Triumph Thruxton RS (1200 HP) — OEM Fluid, Tire Pressure & Maintenance Specs
1,200cc Liquid-Cooled 270° Parallel-Twin 105hp Tune (Showa BPF, Ohlins Twins & Brembo M50) · Source: Triumph Thruxton RS (1200 HP) (2020–2024) Official Owner’s Manual Maintenance Specifications
According to the Triumph Thruxton RS (1200 HP) (2020–2024) Official Owner’s Manual Maintenance Specifications, the 2020–2024 Triumph Thruxton RS (1200 HP) (chassis DE01A/DE04) requires 3.2 L (3.38 US qt) of SAE 10W-40 (JASO MA2, API SH or higher (Castrol Power 1)) engine oil for a drain-only change and 3.4 L (3.59 US qt) with filter service (T1218001 / HF204). Standard solo cold tire pressure is 248 kPa / 2.48 bar / 36 PSI front (120/70 ZR17 M/C (58W)) and 290 kPa / 2.90 bar / 42 PSI rear (160/60 ZR17 M/C (69W)), paired with 2× NGK LMAR8A-9 spark plug(s) and a YTX12-BS battery.
Drain only: 3.2 L (3.38 US qt)
R 290 kPa (2.90 bar)
Est. Range: ~287 km (178 mi)
1. Engine Lubrication, Filter & Clutch Specifications
| Clutch Architecture | Wet Multi-Plate Manual Clutch NEVER use JASO MB |
|---|---|
| Recommended Viscosity & Grade | SAE 10W-40 (Alt: SAE 10W-50) · JASO MA2 · API SH or higher (Castrol Power 1) |
| Oil Volume (Drain / With Filter / Overhaul) |
• Drain only: 3.2 L (3.38 US qt) • With filter/strainer: 3.4 L (3.59 US qt) • Complete dry overhaul: 3.8 L (4.02 US qt) |
| OEM Oil Filter Code & Type | T1218001 / HF204 |
| Correct Oil Level Check Method | Hold bike upright on level ground 3–5 min after warm shutdown; read crankcase sight glass |
| Oil Drain Bolt Torque | 25 N·m (18.4 lb-ft / 2.55 kgf·m) — Use fresh crush washer |
2. Cold Tire Pressures, Wheels, Ignition & Drivetrain
| Front / Rear OEM Tire Sizes | Front: 120/70 ZR17 M/C (58W) · Rear: 160/60 ZR17 M/C (69W) (Tube-Type Spoke Rim) |
|---|---|
| Cold Tire Pressure — Solo Riding |
Front: 248 kPa / 2.48 bar / 36 PSI Rear: 290 kPa / 2.90 bar / 42 PSI |
| Cold Tire Pressure — 2-Up / Loaded Touring |
Front: 248 kPa / 2.48 bar / 36 PSI Rear: 290 kPa / 2.90 bar / 42 PSI |
| OEM Spark Plug & Quantity | NGK LMAR8A-9 × 2 (Gap: 0.8–0.9 mm) |
| OEM Battery Code & Rating | YTX12-BS (12V 10.0Ah MF AGM) |
| Final Drive Maintenance | 525 Heavy-Duty X-Ring Chain — Maintain 25–35 mm slack and lubricate regularly |
| Brake Fluid & Coolant | DOT 4 · OAT ethylene-glycol coolant for aluminum radiators (50:50 premix) |
3. Ergonomics, Range & Scheduled Service Intervals
| Displacement · Max Power · Peak Torque | 1200 cc · 105 hp @ 7,500 rpm · 112 N·m (82.6 lb-ft) @ 4,250 rpm |
|---|---|
| Seat Height & Wet Curb Weight | 810 mm (31.9 in) · 215 kg (474 lbs) |
| Fuel Tank & Est. Real-World Range | 14.5 L (3.8 US gal) · ~19.8 km/L → ~287 km (178 mi) |
| OEM Scheduled Maintenance Intervals |
• First Break-In: 1,000 km • Engine Oil / Filter: 16,000 km / 16,000 km • Air Filter / Spark Plug: 16,000 km / 32,000 km • Valve Clearance Check: 32,000 km |
4. Generation Cutoffs & Real-World Wrenching Gotchas
Model-Year & Chassis Generation Notes
Evolved from the Thruxton R in 2020 with higher compression, magnesium cam cover, and 105 hp (+8 hp), concluding production with the 2024 Final Edition.
Oil & Clutch Mechanical Engineering Note
Highest-output 105 hp state of tune in the Bonneville twin family; run full-synthetic SAE 10W-50 JASO MA2 (3.4 L w/ HF204) for brisk canyon/track riding.
Garage Wrenching Gotchas
- Sticky Metzeler Racetec RR tires sit on tubed anodized wire-spoke rims—check cold pressures before every ride to prevent tube heat buildup.
- Delivered strictly with a solo bullet seat cowl; inspect Ohlins twin-shock upper bushing preload rings regularly for road grit.
5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What oil volume, JASO grade, and oil filter code does the Triumph Thruxton RS (1200 HP) (2020–2024) require?
Because its wet multi-plate clutch shares engine oil with the gearbox, run SAE 10W-40 (JASO MA2) at 3.2 L (3.38 US qt) drain-only and 3.4 L (3.59 US qt) with filter (T1218001 / HF204).
How do you accurately check the oil level on the Thruxton RS (1200 HP), and what are its service intervals?
Hold the motorcycle dead-vertical on level ground 2–3 minutes after warm shutdown and verify the oil sits mid-way between the Upper and Lower marks in the crankcase sight glass—never on the sidestand. Torque the drain plug to 25 N·m with a new crush washer. Factory oil change intervals are every 16,000 km, with valve clearance inspection every 32,000 km.
What are the cold tire pressures, puncture repair type, seat height, and range of the Thruxton RS (1200 HP)?
Equipped with 120/70 ZR17 M/C (58W) front and 160/60 ZR17 M/C (69W) rear tube-type rims (mushroom/string plugs will not seal—carry spare inner tubes), set cold tire pressures to 36 / 42 PSI (248/290 kPa) solo or 36 / 42 PSI loaded. Seat height is 810 mm (31.9 in) at 215 kg wet weight, delivering ~287 km per 14.5 L tank.