Highlights
- Polished alloy finish over a black frame
- Early model built in Hinckley, UK
- Low mileage of 6,739 miles
- Documented photos from before, during, and after the custom build
- Valid, advisory-free MOT until February 2027
The Appeal
An early Triumph Thruxton 900 speaks directly to those who understand the appeal of a proper modern café racer. Introduced in 2004 as part of Triumph’s modern-classic revival, the Thruxton 900 was designed as a genuine nod to the marque’s 1960s racing heritage, combining traditional café-racer styling with dependable modern engineering. Built at Triumph’s Hinckley factory in the UK, early examples are especially well regarded for their analogue feel, torquey air-cooled parallel twin and clean, purposeful design. For many enthusiasts, this original generation remains the sweet spot in the Thruxton lineage, offering classic character without the compromises of true period machinery.
This particular example was first registered in November 2005 and shows a low recorded mileage of 6,739 miles. It has had three former keepers, with the most recent V5C issued in February 2024, and is accompanied by handbooks, a service book, spare keys and invoices relating to servicing and upgrades. The vendor notes that “photos of the original bike and at various stages of the custom build have been documented,” providing useful visual context to its history.
In terms of condition and presentation, the bike makes a strong impression. The polished alloy finish over the black tubular steel frame presents particularly well and offers the option of being maintained to a mirror shine or allowed to naturally mellow for a more period look. Alongside its visual appeal, this example benefits from a fair few thoughtful upgrades, including suspension improvements, protective components, and recently fitted tyres, suggesting a bike that has been carefully prepared for both riding and display. It benefits from a valid, advisory-free MOT until February 2027 and, as the seller advises, “Everything works as it should,” describing it as “a fantastic looking and riding machine… very much ready to go for the new season.”
The History & Paperwork
- First registered in November 2005
- 3 former keepers
- The photos verify an odometer reading of 6,739 miles
- Last V5C issued in February 2024
- Handbooks, service book, spare keys and invoices for servicing and upgrades are present
- The vendor mentions, “Photos of the original bike and various stages of the build have been documented”
- We’re also informed that “this unique bike has been created with a combination of custom-made and high-quality off-the-shelf performance parts at considerable expense”
- Valid, advisory-free MOT until February 2027
- Vendor history provided below but this is not verified
A note from the seller: “I’m advised it was originally built for the director of the TV series ‘The Mongrels’. It was also previously voted bike of the night at a Biker Headz meet.”
The Condition
- The alloy finish presents particularly well all-round, and can be polished to maintain the mirror finish or allowed to naturally dull for a more aged look
- Black tubular steel twin-cradle frame
- Factory 900 Black leather seat
- Removable rear seat cowl for quick access to the leather pillion seat or luggage space
- Manx 5-gallon baffled alloy fuel tank
- Custom alloy drilled side panels and chain guard
- Alloy front mudguard
- Triumph tail tidy and rear mudguard
- LED tail light
- Rezo Handlebars and top yoke adapter
- Fork gaiters
- Original instrument cluster and fascia
- Evotech sump, frame and oil cooler protection
- Adjustable length rear shock absorbers
- New Bridgestone BT46 tyres in 2025
- New fork seals
- 2-into-1 megaphone-style exhaust pipes
- We’re advised, “Everything works as it should”
The vendor is keen to point out: “This is a fantastic looking and riding machine in excellent condition, all the retro style of a 60’s classic but with added comfort, performance and reliability.” They go on to say, “Very much ready to go for the new season, where it will no doubt draw a crowd at the local bike meet.”
The Mechanics
- 865cc air-cooled, parallel-twin engine
- 5-speed manual transmission
- Circa 69–70 bhp
- Airbox delete with individual ram air filters
- Carburettors properly jetted to suit
- The vendor notes, “The bike performs and handles very well, it’s noticeably quicker than the standard bike, and with better throttle response than the EFI bikes, you’ll be pleasantly surprised!”
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