BMW R12 nineT vs Triumph Thruxton RS: specs compared
Side-by-side specs of the BMW R12 nineT (2024-present) and the Triumph Thruxton RS (2021-2023), using the latest model year of each.
Key differences
- Power: BMW R12 nineT 109 hp, Triumph Thruxton RS 103.6 hp.
- Torque: BMW R12 nineT 115 Nm, Triumph Thruxton RS 111.8 Nm.
Key figures
Power hp
- BMW R12 nineT (2024-present)109 (best)
- Triumph Thruxton RS (2021-2023)103.6
Torque Nm
- BMW R12 nineT (2024-present)115 (best)
- Triumph Thruxton RS (2021-2023)111.8
Weight kg
- BMW R12 nineT (2024-present)220
- Triumph Thruxton RS (2021-2023)197
Not ranked: these figures mix dry and wet weights, or don't state which.
Full specs
| Specification |  2024-present Remove |  2021-2023 Remove |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Classic/Retro | Classic/Retro |
| Years | 2024-present | 2021-2023 |
| Engine | 1,170cc air/oil-cooled boxer twin | two-cylinder parallel , 4 strokes Injection Cooling system : combined air/water 1 ACT 4 valves per cylinder 1,200 cc 105 ch (103.60 hp) to 7,500 rpm 11.40 mkg to 4,250 rpm |
| Cylinders | 2 | 2 |
| Displacement | 1,170 cc | 1,200 cc |
| Power | 109 hp @ 7,000 rpmBest | 103.6 hp @ 7,500 rpm |
| Torque | 115 Nm @ 6,500 rpmBest | 111.8 Nm @ 4,250 rpm |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual, shaft final drive | 6 stage gearbox , manual Secondary by chain |
| Final drive | shaft | chain |
| Weight | 220 kg (wet) | 197 kg (dry) |
| Seat height | 795 mm | 810 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 16 LBest | 14 L |
| Front suspension | 45mm upside-down (inverted) telescopic fork, 120mm travel, adjustable compression/rebound/preload (conventional USD fork, not Telelever). | Reverse telehydraulic fork Ø 43 mm, Wheel travel : 120 mm (4.72 in) |
| Rear suspension | BMW Paralever single-sided swingarm with shaft drive and torque-reaction linkage, central spring strut, 120mm travel. | 2 Öhlins lateral shock absorbers / Öhlins , Wheel travel : 120 mm (4.72 in) |
| Brake system | BMW Motorrad ABS, standard equipment. | ABS |
| Front brake | Dual 310mm front discs, radially mounted 4-piston monobloc calipers. | 2 Brembo discs Ø 310 mm (12.2 in), radial mounting, 4-piston caliper |
| Rear brake | Single 265mm rear disc, floating caliper. | 1 disc Ø 255 mm (10.04 in), 2-piston caliper |
| Front tire | 120/70 ZR17 | 120/70-17 |
| Rear tire | 180/55 ZR17 | 160/60-17 |
| Quickshifter | No | Not available |
| Launch price | USD 16,295 (USA, 2024 MY launch MSRP) | Not available |
- Weight: Not ranked: these figures mix dry and wet weights, or don't state which.