The End of an Era: Triumph Unveils Thruxton Final Edition (FE)

[DaveM]

Our favorite Hinckley-based bike brand has just punted out a final edition of their ultimate café racer, the iconic Thruxton that has been a worldwide favorite since 1964.

Triumph’s press release (published to Roadracing World) tells us that this 2025 Thruxton FE (Final Edition) will celebrate a final fleet before the model departs from the Triumph lineup; Ben Purvis from CycleWorld adds to this news that the Thruxton FE will be manufactured “until the end of 2024 without a cap on how many units are built.”



A view of Triumph’s 2025 Thruxton FE (Final Edition). All media provided by Triumph.

Triumph‘s 2025 Thruxton FE is built from the same base as Triumph’s Thruxton RS of the same name which lauds the following in specs/features:

• A 1200cc Bonneville engine, the most powerful version of the classic British parallel twin
  • Euro 5 compliant
  • 104hp (105PS) @ 7,500rpm with 82.6lbs-ft (112Nm) of torque available @ 4,250rpm
  • A responsive low-inertia engine with high compression pistons, revised ports and cam profile delivers thrilling performance (and that trademark Thruxton exhaust note)
• Fully adjustable, race-spec Showa USD ‘Big Piston’ forks and twin Öhlins piggy-back rear suspension
  • best-in-class agility, control, and rider feedback
• Tubeless, 32-spoke, 17” aluminum 32-spoke wheels
• Prime Metzeler Racetec RR tires
• “Best in class” Brembo M50 radial monobloc calipers with ABS
• Ride modes include “Road,” “Rain,” and “Sport,” alllowing “on-the-fly adjustments to throttle map and traction control settings”
• Twin clock instrument setup for easy access to ride mode settings, gear position indicator, fuel level, and odometer.
• USB charging port

A view of Triumph’s 2025 Thruxton FE (Final Edition). All media provided by Triumph.

Per the media accompanying this release, Triumph is bestowing this final edition with a “Competition Green” metallic paint scheme, adding beautiful, hand-painted gold line work on the fuel tank and seat cowl with the artist finishing their work with a concealed signature. ]

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Blacked-out side panels and mudguards add extra pop, while a gold Heritage Triumph logo, Thruxton Final Edition branding, an FE engine badge and the obligatory certificate of authenticity create an exclusive package.

Suffice it to say we will miss this machine – and so will Triumph’s Chief Commercial Officer (CCO):

The Thruxton has a special place in the hearts of many motorcyclists, and we are all immensely proud of this Final Edition, which captures the essence of the British café racer scene. The Thruxton will bow out of production at the very pinnacle of its development with a special edition that secures its place in the history books of Triumph Motorcycles.”

– Paul Stroud, CCO, Triumph Motorcycles

What do you think of Triumph’s 2025 Thruxton FE?

*All media provided by Triumph*​

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[DaveM]

The first time I ever saw a Thruxton I really did not like it.

Over the years it grew on me to the point where I would really enjoy owning one now.

 

[DoorPosition]

This is going to be EXTREMELY tempting.

 

[atomsplitter]

The first time I ever saw a Thruxton I really did not like it.

Over the years it grew on me to the point where I would really enjoy owning one now.

I couldn't resist the temptation and now I'm glad I spent the money. A very fun scoot.

 

[Rocky]

Because I'm "of a certain age" I was never tempted to own a Thruxton but I always liked their looks and this one is a beauty

 

[atomsplitter]

Because I'm "of a certain age" I was never tempted to own a Thruxton but I always liked their looks and this one is a beauty

Whatcha talkin' bout? I'm over both 70 yrs. and 300 pounds. Doesn't stop me from being an idiot.....and having fun.......

 

[Rocky]

Whatcha talkin' bout? I'm over both 70 yrs. and 300 pounds. Doesn't stop me from being an idiot.....and having fun.......

I love it! Good for you

 

[sikatri]

A good thing I already have a Thruxton! LoL. It’s a beauty, shame it will be the last edition. Something tells me there will be Thruxtons at some future point. Classics always seem to come around.

 

[DoorPosition]

Triumph sure makes some F’d up decisions.

 

[brooke]

I have bastardized mine with street fighter bars and comfort seat so it’s more rideable . I’ve done 700 k days on it a couple of times and it’s not bad but this year I was busy getting the Tiger 850 kitted up so I didn’t even register it . Felt guilty about that many times so will have to get it roaded next year . It’s parked beside the Camaro and before long it will be an orphan also . Misery loves company , Mom would say .

 

[DoorPosition]

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I wonder if the Speed Twin effected Thruxton sales to the point that it was no longer really viable to keep the line going. At the end of the day Speed Twins are really just less sporty looking Thruxtons. Practically so, anyway.

The Speed Twin has been an absolute home run for Triumph and I’d imagine guys who are hesitant to pick up a Thruxton for age, joint, cost reasons etc would commonly consider a Speed Twin more seriously to scratch that itch.

“Suburban Thruxtons” if you will.

 

[sikatri]

I have bastardized mine with street fighter bars and comfort seat so it’s more rideable . I’ve done 700 k days on it a couple of times and it’s not bad but this year I was busy getting the Tiger 850 kitted up so I didn’t even register it . Felt guilty about that many times so will have to get it roaded next year . It’s parked beside the Camaro and before long it will be an orphan also . Misery loves company , Mom would say .View attachment 56283

Gorgeous!

 

[sikatri]

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“ ‘Tis a ting of beauty!”


I wonder if the Speed Twin effected Thruxton sales to the point that it was no longer really viable to keep the line going. At the end of the day Speed Twins are really just less sporty looking Thruxtons. Practically so, anyway.

The Speed Twin has been an absolute home run for Triumph and I’d imagine guys who are hesitant to pick up a Thruxton for age, joint, cost reasons etc would commonly consider a Speed Twin more seriously to scratch that itch.

“Suburban Thruxtons” if you will.

Good point. It could also be used by some to create a “Thruxton” when the itch becomes unbearable. LoL.

 

[brooke]

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“ ‘Tis a ting of beauty!”


I wonder if the Speed Twin effected Thruxton sales to the point that it was no longer really viable to keep the line going. At the end of the day Speed Twins are really just less sporty looking Thruxtons. Practically so, anyway.

The Speed Twin has been an absolute home run for Triumph and I’d imagine guys who are hesitant to pick up a Thruxton for age, joint, cost reasons etc would commonly consider a Speed Twin more seriously to scratch that itch.

“Suburban Thruxtons” if you will.

From my u tube research the Speed Twin was indeed the culprit involved in the TTR’s demise . Thruxton sales in the UK were down to under one hundred per year but ST sales were many times higher . The first year of the TTR many of them were being sold used with extremely low miles on them . A real good looker but difficult to live with …

 

[CarlS]

Good point. It could also be used by some to create a “Thruxton” when the itch becomes unbearable. LoL.

Most definitely. I never owned a Thruxton because I didn't like the riding position. But thay are beautiful bikes.