In 2016, Triumph completely revamped the Thruxton – the evolved looks still captured retro magic, but there was a tremendous bump in performance – especially when it came to the up-spec R version. MCN named it the Best Retro of 2016, calling it “an intoxicating mixture of retro style-meets 21st century performance and technology.”
They admired features which included Brembo monoblocs with ABS, traction control, Ohlins shocks, Showa Big Piston forks, electronic riding modes, and Pirelli Diablo Rosso Corsa tires.
MCN’s gushing continued thanks to the “High Torque” 1,200cc parallel twin engine that produced 96 horsepower and 83 ft-lbs of torque: “it was more than just a styling job. It was a fine-handling, fast, easy to ride and above all fun motorcycle in its own right and even had a devilish appetite for skids and wheelies when you turned the electronics off.”
This example is VIN: SMTD21HF9HT817554. The seller acquired it in April 2025 from a private party.
The odometer shows 9,734 miles. During his ownership, the seller has covered roughly 3,100 miles.
Maintenance:
The seller states: “Service was completed within the last 12 months, and less than 1,800 miles ago including, Red Line 10w50 Motor oil. Replaced all filters. The brake fluid was flushed with DOT 4. Brake pads were replaced with EBC HH and intakes were balanced. LED bulb installed. Chain adjusted and lubed regularly. Suspension tuned by Dave Moss in August 2025. Suspension set up for a 185lbs rider. Blackstone lab oil analysis report available (in Gallery). Clutch cable lubed regularly. Cleaned after each ride. ACF-50 anticorrosion treated in June 2025.”
Mechanical Issues:
The seller states that there are no known mechanical issues.
Modifications:
Aftermarket Windscreen.
Vinyl Rim tape.
Inside of the tank:
It is riding on Pirelli Diablo Rosso Corsa tires with date codes of 3518 and 4418.
The sale includes 2 ignition keys.
Cosmetic Blemishes: please see the album in the “Photos” tab for all known cosmetic blemishes. Here is a selection:
The seller states: “There’s a 1 inch scratch on the rear cowl. A few scratches on the exhaust. No other cosmetic issues.”
Currently located in Huntington Beach, California, this Triumph is offered on a clean California title with registration current through October of 2026.
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