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Home Motorcycle New Model Information 2008 Motorcycle Models 2008 Triumph Motorcycle Models

2008 Triumph Thruxton

2008 Thruxton Updates

  • Fuel Injection
  • Repositioned handlebars with bar end mirrors
  • New 2008 colors - Jet Black with gold stripe, Aluminum Silver with red stripe

2008 Triumph Thruxton - Tornado Red/White
2008 Triumph Thruxton - Tornado Red/White
2008 Triumph Thruxton - Top View: Shows off its classic lines.
2008 Triumph Thruxton - Top View: Shows off its classic lines.
Many manufacturers are building retro styled bikes, who better to build a 1960's inspired cafe racer than Triumph. The Thruxton gets its name from the famous racing Triumphs of the 1960's.



Triumph raised the one piece handlebar for a sporty but more upright riding position, the bar end mirrors were designed for the Thruxton. The gas cap release was redesigned and is 60% easier to release.

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The big change for 2008 is fuel injection. To retain the classic look the throttle bodies were designed to look like carburetors. The 865cc in-line twin is rated at 69hp at 7,400 rpm and 52 ft. lbs. of torque at 5,800 rpm. Combined with modern suspension, brakes and tires the Thruxton will provide a classic looking ride with modern attitude.

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