Triumph Scrambler 900 versus Triumph Scrambler 1200 XE
Triumph Scrambler 900
Scrambler
Triumph Scrambler 1200 XE
Scrambler
Year of construction / RRP / Test report
Built von 2017 bis 2025~
Built von 2019 bis 2025~
RRP 11.445 €
RRP 15.295 €
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Competitors
Pros:
- high-quality workmanship
- Torque motor with class sound
- casual seating position
- simple operation & easy handling
Pros:
- Processing
- Comfort
- Brake
- powerful engine
- Material
Cons:
- Wind pushes properly from 100 km/h
- standing driving only possible with bow legs
- manageable performance
Cons:
- Off-road capability
- Heat development on the thigh
Dimensions & Weight
Wheelbase: 1.445 mm
Length : 2.125 mm Height : 1.180 mm
Seat : 790 mm
Weight : 223 kg
Length : 2.125 mm Height : 1.180 mm
Seat : 790 mm
Weight : 223 kg
Wheelbase: 1.570 mm
Length : 2.325 mm Height : 1.250 mm
Seat : 870 mm
Weight : 230 kg
Length : 2.325 mm Height : 1.250 mm
Seat : 870 mm
Weight : 230 kg
Engine
Motor design: 8V-SOHC in-line motor, 270° lifting pin offset 2 Cylinder
Displacement: 900 ccm
Hub: 80 mm
Hole: 85 mm
Cooling: flüssig
Drive: O-Ring-Kette
Aisles: 5
Displacement: 900 ccm
Hub: 80 mm
Hole: 85 mm
Cooling: flüssig
Drive: O-Ring-Kette
Aisles: 5
Motor design: 8V-SOHC in-line motor, 270° lifting pin offset 2 Cylinder
Displacement: 1.200 ccm
Hub: 80 mm
Hole: 98 mm
Cooling: flüssig
Drive: X-Ring-Kette
Aisles: 6
Displacement: 1.200 ccm
Hub: 80 mm
Hole: 98 mm
Cooling: flüssig
Drive: X-Ring-Kette
Aisles: 6
Performance
Maximum speed: 180 km/h
Performance: 65 HP at 7.250 U/Min
Torque: 80 NM bei 3.250 U/Min Tank contents: 12 Litre
Consumption: 4 l
Reach: 279 km
Performance: 65 HP at 7.250 U/Min
Torque: 80 NM bei 3.250 U/Min Tank contents: 12 Litre
Consumption: 4 l
Reach: 279 km
Maximum speed: 177 km/h
Performance: 90 HP at 7.000 U/Min
Torque: 110 NM bei 4.250 U/Min Tank contents: 15 Litre
Consumption: 5 l
Reach: 330 km
Performance: 90 HP at 7.000 U/Min
Torque: 110 NM bei 4.250 U/Min Tank contents: 15 Litre
Consumption: 5 l
Reach: 330 km
Chassis
Frame type:
Tubular Steel Loop Frame (Steel) Front suspension:
41 mm KYB cartridge fork (travel 120 mm) Rear suspension:
KYB stereo struts, adjustable spring preload (travel 120 mm)
Rear suspension:
Two-arm swingarm steel Tyres at the front: 100/90-19
Rear tyres: 150/70 R17
Tubular Steel Loop Frame (Steel) Front suspension:
41 mm KYB cartridge fork (travel 120 mm) Rear suspension:
KYB stereo struts, adjustable spring preload (travel 120 mm)
Rear suspension:
Two-arm swingarm steel Tyres at the front: 100/90-19
Rear tyres: 150/70 R17
Frame type:
Centric tube frame with beams (steel) Front suspension:
Fully adjustable 47 mm Marzocchi upside-down fork (250 mm travel ) Rear suspension:
Fully adjustable Marzocchi stereo shock absorbers with reservoir (travel 250 mm)
Rear suspension:
Aluminum two-arm swingarm Tyres at the front: 90/90-21
Rear tyres: 150/70 R17
Centric tube frame with beams (steel) Front suspension:
Fully adjustable 47 mm Marzocchi upside-down fork (250 mm travel ) Rear suspension:
Fully adjustable Marzocchi stereo shock absorbers with reservoir (travel 250 mm)
Rear suspension:
Aluminum two-arm swingarm Tyres at the front: 90/90-21
Rear tyres: 150/70 R17
Brakes
Front brake
Floating single disc, 4-piston Brembo fixed caliper (∅ 310 mm) Rear brake
Single disc, Nissin double piston floating caliper (∅ 255 mm)
Floating single disc, 4-piston Brembo fixed caliper (∅ 310 mm) Rear brake
Single disc, Nissin double piston floating caliper (∅ 255 mm)
Front brake
Double disc, Brembo M4.30 4-piston monobloc calipers, radial calipers (∅ 320 mm) Rear brake
Single disc, Nissin single-piston floating caliper (∅ 255 mm)
Double disc, Brembo M4.30 4-piston monobloc calipers, radial calipers (∅ 320 mm) Rear brake
Single disc, Nissin single-piston floating caliper (∅ 255 mm)
Conclusion - what sticks
The announced comparison to the T100 and the Street Twin is almost imperative here. The T100 is even more classic in terms of appearance and the Street Twin is not only cheaper, but visually also a bit more modern, which is mainly due to the normal rims. The Scrambler with its spoke wheels, bellows and the Scrambler exhaust is visually a bit more "riotous". It is a bit more stable or less manoeuvrable due to the 19" front wheel, but it gives the driver more control due to the wider handlebars.So if you like it classic, you can use the T100, if you are looking for a stylish naked bike that fits into today's world, take the Street Twin and if you want to look a little on the poop, you can use the Scrambler. All three machines have their justification and deliver a lot of driving fun due to the great 900 twin - really!
Good, but ....
So what does the Triumph Scambler 1200XE get? Thumbs up or down? A thumbs up, even if it is probably one of the most superfluous motorcycles on the market. But among the other scramblers, it belongs to the top with its balanced style, good workmanship and harmonious design. If you take a Scrambler shortlist, please arrange a test drive.
On the other hand, most customers don't care about the rather moderate off-road capability. The seat height as well as the hot thigh are more likely to be purchasing hurdles.
There is also a more street-designed version called XC, which is even 1,000 euros cheaper. However, it lacks the curve ABS, hand protectors, heating handles and off-road pro driving mode. There's the thousands more money for the XE.
The test bike was provided to us by Q-Bike in Hamburg.
