2017 Triumph Thruxton 1200 vs 2017 Triumph Street Twin

Full specifications comparison • 2 motorcycles

Comparing 2 motorcycles

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2017 Triumph Thruxton 1200

Naked bike

Engine

Four stroke, 270° crank angle parallel-Twin, SOHC. 4 valve per cylinder.

Power

71.5 kW / 96 hp / @ 6750 rpm

Top Speed

N/A

Weight

206 kg / 454 lbs

2017 Triumph Street Twin

Naked bike

Engine

Four stroke, 270° Crank angle parallel twin, SOHC, 8 valves

Power

40.5 kW / 55 hp @ 5900 rpm

Top Speed

N/A

Weight

198 kg / 437 lbs

Full Specifications

Differs Same

General
Year	2016 - 17	2016 - 17
Colours	-	Jet black, Crnberry red, Matt black, Phantom black, Aluminium silver
Make Model	Triumph Thruxton 1200	Triumph Street Twin
Dimensions
Seat Height	805 mm / 31.7 in	750 mm / 29.5 in
Wheelbase	1415 mm / 55.7 in	1415 mm / 55.7 in
Height	1030 mm / 40.6 in without mirrors	1114 mm / 43.9 in (without mirrors)
Length	2105 mm / 82.9 in	-
Width	745 mm / 29.3 in	785 mm / 30.9 in
Weights & Capacities
Dry Weight	206 kg / 454 lbs	198 kg / 437 lbs
Fuel Capacity	12.5 Litres / 3.8 US Gal / 2.7 Imp gal	12 L / 3.2 US gal / 2.7 Imp gal
Performance
Max Power	71.5 kW / 96 hp / @ 6750 rpm	40.5 kW / 55 hp @ 5900 rpm
Max Torque	111.9 Nm / 11.4 kgf-m / 82.6 lb-ft. @ 4950 rpm	80 Nm / 8.16 kgf-m / 59 ft-lb @ 3230 rpm
Engine
Displacement	1200 cc / 73.2 cu-in	900 cc / 54.9 cu in
Engine Detail	Four stroke, 270° crank angle parallel-Twin, SOHC. 4 valve per cylinder.	Four stroke, 270° Crank angle parallel twin, SOHC, 8 valves
Bore x Stroke	97.6 x 80 mm	84.6 x 80 mm
Compression Ratio	11.0:1	10.55:1
Cooling System	Liquid cooled	Liquid cooled
Emissions	EURO 4 Compliant, CO2 - 106.0 g/km	-
Exhaust	Chromed 2 into 2 exhaust system with twin chrome silencers	Brushed stainless steel, 2 into 2 exhaust system with twin silencers
Fuel Consumption	-	3.87 L/100 km / 25.8 km/l / 60.8 US mpg / 73.0 Imp mpg
Fuel Induction	Multipoint sequential electronic fuel injection	Multipoint sequential electronic fuel injection
Ignition	Digital electronic	Digital
Lubrication	-	Wet sump
Starter	Electric	Electric
Drivetrain
Clutch	Wet, multi-plate assist clutch	Wet, multi-plate, slip-assist
Final Drive	Chain, X-ring	Chain, X-ring
Transmission / Drive	6 Speed	5-Speed
Chassis
Frame Type	Tubular steel cradle, Twin-sided, aluminum swingarm	Tubular steel cradle, twin-sided tubular steel swing-arm
Suspension - Front	Kayaba 41mm cartridge forks	Kayaba 41 mm fork
Suspension - Rear	Kayaba twin shocks with adjustable preload	Kayaba twin shocks with adjustable preload
Rake	22.7°	25.1°
Trail	90.8 mm / 3.57 in	102.4 mm / 4.0 in
Wheel Travel - Front	120 mm / 4.7 in	120 mm / 4.7 in
Wheel Travel - Rear	120 mm / 4.7 in	120 mm / 4.7 in
Wheels & Brakes
Brakes - Front	2 x 310mm discs, Nissin 2-piston axial floating calipers, ABS	Single 310mm disc, Nissin 2 piston floating caliper, ABS
Brakes - Rear	Single 220mm disc, Nissin 2-piston axial floating caliper, ABS	Single 255mm disc, Nissin 2 piston floating caliper, ABS
Tyres - Front	120/70 ZR17 - Pirelli Angel GT	100/90-R18
Tyres - Rear	160/60 ZR17 - Pirelli Angel GT	150/70-R17
Wheels - Front	32-spoke 17 x 3.5 in	2.75 x 18, Cast aluminium alloy, multi-spoke
Wheels - Rear	32-spoke 17 x 5 in	4.25 x 17, Cast aluminium alloy, multi-spoke

Verdict

Winner on specs

2017 Triumph Thruxton 1200

The 2017 Triumph Thruxton 1200 edges out the 2017 Triumph Street Twin thanks to its dual front discs and larger displacement. Specifications are one part of the picture - dealer support, parts availability, and intended use all matter too.

Key Differences

2017 Triumph Thruxton 1200 - Advantages

Dual front discs: Greater stopping power and better heat management under hard braking.
Larger displacement: 1200 cc vs 900 cc - more cubic capacity means broader torque delivery and greater low-end pull.

2017 Triumph Street Twin - Advantages

Lower seat height: 750 mm vs 805 mm - accessible to a wider range of rider heights.

2017 Triumph Thruxton 1200 vs 2017 Triumph Street Twin - FAQs

What are the engine differences between the 2017 Triumph Thruxton 1200 and 2017 Triumph Street Twin?

The 2017 Triumph Thruxton 1200 uses Four stroke, 270° crank angle parallel-Twin, SOHC. 4 valve per cylinder., while the 2017 Triumph Street Twin is powered by Four stroke, 270° Crank angle parallel twin, SOHC, 8 valves.

Which is lighter, the 2017 Triumph Thruxton 1200 or the 2017 Triumph Street Twin?

The 2017 Triumph Street Twin is lighter at 198 kg compared to 206 kg for the 2017 Triumph Thruxton 1200 - a difference of 8 kg. This is a small difference unlikely to be a deciding factor in everyday riding.

Which bike is better for shorter riders, the 2017 Triumph Thruxton 1200 or the 2017 Triumph Street Twin?

The 2017 Triumph Street Twin has the lower seat at 750 mm, making it more accessible. The 2017 Triumph Thruxton 1200 sits higher at 805 mm. A seat height below 800 mm suits most riders; above 820 mm shorter riders may need to tiptoe.

Which should I buy, the 2017 Triumph Thruxton 1200 or the 2017 Triumph Street Twin?

Both are strong choices. The 2017 Triumph Thruxton 1200 has the edge in dual front discs and larger displacement, while the 2017 Triumph Street Twin stands out for lower seat height. Visit dealers, arrange test rides, and factor in local parts and service costs - these often matter as much as the spec sheet.

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