BSA Scrambler 650 vs Triumph Tiger 1200

Last Updated: September 18, 2026

BSA Scrambler 650 price starts at Rs. 3.26 Lakh, which is Rs. 16.13 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of Triumph Tiger 1200, priced at Rs. 19.39 Lakh. On the performance front, the Scrambler 650 uses a 652cc engine producing 45 PS @ 6500 rpm and the Tiger 1200 a 1160cc engine producing 150 PS @ 9000 rpm. If you're deciding between the Scrambler 650 and Tiger 1200, the Scrambler 650 is the better pick for affordability and a lighter kerb weight, while the Tiger 1200 stands out for performance.

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Scrambler 650 vs Tiger 1200 Comparison Summary

Specification BSA Scrambler 650Triumph Tiger 1200
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 3.26 LakhRs. 19.39 Lakh
Mileage Not Available18.8 kmpl
Engine 652 cc1160 cc
Max power 45 PS @ 6500 rpm150 PS @ 9000 rpm
Kerb weight 208 Kg246 Kg

Scrambler 650 vs Tiger 1200 Key Highlights

Basic Info BSA Scrambler 650 Raven BlackTriumph Tiger 1200 GT Pro
Rating
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Brand Name BSA Triumph
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 3.26 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 19.39 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Liquid-cooled, single-cylinder, DOHC, 4 valves, twin spark plugs Liquid-cooled, 12 valve, DOHC, inline 3-cylinder
Max Power 45 PS @ 6500 rpm 150 PS @ 9000 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
BSA Scrambler 650 Colors
Triumph Tiger 1200 Colors
Wheel Size Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-457.2 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Spoke Alloy
ABS Dual Channel Dual Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 8,924 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 53,089 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 22,588 Scrambler 650 Insurance Rs. 46,095 Tiger 1200 Insurance
Brochure
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Spark Plugs
2
Not Available
Valves (per cylinder)
4
4
Claimed Top Speed
Not Available
220 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Engine Type
Liquid-cooled, single-cylinder, DOHC, 4 valves, twin spark plugs
Liquid-cooled, 12 valve, DOHC, inline 3-cylinder
Engine Displacement
652 cc
1160 cc
Gear Box
5 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
45 PS @ 6500 rpm
150 PS @ 9000 rpm
Max Torque
55 Nm @ 4000 rpm
130 Nm @ 7000 rpm
Bore
100 mm
90 mm
Stroke
83 mm
60.7 mm
Number Of Cylinders
1
3
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Shaft Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Compression Ratio
11.5:1
13.2:1

Front Brake
Disc
Double Disc
Rear Brake
Disc
Disc

Mileage (Overall)
Not Available
18.8 kmpl
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Suspension-Front
41 mm Telescopic Forks
Showa 49mm, semi-active damping USD forks. Wheel Travel 200 mm
Suspension-Rear
Twin Shock Absorbers
Wheel Travel 200 mm Showa semi-active damping monoshock with automatic electronic preload adjustment and New Active Preload Reduction feature. Depending on the combined weight of rider, pillion and lu

Tyre Size
Front :-110/80-19,Rear :-150/70-17
Front :-120/70-19,Rear :-150/70-18
Wheel Size
Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-457.2 mm
Tyre Type
Tube
Tubeless
Radial Tyre
Yes
Not Available
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Spoke
Alloy

Seat height
Not Available
850 mm
Wheelbase
1465 mm
1560 mm
Ground Clearance
187 mm
Not Available
Height
Not Available
1436 mm
Width
Not Available
849 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
12 L
20 L
Kerb Weight
208 Kg
246 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
320 mm
320 mm
Rear Brake Size
255 mm
282 mm

Call/SMS Alerts
Not Available
Yes
USB charging port
Yes
Not Available
Headlight
LED
LED

Cruise Control
Not Available
Yes
Frame Type
Not Available
Tubular steel frame, with forged aluminium outriggers. Fabricated, bolt-on aluminium rear subframe
Digital Display Type
Not Available
TFT
Malfunction Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Pillion Seat
Yes
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Yes
Calls and Messaging
Not Available
Yes
Riding Modes
Not Available
Rain,Road,Off-Road,Configurable Rider,Sports
Traction Control
Yes
Yes
Kill Switch
Yes
Yes
No. of Tripmeters
Not Available
2
Hill Hold
Not Available
Yes
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Yes
Windscreen
Not Available
Yes
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Yes
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Exhaust Heat Shield
Yes
Not Available
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Scrambler Bikes
Adventure Tourer Bikes, Off Road Bikes
Body Graphics
Yes
Not Available
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Not Available
Bluetooth
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Single
Split
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Tachometer
Digital
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Yes
Yes
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Saree Guard
Yes
Not Available
Quick Shifter
Not Available
Yes
Hazard Light Switch
Yes
Not Available

Vehicle Warranty
Not Available
3 Years
Standard Warranty (Years)
Not Available
3
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Recently Asked User Questions

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BSA Scrambler 650 Vs Triumph Tiger 1200 FAQs

Which bike is cheaper BSA Scrambler 650 vs Triumph Tiger 1200?
The BSA Scrambler 650 is cheaper than Triumph Tiger 1200 by ₹16.13 Lakh.
Which bike offers better performance BSA Scrambler 650 vs Triumph Tiger 1200?
For the Raven Black version, 652 cc Petrol engine of Scrambler 650 produces 45 PS @ 6500 rpm of power and 55 Nm @ 4000 rpm of torque. Whereas for the GT Pro version, 1160 cc Petrol engine of Tiger 1200 produces 150 PS @ 9000 rpm of power and 130 Nm @ 7000 rpm of torque

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