Triumph Bonneville T120 Black 2017 vs. Suzuki SV 650 2017

Triumph Bonneville T120 Black 2017

Triumph Bonneville T120 Black 2017

Suzuki SV 650 2017

Suzuki SV 650 2017

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Overview - Triumph Bonneville T120 Black 2017 vs Suzuki SV 650 2017

Triumph Bonneville T120 Black 2017

Triumph Bonneville T120 Black 2017

Suzuki SV 650 2017

Suzuki SV 650 2017

Technical Specifications Triumph Bonneville T120 Black 2017 compared to Suzuki SV 650 2017

Triumph Bonneville T120 Black 2017
Suzuki SV 650 2017

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn line crankpin offsetEngine typeV
BoreBore97.6 mmBore81 mm
StrokeStroke80 mmStroke62.6 mm
Engine powerEngine power80 HPEngine power76 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power6,550 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,500 rpm
TorqueTorque105 NmTorque64 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque3,100 rpmRpm at Torque8,100 rpm
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
ValvesValvesOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement1,200 ccmDisplacement645 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionTelescopic forkFront suspensionTelescopic fork
DiameterDiameter41 mmDiameter41 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberDual ShockShock absorberMonoshock
MaterialMaterialSteelMaterialSteel

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeCentral tubeFrame typeTubular

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter310 mmDiameter290 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonDouble piston

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter255 mmDiameter240 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonSingle piston

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 diameter17 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width150 mmRear tyre width160 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height70 %Rear tyre height60 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,170 mmLength2,130 mm
WidthWidth785 mmWidth760 mm
HeightHeight1,125 mmHeight1,080 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,450 mmWheelbase1,445 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height785 mmSeat Height785 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity15 lFuel Tank Capacity13.8 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Triumph Bonneville T120 Black 2017

Triumph Bonneville T120 Black 2017

Keeping a motorbike model technically up to date for over 60 years without visually departing much from its origins is an enormous challenge - which Triumph has mastered brilliantly with the Bonneville T120 Black. The larger 1200cc engine, the electronics and many modern details have been wonderfully embedded in the old school look. The performance is impressive, but the focus is still on cosiness and that certain flair that defines a Bonnie. And here Triumph has once again hit the bull's eye amidst the many retro attempts of the competition.

Powerful engine with decent torque

comfortable seating position

good brakes

wonderfully authentic look

Suspension only adjustable in spring preload at the rear

unnecessary, but also not annoying performance modes

Suzuki SV 650 2017

Suzuki SV 650 2017

The Suzuki SV 650 is accompanied by a long history of success that is sure to continue for a long time. Its supple V2 impresses with very smooth response and plenty of torque. Compact dimensions help to make the motorbike look very compact. This will be very convenient for beginners. The chassis also scores with playful handling. Unfortunately, the braking effect is not at the level one would expect from such a powerful vehicle.

Smooth engine

playful handling

great chassis

Brake too weak

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Triumph Bonneville T120 Black vs Suzuki SV 650

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