Triumph Thruxton Handbook

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Maintenance and Adjustment
If it is necessary to top up the oil level,
remove the filler plug and add oil, a little at a
time, until the level registered in the sight
glass is correct.
Once the correct level is reached, fit and
tighten the filler plug.
Oil and Oil
Filter Change
1. Oil drain plug
The engine oil and filter must be replaced in
accordance with scheduled maintenance
requirements.
• Warm up the engine thoroughly,
and then stop the engine.
• Place an oil pan beneath the engine.
• Remove the skid pan (if fitted).
• Remove the engine drain plug.
Warning
If the engine has recently been running,
the exhaust system will be hot. Before
working on or near the exhaust system,
allow sufficient time for the exhaust system
to cool as touching any part of a hot
exhaust system could cause burn injuries.
Warning
Prolonged or repeated contact with engine
oil can lead to skin dryness, irritation and
dermatitis. In addition, used engine oil
contains potentially harmful contaminants
which can cause cancer. Wear suitable
clothing and avoid skin contact.
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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