Ride and Handling: 3.5 / 5
The latest Thruxton does away with the clip-on’s and has a low slung handle bar instead. It lends a sporty stance while still being comfortable on the back. However, with a little heavy throttle and extended arms, your wrists and forearms would get a good workout on a long ride.
The bike wears Metzeler shoes with a 130/80 17 inch rear and 100/90 18 inch front tyre, which lend it a decent ride, stability at high speeds and good grip around corners. With a 1.5 meter wheelbase and 230 kg wet weight, it isn’t a traffic carving machine. However, once we got used to the weight, it held its line well, boosting our confidence around corners. Undoubtedly, this is no street fighter. For kids who wish to scrape pegs at every corner and win drag races, look elsewhere. This machine is to be enjoyed for the love of riding at a comfortable pace, wearing a classic half-helmet coupled with old fashioned fighter jet goggles.
Ride quality is decent, as we did encounter some broken roads which did not break our backs. The telescopic suspension up front and the tubular cradle frame took the Indian bad roads in its stride with ease.
We wish the brakes had some more bite though. For a motorcycle that gathers momentum rather quick, the brakes could’ve been a tad better. Having said that, the bike does remain stable and planted under heavy braking, but don’t expect it to stop on a dime. Maybe Triumph wanted it that way, as it adds more character and enhances the nostalgic appeal of the motorcycle.
>>Next Page for Fuel Economy>>
It’s mostly our man behind the lens, Bobby Roy. Also, more than the camera, it’s the L-series lens working its magic.
Thanks a lot for the compliments though.
By the way if you dont mind can i ask which killer camera you use for the photoshoot i really like your next page concept to pack the surprise in every page! Superb Review keep it going as well as Raoringg