Triumph Thruxton RS 2020 vs. Triumph Street Cup 2017

The Triumph Thruxton RS 2020 and the Triumph Street Cup 2017 are both naked bikes from Triumph, but they have some notable differences in terms of specifications and features.

Starting with the engine and drive train, the Thruxton RS 2020 is equipped with a more powerful engine, producing 105 HP compared to the Street Cup's 55 HP. The Thruxton RS also has higher torque at 112 Nm compared to the Street Cup's 80 Nm. Both bikes have a fuel injection system and liquid cooling, but the Thruxton RS has a larger displacement at 1200ccm compared to the Street Cup's 900ccm.

In terms of suspension, the Thruxton RS features an upside-down telescopic fork from Showa at the front, while the Street Cup has a telescopic fork from Kayaba. The rear suspension on both bikes is a swing arm with dual shocks, but the Thruxton RS has Öhlins shocks with adjustable compression, preload, and rebound, while the Street Cup has Kayaba shocks with only preload adjustment.

Triumph Thruxton RS 2020

Both bikes have a steel frame with a central tube design, providing stability and rigidity. The Thruxton RS has a slightly larger front brake diameter at 310 mm compared to the Street Cup's 310 mm. The Thruxton RS also has four-piston Brembo front brakes, while the Street Cup has double-piston Nissin front brakes. Both bikes are equipped with ABS for advanced rider assistance.

In terms of dimensions and weights, the Thruxton RS has a front tire width of 120 mm and a rear tire width of 160 mm, both with a diameter of 17 inches. The Street Cup has a narrower front tire width of 100 mm and a rear tire width of 150 mm, with a front tire diameter of 18 inches and a rear tire diameter of 17 inches. The Thruxton RS has a slightly shorter wheelbase at 1415 mm compared to the Street Cup's 1435 mm. The seat height of the Thruxton RS is 810 mm, while the Street Cup has a lower seat height of 780 mm. The dry weight of the Thruxton RS is 197 kg with ABS, while the Street Cup weighs slightly more at 200 kg with ABS. Both bikes have a fuel tank capacity of 14.5 liters for the Thruxton RS and 12 liters for the Street Cup.

Triumph Street Cup 2017

In terms of strengths, the Thruxton RS stands out for its attention to detail with many wonderful details, powerful engine, high-quality brakes, good chassis, great engine response, and overall easy handling and control. On the other hand, the Street Cup is praised for its stunning looks, torque-strong and elastic engine, and sporty yet comfortable seating position.

However, the Thruxton RS has some weaknesses, including being only available as the top version RS and having inadequate splash protection in bad weather. The Street Cup's weakness lies in its electronics not remembering that the traction control was deactivated after switching off the ignition.

Overall, the Triumph Thruxton RS 2020 offers more power and advanced features compared to the Triumph Street Cup 2017, making it a more performance-oriented option. However, the Street Cup still has its own appeal with its stylish design and comfortable riding position.