BMW R 12 2026 vs. Triumph Bonneville T120 Black 2026

BMW R 12 2026

BMW R 12 2026

Triumph Bonneville T120 Black 2026

Triumph Bonneville T120 Black 2026

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Technical Specifications BMW R 12 2026 compared to Triumph Bonneville T120 Black 2026

BMW R 12 2026
Triumph Bonneville T120 Black 2026
BMW R 12 2026
BMW R 12 2026
Triumph Bonneville T120 Black 2026
Triumph Bonneville T120 Black 2026

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeBoxerEngine typeIn line crankpin offset
BoreBore101 mmBore97.6 mm
StrokeStroke73 mmStroke80 mm
Engine powerEngine power95 HPEngine power78.9 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power6,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power6,550 rpm
TorqueTorque110 NmTorque105 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,000 rpmRpm at Torque3,500 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
TravelTravel90 mmTravel120 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionParaleverSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberDual Shock
TravelTravel90 mmTravel120 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreload, ReboundAdjustmentPreload
MaterialMaterialAluminiumMaterialSteel

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeTubular, Load-bearing engineFrame typeDouble cradle
RakeRake60.7 degreeRake64.5 degree
TrailTrail132.5 mmTrail105.2 mm

Brakes Front

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

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, Cornering ABS, Traction control, Modern electronics, IMU (Inertial Measurement Unit), Cornering traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width100 mmFront tyre width100 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height90 %Front tyre height90 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter19 inchFront tyre diameter18 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width150 mmRear tyre width150 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height80 %Rear tyre height70 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter16 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,200 mmLength2,170 mm
WidthWidth830 mmWidth780 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,520 mmWheelbase1,450 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height754 mmSeat Height790 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)227 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)233 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity14 lFuel Tank Capacity14.5 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA2, A
RangeRange274 kmRange308 km
Combined CO2 emissionsCombined CO2 emissions119 g/kmCombined CO2 emissions100 g/km
Combined fuel consumptionCombined fuel consumption5.1 l/100kmCombined fuel consumption4.4 l/100km
Stationary noiseStationary noise86 dBStationary noise95 dB

Equipment

EquipmentEquipmentKeyless System, LED daytime running lights, LED-Headlights, Comfort, LightingEquipmentLED-Headlights, Lighting

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW R 12 2026

BMW R 12 2026

The BMW R12 is more than just a stylish cruiser. It offers comfort, power and surprising agility - a bike to love for long journeys and short trips alike.

Powerful boxer engine

Lots of charisma but still smooth throttle response

Comfortable but low seating position

Agile handling despite cruiser design

Excellent brakes

Good lean angle-dependent traction control

High-quality cornering ABS

Comfortable riding on long lengths

Great features available

Classic design with a modern touch

Stable road holding

Good feedback even on slippery surfaces

Uncomfortable suspension on poor roads

Footrests quickly touch the ground when riding sporty

Relatively high clutch effort

Little travel limits universal character somewhat

Triumph Bonneville T120 Black 2026

Triumph Bonneville T120 Black 2026

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

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

Price BMW R 12

Model year
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Price Triumph Bonneville T120 Black

Model year
Current average market prices

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