2026 Triumph Bonneville T120 Black Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown
Positioned in Triumph's motorcycle lineup, the 2026 Triumph Bonneville T120 Black pairs a 1200 cc engine architecture with road-focused gearing. Internal engine geometry specifies a 10:1 compression ratio.
On the scales, the Bonneville T120 Black measures 580 kg (1279 lbs) wet (curb). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 27 mm (1.1 in) seat height — giving shorter riders and urban commuters confident flat-foot reach at traffic stops, combined with a 59 mm (2.3 in) wheelbase engineered for quick, flickable steering geometry. The 3.7-liter (1 US gal) fuel tank paired with a rated consumption of 4.4 L/100 km provides an estimated theoretical range of roughly 84 km (52 miles) between fill-ups.
Within MotoLibrary's Triumph archive, this model family spans 6 indexed model years from 2016 to 2026, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Theoretical Range
~84 km (52 mi)
Engine
Displacement1200 cc
Power78 PS
Torque78.18 ft-lbs
Compression10:1
Transmission
Gearbox6 speed
Final DriveX-ring chain
ClutchWet, multi-plate, slip & assist
Performance
Fuel Consumption4.4 liters / 100km (64.2mpg)
Emission Details102g/km EURO 5+ CO2 emissions and fuel consumption data are measured according to regulation 168/2013/EC. Figures for fuel consumption are derived from specific test conditions and are for comparative purposes only. They may not reflect real driving results.
Chassis
Frame TypeTubular steel, with steel cradles
Rake25.3 °
Trail3.6 in (91.4 mm)
Front SuspensionShowa 1.85 in (47mm) cartridge forks
Rear SuspensionKYB monoshock RSU with linkage
Wheelbase59.1 in (1500 mm)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre130/90-16
Rear Tyre150/80-16
Front BrakesTwin 12.2 in (310mm) fixed discs, Brembo 2-piston floating calipers, OCABS
Rear BrakesSingle 10 in (255mm) disc, Nissin single piston sliding caliper, OCABS
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Power
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Seat Height
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Fuel Capacity
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Brakes
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Suspension
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Transmission
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