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The Thruxton draws on the Spartan café racing machines of the sixties and takes its name from the near-mythic racing Triumphs of that era.
General informationModel: Triumph Thruxton Year: 2008 Category: Classic Rating: 74.2 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other bikes Price as new (MSRP): US$ 7999. Prices depend on country, taxes, accessories, etc. Engine and transmissionDisplacement :865.00 ccm (52.78 cubic inches) Engine type: Twin, four-stroke Power: 69.00 HP (50.4 kW )) @ 7200 RPM Torque :53.00 Nm (5.4 kgf-m or 39.1 ft.lbs) @ 6400 RPM Compression :9.2:1 Bore x stroke :90.0 x 68.0 mm (3.5 x 2.7 inches) Fuel system: Carburettor. Multipoint sequential electronic fuel injection Fuel control: DOHC Ignition: Digital - inductive type Cooling system: Air Gearbox: 5-speed Transmission type, final drive: Chain Clutch: Wet. multi-plate Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheelsFrame type: Tubular steel cradle Rake (fork angle): 27.0° Front suspension : 41mm forks with adjustable preload Rear suspension : Chromed spring twin shocks with adjustable preload Front tyre dimensions: 100/90-18 Rear tyre dimensions: 130/80-R17 Front brakes: Single disc Front brakes diameter: 320 mm (12.6 inches) Rear brakes: Single disc Rear brakes diameter: 255 mm (10.0 inches) Physical measures and capacitiesDry weight: 204.6 kg (451.0 pounds) Power/weight ratio: 0.3373 HP/kg Seat height: 790 mm (31.1 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. Overall height: 1,095 mm (43.1 inches) Overall length: 2,149 mm (84.6 inches) Overall width: 696 mm (27.4 inches) Wheelbase :1,440 mm (56.7 inches) Fuel capacity: 16.65 litres (4.40 gallons) Other specificationsStarter: Electric Color options: Jet Black with Gold Stripe. Tornado Red with White Stripe. Aluminum Silver with Red Stripe Further informationParts and accessories Check out parts and accessories from our other partners.
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