Triumph Speed Twin 1200 2021 vs. Triumph Bonneville Speedmaster 2018

Triumph Speed Twin 1200 2021

Triumph Speed Twin 1200 2021

Triumph Bonneville Speedmaster 2018

Triumph Bonneville Speedmaster 2018

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Overview - Triumph Speed Twin 1200 2021 vs Triumph Bonneville Speedmaster 2018

The Triumph Speed Twin 1200 2021 and the Triumph Bonneville Speedmaster 2018 are both impressive motorcycles with their own unique features and strengths.

Starting with the engine and drive train, both models have an in-line crankpin offset engine type with an 80mm stroke. However, the Speed Twin 1200 has a higher engine power of 100 HP compared to the Speedmaster's 77 HP. The Speed Twin 1200 also boasts a higher torque of 112 Nm, while the Speedmaster has a torque of 106 Nm. Both bikes have a fuel injection system and a chain transmission.

In terms of suspension, the Speed Twin 1200 features an upside-down telescopic fork front suspension from Marzocchi, while the Speedmaster has a telescopic fork front suspension from Kayaba. Both models have a swing arm rear suspension with dual shocks and preload adjustment. The Speed Twin 1200 has an aluminum rear suspension material, while the Speedmaster has a steel rear suspension material.

When it comes to the chassis, both bikes have a steel frame with a central tube frame type. The Speed Twin 1200 has a slightly smaller wheelbase of 1413mm compared to the Speedmaster's 1450mm. The seat height of the Speed Twin 1200 is 809mm, while the Speedmaster has a slightly lower seat height of 785mm. The Speedmaster also has a larger fuel tank capacity of 15 liters compared to the Speed Twin 1200's 14.5 liters.

Triumph Speed Twin 1200 2021

Triumph Speed Twin 1200 2021

In terms of brakes, both models have double disc front brakes. However, the Speed Twin 1200 has larger front brake discs with a diameter of 320mm compared to the Speedmaster's 310mm. The Speed Twin 1200 also has four-piston front brake calipers from Brembo, while the Speedmaster has double-piston front brake calipers from Nissin.

In terms of advanced rider assistance systems, the Speed Twin 1200 offers ABS, riding modes, and traction control, while the Speedmaster only has ABS.

Moving on to the strengths of each model, the Speed Twin 1200 is praised for its superb engine, quality workmanship, and material feel. It offers excellent torque in every situation and has playful handling with a good chassis and high-performance brakes.

Triumph Bonneville Speedmaster 2018

Triumph Bonneville Speedmaster 2018

On the other hand, the Speedmaster's strengths include dual front discs, rich torque, and the inclusion of ABS, TC, cruise control, and riding modes as standard. It also has a detachable pillion and offers a wide range of accessories with over 130 options.

In terms of weaknesses, the Speed Twin 1200 is known to have strong heat development under the rider and may feel a little too petite for tall riders. It also has a large turning circle.

The Speedmaster, on the other hand, has a moderate lean angle clearance and a plastic tail light housing, which may be seen as drawbacks by some riders.

Overall, both the Triumph Speed Twin 1200 2021 and the Triumph Bonneville Speedmaster 2018 are impressive motorcycles with their own unique features and strengths. Riders should consider their individual preferences and priorities to determine which model suits them best.

Technical Specifications Triumph Speed Twin 1200 2021 compared to Triumph Bonneville Speedmaster 2018

Triumph Speed Twin 1200 2021
Triumph Bonneville Speedmaster 2018

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn line crankpin offsetEngine typeIn line crankpin offset
StrokeStroke80 mmStroke80 mm
Engine powerEngine power100 HPEngine power77 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power7,250 rpmRpm at Max. Power6,100 rpm
TorqueTorque112 NmTorque106 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque4,250 rpmRpm at Torque4,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12 Compression Ratio10
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesOHCValvesOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement1,200 ccmDisplacement1,200 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionTelescopic fork
BrandBrandMarzocchiBrandKayaba
DiameterDiameter43 mmDiameter41 mm
TravelTravel120 mmTravel90 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberDual ShockShock absorberDual Shock
TravelTravel120 mmTravel73 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentPreload
MaterialMaterialAluminiumMaterialSteel

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeCentral tubeFrame typeCentral tube

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter320 mmDiameter310 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonDouble piston
Shock mountShock mountFixed caliperShock mountFloating caliper
BrandBrandBremboBrandNissin

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter220 mmDiameter255 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonDouble piston
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFloating caliper
BrandBrandNissinBrandNissin

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Traction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter16 inch
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter16 inch
LengthLength2,099 mmLength2,170 mm
WidthWidth778 mmWidth785 mm
HeightHeight1,097 mmHeight1,125 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,413 mmWheelbase1,450 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height809 mmSeat Height785 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity14.5 lFuel Tank Capacity15 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Triumph Speed Twin 1200 2021

Triumph Speed Twin 1200 2021

The better is the enemy of the good, this saying once again proves to be impressively true in the case of the new Triumph Speed Twin. The British have worked on the weak points of the predecessor and thus turned the classic beauty into a real riding machine that does not have to hide from modern naked bikes. Unfortunately, tall riders cannot enjoy the small 1200 quite as easily as riders under 1.85 metres. Be that as it may, the Speed Twin is the perfect modern classic motorbike for me - it combines classic looks with modern handling like no other motorbike on the market today.

Superb engine

quality workmanship and material feel

torque in every situation

playful handling

good chassis

high-performance brakes

Strong heat development under the driver

a little too petite for tall pilots

large turning circle

Triumph Bonneville Speedmaster 2018

Triumph Bonneville Speedmaster 2018

Even though the beach bar handlebars, the seat height of only 705 mm and the torque-heavy engine of the Triumph Speedmaster invite you to relax and glide with the classic cruiser, there is more speed in the latest Bonneville bike than you would expect. A 310 mm double-disc brake, generous suspension travel, adjustable levers as well as two riding modes and a traction control that can be switched off guarantee a rather sporty performance. But you really feel comfortable when you sit back and enjoy the deep roar of the British parallel twin - and maybe even let the cruise control do the work.

Dual front disc

rich torque

ABS, TC, cruise control riding modes as standard

detachable pillion

+130 accessories.

Moderate lean angle clearance

plastic tail light housing

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Triumph Speed Twin 1200 vs Triumph Bonneville Speedmaster

There are a few key differences between a Triumph Speed Twin 1200 2021 and a Triumph Bonneville Speedmaster 2018. There are the same number of bikes of both models available on the 1000PS.de marketplace, specifically 13. It takes less time to sell a Triumph Bonneville Speedmaster with 97 days compared to 163 days for the Triumph Speed Twin 1200. Since model year 2019 1000PS.de editors have written 14 reviews for the Triumph Speed Twin 1200 and 5 reviews for the Triumph Bonneville Speedmaster since model year 2018. The first review for the Triumph Speed Twin 1200 was published on 12/4/2018 and now has more than 90,200 views. This compares to more than 53,200 views for the first review on Triumph Bonneville Speedmaster published on 10/4/2017.

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