Shopping the Triumph Bonneville Speedmaster and want to know how it really compares to the Indian Scout Classic, Harley-Davidson Nightster and Moto Guzzi V7 Special? Here’s an honest, sourced side-by-side — specs, horsepower, price and the places the competition wins — from Empire Cycle & Powersports in Spokane Valley, WA. A relaxed, two-up British cruiser — forward controls, pullback bars, a big 16″ front wheel and the torque-tuned 1200 twin. Like the Bobber, we’ll be straight: it wins on style and comfort, not the spec sheet. Here’s the honest look.
2026 Triumph Bonneville Speedmaster vs. the cruisers
A relaxed, two-up British cruiser — forward controls, pullback bars, a big 16″ front wheel and the torque-tuned 1200 twin. Like the Bobber, we’ll be straight: it wins on style and comfort, not the spec sheet. Here’s the honest look.
TriumphBonneville Speedmaster Our pick | IndianScout Classic | Harley-DavidsonNightster | Moto GuzziV7 Special | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1200cc twin | 1250cc V-twin | 975cc V-twin | 853cc V-twin |
| Horsepower | 77 hp | 105 hp | 90 hp | 65 hp |
| Torque | 78 lb-ft | 82 lb-ft | 70 lb-ft | 46 lb-ft |
| Two-up comfort forward controls, pillion | ✓ | ✓ | solo-ish | ✓ |
| Touring-ready screen + luggage options | ✓ | ✓ | limited | ✓ |
| Price starting MSRP | $14,795 | ~$13,499 | ~$11,999 | ~$9,990 |
Why buy the Bonneville Speedmaster from Empire
The comfortable, classic British cruiser — built to relax on, two-up, for real miles.
- ✓Relaxed, roomy cruiser ergonomics. Forward controls, pullback bars, a big 16″ front wheel and a proper two-up seat make it the comfortable, laid-back Bonneville — easy to live with all day.
- ✓Torque-tuned British twin. The 1200 HiTorque engine delivers 78 lb-ft at just 4,000 rpm, with the classic parallel-twin character and sound — smooth, effortless cruising power.
- ✓Ready to tour. A wide accessory range — screens, panniers, comfort seats — turns it into a genuine weekend tourer, with Triumph finish throughout.
- ●Straight talk — where the others win. Same honesty as the Bobber: the Indian Scout makes far more power (105 hp) and torque for about $1,300 less, and the Harley Nightster undercuts it too. If performance-per-dollar is the goal, they win. The Speedmaster’s edge is relaxed cruiser comfort, classic style and British-twin character — buy it for the ride feel and the looks.
And the price is the price. Our advertised number already includes freight, setup and our documentation fee — only sales tax and title/registration are added.
Watch before you buy — top Bonneville Speedmaster videos
▶2026 Speedmaster — Launch ReviewIndependent YouTube review
▶Is It Better Than Before?Independent YouTube review
▶Modern Ride, Classic SoulIndependent YouTube review
▶The More Practical BobberIndependent YouTube review
Frequently asked questions
Is the Triumph Bonneville Speedmaster a good choice?
The comfortable, classic British cruiser — built to relax on, two-up, for real miles. Forward controls, pullback bars, a big 16″ front wheel and a proper two-up seat make it the comfortable, laid-back Bonneville — easy to live with all day.
How does the Triumph Bonneville Speedmaster compare to the competition?
Same honesty as the Bobber: the Indian Scout makes far more power (105 hp) and torque for about $1,300 less, and the Harley Nightster undercuts it too. If performance-per-dollar is the goal, they win. The Speedmaster’s edge is relaxed cruiser comfort, classic style and British-twin character — buy it for the ride feel and the looks.
Where can I see the Triumph Bonneville Speedmaster near Spokane?
Empire Cycle & Powersports in Spokane Valley, WA stocks the Triumph Bonneville Speedmaster with Up Front Pricing — freight, setup and our documentation fee are already in the advertised price. Text us at 509-498-3541 or browse the inventory online.
Figures are 2026 model-year from manufacturer and published sources; competitor specs and prices are approximate, vary by trim and market, and should be verified before purchase. MSRPs exclude tax and title/registration. Video links are independent third-party YouTube reviews for research; Empire Cycle & Powersports is not affiliated with the creators. Comparison by Empire Cycle & Powersports, Spokane Valley, WA.
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Reviewed & updated by the team at Empire Cycle & Powersports, Spokane Valley.