Thruxton R 2019
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Is there any reason to go with the 2019 Thruxton 1200 R instead of going for the cheaper 2016 Thruxton 1200 R?
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Sexy green?
I haven't heard of any updates Just the colours I think
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Well the 2019 will be new and the 2016 will be old, but depends if the 2016 has been used or has miles on it, in the start of 2018 I brought a new 2016 Thruxton S old stock and saved $3,500 as well a fairing kit was also fitted, I was happy to get a good deal for a older model, in my mind its still new and the new model at the time had no changes from the older model, so it depends on how much you want to spend or how much you want to save.
Being retired now and carefull with money I have no problems buying new old stock but only if its a good saving and I got a great deal the way I went, my Thruxton still got its 2 year warranty and its insured for what I paid for it and I have no intension in selling it, this is the last new bike I will buy, but then I said that last time lol.
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Well the 2019 will be new and the 2016 will be old, but depends if the 2016 has been used or has miles on it, in the start of 2018 I brought a new 2016 Thruxton S old stock and saved $3,500 as well a fairing kit was also fitted, I was happy to get a good deal for a older model, in my mind its still new and the new model at the time had no changes from the older model, so it depends on how much you want to spend or how much you want to save.
Being retired now and carefull with money I have no problems buying new old stock but only if its a good saving and I got a great deal the way I went, my Thruxton still got its 2 year warranty and its insured for what I paid for it and I have no intension in selling it, this is the last new bike I will buy, but then I said that last time lol.Ashley
Was there anything you wish you had on your S that the R came with?
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Sexy green?
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That's what I figured it didn't seem like there was any major updates from 2016 to the current year. No need to spend 3-5k more just to have a 2019 when the 2016 is the same bike.
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Was there anything you wish you had on your S that the R came with?
I took the R for a test ride and found the suspension to be very harsh, great for racing etc but for street riding and long traveling I went for the S plus I wanted the green, I have set up my bike for traveling, it handles great the Nissin brakes work good and I can do long miles in the saddle, the only things I have done is get rid of the low clip ons and put the stock bars on, did a Meerkat decat and open up the stock mufflers, duel seat a rack on the back and saddle bag surports for my throw over saddle bags for traveling.
What I plan on over time is a set of Ikon shocks on the back and some Racetec springs in the front and that is all the will be needed so far everthing is working great.
At the time I was buying the Thruxton R was $22,400 on the road, the Thruxton S was $20,300 on the road and my old stock with the fairing fitted was $17,990 and when I looked at it I asked for today price cash and the dropped another $1,000 of it, so after buying old stock I am still way ahead in savings and even spend another $1,000 on suspension I am still way ahead in what I saved.
So really the S is the same bike as the R just different suspension and brakes and with the Ikon shocks and Racetec spring up front it will handle as good as the R.
I have a mate with a R and he finds it hard to do the miles comfortably as what I can do my my S, I can keep with him in the tight twisties, but most of the timeIam in front of him and thats with stock S suspension, and I paid $5,000 less than him and he didn't even get a fairing kit lol.
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I think the newer models have a different side stand that doesn't have the shrink wrapped magnet for the side stand sensor. I guess there have been cases of the magnet coming loose, which then disables the bike from running once in gear because it thinks the side stand is still down. Otherwise, I bought a leftover S 16 two years ago in May 17 and have been following for updates and haven't noticed anything of note.
As for the upgraded suspension, it looks like the new Speed Twin has the same suspension as the Thruxton S. That should be an indicator the S suspension is more than adequate. I am sure there is benefit to the upgraded suspension on the R if you are pushing the bike to its limits or racing it on track, etc., but for street riding, even spirited street riding, the S suspension has worked perfectly well for me.
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IMHO, if it has a motor, always buy (gently) used. Bikes, cars, boats, planes. Plenty of bikes out there with less than 2k miles on them. For 30% less than new.
No real difference between a 2016 and a 2019 that I know of, other than colors..
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IMHO, if it has a motor, always buy (gently) used. Bikes, cars, boats, planes. Plenty of bikes out there with less than 2k miles on them. For 30% less than new.
No real difference between a 2016 and a 2019 that I know of, other than colors..
I haven't rode since 2010 and I'm coming from a Honda CBR 600RR, how many miles can you expect to achieve on these new Rs in terms of per tank and the life of the bike?
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3.8 gallon tank, if you are light on the throttle you can get 150 miles before the gas light comes on.
As far as reliability? Can't say but if you maintain them I can see them lastly many, many miles. In my case, probably more than I will ever put on it.
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Sometimes a 3rd year can be better than a first year but most of niggling first year model issues have been addressed already on all 2016s.
My 2016 R has been trouble free. As mentioned above the S model is a great option too and is probably a little more comfortable due to it's softer suspension. Although I have adjusted mine to be more comfortable than it came setup from the factory.
In the short run the value of the 2019 will be better however in the long run first year models almost always better values especially if you got yours via a discount.
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Sometimes a 3rd year can be better than a first year but most of niggling first year model issues have been addressed already on all 2016s.
My 2016 R has been trouble free. As mentioned above the S model is a great option too and is probably a little more comfortable due to it's softer suspension. Although I have adjusted mine to be more comfortable than it came setup from the factory.
In the short run the value of the 2019 will be better however in the long run first year models almost always better values especially if you got yours via a discount.
I'm leaning towards the 2016 Thruxton R for reasons you've stated, the S costing less but I feel the shocks and brakes make up for the difference in price.
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The best thing you could do is find a dealer who has both the R and S and take each one for a ride, my S performs great and I push it hard everytime I ride it, it handles great and I have had my tyres over to edge of their limits and have had no problems at all, as for the Nissin brakes I have had them on both my Thruxtons and have never had any problems with them at all, but then I am not a big heavy user of my brakes, but it also depends on what you get for the price you are willing to pay.
You say you haven't been riding for 10 years and it also depends on how you are going to ride your Thruxton, but which ever you buy both the R and S are great bikes, they are very reliable and will clock up a lot of miles without problems, but of course you got to keep up the maintenance on them as any motorcycles, if its for traveling the S be more comfortable but its how you set up your suspension.
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The best thing you could do is find a dealer who has both the R and S and take each one for a ride, my S performs great and I push it hard everytime I ride it, it handles great and I have had my tyres over to edge of their limits and have had no problems at all, as for the Nissin brakes I have had them on both my Thruxtons and have never had any problems with them at all, but then I am not a big heavy user of my brakes, but it also depends on what you get for the price you are willing to pay.
You say you haven't been riding for 10 years and it also depends on how you are going to ride your Thruxton, but which ever you buy both the R and S are great bikes, they are very reliable and will clock up a lot of miles without problems, but of course you got to keep up the maintenance on them as any motorcycles, if its for traveling the S be more comfortable but its how you set up your suspension.Ashley
I agree back that back test rides is best and try and ride it how you expect to ride it normally. I've taken mine down the drag strip 33 times and run top speed at Bonneville about a dozen times with nary a whimper, so normal riding will be no problem.
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The best thing you could do is find a dealer who has both the R and S and take each one for a ride, my S performs great and I push it hard everytime I ride it, it handles great and I have had my tyres over to edge of their limits and have had no problems at all, as for the Nissin brakes I have had them on both my Thruxtons and have never had any problems with them at all, but then I am not a big heavy user of my brakes, but it also depends on what you get for the price you are willing to pay.
You say you haven't been riding for 10 years and it also depends on how you are going to ride your Thruxton, but which ever you buy both the R and S are great bikes, they are very reliable and will clock up a lot of miles without problems, but of course you got to keep up the maintenance on them as any motorcycles, if its for traveling the S be more comfortable but its how you set up your suspension.Ashley
I agree back that back test rides is best and try and ride it how you expect to ride it normally. I've taken mine down the drag strip 33 times and run top speed at Bonneville about a dozen times with nary a whimper, so normal riding will be no problem.
That's a great idea one which I most definitely will do. I'm kind of wondering though if I should fine a really cheap place to rent a 250cc just to get used to riding again before I do it lol. I haven't been on a motorcycle since 2009-10 lol.
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If you rode a CBR 600RR previously I imagine it will come back to you very quickly. However, do what makes you feel comfortable. Coming from the CBR the forward lean of the Thruxton probably won't be that different to you, as say, a cruiser rider trying out the Thruxton. I'm not sure a 15-20 minute ride will tell you much difference between the two models but it is worth a try.
The Thruxton will have more torque but will not have the top end of the CBR. For the street, the Thruxton probably has more useable power and is quick, but not intimidating.
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I think the Thruxton will suite you, but like any new bike you have to take your time to learn how to ride it, the WC Thruxtons are light feel bike under you, they come with good gripping tyre but the Rs have softer compound tyre to the S, the 1200s are a very torque motors and and are quick enough for road riding in all conditions and has different settings for the road condition, but mine is always in sports mode, as soon as I fire it up my finger is straight on it lol, if you go for a older model just take your time looking for the right one, its great shopping for a new toy.
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Has anyone ever had/ridin a Ducati Monster S4RS or a Sport Classic 1000? I would like to know your thoughts against the Thruxton R
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Has anyone ever had/ridin a Ducati Monster S4RS or a Sport Classic 1000? I would like to know your thoughts against the Thruxton R
What are you smoking out there?
S4RS is in another dimension/warp drive. 4-valves are $$$ to maintain.
Most Sport Classics are less comfortable. Depends on which. A Paul Smart LE has ~ the same power as a Thruxton R, better fairing and suspension which still needs to be sorted/adjusted.
Bottom line, Thrux R is much less fuss to maintain with nearly equal jollies. You will still need a suspension/Ohlins expert to set yours up to taste. An Ohlins specialist will have the correct tools. Others will scratch the #$&@ out of your hardware. :2cents
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Has anyone ever had/ridin a Ducati Monster S4RS or a Sport Classic 1000? I would like to know your thoughts against the Thruxton R
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What are you smoking out there? <img src="http://www.triumphrat.net/images/smilies/wink.gif" border="0" alt="" title="Wink" class="inlineimg" />
S4RS is in another dimension/warp drive. 4-valves are $$$ to maintain.
Most Sport Classics are less comfortable. Depends on which. A Paul Smart LE has ~ the same power as a Thruxton R, better fairing and suspension which still needs to be sorted/adjusted.
Bottom line, Thrux R is much less fuss to maintain with nearly equal jollies. You will still need a suspension/Ohlins expert to set yours up to taste. An Ohlins specialist will have the correct tools. Others will scratch the #$&@ out of your hardware. <img src="http://www.triumphrat.net/images/smilies/2cents.gif" border="0" alt="" title="My two cents" class="inlineimg" />
Man I'm just torn right now, it's always been between the 3. Awhile back before the thruxton R it was easy. Sport Classic all the way but then they discontinued it and now it's about the price of a brand new car.
Anyway I think the ideal is thruxton...1200r, I was considering the 1200 but it just seems like the price difference is a little lopsided. More Rs than S in the used classifieds and both are around the same price.
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