Triumph Thruxton R 2018 User Manual

General Information
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• Place the seat cover facing
upwards, on a clean, flat surface
using the metal stand and two
plastic stands at the rear of the
seat to rest on.
• See page 154 for seat cleaning
information.
Seat Lock
Warning
To prevent detachment of the seat
during riding, after installation always
grasp the seat and pull firmly upwards.
If the seat is not correctly secured in
the lock, it will detach from the lock.
A loose or detached seat could cause
loss of motorcycle control and an
accident.
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1. Seat lock
The seat lock is located on the left hand
side of the motorcycle, on the frame
below the seat.
The seat can be removed to gain access
to the battery, fuse box (on certain
models) and Owner's Handbook.
Seat Removal and Installation
Warning
To prevent detachment of a seat
during riding, after installation always
grasp the seat and pull firmly upwards.
If the seat is not correctly secured it
will detach from the lock.
A loose or detached seat could cause
loss of motorcycle control and an
accident.
All Models except Street Scrambler
Seat Removal
To remove the seat:
• Insert the ignition key into the seat
lock and turn it counterclockwise.
This will release the seat from its
lock.
• Slide the seat upwards and
rearwards for complete removal
from the motorcycle.
Seat Installation
To reinstall the seat:
• Engage the seat's tongue
underneath the bracket near the
fuel tank.
• Line up the hinges and press down
at the rear to engage the seat lock.
Note
An audible click can be heard when the
seat is fully engaged into its lock.

Triumph Thruxton R 2018 Specifications

General

Displacement	1200 cc
Compression Ratio	11.0:1
Torque	112 Nm @ 4, 950 rpm
Fuel System	Multipoint sequential electronic fuel injection
Final Drive	Chain
Gearbox	6-speed
Frame	Tubular steel cradle
Front Tyre	120/70 ZR17
Rear Tyre	160/60 ZR17
Seat Height	810 mm
Dry Weight	203 kg
Engine Type	Liquid-cooled, 8 valve, SOHC, parallel twin
Bore x Stroke	97.6 mm x 80 mm
Power	97 PS / 96 bhp (72 kW) @ 6, 750 rpm
Exhaust	2 into 2
Clutch	Wet, multi-plate
Front Wheel	17 in
Rear Wheel	17 in
Front Suspension	Showa 43 mm
Rear Suspension	Ohlins piggyback reservoir
Front Brakes	Twin 310mm
Rear Brakes	Single 220mm disc, Nissin 2-piston caliper, ABS
Instrument Display	LCD multi-functional
Width (Handlebars)	745mm
Height Without Mirror	1030mm
Wheelbase	1415 mm
Rake	22.8 °
Fuel Tank Capacity	14.5 L