At the heart of the 2020 Triumph Scrambler 1200XE classic motorcycle, Triumph features a 1200 cc (73.2 cu in) liquid-cooled twin, four-stroke configuration. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 89 HP (65 kW) at 7,400 rpm while maximum torque reaches 110 Nm (81.1 lb-ft) at 3,950 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 5-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 74.2 HP per liter and a 3,450 rpm working window between peak torque (3,950 rpm) and peak power (7,400 rpm), the engine character is indicating a tractable, stress-free state of tune focused on everyday usability and broad torque delivery.
On the scales, the Scrambler 1200XE measures 207 kg (456 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.43 HP/kg (2.33 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 870 mm (34.3 in) seat height — reflecting a long-travel chassis stance that favors ground clearance and off-pavement control, combined with a 1,570 mm (61.8 in) wheelbase engineered for planted straight-line stability. The 16-liter (4.2 US gal) fuel tank paired with a rated consumption of 4.9 L/100 km provides an estimated theoretical range of roughly 327 km (203 miles) between fill-ups.
Within MotoLibrary's Triumph archive, this model family spans 4 indexed model years from 2019 to 2026, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Specific Output
74.2 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.43 HP/kg (2.33 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
3,950–7,400 rpm
Theoretical Range
~327 km (203 mi)
Engine
Displacement1200.0 ccm (73.22 cubic inches)
Engine TypeTwin, four-stroke
Power89.0 HP (65.0 kW)) @ 7400 RPM
Torque110.0 Nm (11.2 kgf-m or 81.1 ft.lbs) @ 3950 RPM
Compression11.1:1
Bore x Stroke97.6 x 80.0 mm (3.8 x 3.1 inches)
Fuel SystemInjection. Multipoint sequential electronic fuel injection with SAI
Fuel ControlSingle Overhead Cams (SOHC)
IgnitionDigital-inductive type via engine management system
CoolingLiquid
Transmission
Gearbox5-speed
Final DriveChain (final drive)
ClutchWet. multi-plate
DrivelineX ring chain
Performance
Fuel Consumption4.90 litres/100 km (20.4 km/l or 48.00 mpg)
Greenhouse Gases113.7 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)
Emission DetailsEuro 4
ExhaustHigh level stainless steel headers with twin chromed silencers
Chassis
Frame TypeTubular steel cradle
Rake26.9°
Trail129 mm (5.1 inches)
Front SuspensionShowa 47mm fully adjustable upside down forksl
Front Travel200 mm (7.9 inches)
Rear SuspensionFully adjustable Ohlins twin shocks with piggy back reservoir
Rear Travel200 mm (7.9 inches)
Wheelbase1570 mm (61.8 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre90/90-21
Rear Tyre150/70-17
Front BrakesDouble disc. Brembo 2-piston floating caliper
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