2016 Triumph Thruxton Brakes Problems
- Complaints
- 17about this part
- Share
- 81%of 21 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 2,875miles
- Trend
- FallingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 17 complaints about the brakes of the 2016 Triumph Thruxton, 81% of the 21 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 2,875 miles.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“When using the front brake, I have to press the lever in once, then press it a second time to experience its proper braking potential. This has been an ongoing issue since owning the bike. I've noticed how jerky the brake would react. Very squishy when pressing the brake lever first pump, then reacts immediately with subsequent brake pumping. This has the potential to cause harm to me, my bike or someone else.”
NHTSA complaint #11387984, filed 2021-01, 2 miles“The front brakes since the beginning have felt spongy and I had a few close calls when I had to apply the brakes hard, the motorcycle still kept going I have to double pump to have them actually work properly.”
NHTSA complaint #11366962, filed 2020-10, 2,950 miles“My 2016 Triumph Thruxton r has always had issues with the front brake. Since purchasing the motorcycle I have noticed that while riding it and coming to a stop using the front brake it does not stop as effectively as it should. Upon grabbing the front brake and squeezing the lever the brake is slow to stop the motorcycle and has a spongy feeling. However, when I double pump the brake (or squeeze the lever once, release, and squeeze it in a second time) the brake is instant and quick to brake and stop the motorcycle. …”
NHTSA complaint #11387901, filed 2021-01, 2,800 miles“The front brakes have a very spongy feel and require multiple pulls or 'primer pulls' for the front brakes to engage correctly. In emergency brake situations, I do not get full braking power out of the front brakes when the lever is pulled in quickly. The lever goes all the way back to the handlebar grip. Dealers and shops have tried bleeding my brakes numerous times to fix the issue but the lever response does not improve. They all suggest that I change the whole system. I thought the issue was only my bike until a community of riders with my same bike experienced the same issue. …”
NHTSA complaint #11331149, filed 2020-06, 4,000 miles“The brakes do not have pressure on the first pull. The pressure is built by pumping the brake lever but will then lose pressure again within 15 minutes. In the event of an emergency the brakes could take too long to engage. This is a common problem on all 2016-2019 Triumph Thruxton 1200 r motorcycles.”
NHTSA complaint #11388167, filed 2021-01, 500 milesRelated service bulletins
- 10138369Mar 27, 2018Technical Bulletin 188 provides instructions that apply to Triumph Diagnostic Tool Compatibility with Windows Operating Systems, Fog Lights Warning, TFT Instruments - Calibration…
- 10125302Aug 5, 2017Dealer notice supplying information regarding the front brake noise coming from some of the water cooled Bonnevile models
- 10125297Mar 20, 2017Technical News 174 provides instructions that apply to Front Brake Calipers, Rider Configurable Modes, Breather Cover Bolts Tightening Sequence, Crankcase Tightening Sequence…
- 10122030Mar 20, 2017Technical News 174 provides instructions that apply to Front Brake Calipers, Rider Configurable Modes, Breather Cover Bolts Tightening Sequence, Crankcase Tightening Sequence…
Brakes: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 3 | 60% |
| 2016 | 17 | 81% |
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About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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