Shopping the Triumph Scrambler 1200 X / XE and want to know how it really compares to the Ducati Scrambler 1100, BMW R 12 G/S and Moto Guzzi V85 TT? 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 1200cc T-plane twin with real off-road hardware — the road-biased X from $14,445, or the go-anywhere XE with a 21″ front, long-travel Öhlins-adjustable suspension and cornering ABS. Here’s the honest look against the big-twin scramblers.
2026 Triumph Scrambler 1200 vs. the modern scramblers
A 1200cc T-plane twin with real off-road hardware — the road-biased X from $14,445, or the go-anywhere XE with a 21″ front, long-travel Öhlins-adjustable suspension and cornering ABS. Here’s the honest look against the big-twin scramblers.
TriumphScrambler 1200 X / XE Our pick | DucatiScrambler 1100 | BMWR 12 G/S | Moto GuzziV85 TT | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1200cc twin | 1079cc L-twin | 1170cc boxer | 853cc V-twin |
| Horsepower | 89 hp | 86 hp | 109 hp | 80 hp |
| Torque | 81 lb-ft | 65 lb-ft | 81 lb-ft | 61 lb-ft |
| Serious off-road (XE) 21″ front, long travel | ✓ | road-biased | ✓ | mild |
| Cornering ABS + IMU | ✓ | ABS | ✓ | ✓ |
| Price starting MSRP | $14,445 | ~$12,995 | ~$16,990 | ~$12,990 |
Why buy the Scrambler 1200 from Empire
A big-bore scrambler that actually goes off-road — with the character of Triumph’s T-plane twin.
- ✓Genuinely capable in the dirt. The XE brings a 21″ front wheel, long-travel fully-adjustable suspension, a wide bar and cornering ABS you can switch off — far more than a styling exercise. The X keeps most of the look with road-friendly geometry.
- ✓T-plane twin character. The 1200 twin’s uneven firing order gives it a distinctive off-beat pulse and strong low-down torque (81 lb-ft) — grunt where you want it on a trail.
- ✓Premium spec and finish. Brembo brakes, a clean TFT/analog dash, quality switchgear and genuine Triumph build — a scrambler you can be proud to park.
- ●Straight talk. The Ducati Scrambler 1100 and Moto Guzzi V85 TT both cost less; the BMW R 12 G/S makes more power (109 hp) and matches the torque (for more money). If you want the cheapest way into the look, the Ducati and Guzzi win. The Triumph’s edge is real off-road hardware on the XE plus T-plane character.
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 Scrambler 1200 videos
▶Budget High-End Adventure Bike?Independent YouTube review
▶All New Scrambler 1200 XE — Even Better Than BeforeIndependent YouTube review
▶First Look and DetailsIndependent YouTube review
▶The Ultimate Retro Scrambler?Independent YouTube review
Frequently asked questions
Is the Triumph Scrambler 1200 X / XE a good choice?
A big-bore scrambler that actually goes off-road — with the character of Triumph’s T-plane twin. The XE brings a 21″ front wheel, long-travel fully-adjustable suspension, a wide bar and cornering ABS you can switch off — far more than a styling exercise. The X keeps most of the look with road-friendly geometry.
How does the Triumph Scrambler 1200 X / XE compare to the competition?
The Ducati Scrambler 1100 and Moto Guzzi V85 TT both cost less; the BMW R 12 G/S makes more power (109 hp) and matches the torque (for more money). If you want the cheapest way into the look, the Ducati and Guzzi win. The Triumph’s edge is real off-road hardware on the XE plus T-plane character.
Where can I see the Triumph Scrambler 1200 X / XE near Spokane?
Empire Cycle & Powersports in Spokane Valley, WA stocks the Triumph Scrambler 1200 X / XE 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.