Triumph Scrambler 1200 XE 2025 vs. BMW R 1200 GS 2009

Triumph Scrambler 1200 XE 2025

BMW R 1200 GS 2009

Technical Specifications Triumph Scrambler 1200 XE 2025 compared to BMW R 1200 GS 2009

Triumph Scrambler 1200 XE 2025

BMW R 1200 GS 2009

Triumph Scrambler 1200 XE 2025

BMW R 1200 GS 2009

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	In line crankpin offset	Engine type	Boxer
Bore	Bore	97.6 mm	Bore	101 mm
Stroke	Stroke	80 mm	Stroke	73 mm
Engine power	Engine power	90 HP	Engine power	105 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	7,000 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	7,500 rpm
Torque	Torque	110 Nm	Torque	115 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	4,250 rpm	Rpm at Torque	5,750 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	11	Compression Ratio	12
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Prop shaft
Cylinders	Cylinders	2	Cylinders	2
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Cooling	Cooling	liquid	Cooling	Oil-air
Displacement	Displacement	1,200 ccm	Displacement	1,170 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Strut
Adjustment	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound	Adjustment	Preload

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Swing arm	Suspension	Single swing arm
Adjustment	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound	Adjustment	Preload

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Four pistons
Shock mount	Shock mount	Floating caliper	Shock mount	Fixed caliper

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Piston	Piston	Single piston	Piston	Double piston
Shock mount	Shock mount	Floating caliper	Shock mount	Floating caliper

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	21 inch	Front tyre diameter	19 inch
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Length	Length	2,330 mm	Length	2,210 mm
Width	Width	905 mm	Width	915 mm
Height	Height	1,250 mm	Height	1,450 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,570 mm	Wheelbase	1,507 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	845 mm	Seat Height	850 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	15 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	20 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

Triumph Scrambler 1200 XE 2025

The Triumph Scrambler 1200 XE combines strong character with real versatility. It looks great, sounds fantastic, convinces on the road and gravel, but demands respect in handling and behaviour. Not an all-rounder for everyone, but a special niche bike with a lot of personality and a not inconsiderable price.

superb engine

beautiful to look at

full electronics package that can be completely deactivated if required

sublime riding experience, good bike for tall people

customisable ergonomics

pleasingly low fuel consumption and emissions

sound as bassy as ever

Exhaust heat still noticeable

original equipment tyres not up to standard

high centre of gravity

limited steering angle

sluggish direction changes

limited ergonomics when standing

sensitive in the event of a rollover

BMW R 1200 GS 2009

Either it was a stroke of luck or the best developers were at work - handlebars, geometry, seat, knee angle, footrests - it just fits really well for the majority of Central Europeans. All in all, there is still no motorbike that can kill the GS.

Optimal wind protection

comfortable seat

good posture

positive ergonomics

weather robust

quiet chassis.

Seat a little too low.

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Triumph Scrambler 1200 XE 2025 vs. BMW R 1200 GS 2009

Technical Specifications Triumph Scrambler 1200 XE 2025 compared to BMW R 1200 GS 2009

Engine and Drive Train

Suspension Front

Suspension Rear

Brakes Front

Brakes Rear

Dimensions and Weights

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Triumph Scrambler 1200 XE 2025

BMW R 1200 GS 2009

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Triumph Scrambler 1200 XE vs BMW R 1200 GS

Price Triumph Scrambler 1200 XE

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