Triumph Thruxton R vs BMW R nine T

We head to the Lake District and find some amazing roads to test these 2 stunning bikes...
Reloaded from the Bike World show.

[chienergy]

In the end I bought the Thruxton. The looks, fully adjustable suspension and view from the seat swung it for me. The top yoke, clip ons and dials are such a pleasure to look at whilst riding. For my body the ergonomics are just right. Once over 50mph the air holds me and the faster I ride the further I slide back in the seat and a cushion of air takes more of my weight. So far I feel fine after 3 hours. Great to have the choice of two wonderful bikes.

[shwesq]

They are both highly appealing bikes. But the Triumph is the one that evokes retro nostalgia more. It's like a 1973 Norton Commando 850 or a 1967 Royal Enfield Interceptor with modern performance and reliability!

Very nice scenery by the way and I have lived near a number of nine and ten thousand foot mountains in the American West!

[alians]

I've test ridden these bikes back to back last week. This review is as accurate as you could get. Well done!

[Tom-jcfq]

An honest review from a true English gentleman. For me BMW all the way, just for the stock exhaust sound alone is incredible

[stevenswm]

I don't know if I could give up the looks of the Thruxton, even if giving up a bit of performance. The visual is just such a Class Act, while the bmw is only an attempt at Classy. But, like you said, it's just a personal preference thing. Good objective reviewing!

[diggerrar]

probably the best review of any motorcycles iv seen on youtube, honest in covering the pros and cons of both, and i watch a lot, keep it up

[voltcooltangs]

Man you absolutely nailed this review 5 years ago. I own the Thruxton 1200 & also think it’s not to most immediate in the corners, I often have lean that bit further to make the turn. Tends to understeer but it is very stable on motorways, etc.

[NWPipeSmoker]

The best review I've seen - just a great mood, the right discussion points, the right perspective. Thank you!
-Tom

[gonnahavemesomefun]

Fantastic review. Honest and thoughtful, answered everything I wanted to hear.

[alwynmcmath]

Great to hear an actual opinion at the end and backed up with some good reasoning; I'd choose the same.

[Scootir]

Just faced this very question - Thruxton R vs. R Nine T. To begin let me say they are both awesome bikes, and personally I think the Thruxton is the better looking bike by far. What's weird is that when you're riding in public the R Nine T gets way more nods. And having ridden both I am so happy to have picked the R Nine T. So much more character, and so much better performance. And then so easy to hack apart and make it your own. You really can't go wrong with either bike, but for me the R9T rules.

[alphacapo]

This kid Is a top notch reviewer/speaker. Nicely done sir.

[Phil]

Good to see these two bikes put head to head. I have ridden both myself, and although the seating position of the BMW is more to my liking, I would still go for the Triumph. I prefer the looks, and it did make me grin more :D

[HarryHipster]

Great review. Very insightful and fair. Thanks very much. Although I'm a German BMW driver i must admit that the Thruxton R is a hell of a bike. Classy looks, stunning performance and riding abilities. Not an easy choice, but you made it very clear that the Triumph is the weekender while the BMW goes for the whole week.

[justinmcginty]

I have had a close look at a Thruxton. I love the Pommie bikes, works of art.

[tryarunm]

Loved this review, especially your which-horse-for-which-course comparison at the end!

[wellsbengston]

I own a Thruxton R and mostly agree with this review. In my case, the Thrux is my third bike, and is strictly for fun. The other two are more practical and comfortable for the commute and touring. Having two other bikes, I was able to leave practicality out of consideration, and let my heart choose.

[VineetKumar-jsdo]

You just forgot to mention the huge price difference b/w those bikes. With that extra money i can buy a lot for my Triumph thruxton R like heated grips, aftermarket exhaust, suspension, led turn indicators, comfortable seat, cafe racer fairing. If you prefer cafe racer then i think Thruxton got the best cafe racer DNA. BMW R9T looks like a cross b/w cafe racer & a classic bike.

[OZBIE]

Excellent review, I based my purchasing decision on this review 3 years ago, I was originally looking at the new Norton and ended up looking at the Thruxton, and ultimately chose the BMW RnineT, with no regrets. I've been riding for over 35yrs. and I've never ridden a bike so connected. My bike is like the one in the video but with the awesome exposed welds.

[Lar]

I went for the Thruxton R. Still have my T120. Its such a jewel like a nice heavy expensive watch. Got to mind them though so no use in the rain or wet roads and those chrome / aluminium surfaces need regular polishing even if the bike has not been used since its last clean.