Triumph Scrambler 1200 XC 2021 vs. BMW R 1200 GS 2012

Triumph Scrambler 1200 XC 2021

Triumph Scrambler 1200 XC 2021

BMW R 1200 GS 2012

BMW R 1200 GS 2012

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Overview - Triumph Scrambler 1200 XC 2021 vs BMW R 1200 GS 2012

Triumph Scrambler 1200 XC 2021

Triumph Scrambler 1200 XC 2021

BMW R 1200 GS 2012

BMW R 1200 GS 2012

Technical Specifications Triumph Scrambler 1200 XC 2021 compared to BMW R 1200 GS 2012

Triumph Scrambler 1200 XC 2021
BMW R 1200 GS 2012

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn line crankpin offsetEngine typeBoxer
BoreBore97.6 mmBore101 mm
StrokeStroke80 mmStroke73 mm
Engine powerEngine power90 HPEngine power110 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power7,250 rpmRpm at Max. Power7,750 rpm
TorqueTorque110 NmTorque120 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque4,500 rpmRpm at Torque6,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11 Compression Ratio12
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath, AntihoppingClutch TypeToughened, Dry
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionProp shaft
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingOil-air
DisplacementDisplacement1,200 ccmDisplacement1,170 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionStrut
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentPreload

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSingle swing arm
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentPreload

Chassis

Frame typeFrame typeDouble cradleFrame typeLoad-bearing engine

Brakes Front

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

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonDouble piston
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFloating caliper

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width90 mmFront tyre width110 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height90 %Front tyre height80 %
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width150 mmRear tyre width110 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height70 %Rear tyre height80 %
LengthLength2,285 mmLength2,210 mm
WidthWidth840 mmWidth915 mm
HeightHeight1,200 mmHeight1,450 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,530 mmWheelbase1,507 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height840 mmSeat Height850 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity16 lFuel Tank Capacity20 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Triumph Scrambler 1200 XC 2021

Triumph Scrambler 1200 XC 2021

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

BMW R 1200 GS 2012

BMW R 1200 GS 2012

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.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Triumph Scrambler 1200 XC vs BMW R 1200 GS

Price Triumph Scrambler 1200 XC

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Price BMW R 1200 GS

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