. 👍😊

[@Motorcycle_Mike]

Fun bike, and great review Chops! Enjoy seeing you rip on bikes, you wouldn’t typically be attached too. Well done Triumph 👍🏻 BTW. Excited for the next Hypermotard project video.

[@LambChopRides]

Thanks! 👍

[@gavinmacdonald2912]

Please try the Z900RS for comparison. Great video!

[@TheLiddleBigChannel]

I run the standard clip-ons with the cowl aka Fairing which lends itself to upright riding in traffic and then you can still slide your butt back for a lower riding position for more spirited riding.

[@Peskarik]

I tried the previous Thruxton RS (or was it R?) and it was a cool piece of iron. Great relaxing weekend ride, can wind out gears without going too fast. Beautifully built and great design. I am generally big fan of Triumph. What I did not like about Thruxton was how narrow it was, really hard to grab it.

[@dougie1325]

I love the look of this bike, beautiful but I would need another bike in the garage and my Mrs will only let me have one.

[@theonlyredspecial]

Dougie time to get a new missus then !

[@dougie1325]

theonlyredspecial now you’re talking 😂😂

[@kleinbottled79]

will only let me have one let me First mistake was 'letting' the missus have an opinion on the matter. Second was listening to it.

[@timothydubber549]

‘Let you’? Surely that’s a joke.

[@breakoutpete210]

Let you?...🙄

[@talkingrock7011]

Thanks for bringing this I’ve been a Triumph owner since the 70s a 1971 650 tiger and a 1969 Bonny are still with me living in the basement and boxes of O/E parts

[@janmuller9878]

I have a Thruxton TFC and get around 200 miles with the 14l Tank. The torque is amazing - i love it!!!

[@chrisrushforth6574]

Chops had the 2017 Thruxton r for a few hr while my speed 3r had rectifier warranty work done.. Bloody good bike 👍

[@michaelhayward7572]

Best thing about watching this, is staring at a pair of proper clocks. Analogue. Not digital. No bar code bollocks. And certainly no ridiculous TFT screen. Chops goes on about the wonderful handling - lets not forget this is old school twin shock - i'm trying to think of another 2020 performance bike that has twin shocks. I cant. Everything is dreary monoshock. I'd probably have the Speed Twin over this as i'm not young anymore and it would be, not a better, but more practical day to day bike. Good vid, get yersen a go on the ST.

[@susanmaggiora4800]

Michael Hayward Yes! I have no idea why digital speedos on cars & bikes have become all the rage. I remember when they did the same with automobiles in the 80’s & that look aged very poorly. I would much rather look at analog gauges. Maybe I’m just hopelessly outdated..

[@volt7cooltangs701]

I’ve got a Thruxton 1200 and altought the analogue dials look amazing I find to read while riding they are terrible, even for analogue clocks, not enough contrast. Old Triumph clocks were great, white dials on a black face very easy to read. TBH sometimes I wish in had an optional digital Speedo and bigger digital Gear indicator.

[@roberthall1437]

G'day mr Chops. Loved the video. This bike is the ultimate Cafe Racer full stop. it's something the Brits do very very well. In my younger day it was the Velo Thruxton, BSA Goldie, Triton and the Norvin,there's a lot more in that category to come. All brilliant.

[@Shinysideup]

Love the look of the thruxton R the fit and Finnish is beautiful, have to agree about analog dials.better than TFT any day

[@sky921s]

I've been thinking about buying one of these for a while, brilliant review.

[@darrenbutler9261]

Had a demo on one just before lock down and could not agree with you more Chops . Thought I was Mike Hailwood for the whole hour i rode it. Showed it to my 80yr old father and I swear he was sporting the fist semi he'd had in 25 years . Grrrreat!

[@LambChopRides]

haha :-) Yeah wanted to show this to my Dad also, he would love it!!

[@thedandybiker684]

I bought a 10 month old TTR with 600 miles on it- for £10k. Toured Scotland on in. Had 160 miles from a tank of gas. Had 120 miles from a tank of gas. Fabulous bike. Shame my local dealer isn't. Almost 3 months for a side stand spring on a safety recall. Chased 3 times- no reply. Puts me off buying another Triumph- and I'm in the market for a 2nd bike.

[@-DC-]

Expensive with Expensive Servicing, Triumph must be absolutely coining it in on these.

[@delararesadv9140]

Stop whinging, earn more coin. Simple.

[@NicePantsLance]

These 1200cc parallel twins aren't complicated. Work on the bike yourself

[@fyorbane]

@@NicePantsLance Invalidates your warranty.

[@NicePantsLance]

@@fyorbane if you wanna pay a dealer $500 to check bolt tightness and fluid levels, then go for it. Warranty expires in only 2 years, so after that just work on the bike yourself. If you have to suck up dealer costs for a couple years, so be it

[@USMCRonin]

Not expensive at all I have one and ever brought it in for annual servicing the first real service is 10,000 miles on these lol.

[@philipjames3526]

So. This video and the 44teeth review, is pretty much the reason for my new purchase - brand new Thruxton RS in black with the Bikini being picked up next week. One minute I was ordering a Speed 1200rs, having looked at the zh2 and even an R1. The next I’m trading in my 765rs for a bike with, turns out. The least amount of power I’ve had on a bike! Why? From, the two aforementioned reviews from Sporty riders make it sound fun, and characterful. So thank you !

[@kenweinstein5416]

yeah, I have a 16 Thruxton R with the optional fairing and I'm running the higher bars , no sweat, Kenny

[@749corsa]

Well done, and thanks for covering the facts on the lowered clip-ons and that the stock height version fits with the cowl. Exactly what I was trying to find out

[@craigmason6656]

Totally agree with you Chops. Triumph have been on a roll for a while now. They're making beautiful bikes across the entire range and proper useable power and none of that 200+hp nonsense. Great video as always. Cheers from Melbourne 👍

[@cecilwilson5442]

Great video chops good fair review for the triumph ☘️☘️☘️👍👍from Belfast Northern Ireland,

[@pup_harris2934]

This is the best review I’ve seen on the thruxton

[@simonworley7783]

Hi Chops Simon the triple fanatic here another brilliant review you always seem to catch the point of any given bike so glad I’ve got one parked next to the moto 2 it would probably be the one I keep long term

[@LambChopRides]

Hi Simon, didnt know you had one too!! Lovely thing isnt it :-)

[@amishrider]

Great video mate! I love the changes Triumph have made. I had the 2017 R in silver, no cowl. I added black Vance&Hines pipes, decat and remapped the ECU; the improvement in performance was definitely noticeable but the new sound was beautiful. I loved touring with it. Only two downsides were the weight, 212kg dry, which sits high making it heavy to maneuver manually, and a crap turning circle.

[@michaeldolan9812]

Great looking bike, love the retro look Great vid as always Mr chops 👍👍

[@christopherdevries1969]

TTS made a super charger kit for the Truxton. It Doubled the horsies. 👍 Good review.

[@LambChopRides]

Oh really, now that would be one to test!!

[@joestrickland5153]

A GREAT looker harkening to T T GLORY!

[@JDelta87]

Test rode the 2017 version of this bike and the quality of components on it was amazing. My conclusion was that I couldn’t see it as much more than a secondary bike but the price suggested otherwise.

[@richardwanamaker9080]

I agree with you but I bought the dang thing anyway. Too beautiful to leave in the showroom

[@lynsmith1096]

Good review Lamb Chop. Nice to see twin exhausts on a bike.

[@JohnnyXoz]

Please ship this to me after you're done and I'll double check your findings, Cheers Chopsy!

[@delararesadv9140]

Yeah the standard risers fit with the dolphin fin. I had to raise it on my thruxton R, couldn't ride it more than 40 mins without major discomfort (for me!) great bike, the torque is just addictive. Love my Speed twin now 👍🏻

[@LambChopRides]

Thanks for the info!

[@supercrazysane]

Are you in the UK? Triumph told me (when I asked) the standard clip-ons with the fairing will fail the MOT, so they wouldn’t fit them

[@funkyfin3023]

I’d love to see a review of the all the TFCs maybe around the Distinguished Gentlemen’s Ride for charity. You’d be welcome to a shot on my Rocket 3 TFC but I live near Edinburgh......

[@883WAYNE]

Nice review chops. Please have a go on the Indian FTR1200S.

[@LambChopRides]

Yes defo want to sort that ride out! 😎😎

[@883WAYNE]

@@LambChopRides you're the Chops...! Jus walk in to any dealership, they'll love to have you rip on one.

[@johnktm950]

Steve Parrish did an 109mph lap of the TT course on the old model, so they ain't slow, the unfaired one as well I think.

[@jamesdonoghue5907]

I have to say, you're my favourite bike reviewer. You come at it from the same perspective that I would if looking for a new bike. I've no interest in this type of bike but still enjoyed the review. Just one thing...it's 'pootling'...poodling sounds like doing something wrong with a small dog!

[@LambChopRides]

hehe thanks James :-)

[@AirwolfBMG]

James it maybe what choppsie said😱after all he was fisting a test bike the other month🙈😂😂

[@willhoult]

Really nice looking bike

[@Gorbyrev]

Looks like this sorts out my one problem with the Thruxton R, every time I cracked open the throttle my backside slid rearwards! Here's to a more sculpted seat.

[@redleadervfr-v4906]

Look great and I like the black and chrome sounds nice too. I would love one but it’s about 20 years too late for me now. Don’t think my legs will bend enough to get on them foot legs, and it would kill my wrists getting down to them clip ons. But yes the bike is a fantastic bit of kit, great review Chops you make a brilliant “salesman” 😀😃

[@jarmo5357]

I had a 82 900SS Ducati & probabley the most comfortable long distance bike I have had, yes I have had BMWs etc but I could do 700km a day on this no worries. Now a Thruxton RS owner & unlikely to do long runs but riding position is of no concern - harden up or buy a cruiser.

[@MrG00ny65]

Picked mine up 4 weeks ago, the racing green/silver one. I agree about the gearbox, it does seem clunky. Might just be because it's new and being run in. Torque is sooooo addictive. So much grunt. I find the suspension quite firm but I am smaller and lighter than you. One downside is V & H no longer do slip ons as an option because of Euro bloody five but standard pipes sound good anyway and there are other aftermarket ones to go for. Leaving mine alone for now though. Great vid, enjoyed watching.

[@JoshuaRoberts-kq9cs]

Verex Exhausts Tasmania Australia make full stainless steel systems for triumphs.Their systems do away with the cat and have a cross over pipe instead.A full exhaust system for my t120 Bonneville is 2600dollars shipped to my home in NSW.These systems are shipped worldwide.

[@johnschlesinger2009]

Wow, that really is something special.

[@paulvanhout9695]

Range on my 2017 Thruxton R is 160-180 miles so I am probably not pushing as hard as you! On a recent weekend ride at a modest pace I was getting 57+ mpg (US gallons) and I have pushed 60+ on occasion. Similar comments on suspension and agree on the brake feel being too soft on initial pull. Excellent review.

[@UberKvlt]

Are you planning on reviewing one of the Royal Enfield models? Would love to hear your opinion of the 650 Interceptor

[@brookcampbell2940]

I purchased a R.E. Continental GT 650 when the Triumph dealer pissed me off and wanted MRSP for a demo bike with 300 miles on it. I still have the GT and done everything to it but the S&S Big Bore. I'm now looking at the Kawi z900rs/cafe or Speed Twin or Thruxton RS. If I get one of the Kawis or Speed Twin, I'll have cash to do the 865 big bore kit on the Enfield and or get the parts from India to turn into an Interceptor (roadster). The R.E.s don't compare if you want power, and even with a Big Bore will only put out 65 Bhp. For the money I've spent on Ohlins Suspension, Tyres, S&S Cam, and other parts I could have purchased that Thruxton R. No regrets.

[@guitar91esp]

It would really be of great help if you can make a video of your bike.

[@stephenhendry447]

A headturner for sure. 👍🏍💨

[@NooBiker]

Puts my first impressions ride video to shame 😭 Good job, Chops! I'm just not used to being that hunched over, my lower back was screaming all the way... It is so thin, totally agree. 8 inches is too small between the legs 🤣

[@LambChopRides]

Will check out you're review Mr NooB :-)

[@NooBiker]

@@LambChopRides thank you, sir! Appreciate your kind comments.

[@koutastone1994]

I own one of these and it is absolutely amazing.

[@wustachemax]

Does the sitting position get tiring on longer rides though?

[@koutastone1994]

@@wustachemax yes, but I knew what I was getting into when I first bought it. So it really doesn’t bother me.

[@STIjojoSTI]

Is this way faster than a speed twin? Which one would you prefer?

[@rhaynhillyard9772]

I'm thinking of getting one for a summer ride once I get my full unrestricted license currently have a Kawasaki Vursys 650 for everyday use and touring 😂

[@jamestonguet1737]

You can run up to a 3" rise on the clip ons without clearance issue ( Apex)

[@randomcol1378]

Great bike , love the shots you get with the 360 degree cameras, really make 's the review.

[@LambChopRides]

Thanks 👍

[@leewatkeys9065]

So you like it 😀😀. I like the new intro. Good work Chops 👍🏻

[@LambChopRides]

Thanks Lee 👍

[@MrAndrew1953]

Brings back memories of a 1979 SD Ducati with the same cowl, conti exhausts. Definitely get the cowl with standard bars. Pretty amazing value compared to a Ducati.

[@brianperry]

Love your enthusiasm, I love the Cafe racer style. Starting my biking in the early sixties, thats what it was all about. That Thruxton is the most beautiful factory build cafe racer bike on the market.

[@richardwanamaker9080]

I bought my silver 17 R just to look at i swear!

[@brianperry]

@@richardwanamaker9080 Bet you have a chair or stool in garage!

[@richardwanamaker9080]

@@brianperry sure do. Even non bikers appreciate the Thruxton, taking pics when parked in public. Thing is, she shifts, brakes, handles as good as she looks! Kinda like marrying the beauty queen that cooks,cleans and really loves you lol.

[@neilcole3406]

She sure looks pretty, lm the same love retro, but love modern performance, Triumph seem to be now filling that gap!

[@sammni]

Triumph are nailing the bikes on the looks department. Who's their design team now days? Sign them up

[@Flip01]

Beautiful bike. Something different for you couldn't really see you on one.👍🇦🇺🍺

[@LambChopRides]

Yeah it lovely Flip 👍

[@Arabeon]

Thanks for the video. If you had the money, would you buy this as your daily rider?

[@TheOriginalCoda]

I think this is going to be my next (and only) bike. Has anyone ever taken one on a track?

[@peterford9369]

Is this really Capt rambunctious in Lamb Chop clothing? Or maybe your related. You're enthusiasm 🤠,,says it all. Nice ride my friend. Stay safe.

[@rogerparis]

Great review, thanks.

[@davidelizabeth4933]

Best moto reviewer, hands down. Thanks, Chopsey! 👍 👨‍👩‍👧❤ 📺LCR

[@LambChopRides]

Wow, thanks!

[@mm999marlon9]

R nine t cafe racer comparison comes to mind! as I have the r nine t racer

[@LambChopRides]

Yes thinking of trying to do a R Nine T comparison to the Speed Twin perhaps.. Dont think BMW have a Racer to lend me...

[@nickphilpot7888]

The pant work looks a amazing on motorbike.

[@LambChopRides]

Yes sure does Nicolas!! And thanks for joining the members team :-)

[@Steve-motorcycles]

I want so many bikes thanks to your reviews. Another 👍

[@mijoizagas3747]

Well done sir!

[@precludeneco]

Great video as always! Apart from the low clip ons, did your legs feel cramped?

[@DrFearCo]

FYI the thruxton RS is not made in Thailand, it’s made in England (as of 2023).

[@simonrobinson7536]

Good review as always, would like to have a go but not sure if I would own one

[@blommotoren7341]

Looks Amazing !!

[@BibtheBoulder]

If you wish to do a comparison with the new Hayabusa then I have a 2020 ZZR1400, just run in you are welcome to use. It is (IMO) way more refined than the original Hayabusa (I owned 5 of them over the years). I am located in Warwickshire.

[@MrJulianbowden]

You get on well with triumph,when are they bringing the that little beauty, the STAG back.😂😂

[@undersail262]

Great video

[@mc2594]

Rowlands Castle!! hehe

[@Lar308]

My 2016 Thruxton R seems just as good but on all models they seem to have deleted the plain glossy silver metallic paint colour - you can only get a mat finish metallic silver. Id consider one if I could get one in my 2016 model paint scheme with the brushed aluminum engine casings but the RS models are overly fussy which spoil the beautiful classic Thruxton styling. Believe me the ordinary Thruxton R is plenty fast.

[@davetechme]

Yes please!

[@martinbaldam6676]

One of these or a 2024 Street Triple RS???

[@lordbentley730]

My bikes I had since 2017 1. Ktm sdr 1301cc 2.v4, duc 3, v4 duc 4, fz7 5, scrambler 800 duc 6, Duc supersport 7 xdiavel s 1260 8 v4 streets duc 9,Thruxton r 1200 10 Thruxton r WOW Only missing that top speed +200mph

[@BN1960]

Nice review as always No reviews ever show how headlights perform in the dark As we approach the shorter days now I wonder if that's something useful?

[@LambChopRides]

Problem is Nigel the Gopro low light performance isnt great so not really very useful.. just comes out black more or less 😂

[@richardwanamaker9080]

Headlight works great at night not quite as good as my 19 Tigers LED lights but they are very good.

[@volt7cooltangs701]

Tbf the older Thruxton 1200 standard and R models will still give you the lovely torque rush that Lamb Chop describes but bhp is up on these at 105bhp. The 1200 R and Standard model were quoted at 96bhp but I dynoed mine at 85.7 bhp at the rear wheel and 71.44 foot lbs of torque. So they are not fast but lovely to ride sedately on that wave of torque. All power and torque on mine fell away at 105mph I kid you not. Must be deliberate engine management from Triumph.

[@flamintasty]

Wrong. Your figure at the back wheel is wheel horsepower. The figure Triumph quote is a crank figure, aka brake horsepower. The reason wheel horsepower is lower than brake horsepower, is due to transmission losses.

[@volt7cooltangs701]

I stand corrected.

[@robertmacdonald7260]

Can you have higher bars while keeping tha fairing on?