BMW R 12 nineT 2026 vs. Triumph Bonneville T120 2020

BMW R 12 nineT 2026

BMW R 12 nineT 2026

Triumph Bonneville T120 2020

Triumph Bonneville T120 2020

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Technical Specifications BMW R 12 nineT 2026 compared to Triumph Bonneville T120 2020

BMW R 12 nineT 2026
Triumph Bonneville T120 2020
BMW R 12 nineT 2026
BMW R 12 nineT 2026
Triumph Bonneville T120 2020
Triumph Bonneville T120 2020

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeBoxerEngine typeIn line crankpin offset
BoreBore101 mmBore97.6 mm
StrokeStroke73 mmStroke80 mm
Engine powerEngine power109 HPEngine power80 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power7,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power6,550 rpm
TorqueTorque115 NmTorque105 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,500 rpmRpm at Torque3,100 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12 Compression Ratio10
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeToughened, DryClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionProp shaftTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesOHC
CoolingCoolingOil-airCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement1,170 ccmDisplacement1,200 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionTelescopic fork
DiameterDiameter45 mmDiameter41 mm
TravelTravel120 mmTravel120 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionParaleverSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberDual Shock
TravelTravel120 mmTravel120 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreload, ReboundAdjustmentPreload
MaterialMaterialAluminiumMaterialSteel

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeTubular, Load-bearing engineFrame typeCentral tube
RakeRake62.3 degreeRake64.5 degree
TrailTrail110.7 mmTrail105.2 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter310 mmDiameter310 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonDouble piston
Shock mountShock mountFixed caliperShock mountFloating caliper

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter265 mmDiameter255 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonDouble piston
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFloating caliper

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Traction control, Modern electronicsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width100 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height90 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter18 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width180 mmRear tyre width150 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height70 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,130 mmLength2,170 mm
WidthWidth870 mmWidth785 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,511 mmWheelbase1,450 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height795 mmSeat Height785 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity16 lFuel Tank Capacity15 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW R 12 nineT 2026

BMW R 12 nineT 2026

BMW has not only given the nineT model series an updated name and a polished design, but also a large chunk of versatility. It remains the characterful naked bike with a vibrant boxer engine, but can also offer significantly more riding pleasure thanks to the new ergonomics, adjustable suspension, better brakes and quickshifter for the first time. Looking good, relaxed cruising or pops through the twisties - the BMW R 12 nineT can do it all!

Great old-school boxer with now EU5+ homologation

First modern quickshifter for this engine

Top brakes

Very sensitive, fully adjustable chassis

Versatile ergonomics

Lots of cool accessory options Agile riding performance

Quickshifter very jerky when shifting up in some situations

Clutch requires a lot of manual force

Considerable price, especially with accessories

Triumph Bonneville T120 2020

Triumph Bonneville T120 2020

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Average Market Price BMW R 12 nineT vs Triumph Bonneville T120

Price BMW R 12 nineT

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Price Triumph Bonneville T120

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