Triumph Tiger 1200 vs Vespa 946 Dragon

Last Updated: October 18, 2026

Vespa 946 Dragon price starts at Rs. 14.28 Lakh, which is Rs. 5.11 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of Triumph Tiger 1200, priced at Rs. 19.39 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the Tiger 1200 offers a claimed 18.8 kmpl, while the 946 Dragon delivers 45 kmpl. On the performance front, the Tiger 1200 uses a 1160cc engine producing 150 PS @ 9000 rpm and the 946 Dragon a 150cc engine producing 10.93 PS @ 7100 rpm. If you're deciding between the Tiger 1200 and 946 Dragon, the 946 Dragon is the better pick for affordability and mileage, while the Tiger 1200 stands out for performance.

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Tiger 1200 vs 946 Dragon Comparison Summary

Specification Triumph Tiger 1200Vespa 946 Dragon
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 19.39 LakhRs. 14.28 Lakh
Mileage 18.8 kmpl45 kmpl
Engine 1160 cc150 cc
Max power 150 PS @ 9000 rpm10.93 PS @ 7100 rpm
Kerb weight 246 KgNot Available

Tiger 1200 vs 946 Dragon Key Highlights

Basic Info Triumph Tiger 1200 GT ProVespa 946 Dragon Collector's Edition
Rating
6 reviews
2 reviews
Brand Name Triumph Vespa
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 19.39 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. To Be Announced
Engine Type Liquid-cooled, 12 valve, DOHC, inline 3-cylinder Single cylinder, 4 stroke, 3 valve, electronic injection
Max Power 150 PS @ 9000 rpm 10.93 PS @ 7100 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Triumph Tiger 1200 Colors
Wheel Size Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-457.2 mm Front :-304.8 mm,Rear :-304.8 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Alloy
ABS Dual Channel Dual Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 53,089 @ 6% (36 months)
Not Available
Insurance Rs. 46,095 Tiger 1200 Insurance Not Available
Brochure N/A N/A

Valves (per cylinder)
4
Not Available
Claimed Top Speed
220 kmph
Not Available
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
Not Available
Engine Type
Liquid-cooled, 12 valve, DOHC, inline 3-cylinder
Single cylinder, 4 stroke, 3 valve, electronic injection
Engine Displacement
1160 cc
150 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
Not Available
Max Power
150 PS @ 9000 rpm
10.93 PS @ 7100 rpm
Max Torque
130 Nm @ 7000 rpm
11.26 Nm @ 5300 rpm
Emission Type
Not Available
bs6-2.0
Bore
90 mm
Not Available
Stroke
60.7 mm
Not Available
Number Of Cylinders
3
1
Drive Type
Shaft Drive
Belt Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Not Available
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Compression Ratio
13.2:1
Not Available

Front Brake
Double Disc
Not Available
Rear Brake
Disc
Not Available

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

Suspension-Front
Showa 49mm, semi-active damping USD forks. Wheel Travel 200 mm
Not Available
Suspension-Rear
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
Not Available

Tyre Size
Front :-120/70-19,Rear :-150/70-18
Front :-120/70-12 Rear :-130/70-12
Peak Power
Not Available
10.93 PS @ 7100 rpm
Wheel Size
Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-457.2 mm
Front :-304.8 mm,Rear :-304.8 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Seat height
850 mm
Not Available
Wheelbase
1560 mm
1405 mm
Length
Not Available
1965 mm
Height
1436 mm
Not Available
Width
849 mm
730 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
20 L
8 Liters
Kerb Weight
246 Kg
Not Available
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
320 mm
220 mm
Rear Brake Size
282 mm
220 mm

Call/SMS Alerts
Yes
Not Available
Headlight
LED
LED
Turn Signal Lamp
Not Available
LED

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

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

Q. Which is best for long journeys, Tiger 1200 or BMW GS1200? Which one I should buy?
  • It would be unfair to give a verdict here as currently, both these bikes are not available for sale in the market. Moreover, the Tiger 1200 has always been an impressive motorcycle and with the new updates, it is expected to be an even better tourer. Stay tuned for more updates. Read More: - The Big Cat’s Finally Out Of The Bag… Almost
  • If you compare between Tiger 1200 & BMW 1250 GS then go for Tiger 1200.But if you compare Tiger 1200 & BMW 1250 GSA then I prefer BMW 1250 GSA because it will give you more comfort then Tiger 1200.
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Triumph Tiger 1200 Vs Vespa 946 Dragon FAQs

Which bike is cheaper Triumph Tiger 1200 vs Vespa 946 Dragon?
The Vespa 946 Dragon is cheaper than Triumph Tiger 1200 by ₹5.11 Lakh.
Which bike offers better performance Triumph Tiger 1200 vs Vespa 946 Dragon?
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. Whereas for the Collector's Edition version, 150 cc Petrol engine of 946 Dragon produces 10.93 PS @ 7100 rpm of power and 11.26 Nm @ 5300 rpm of torque

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