Triumph Bonneville T120 vs TVS XL100

Last Updated: August 6, 2026

TVS XL100 price starts at Rs. 48,250, which is Rs. 11.37 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of Triumph Bonneville T120, priced at Rs. 11.85 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the Bonneville T120 offers a claimed 21.27 kmpl, while the XL100 delivers 65 kmpl. On the performance front, the Bonneville T120 uses a 1200cc engine producing 80 PS @ 6550 rpm and the XL100 a 99.7cc engine producing 4.35 PS @ 6000 rpm. If you're deciding between the Bonneville T120 and XL100, the XL100 is the better pick for affordability and mileage, while the Bonneville T120 stands out for performance.

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Bonneville T120 vs XL100 Comparison Summary

Specification Triumph Bonneville T120TVS XL100
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 11.85 LakhRs. 48,250
Mileage 21.27 kmpl65 kmpl
Engine 1200 cc99.7 cc
Max power 80 PS @ 6550 rpm4.35 PS @ 6000 rpm
Kerb weight 236 Kg88 Kg

Bonneville T120 vs XL100 Key Highlights

Basic Info Triumph Bonneville T120 STDTVS XL100 Heavy Duty
Rating
3 reviews
176 reviews
Brand Name Triumph TVS
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 11.85 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 48,250 Check On Road Price
Engine Type Liquid cooled, 8 valve, SOHC, 270° crank angle parallel twin 4 Stroke Single Cylinder
Max Power 80 PS @ 6550 rpm 4.35 PS @ 6000 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Triumph Bonneville T120 Colors
TVS XL100 Colors
Braking Type Not Available Synchronized Braking System
Wheel Size Front :-457.2 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm Front :-406.4 mm,Rear :-406.4 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Spoke Spoke
ABS Dual Channel Not Available
Starting Self Start Only Kick Start Only
Speedometer Analogue Analogue
EMI
Rs. 32,445 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 1,390 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 35,107 Bonneville T120 Insurance Rs. 5,463 XL100 Insurance
Brochure
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Spark Plugs
Not Available
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
4
2
Claimed Top Speed
190 kmph
65 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Flex Fuel Blend
Not Available
E20
Engine Type
Liquid cooled, 8 valve, SOHC, 270° crank angle parallel twin
4 Stroke Single Cylinder
Engine Displacement
1200 cc
99.7 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
Single Speed Gear Box
Max Power
80 PS @ 6550 rpm
4.35 PS @ 6000 rpm
Max Torque
105 Nm @ 3500 rpm
6.5 Nm @ 3500 rpm
Bore
97.6 mm
51 mm
Stroke
80 mm
48.8 mm
Number Of Cylinders
2
1
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Compression Ratio
10.0:1
Not Available

Front Brake
Double Disc
Drum
Rear Brake
Disc
Drum
Braking Type
Not Available
Synchronized Braking System

Mileage (Overall)
21.27 kmpl
65 kmpl
Estimated Mileage
Not Available
55-60 kmpl
Fuel Gauge
Not Available
Analog

Suspension-Front
Ø41mm cartridge forks
Telescopic Hydraulic spring type
Suspension-Rear
Twin RSU’s, with pre-load adjustment
Swing arm with hydraulic shocks

Tyre Size
Front :-100/90-18 Rear :-150/70-17
Front :- 2.5-16, Rear :-2.5-16
Wheel Size
Front :-457.2 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Front :-406.4 mm,Rear :-406.4 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tube
Radial Tyre
Yes
Not Available
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Spoke
Spoke

Dry Weight
217 kg
Not Available
Seat height
790 mm
787 mm
Load carrying capacity
Not Available
150 kg
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
Not Available
1.25 L
Length*Width*Height
2170*780*1100 mm3
1895*670*1077 mm3
Wheelbase
1450 mm
1228 mm
Length
2170 mm
1895 mm
Ground Clearance
Not Available
158 mm
Height
1100 mm
1077 mm
Width
780 mm
670 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
14.5 L
4 L
Kerb Weight
236 Kg
88 Kg
Tail Light
LED
Bulb
Front Brake Size
310 mm
110 mm
Rear Brake Size
255 mm
110 mm

Battery Type
Not Available
Lead Acid
USB charging port
Yes
Not Available
Headlight
LED
Halogen
Charging at Home
No
Not Available

Cruise Control
Yes
Not Available
Frame Type
Tubular steel, with twin cradles
Not Available
Malfunction Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Trip Meter
Digital
Not Available
Pillion Seat
Not Available
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Not Available
Yes
Kick Start
Not Available
Yes
Riding Modes
Rain,Road
Not Available
Traction Control
Yes
Not Available
Kill Switch
Yes
Not Available
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Multi-function Lock
Not Available
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
Not Available
Physical Key
Not Available
Yes
Body
Not Available
Metal
Immobilizer
Yes
Not Available
ABS
Dual Channel
Not Available
Body Type
Cruiser Bikes
Moped Scooters
Body Graphics
Not Available
Yes
Instrument Console Type
Analogue and Digital
Analogue
Starting
Self Start Only
Kick Start Only
Seat Type
Single
Single
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Not Available
Speedometer
Analogue
Analogue
Tachometer
Analogue
Not Available
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Yes
Not Available
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Air Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Analogue
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Switchable ABS
Yes
Not Available

1st Service
Not Available
500-750 Kms/30 Days
2nd Service
Not Available
2500-3000 Kms/90 Days
3rd Service
Not Available
5000-6000 Kms/180 Days
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
TVS XL100
  • The load carrying capacity is great
  • No-frills functional design
  • Competitive pricing
Triumph Bonneville T120
  • Price, After sales service
TVS XL100
  • Engine could have had punchier performance
  • Fuel tank capacity could have been slightly larger
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Recently Asked User Questions

Q. What is the specific feature or advantage from one to others variants?
  • TVS XL100 BS6 is available in 3 variants: Comfort, Heavy Duty and Heavy Duty Special Edition. The Heavy Duty variant is more rugged, with beefier rear shock absorbers and a stronger rear wheel. It also features twin seats and fork gaiters. Whereas, the Heavy Duty Special Edition features the same hardware as the Heavy Duty variant but with dual-tone seats and chrome inserts. The Comfort variant has a more upmarket appearance with an LED DRL, a single-piece seat in a dual-tone colour scheme. Read More: - The TVS XL100 BS6 Is The Most Affordable Fuel-injected Two-wheeler You Can Buy
Q. What is the difference between XL 100 heavy duty and XL 100 heavy duty special?
  • The Heavy Duty Special Edition features the same hardware as the Heavy Duty variant but with dual-tone seats and chrome inserts.
Q. Compare XL100 i touch and I touch special.
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Triumph Bonneville T120 Vs TVS XL100 FAQs

Which bike is best between Triumph Bonneville T120 vs TVS XL100?
As per the users experiences Triumph Bonneville T120 is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for performance, comfort and features in your bike. But TVS XL100 is better on the grounds of mileage and maintenance.
Which bike is cheaper Triumph Bonneville T120 vs TVS XL100?
The TVS XL100 is cheaper than Triumph Bonneville T120 by ₹11.37 Lakh.
Which bike offers better performance Triumph Bonneville T120 vs TVS XL100?
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 Heavy Duty version, 99.7 cc Petrol engine of XL100 produces 4.35 PS @ 6000 rpm of power and 6.5 Nm @ 3500 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the Triumph Bonneville T120 has better performance.

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