BMW R 1200 GS 2009 vs. Triumph Scrambler 1200 XE 2020

BMW R 1200 GS 2009

Triumph Scrambler 1200 XE 2020

Overview - BMW R 1200 GS 2009 vs Triumph Scrambler 1200 XE 2020

BMW R 1200 GS 2009

Triumph Scrambler 1200 XE 2020

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Technical Specifications BMW R 1200 GS 2009 compared to Triumph Scrambler 1200 XE 2020

BMW R 1200 GS 2009

Triumph Scrambler 1200 XE 2020

BMW R 1200 GS 2009

Triumph Scrambler 1200 XE 2020

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	Boxer	Engine type	In line crankpin offset
Stroke	Stroke	73 mm	Stroke	80 mm
Engine power	Engine power	105 HP	Engine power	90 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	7,500 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	7,400 rpm
Torque	Torque	115 Nm	Torque	110 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	5,750 rpm	Rpm at Torque	3,950 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	12	Compression Ratio	11
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Transmission	Transmission	Prop shaft	Transmission	Chain
Cylinders	Cylinders	2	Cylinders	2
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Cooling	Cooling	Oil-air	Cooling	liquid
Displacement	Displacement	1,170 ccm	Displacement	1,200 ccm

Suspension Front

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

Suspension Rear

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

Brakes Front

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

Brakes Rear

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

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	19 inch	Front tyre diameter	21 inch
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Length	Length	2,210 mm	Length	2,325 mm
Width	Width	915 mm	Width	905 mm
Height	Height	1,450 mm	Height	1,250 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,507 mm	Wheelbase	1,570 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	850 mm	Seat Height	870 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	20 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	16 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

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.

Triumph Scrambler 1200 XE 2020

The Triumph Scrambler 1200 XE is still a wonderfully unreasonable and brutal fun machine. It reminds us why we love motorbikes. It provides great moments in the saddle that make you forget practical disadvantages. The Marzocchi suspension elements installed since 2024 work incredibly well and, in conjunction with the Brembo Stylema system, make the XE a factor not to be underestimated in the country road duel. Off-road, it is unrivalled in this class anyway. All in all, a fascinating motorbike that attracts a lot of attention.

superb engine

beautiful appearance

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