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2024Triumph Bonneville T120

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The 2024 Triumph Bonneville T120 is a modern classic that appeals to riders seeking timeless style with contemporary performance. Its 1200cc air-cooled twin delivers 79 horsepower with strong mid-range torque, making it ideal for leisurely cruising and spirited road riding. Known for blending retro aesthetics with reliable engineering and easy handling, it suits both experienced enthusiasts and riders new to larger displacement bikes.

Capacity: 1200.0 ccm
Engine: Parallel Twin, four-stroke
Gearbox: 6-speed
Dry weight: 224.0 kg
Seat height: 790 mm
Power: 79.1 HP (59.0 kW) @ 6500 RPM

⇄ Compare with another bike ＋ Add to garage All model years ⚠ Recalls listed (2)

Other years 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail15%

Cornering55%

City riding65%

Daily riding78%

Touring68%

Two-up70%

Track20%

Best for: Built for relaxed classic-styled riding, everyday commuting, and light touring rather than outright performance.
Built for: A charming, torque-rich retro roadster that prioritizes classic looks, easy manners, and relaxed cruising over sharp sportiness.
Not ideal for: Not suited for riders seeking sportbike-level speed, aggressive cornering ability, or any off-road capability.

Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.

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At 790mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2024 Triumph Bonneville T120, with a relaxed knee angle of around 120 degrees and a forward-leaning riding position.

Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated. This is an approximation from category-typical geometry, not a measurement of this bike or of you - sit on one before you buy.

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Fuel per litre

Riding a year

Based on the maker's published fuel consumption and tank size. Real-world figures depend on how and where you ride, and the last litres of a tank are reserve. Prices shown greyed are examples - type your own.

Full specifications

Engine

Capacity: 1200.0 ccm
Power: 79.1 HP (59.0 kW) @ 6500 RPM
CO2 Emissions: 104 CO2 g/km
EPA Certificate No.: RTDXC1.20DEN-003-R01
EPA Est. Fuel Consumption: 4.45 L/100km (52.9 US mpg)
EPA CO Emissions: 2.0 CO g/km
Torque: 105.0 Nm (10.7 kgf-m) @ 3500 RPM
Engine type: Parallel Twin, four-stroke
Fuel consumption: 4.50 litres/100 km (22.2 km/l)
Power/weight ratio: 0.3531 HP/kg (dry)
Bore x stroke: 97.6 x 80.0 mm
Compression: 10.0:1
Cooling system: Liquid
Fuel system: Injection
Starting: Electric
Ignition: Digital-inductive type via engine management system
Aspiration: Naturally aspirated
Valves per cylinder: 4

Transmission

Gearbox: 6-speed
Transmission type: Manual
Final drive: Chain
Clutch: Wet, multi-plate torque assist clutch

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1450 mm
Overall length: 2230 mm
Overall width: 780 mm
Overall height: 1100 mm
Seat height: 790 mm
Dry weight: 224.0 kg
Wet weight: 235.9 kg
Fuel capacity: 14.50 litres
Oil capacity: 4.50 litres

Chassis & suspension

Frame: Tubular steel, with twin cradles
Front suspension: 41mm cartridge forks
Rear suspension: Twin RSU’s, with pre-load adjustment
Front wheel travel: 120 mm
Rear wheel travel: 120 mm
Rake (fork angle): 25.5°
Trail: 105 mm

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Single disc. ABS. Brembo 2-piston floating caliper
Front brakes diameter: 310 mm
Rear brakes: Single disc. ABS. Nissin 2-piston floating caliper
ABS: Yes
Front tyre: 100/90-18
Rear tyre: 150/70-R17

Other

Color options: Cardovan Red/Silver Ice, Cobalt Blue/Silver Ice, Jet Black
Warranty: 24
Comments: Ride-by-wire throttle with switchable traction control. 2 riding modes Road and Rain. Cruise control.

Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.

What changed, year to year

Differences highlighted

Specification	2016	2019	2021	2024	2026
Capacity	1200 cc	1200 cc	1200 cc	1200 cc	1200 cc
Dry weight	—	—	224 kg	224 kg	224 kg
Seat height	785 mm	790 mm	790 mm	790 mm	790 mm
Fuel capacity	14.5 L	14.5 L	14.5 L	14.5 L	14.5 L

Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.

Safety Recalls

⚠ 2 recalls may apply

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATORFeb 2026 · 26V078000

Triumph Motorcycles America, Ltd. is recalling certain 2022-2024 Bonneville T100, Bonneville T120, Bonneville T120 Black, 2024 Bonneville T120 DGR, 2022 Street Twin, Street Scrambler, Street Twin Goldline, Street Scrambler Sandstor, 2023-2024 Speed Twin 900, and Scrambler 900 motorcycles. The wiring between the alternator and main harness connector may short circuit and overheat.

Risk: Overheated wiring increases the risk of a crash or fire.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the current 2-piece connector body with a single in-line crimped connector solution for each of the three wires from the alternator assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 19, 2026. Owners may contact Triumph customer service at 1-678-854-2010. Triumph's number for this recall is SRAN 641. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov February 18, 2026. Motorcycles included in this recall that were previously repaired under recall 24V785 will need to have the new remedy performed.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:CONNECTORS/PLUGS/RECEPTACLESOct 2024 · 24V785000

Triumph Motorcycles America, Ltd. (Triumph) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Bonneville T100, T120, T120 Black, 2022 Triumph Street Scrambler, Street Scrambler Sandstorm, Street Twin, Street Twin Goldline, 2023-2024 Scrambler 900, and Speed Twin 900 motorcycles. The wiring between the alternator and main harness connector may short circuit and overheat.

Risk: Overheated wiring increases the risk of a fire or crash.

Remedy: Dealers will install a new wire alignment clip, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 18, 2024. Owners may contact Triumph customer service at 1-678-854-2010. Triumph's number for this recall is SRAN 627.

These recalls cover some 2024 bikes of this model. Whether one applies to a specific bike, and whether the repair has already been done, depends on its VIN — check your VIN with NHTSA or ask a dealer.

Source: NHTSA. View all Triumph recalls →