Triumph Scrambler 1200 XC vs Triumph Thruxton TFC (2023)

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

Spec comparison

SpecTriumph Scrambler 1200 XCTriumph Thruxton TFC
Model year20232020
Price$14,445$21,500
Engine1200 cc1200 cc
Horsepower89 hp109 hp
Torque110 Nm115 Nm
Weight205 kg195 kg
Seat height33 mm32 mm
Fuel capacity4.2 L3.8 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed6-speed
Front brakesDouble disc. Brembo 2-piston floating caliperSingle disc. ABS. Brembo 2-piston floating caliper
Rear brakesSingle disc. Brembo 2-piston floating caliper ABSSingle disc. ABS. Nissin single piston floating caliper.
Tires90/90-21 / 150/70-17 120/70-ZR17 / 160/60-ZR17

Triumph Scrambler 1200 XC vs Triumph Thruxton TFC — which should you buy?

Picking between the Triumph Scrambler 1200 XC and the Triumph Thruxton TFC usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Triumph Scrambler 1200 XC brings 89 hp in a 205 kg package, while the Triumph Thruxton TFC counters with 109 hp at 195 kg. On price, the Triumph Scrambler 1200 XC 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: