The Triumph Thruxton RS is a classic motorcycle that boasts all the hallmarks of the original cafe racer, with more power, better handling, and a more contemporary style. The name Thruxton is an internationally acclaimed motorcycle racing icon, born from incredible success at the Thruxton 500 and the Isle of Man TT. The 2023 model year features a 1200.0 ccm (73.22 cubic inches) 270° crank angle parallel-twin engine that delivers 103.0 HP (75.2 kW)) @ 7500 RPM and 112.6 Nm (11.5 kgf-m or 83.0 ft.lbs) @ 4250 RPM. The engine has a compression ratio of 12.0:1 and measures 97.6 x 80.0 mm (3.8 x 3.1 inches). The motorcycle has a 6-speed transmission and a chain final drive. The fuel system is injection, multipoint sequential electronic fuel injection, and the bike has a Euro 5 emissions rating. The Thruxton RS has a brushed 2-into-2 exhaust system with twin brushed silencers and a tubular steel cradle frame with a twin-sided, aluminum swingarm. The motorcycle has a 22.8° rake and a 92 mm (3.6 inches) trail. The front suspension is Showa 43mm USD big piston forks, fully adjustable, with 120 mm (4.7 inches) of travel, while the rear suspension is fully adjustable Ohlins twin shocks with piggy back reservoir, also with 120 mm (4.7 inches) of travel. The bike has 120/70-ZR17 front and 160/60-ZR17 rear tires mounted on 32-spoke, aluminum rims. The braking system consists of double disc ABS Brembo 4-piston radial monobloc calipers on the front and a single disc ABS Nissin 2-piston floating caliper on the rear. The motorcycle has a single bullet seat set-up with a painted seat cowl and weighs 197.0 kg (434.3 pounds). The fuel tank has a capacity of 14.50 litres (3.83 US gallons), and the bike has a range of 4.50 litres (4.76 US quarts). The Thruxton RS is available in Jet Black, Matte Storm Grey/Silver Ice, and features an LCD multi-functional instrument pack with analog speedometer, analog tachometer, gear position indicator, fuel gauge, range to empty indication, service indicator, clock, trip computer, scroll and mode buttons on handlebars, heated grip ready, fuel consumption display, traction control status, and riding mode display. The motorcycle comes with a 2-year unlimited mileage warranty and features traction control and riding modes.
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Last updated: 2026-02-09.