Triumph Thruxton R vs BMW R nineT video reviewBMW's R nineT raised the bar for heritage motorcycles and two years later Triumph has finally answered, with the 2016 Thruxton R. Watch our review of the two kings of the retro class. Steve Farrell Updated: 23 Sep 2019 BrandTriumphCategoryCafe RacerEngine Capacity1200ccREAD our full review here. Previous Back-to-back test: Triumph Thruxton R vs BMW R nineT Next Living with the Triumph Tiger 1200 GT Pro Sponsored ContentSubscribe to our NewsletterGet the latest motorcycling news, reviews, exclusives and promotions direct to your inboxFor more information, read our Privacy Policy Leave this field blank Latest Reviews Motorbike Yamaha R9 Review: New R9 tested on road and track 20/08/25 Gear Vanucci Art XIX Womens Combi Jacket Review 05/08/25 First Ride 2025 BSA Scrambler 650 - First ride review 31/07/25 First Ride 2025 BSA Bantam 350 first ride review 31/07/25 Motorbike GSX-8T review: Do Suzuki’s Timeless Titans make the grade 16/07/25More Reviews Motorbike The Oset TXP-24 is the most enjoyable way to hone your skills 14/07/25 Motorbike First impressions of the Voge DS800X Rally from the ABR Festival 09/07/25 Gear Aerostich AD-1 riding trousers review 04/07/25 Motorbike Ultraviolette F77: Mach 2 Review: Indian-Made E-Bike Breaks Electric Silence 02/07/25 Gear Shark Aeron GP Review: Road and Track With MotoGP-Spec Lid 01/07/25