Triumph Scrambler 1200 XE 2019 vs. BMW R 1250 GS 2019

Triumph Scrambler 1200 XE 2019

Triumph Scrambler 1200 XE 2019

BMW R 1250 GS 2019

BMW R 1250 GS 2019

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Overview - Triumph Scrambler 1200 XE 2019 vs BMW R 1250 GS 2019

In terms of engine and drive train, the Triumph Scrambler 1200 XE 2019 is equipped with an in-line crankpin offset engine with a displacement of 1200ccm. It has a stroke of 80mm, producing 90 horsepower and 110 Nm of torque. The starter is electric and the transmission is chain-driven. On the other hand, the BMW R 1250 GS 2019 features a boxer engine with a displacement of 1254ccm. It has a stroke of 76mm, delivering a higher power output of 136 horsepower and 143 Nm of torque. The starter is also electric, but the transmission is a prop shaft.

In terms of suspension, the Triumph Scrambler 1200 XE 2019 is equipped with an upside-down telescopic fork with a diameter of 47mm and a travel of 250mm. The front suspension can be adjusted for compression, preload, and rebound. The rear suspension consists of a swing arm with dual shock absorbers, also offering a travel of 250mm. The rear suspension can be adjusted for compression, preload, and rebound. On the other hand, the BMW R 1250 GS 2019 features a telelever front suspension with a diameter of 37mm and a travel of 190mm. The front suspension can be adjusted for preload. The rear suspension consists of a single swing arm with a monoshock absorber, offering a travel of 200mm. The rear suspension can be adjusted for preload and rebound.

In terms of chassis, both motorcycles have a steel frame. The Triumph Scrambler 1200 XE 2019 has a double cradle frame type, while the BMW R 1250 GS 2019 has a load-bearing engine frame type.

Triumph Scrambler 1200 XE 2019

Triumph Scrambler 1200 XE 2019

In terms of brakes, both motorcycles have double disk brakes at the front. The Triumph Scrambler 1200 XE 2019 does not provide specific details about the type of brakes. The BMW R 1250 GS 2019 has stable braking performance.

In terms of advanced rider assistance systems, both motorcycles are equipped with ABS. The Triumph Scrambler 1200 XE 2019 also features riding modes, ride by wire, and traction control. The BMW R 1250 GS 2019 additionally has anti-slipping control and ride by wire.

In terms of dimensions and weights, the Triumph Scrambler 1200 XE 2019 has a front tire diameter of 21 inches and a rear tire width of 150mm with a diameter of 17 inches. It has a wheelbase of 1570mm and a seat height of 870mm. The fuel tank capacity is 16 liters. The BMW R 1250 GS 2019 has a front tire diameter of 19 inches and a rear tire width of 170mm with a diameter of 17 inches. It has a slightly shorter wheelbase of 1525mm and a lower seat height of 850mm. The fuel tank capacity is larger at 20 liters.

BMW R 1250 GS 2019

BMW R 1250 GS 2019

In terms of equipment, both motorcycles are equipped with LED headlights. The BMW R 1250 GS 2019 also has an adjustable windscreen. The Triumph Scrambler 1200 XE 2019 does not provide specific details about additional equipment.

In terms of strengths, the Triumph Scrambler 1200 XE 2019 stands out for its beautiful exterior, high-quality components, great chassis, powerful and high-torque engine, and excellent off-road performance. On the other hand, the BMW R 1250 GS 2019 excels in its extremely high-torque boxer engine, good sound, comfortable seating position suitable for long distances, stable braking performance, good weather protection, standard color TFT display, and LED headlights.

In terms of weaknesses, the Triumph Scrambler 1200 XE 2019 has limited touring suitability, a high seat height that may be problematic for smaller riders, somewhat tippy turn-in behavior, and the possibility of right leg burns due to the high-mounted exhaust. The BMW R 1250 GS 2019 has manageable standard equipment and a long surcharge list, as well as a jagged appearance with little elegance.

Technical Specifications Triumph Scrambler 1200 XE 2019 compared to BMW R 1250 GS 2019

Triumph Scrambler 1200 XE 2019
BMW R 1250 GS 2019

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn line crankpin offsetEngine typeBoxer
StrokeStroke80 mmStroke76 mm
Engine powerEngine power90 HPEngine power136 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power7,400 rpmRpm at Max. Power7,750 rpm
TorqueTorque110 NmTorque143 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque3,950 rpmRpm at Torque6,250 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11 Compression Ratio12.5
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath, AntihoppingClutch TypeAntihopping
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
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid-air
DisplacementDisplacement1,200 ccmDisplacement1,254 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionTelelever
DiameterDiameter47 mmDiameter37 mm
TravelTravel250 mmTravel190 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentPreload

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSingle swing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberDual ShockShock absorberMonoshock
TravelTravel250 mmTravel200 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentPreload, Rebound
MaterialMaterialAluminiumMaterialAluminium

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeDouble cradleFrame typeLoad-bearing engine

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter320 mmDiameter305 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
ActuationActuationHydraulicActuationHydraulic
TechnologyTechnologyradial, MonoblockTechnologyradial

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter255 mmDiameter276 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonDouble piston
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFloating caliper

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Ride by Wire, Traction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Anti-slipping control, Riding modes, Ride by Wire

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width90 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height90 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter21 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
LengthLength2,325 mmLength2,207 mm
WidthWidth905 mmWidth952.5 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,570 mmWheelbase1,525 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height870 mmSeat Height850 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity16 lFuel Tank Capacity20 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Equipment

EquipmentEquipmentLED-HeadlightsEquipmentLED-Headlights, Windscreen adjustable

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Triumph Scrambler 1200 XE 2019

Triumph Scrambler 1200 XE 2019

The Triumph is primarily a scrambler motorbike. And such a good one, in fact, that this wonderfully unreasonable and brutal fun machine can also be chased into difficult terrain. It reminds us why we love motorbikes: it provides great moments in the saddle, but also has practical disadvantages. Because off-road it is a mighty iron and can easily keep up with touring enduros, if not outdo them. With the lack of a windshield and limited space for luggage, it naturally loses out in terms of touring suitability. All in all, a fascinating motorbike that attracts a lot of attention.

beautiful exterior

high-quality components

great chassis

powerful, high-torque engine

works very well off-road

Limited touring suitability

very high, can be problematic for smaller pilots

somewhat tippy turn-in behaviour

right leg burns possible due to high-mounted exhaust.

BMW R 1250 GS 2019

BMW R 1250 GS 2019

The BMW R 1250 GS is the logical further development of the R 1200 GS - logical above all because one should not expect such a popular motorbike to be radically changed. Accordingly, the design has been changed cautiously, and the familiar options for the chassis and electronics have been retained. The new name R 1250 GS, however, promises a new engine - and it really is something! 136 hp at 7750 rpm and a whopping 143 Newton metres of maximum torque at 6250 rpm are an absolute blast! BMW has thus renovated the big GS almost perfectly: it remains clearly recognisable, has a little more electronics as standard, a still long list of surcharges (which customers like to tick from A to Z) and a now even better and more sovereign power plant - what more could you want?!

extremely high-torque boxer engine

good sound

comfortable seating position, suitable for long distances

stable braking performance

good weather protection

colour TFT display standard

LED headlights

Manageable standard equipment, long surcharge list

jagged appearance with little elegance

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Triumph Scrambler 1200 XE vs BMW R 1250 GS

There are a few key differences between a Triumph Scrambler 1200 XE 2019 and a BMW R 1250 GS 2019. In terms of price, the actual average price of a BMW R 1250 GS 2019 is about 45% higher. A Triumph Scrambler 1200 XE 2019 experiences a loss of 530 USD in one year of ownership. This is offset by a loss of 960 USD for a BMW R 1250 GS 2019. Compared to BMW R 1250 GS 2019 there are less Triumph Scrambler 1200 XE 2019 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 7 compared to 104. It takes less time to sell a BMW R 1250 GS with 46 days compared to 122 days for the Triumph Scrambler 1200 XE. Since model year 2019 1000PS.de editors have written 20 reviews for the Triumph Scrambler 1200 XE and 50 reviews for the BMW R 1250 GS since model year 2019. The first review for the Triumph Scrambler 1200 XE was published on 10/24/2018 and now has more than 34,100 views. This compares to more than 305,600 views for the first review on BMW R 1250 GS published on 9/19/2018.

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