BMW R 1200 R 2009 vs. Triumph Scrambler 1200 XE 2019

BMW R 1200 R 2009

BMW R 1200 R 2009

Triumph Scrambler 1200 XE 2019

Triumph Scrambler 1200 XE 2019

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Overview - BMW R 1200 R 2009 vs Triumph Scrambler 1200 XE 2019

BMW R 1200 R 2009

BMW R 1200 R 2009

Triumph Scrambler 1200 XE 2019

Triumph Scrambler 1200 XE 2019

Technical Specifications BMW R 1200 R 2009 compared to Triumph Scrambler 1200 XE 2019

BMW R 1200 R 2009
Triumph Scrambler 1200 XE 2019

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeBoxerEngine typeIn line crankpin offset
StrokeStroke73 mmStroke80 mm
Engine powerEngine power109 HPEngine power90 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power7,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power7,400 rpm
TorqueTorque115 NmTorque110 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,000 rpmRpm at Torque3,950 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12 Compression Ratio11
TransmissionTransmissionProp shaftTransmissionChain
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingOil-airCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement1,170 ccmDisplacement1,200 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionStrutFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSingle swing armSuspensionSwing arm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
Shock mountShock mountFixed caliperShock mountFloating caliper

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonDouble piston
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFloating caliper

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter21 inch
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,145 mmLength2,325 mm
WidthWidth872 mmWidth905 mm
HeightHeight1,285 mmHeight1,250 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,495 mmWheelbase1,570 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height800 mmSeat Height870 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity18 lFuel Tank Capacity16 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW R 1200 R 2009

BMW R 1200 R 2009

The predecessor was already able to be ridden in a sporty manner as well as convincing on tours, the new R 1200 R can do even more - thanks to the pannier system (of course at extra cost), travelling is still no problem, but it masters sport even better. Thanks to the now partially water-cooled boxer twin-cylinder engine, it is wonderfully agile - 125 hp may not seem like much on paper, but the engine pushes incredibly and behaves in a cultivated manner to boot. The chassis and brakes also score highly and the seating position is sporty and upright, covering a wide spectrum from wonderful fun to long-distance touring. Unfortunately, BMW also understands the trick with the surcharge list perfectly. The basic model is well equipped with ABS that can be deactivated, traction control that can also be deactivated and two driving modes, but many interesting gimmicks are almost obligatory - and of course drive the price way up.

Sporty look

powerful engine

good sound

comfortable seating position

ABS and traction control standard

two riding modes

Many cool features only available at extra cost

poorly readable speedometer and rev counter

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.

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

Price BMW R 1200 R

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Price Triumph Scrambler 1200 XE

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