Triumph Thruxton R at Brands Hatch

Published: 15 April 2016

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We’re riding Triumph’s Thruxton R at Brands Hatch next Wednesday, to see if it’s as impressive around a track as it is on the road.

Of course, the hot new retro isn’t designed for the circuit, so our test is just a bit of fun, but with its Ohlins, Brembos, punchy twin-cylinder motor and sublime handling, it should be able to hold its own around the famous Kent track.

If you’re in the area come and check the new Triumph out, or there are still spaces available on the MSVT trackday in both the day and evening sessions, if you fancy bringing your own bike along to ride (www.msvtrackdays.com).

See you there! Michael Neeves. MCN Senior Road Tester

Thruxton R at Brands Hatch

We’re taking Triumph’s Thruxton R to Brands Hatch next Wednesday, to see if it’s as impressive around a track as it is on the road.

Of course, the new retro isn’t designed for the circuit, so this is just a bit of fun, but with its Ohlins, Brembos, punchy twin-cylinder motor and sublime handling, it should be able to hold its head up high around the famous Kent track.

If you’re in the area come and check it out, or there are still spaces available on the MSVT trackday in both the day and evening sessions (www.msvtrackdays.com).

See you there! Michael Neeves. MCN Senior Road Tester

By Michael Neeves

MCN Chief Road Tester - Neevesy’s been an MCN Road Tester since 2002. He’s reviewed everything from mopeds to Rossi’s Yamaha M1, and plenty in between He covers tens of thousands of miles a year on the world’s roads and racetracks in his role with MCN, and when he’s not working he’s still on two wheels, racing both modern and classic superbikes for a variety of teams. To cement his position as one of the most influential motorcycling journalists on the planet, Neevesy spent many years as an Elite Instructor at the Ron Haslam Race School, based at the famous Donington Park race circuit. He regularly presents videos on riding tips and road safety, working alongside the likes of Highways England to deliver a strong and consistent message.