Triumph Thruxton RS 2020 vs. Yamaha XSR900 2018

In terms of engine and drive train, both the Triumph Thruxton RS 2020 and the Yamaha XSR900 2018 have liquid-cooled engines. However, the Thruxton RS has an in-line crankpin offset engine with a displacement of 1200ccm and 2 cylinders, while the XSR900 has an in-line engine with a displacement of 847ccm and 3 cylinders. The Thruxton RS has a slightly lower engine power of 105 HP compared to the XSR900's 115 HP, but it compensates with a higher torque of 112 Nm compared to the XSR900's 87.5 Nm.

Both bikes feature upside-down telescopic forks for the front suspension and swing arm suspension for the rear. However, the Thruxton RS has dual shock absorbers at the rear, while the XSR900 has a monoshock. The Thruxton RS has a steel frame with a central tube design, while the XSR900 has an aluminum frame with a twin tube design.

Triumph Thruxton RS 2020

In terms of brakes, both bikes have double disk brakes at the front with similar diameters (310mm for the Thruxton RS and 298mm for the XSR900). The Thruxton RS is equipped with ABS, as is the XSR900.

In terms of dimensions and weights, both bikes have a front tire width of 120mm and a front tire diameter of 17 inches. However, the XSR900 has a wider rear tire width of 180mm compared to the Thruxton RS's 160mm. Both bikes have a rear tire diameter of 17 inches. The XSR900 has a slightly longer wheelbase of 1440mm compared to the Thruxton RS's 1415mm. The seat height is also slightly higher on the XSR900 at 815mm compared to the Thruxton RS's 810mm. Both bikes have similar fuel tank capacities, with the Thruxton RS at 14.5 liters and the XSR900 at 14 liters.

Yamaha XSR900 2018

In terms of strengths, the Thruxton RS stands out for its attention to detail and many wonderful details, powerful engine, very high-quality brakes, good chassis, and great engine response. The entire motorbike is easy to handle and control. On the other hand, the XSR900 is praised for its extremely sporty and rev-happy engine, excellent brakes, riding at a naked bike level, pleasant seating position, high-quality workmanship, and price-performance ratio.

However, the Thruxton RS has some weaknesses, such as only being available as the top version RS and inadequate splash protection in bad weather. The XSR900, on the other hand, is criticized for its almost too direct response and retro style that is not thought through to the last detail.