Thruxxor the Thruxton. - motoring|underground

KiLO · #1 02-25-2009, 04:59 AM

I have been searching for several months for the perfect bike. In the past I've owned a Honda and a Triumph, and I've always regretted getting rid of the Triumph. My original plan was to get another 1970-something Honda CB and convert it to cafe racer style, but I eventually came to the conclusion that I'd rather buy something new that will be reliable as a daily rider.

When I saw the Thruxton, I fell in love with it. I went and sat on it, and it was the perfect fit for me. I've never cared for the "fetal" riding position that a sport bike usually places me in.

I finally got down to the Triumph dealer today to do a test ride, and I was hooked. It's just a freakin' sweet bike.

Anyway, more pics to come later, but here are some delivery day pics of the new Thruxton.

I've already got a fender eliminator kit that will turn the bulky fender and lighting set up on the rear of the bike from this:

Into this... Much more streamlined.

Anyway... More pics to come when actually get off the bike to take some pics

trip024 · #2 02-25-2009, 05:01 AM

daaaammn!! Hawt bro!!

Not to familiar w/ bikes but this would be considered a cruiser right?

Brain · #3 02-25-2009, 05:05 AM

Hell Ya miles!! We ride just about every Sunday the weather and road conditions permit.

KiLO · #4 02-25-2009, 05:05 AM

Thanks trip... I'd consider it more of a "sport cruiser"... It handles really well, and it's pretty nimble in the corners. Torque is pretty good on it too.

KiLO · #5 02-25-2009, 05:06 AM

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Originally Posted by Brain

Hell Ya miles!! We ride just about every Sunday the weather and road conditions permit.

Right on dude! Where do you guys ride mostly? One of these weekends I'll have to get up your way and pick up the rear of the group, haha.

trip024 · #6 02-25-2009, 05:09 AM

Ill try not to fall behind too much in my hopefully soon to be Ruckus once my paycheck permits.

Brain · #7 02-25-2009, 05:09 AM

depends who all goes, we hit malibu or angeles crest or gmr...or ?? Anytime you want to come you are more then welcome. Our group has everyone from seriously FAST to just started riding last week and everyone has fun! We just want to have a good ride ( ride your own pace ) and have everyone come home the way they left

Sketch · #8 02-25-2009, 05:11 AM

I dont know much about bikes either but that thing is absolutely gorgeous dude.

KiLO · #9 02-25-2009, 05:11 AM

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Originally Posted by Sketch

I dont know much about bikes either but that thing is absolutely gorgeous dude.

Thanks brotha!

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Originally Posted by Brain

depends who all goes, we hit malibu or angeles crest or gmr...or ?? Anytime you want to come you are more then welcome. Our group has everyone from seriously FAST to just started riding last week and everyone has fun! We just want to have a good ride ( ride your own pace ) and have everyone come home the way they left

Sounds good to me. I will try and make it up sometime soon!

Brain · #10 02-25-2009, 05:12 AM

We are riding this Sunday if you want to join us!

trip024 · #11 02-25-2009, 05:13 AM

can I join Brian?

Brain · #12 02-25-2009, 05:15 AM

of course! You can come in the mini if you want.

trip024 · #13 02-25-2009, 05:16 AM

I was hoping I could ride with you

Pick me up before that effin meeting tom

Brain · #14 02-25-2009, 05:19 AM

my bike is solo

no pegs or back seat, plus you arent cute enough lol I have been sitting here trying to decide weather I drive the e30 and deal with parking at work or ride the bike and be cold and have helmet hair for the meeting...lol

trip024 · #15 02-25-2009, 05:23 AM

I could care less..Im going there straight out of my bed.

Anyhoo...Love the bike Miles.

Hope to join you guys in my scooter soon.