Triumph Bonneville T120 vs Triumph Tiger 900

Last Updated: August 13, 2026

Triumph Bonneville T120 price starts at Rs. 11.85 Lakh, which is Rs. 2.55 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of Triumph Tiger 900, priced at Rs. 14.40 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the Bonneville T120 offers a claimed 21.27 kmpl, while the Tiger 900 delivers 21.27 kmpl. On the performance front, the Bonneville T120 uses a 1200cc engine producing 80 PS @ 6550 rpm and the Tiger 900 a 888cc engine producing 108 PS @ 9500 rpm. If you're deciding between the Bonneville T120 and Tiger 900, the Tiger 900 is the better pick for performance and a lighter kerb weight, while the Bonneville T120 stands out for affordability.

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Bonneville T120 vs Tiger 900 Comparison Summary

Specification Triumph Bonneville T120Triumph Tiger 900
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 11.85 LakhRs. 14.40 Lakh
Mileage 21.27 kmpl21.27 kmpl
Engine 1200 cc888 cc
Max power 80 PS @ 6550 rpm108 PS @ 9500 rpm
Kerb weight 236 Kg219 Kg

Bonneville T120 vs Tiger 900 Key Highlights

Basic Info Triumph Bonneville T120 STDTriumph Tiger 900 GT
Rating
3 reviews
4 reviews
Brand Name Triumph Triumph
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 11.85 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 14.40 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Liquid cooled, 8 valve, SOHC, 270° crank angle parallel twin Liquid-cooled, 12 valve, DOHC, inline 3-cylinder
Max Power 80 PS @ 6550 rpm 108 PS @ 9500 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Triumph Bonneville T120 Colors
Triumph Tiger 900 Colors
Wheel Size Front :-457.2 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Spoke Alloy
ABS Dual Channel Dual Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Analogue Digital
EMI
Rs. 32,445 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 39,427 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 35,107 Bonneville T120 Insurance Rs. 38,823 Tiger 900 Insurance
Brochure
Download Brochure
N/A

Valves (per cylinder)
4
4
Claimed Top Speed
190 kmph
202 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Engine Type
Liquid cooled, 8 valve, SOHC, 270° crank angle parallel twin
Liquid-cooled, 12 valve, DOHC, inline 3-cylinder
Engine Displacement
1200 cc
888 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
80 PS @ 6550 rpm
108 PS @ 9500 rpm
Max Torque
105 Nm @ 3500 rpm
90 Nm @ 6850 rpm
Bore
97.6 mm
78 mm
Stroke
80 mm
61.9 mm
Number Of Cylinders
2
3
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Compression Ratio
10.0:1
13.0:1

Front Brake
Double Disc
Double Disc
Rear Brake
Disc
Disc

Mileage (Overall)
21.27 kmpl
21.27 kmpl
0-100 Kmph (sec)
Not Available
4.77s
Braking 60-0 km/h
Not Available
15.90m
Braking 80-0 km/h
Not Available
27.81m
Braking 100-0 km/h
Not Available
44.17m
Roll-ons 30-70 kmph (3rd Gear)
Not Available
2.40s
Roll-ons 40-80 kmph (4th Gear)
Not Available
2.79s
Fuel Gauge
Not Available
Digital

Suspension-Front
Ø41mm cartridge forks
Marzocchi 45mm upside down forks, manual rebound and compression damping adjustment, 180mm travel
Suspension-Rear
Twin RSU’s, with pre-load adjustment
Marzocchi rear suspension unit, manual preload and rebound damping adjustment, 170mm wheel travel

Tyre Size
Front :-100/90-18 Rear :-150/70-17
Front :-100/90-19 Rear :-150/70-17
Wheel Size
Front :-457.2 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Radial Tyre
Yes
Not Available
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Spoke
Alloy

Dry Weight
217 kg
Not Available
Seat height
790 mm
820 mm
Length*Width*Height
2170*780*1100 mm3
Not Available
Wheelbase
1450 mm
1556 mm
Length
2170 mm
Not Available
Height
1100 mm
1410 mm
Width
780 mm
930 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
14.5 L
20 L
Kerb Weight
236 Kg
219 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
310 mm
320 mm
Rear Brake Size
255 mm
255 mm

Call/SMS Alerts
Not Available
Yes
USB charging port
Yes
Yes
Music control
Not Available
Yes
Headlight
LED
LED
Charging at Home
No
Not Available

Cruise Control
Yes
Yes
Frame Type
Tubular steel, with twin cradles
Tubular steel trellis main frame. Fabricated, bolt-on aluminium rear subframe
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Calls and Messaging
Not Available
Yes
Navigation assist
Not Available
Yes
Riding Modes
Rain,Road
Rain,Road,Off-Road,Configurable Rider,Sports
Traction Control
Yes
Yes
Kill Switch
Yes
Not Available
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Yes
Additional Features/Information
System - Multipoint sequential electronic fuel injection, Exhaust - Chromed 2 into 2 exhaust system with twin chrome silencers, Swingarm - Twin sided fabrication, Rake - 25.5º, Trail - 105.2 mm
Not Available
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Immobilizer
Yes
Not Available
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Cruiser Bikes
Adventure Tourer Bikes
Instrument Console Type
Analogue and Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Not Available
Bluetooth
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Single
Split
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Speedometer
Analogue
Digital
Mobile Application
Not Available
Yes
Tachometer
Analogue
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Yes
Not Available
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Not Available
Yes
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Switchable ABS
Yes
Not Available

Air Filter Service Cost
No
Not Available
Spark Plug Service Cost
No
Not Available

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Triumph Bonneville T120
  • Styling, Build quality
Triumph Tiger 900
  • New motor has better low- and mid-range response, All variants get top-spec adjustable suspension and Brembo Stylema calipers, Tubeless spoke rims come as standard on Rally trims
Triumph Bonneville T120
  • Price, After sales service
Triumph Tiger 900
  • No electronic suspension version for India

Is Triumph Bonneville T120 Better Than Triumph Tiger 900?

50% users have chosen Triumph Bonneville T120 over Triumph Tiger 900 in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 29 users have also rated Triumph Bonneville T120 and Triumph Tiger 900 on some really important factors like Mileage , performance, comfort, safety etc. and have given their personal opinions about these bikes.
Triumph Tiger 900 has out rated Triumph Bonneville T120 on all the rating factors.
Before making your decision you should also consider the unbiased and thorough analysis of these bikes on every aspect by our auto experts who have summarised the analysis in pros, cons and final conclusion..

Ratings Factor Tiger 900 Bonneville T120
Mileage 3.2 4.6
Performance 4.3 5.0
Comfort 4.7 5.0
Maintenance 3.3 4.0
Features 4.5 4.8
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Which bike is best between Triumph Bonneville T120 vs Triumph Tiger 900?
Triumph Tiger 900 has out rated Triumph Bonneville T120 on all the rating factors.
Which bike is cheaper Triumph Bonneville T120 vs Triumph Tiger 900?
The Triumph Bonneville T120 is cheaper than Triumph Tiger 900 by ₹2.55 Lakh.
Which bike offers better performance Triumph Bonneville T120 vs Triumph Tiger 900?
For the STD version, 1200 cc Petrol engine of Bonneville T120 produces 80 PS @ 6550 rpm of power and 105 Nm @ 3500 rpm of torque. Whereas for the GT version, 888 cc Petrol engine of Tiger 900 produces 108 PS @ 9500 rpm of power and 90 Nm @ 6850 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the Triumph Bonneville T120 has better performance.

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