Triumph Thruxton Handbook

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How to Ride the Motorcycle
Braking
1. Rear brake pedal - all models
1. Front brake lever - all models
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Warning
WHEN BRAKING, OBSERVE THE
FOLLOWING:
Close the throttle completely, leaving the
clutch engaged to allow the engine to help
slow down the motorcycle.
Change down one gear at a time such that
the transmission is in first gear when the
motorcycle comes to a complete stop.
When stopping, always apply both brakes
at the same time. Normally the front brake
should be applied a little more than the
rear.
Change down or fully disengage the clutch
as necessary to keep the engine from
stalling.
Never lock the brakes, as this may cause
loss of control of the motorcycle and an
accident.
Warning
For emergency braking, disregard down
changing, and concentrate on applying the
front and rear brakes as hard as possible
without skidding. Riders should practice
emergency braking in a traffic-free area.
Triumph strongly recommend that all
riders take a course of instruction which
includes advice on safe brake operation.
Incorrect brake technique could result in
loss of control and an accident.

Triumph Thruxton Specifications

General

Displacement	1200 cc
Transmission	6-speed
Bore x Stroke	97.6 mm x 80 mm
Max Torque	112 Nm @ 4, 950 rpm
Fuel System	Fuel injection
Final Drive	Chain
Clutch	Wet, multi-plate
Frame	Tubular steel
Rear Suspension	Twin shocks
Front Brakes	Dual 310mm discs, 2-piston calipers
Rear Brakes	Single 220mm disc, 2-piston caliper
Front Wheel	17 x 3.5 in
Rear Wheel	17-inch
Length	2100 mm (82.7 in)
Width (Handlebars)	745 mm (29.3 in)
Height	1, 030mm
Seat Height	810mm
Wheelbase	1, 415mm
Rake	22.8 º
Fuel Capacity	14.5 liters
Weight (Dry)	203kg
Weight (Wet)	223kg
Exhaust	2-into-2