I just bought this bike 3 days ago. I have been jonesing to get back into bikes for quite some time. I am most recently coming off a crotch rocket phase (a few Kawi ZX's). I could not bow to the cruiser age, or feel the urge to climb aboard another plastic covered rocket. I was torn between (soon to be released) Ducati classics and the Triumph. The prestige and styling (true retro) sold me immediately. I felt an immediate kinship as soon as I climbed into the saddle. This is what motor biking is about...emotion...pure emotion.
Although it does take some getting used to (riding position), it really is very compliant. I have 363 miles in 2 days - it can't be too bad! Power is a twist away. It is moderate as compared to today's super bikes and even the hooligan bikes (speed triple), but very capable.
If you are looking or classic ageless styling in a competent and capable performer, the Thruxton just may be the answer.
