Triumph Bonneville T120 2021 vs. BMW R nineT Scrambler 2018

Triumph Bonneville T120 2021

Triumph Bonneville T120 2021

BMW R nineT Scrambler 2018

BMW R nineT Scrambler 2018

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Overview - Triumph Bonneville T120 2021 vs BMW R nineT Scrambler 2018

In terms of engine and drive train, the Triumph Bonneville T120 2021 features an in-line crankpin offset engine with a power output of 80 HP and torque of 105 Nm. It has a fuel injection system and is equipped with 2 cylinders. The cooling system is liquid-based, and the displacement is 1200 ccm. On the other hand, the BMW R nineT Scrambler 2018 has a boxer engine with a power output of 110 HP and torque of 116 Nm. It also has a fuel injection system and 2 cylinders. The cooling system is oil-air based, and the displacement is 1170 ccm.

In terms of suspension, both bikes have telescopic forks at the front. However, the Triumph Bonneville T120 2021 has a swing arm suspension at the rear with dual shocks, while the BMW R nineT Scrambler 2018 has a paralever suspension at the rear with a monoshock.

In terms of chassis, both bikes have a steel frame. However, the Triumph Bonneville T120 2021 has a double cradle frame type, while the BMW R nineT Scrambler 2018 has a tubular frame type.

When it comes to brakes, both bikes have double disk brakes at the front. The Triumph Bonneville T120 2021 has a front disk diameter of 310 mm, while the BMW R nineT Scrambler 2018 has a front disk diameter of 320 mm.

Triumph Bonneville T120 2021

Triumph Bonneville T120 2021

Both bikes are equipped with advanced rider assistance systems such as ABS.

In terms of dimensions and weights, the Triumph Bonneville T120 2021 has a front tire width of 100 mm and a front tire diameter of 18 inches. The rear tire width is 150 mm, and the rear tire diameter is 17 inches. The wheelbase is 1450 mm, and the seat height is 790 mm. The kerb weight with ABS is 236 kg, and the fuel tank capacity is 14.5 liters.

On the other hand, the BMW R nineT Scrambler 2018 has a front tire width of 120 mm and a front tire diameter of 19 inches. The rear tire width is 170 mm, and the rear tire diameter is 17 inches. The wheelbase is 1527 mm, and the seat height is 820 mm. The kerb weight with ABS is 220 kg, and the fuel tank capacity is 17 liters.

BMW R nineT Scrambler 2018

BMW R nineT Scrambler 2018

In terms of strengths, the Triumph Bonneville T120 2021 is known for its classic forms, superior engine performance, ergonomic design suitable for almost everyone, high-quality workmanship and materials, and comfortable riding experience.

On the other hand, the BMW R nineT Scrambler 2018 is praised for its boxer engine with character, including vibrations, power, and sound. It is also known for its comfortable chassis, pleasant seating position, powerful brakes, cool looks, and relatively lower price compared to the R nineT.

However, the Triumph Bonneville T120 2021 has some weaknesses, including limited lean angle clearance and a chassis that may reach its limits at a brisk pace.

Similarly, the BMW R nineT Scrambler 2018 has a rather hard saddle and spartan dashboards, lacking a rev counter and gear indicator in the base model.

Technical Specifications Triumph Bonneville T120 2021 compared to BMW R nineT Scrambler 2018

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Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn line crankpin offsetEngine typeBoxer
BoreBore97.6 mmBore101 mm
StrokeStroke80 mmStroke73 mm
Engine powerEngine power80 HPEngine power110 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power6,550 rpmRpm at Max. Power7,750 rpm
TorqueTorque105 NmTorque116 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque3,500 rpmRpm at Torque6,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio10 Compression Ratio12
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeDry
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionProp shaft
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingOil-air
DisplacementDisplacement1,200 ccmDisplacement1,170 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionTelescopic forkFront suspensionTelescopic fork
DiameterDiameter41 mmDiameter43 mm
TravelTravel120 mmTravel125 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionParalever
Shock absorberShock absorberDual ShockShock absorberMonoshock
TravelTravel120 mmTravel140 mm

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeDouble cradleFrame typeTubular
RakeRake64.5 degreeRake61.5 degree
TrailTrail105.2 mmTrail110.6 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter310 mmDiameter320 mm

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter255 mmDiameter265 mm

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABSAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width100 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height90 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter18 inchFront tyre diameter19 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width150 mmRear tyre width170 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height70 %Rear tyre height60 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,170 mmLength2,175 mm
WidthWidth780 mmWidth880 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,450 mmWheelbase1,527 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height790 mmSeat Height820 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)236 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)220 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity14.5 lFuel Tank Capacity17 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Triumph Bonneville T120 2021

Triumph Bonneville T120 2021

You can't ride a retro bike more convincingly than on the Triumph Bonneville T120. The name conveys so much classic flair that the actual riding almost takes a back seat. That would be a shame, though, because if you don't care about performance on the last jag, the Bonnie with its superior twin offers a successful all-round carefree package that makes big and small happy. The chrome-glittering British beauty is a museum piece that rides modern.

Classic forms in their purest form

superior engine

ergonomics fit almost everyone

high quality of workmanship and materials

comfortable.

Little lean angle clearance

chassis reaches its limits at a brisk pace

BMW R nineT Scrambler 2018

BMW R nineT Scrambler 2018

There's really no point in trying to figure out why the R nineT is so popular, the concept is obviously an excellent fit for today. The BMW R nineT Scrambler also works excellently, relying on the same "old" boxer engine with air cooling, which BMW has miraculously made Euro4-compatible without sacrificing performance or character. The chassis is softer, the wheelbase longer and the equipment more spartan - but under the alias Scrambler this is perfectly acceptable, after all the focus is on comfortable riding. The optional one-man saddle is a bit hard, but the R nineT Scrambler is by no means uncomfortable, and the riding position is particularly convincing. So if you can live with less equipment, steel instead of aluminium and simpler suspension elements, you can save a lot of money with the Scrambler - which you can then best invest in customising!

Boxer engine with character - vibrations, power and sound included. Nevertheless Euro4-compliant

comfortable chassis

pleasant seating position

powerful brakes

cool looks

much cheaper than the R nineT.

rather hard saddle

spartan dashboards, in the base without rev counter and gear indicator

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Triumph Bonneville T120 vs BMW R nineT Scrambler

There are a few key differences between a Triumph Bonneville T120 2021 and a BMW R nineT Scrambler 2018. It takes less time to sell a BMW R nineT Scrambler with 75 days compared to 144 days for the Triumph Bonneville T120. Since model year 2016 1000PS.de editors have written 8 reviews for the Triumph Bonneville T120 and 16 reviews for the BMW R nineT Scrambler since model year 2016. The first review for the Triumph Bonneville T120 was published on 29/05/2018 and now has more than 11,100 views. This compares to more than 40,200 views for the first review on BMW R nineT Scrambler published on 05/07/2016.

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