Triumph Thruxton 1200 2017 vs. Triumph Speed Twin 1200 2019

Triumph Thruxton 1200 2017

Triumph Thruxton 1200 2017

Triumph Speed Twin 1200 2019

Triumph Speed Twin 1200 2019

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Overview - Triumph Thruxton 1200 2017 vs Triumph Speed Twin 1200 2019

The Triumph Thruxton 1200 2017 and the Triumph Speed Twin 1200 2019 are both naked bikes with similar technical specifications. They have the same engine type, power, torque, fuel system, cylinders, cooling, and displacement. Both bikes also have a swing arm suspension with dual shocks and preload adjustment. The frame type for both bikes is a central tube steel frame. They also have the same front and rear tire width and diameter, as well as the same fuel tank capacity.

However, there are some notable differences between the two models. The Triumph Thruxton 1200 2017 has a telescopic fork front suspension, while the Triumph Speed Twin 1200 2019 has an upside-down telescopic fork front suspension. The brakes on the Thruxton 1200 have a double disk type with a diameter of 310 mm and double pistons from Nissin. On the other hand, the Speed Twin 1200 has Brembo brakes with a diameter of 305 mm and four pistons. Both bikes have ABS as an advanced rider assistance system.

Triumph Thruxton 1200 2017

Triumph Thruxton 1200 2017

In terms of dimensions and weights, the Speed Twin 1200 has a slightly longer wheelbase of 1430 mm compared to the Thruxton 1200's 1415 mm. The seat height of the Speed Twin 1200 is also slightly higher at 807 mm compared to the Thruxton 1200's 805 mm. The dry weight of the Speed Twin 1200 is lighter at 196 kg with ABS, while the Thruxton 1200 weighs 206 kg with ABS.

When it comes to strengths, the Thruxton 1200 has a successful cafe racer look, a powerful engine, a pleasantly controllable braking system, and inconspicuous electronic features. On the other hand, the Speed Twin 1200 is beautifully designed, even with the details not immediately visible. It has a low seat height, accessible and easy handling, and offers 1200cc and 97hp, making it easy to ride but still emotionally served.

Triumph Speed Twin 1200 2019

Triumph Speed Twin 1200 2019

In terms of weaknesses, the Thruxton 1200 has a somewhat elongated seating position and the suspension spring preload is only adjustable at the rear. The Speed Twin 1200 has a sharp knee angle for tall people, a slightly rough response in Sport mode, and a squeaky rear brake during testing.

Overall, both the Triumph Thruxton 1200 2017 and the Triumph Speed Twin 1200 2019 have their own strengths and weaknesses. The Thruxton 1200 offers a classic cafe racer look and a powerful engine, while the Speed Twin 1200 has a beautiful design and easy handling. Ultimately, the choice between the two models will depend on personal preferences and priorities.

Technical Specifications Triumph Thruxton 1200 2017 compared to Triumph Speed Twin 1200 2019

Triumph Thruxton 1200 2017
Triumph Speed Twin 1200 2019

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn line crankpin offsetEngine typeIn line crankpin offset
BoreBore97.6 mmBore97.6 mm
StrokeStroke80 mmStroke80 mm
Engine powerEngine power97 HPEngine power97 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power6,750 rpmRpm at Max. Power6,750 rpm
TorqueTorque112 NmTorque112 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque4,950 rpmRpm at Torque4,950 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11 Compression Ratio11
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesOHCValvesOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement1,200 ccmDisplacement1,200 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionTelescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
DiameterDiameter41 mmDiameter41 mm
TravelTravel120 mmTravel120 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberDual ShockShock absorberDual Shock
TravelTravel120 mmTravel120 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentPreload
MaterialMaterialSteelMaterialSteel

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeCentral tubeFrame typeCentral tube
RakeRake67.3 degreeRake22.8 degree
TrailTrail90.8 mmTrail93.5 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter310 mmDiameter305 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonFour pistons
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFixed caliper
BrandBrandNissinBrandBrembo

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter255 mmDiameter220 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonDouble piston
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFloating caliper
BrandBrandNissinBrandNissin

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABSAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width160 mmRear tyre width160 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height60 %Rear tyre height60 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
WidthWidth745 mmWidth760 mm
HeightHeight1,030 mmHeight1,110 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,415 mmWheelbase1,430 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height805 mmSeat Height807 mm
Dry Weight (with ABS)Dry Weight (with ABS)206 kgDry Weight (with ABS)196 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity14.5 lFuel Tank Capacity14.5 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Triumph Thruxton 1200 2017

Triumph Thruxton 1200 2017

Even though the Thruxton 1200 is supposed to be the sporty model of the retro line, the normal model was designed to be refreshingly suitable for everyday use and thus harmonious - the sportier Thruxton 1200 R serves the true retro racers anyway. This leaves a powerful engine that revs heartily, a good-natured braking system, a somewhat elongated but sufficiently comfortable seating position and inconspicuously packaged electronic features in a motorbike that visually trumps with reminiscences of the good old days without being embarrassing. Triumph has also done an excellent job with the Thruxton 1200!

Successful cafe racer look

powerful engine

pleasantly controllable braking system

inconspicuous electronic features

Somewhat elongated seating position

suspension spring preload adjustable only at the rear

Triumph Speed Twin 1200 2019

Triumph Speed Twin 1200 2019

The Triumph Speed Twin 1200 looks like a magnificent but also powerful motorbike in the photos. But even when test riding it, it becomes slender and dainty. On the test ride, it goes even further. It is an accessible and easy-to-ride motorbike. In fact, it's small, compact and lively. A good choice if you want to ride 1200 cc and 97 hp and always thought that was way too much. In detail, the Triumph is lovingly and beautifully finished. A heart-warming motorbike.

Beautifully designed - even with the details not immediately visible

low seat height

accessible and easy handling

1200cc and 97hp - easy to ride but still emotionally served.

Sharp knee angle for tall people

slightly rough response in Sport mode

squeaky rear brake during test

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Triumph Thruxton 1200 vs Triumph Speed Twin 1200

There are a few key differences between a Triumph Thruxton 1200 2017 and a Triumph Speed Twin 1200 2019. It takes less time to sell a Triumph Speed Twin 1200 with 87 days compared to 119 days for the Triumph Thruxton 1200. Since model year 2016 1000PS.de editors have written 5 reviews for the Triumph Thruxton 1200 and 14 reviews for the Triumph Speed Twin 1200 since model year 2019. The first review for the Triumph Thruxton 1200 was published on 09/03/2016 and now has more than 38,500 views. This compares to more than 90,200 views for the first review on Triumph Speed Twin 1200 published on 04/12/2018.

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