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Triumph Thruxton - 2012 Specifications and Reviews
The 2012 Triumph Thruxton is a classic middleweight roadster built for riders seeking authentic retro styling with modern reliability. Its 865cc air-cooled parallel-twin engine delivers accessible performance and responsive handling, making it ideal for both experienced enthusiasts and those rediscovering the joy of spirited road riding. Best known for combining timeless British café racer aesthetics with contemporary fuel injection and five-speed transmission.
General information | |
| Category | Classic |
| Year | 2012 |
| Model | Triumph Thruxton |
Engine and Transmission Specifications | |
| Exhaust system | Stainless steel headers. twin chromed upswept mufflers |
| Greenhouse gases | 126.9 CO |
| Fuel consumption | 5.47 litres/100 km (18.3 km/l or 43.00 mpg) |
| Driveline | X ring chain |
| Clutch | Wet. multi-plate |
| Transmission type,final drive | Chain |
| Gearbox | 5-speed |
| Cooling system | Air |
| Ignition | Digital-inductive type via engine management system |
| Fuel control | DOHC |
| Fuel system | Injection. Multipoint sequential electronic fuel injection with SAI |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 |
| Bore x stroke | 90.0 x 90.0 mm (3.5 x 3.5 inches) |
| Compression | 9.9:1 |
| Torque | 69.00 Nm (7.0 kgf-m or 50.9 ft.lbs) @ 5800 |
| Power | 69.00 |
| Engine type | Twin, four-stroke |
| Capacity: | 865.00 ccm (52.78 cubic inches) |
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Brakes, suspension, Frame and wheels | |
| Rear brakes diameter | 255 mm (10.0 inches) |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. Nissin 2-piston floating caliper |
| Front brakes diameter | 310 mm (12.2 inches) |
| Front brakes | Single disc. Nissin 2-piston floating caliper |
| Rear tyre dimensions | 130/80-R17 |
| Front tyre dimensions | 100/90-18 |
| Rear suspension | Kayaba chromed spring twin shocks with adjustable preload. 106mm rear wheel travel |
| Front suspension | Kayaba 41mm forks with adjustable preload. 120mm travel |
| Trail | 97 mm (3.8 inches) |
| Rake (fork angle) | 27.0° |
| Frame type | Tubular steel cradle |
Physical measures and capacities | |
| Oil capacity | 4.50 litres (0.30 quarts) |
| Fuel capacity | 16.00 litres (4.23 gallons) |
| Wheelbase | 1,490 mm (58.7 inches) |
| Overall width | 830 mm (32.7 inches) |
| Overall length | 2,150 mm (84.6 inches) |
| Overall height | 1,095 mm (43.1 inches) |
| Seat height | 820 mm (32.3 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Weight incl. oil, gas, etc | 230.0 kg (507.1 pounds) |
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Other specs | |
| Comments | 4W/2WD. Automatic Transmission with Hi/Lo Range and Reverse. Slip Limited Front Differential. DC 12V 10A 120W electric outlet. Made in Taiwan. |
| Wheelbase | 1,280 mm (50.4 inches) |
| Power/weight ratio | 0.0541 HP/kg |
| Dry weight | 364.0 kg (802.5 pounds) |
| Rear tyre | 25/10-12 |
| Front tyre | 25/8-12 |
| Rear Suspension | Double AArm |
| Front Suspension | Double AArm |
| Bore x Stroke | 92.0 x 76.5 mm (3.6 x 3.0 inches) |
| Compression | 9.9:1 |
| Torque | 27.50 Nm (2.8 kgf-m or 20.3 ft.lbs) @ 3500 Revolutions">RPM |
| Capacity: | 503.00 ccm (30.69 cubic inches) |
| Color options | Tornado Red/White Stripe. Jet Black/Gold Stripe |
| Starter | Electric |
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