Triumph Scrambler 1200 X vs Triumph Speed Twin 1200 RS (2026)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Triumph Scrambler 1200 Xstacks up against the Triumph Speed Twin 1200 RS. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecTriumph Scrambler 1200 XTriumph Speed Twin 1200 RS
Model year20262026
Price$14,445$16,995
Engine1200 cc1200 cc
Weight228 kg216 kg
Seat height820 mm810 mm
Fuel capacity15.0 L14.0 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionManual, 6 speed, ChainManual, 6 speed, Chain
Front brakesDual Hydraulic DiscDual Hydraulic Disc
Rear brakesHydraulic DiscHydraulic Disc
TiresMetzler™ Tourance: 90/90-21 / Metzler™ Tourance: 150/70 R17Metzeler Racetec RR K3: 120/70 ZR17 / Metzeler Racetec RR K3: 160/60 ZR17

Triumph Scrambler 1200 X vs Triumph Speed Twin 1200 RS — which should you buy?

Picking between the Triumph Scrambler 1200 X and the Triumph Speed Twin 1200 RS usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Triumph Scrambler 1200 X brings its published horsepower in a 228 kg package, while the Triumph Speed Twin 1200 RS counters with its own power figure at 216 kg. On price, the Triumph Scrambler 1200 X has the lower MSRP.

Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: