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Bonneville T120
₹ 12,35,000ex-showroom · last updated 2026
- Engine
- 1,200cc
- Power
- 78.9bhp
- Mileage
- 21kmpl
- Weight
- 236kg
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Triumph Bonneville T120 — Overview
At Rs 12.17 Lakh, the Triumph Bonneville T120 is the most authentic piece of British motorcycling heritage you can ride in India today - a machine that traces its DNA directly to the 1959 original. The 1200cc parallel-twin delivers 105 Nm from just 3,500 rpm, so whether you are threading Mumbai traffic or opening up on NH44, the T120 feels effortlessly composed. The 2026 update brings cornering ABS and cornering traction control via an IMU, the most significant safety upgrade the Bonneville range has ever received. For Rs 48,000 more, the T120 Black adds an all-dark aesthetic that looks even sharper. Yes, the 236 kg kerb weight asks for respect in tight spots, and premium Triumph service costs more than anything with a Royal Enfield badge. But for riders who want a motorcycle that earns second glances at every fuel stop without looking like a replica, the T120 is in a class by itself.
Triumph Bonneville T120 Latest Updates
View allThe 2026 Triumph Bonneville T120 is available in five colour schemes: Stone Grey (base, Rs 12.17 Lakh), Aegean Blue/New England White, and Aluminium Silver/Cranberry Red for the standard T120; Jet Black and Matt Silver Ice/Matt Sapphire Black for the T120 Black. All dual-tone schemes carry a Rs 50,000 premium over the base colour within each variant.
With the 2026 model launch, the Triumph Bonneville T120 base ex-showroom price increased to Rs 12.17 Lakh from Rs 11.39 Lakh - a Rs 78,000 rise over the previous 2025 Crystal White/Cranberry Red variant. Dual-tone colour options are priced at Rs 50,000 more than the single-tone base price within each variant.
Triumph India launched the 2026 Bonneville T120 and T120 Black at Rs 12.17 Lakh ex-showroom (pan-India), alongside the 2026 Bonneville Bobber and Speedmaster. The 2026 T120 gains IMU-powered lean-sensitive cornering ABS, cornering traction control, a new full-LED headlamp with DRL, and USB-C charging - the most significant electronics upgrade in the model's history.
What We Like
- Iconic retro styling paired with full modern tech - widely regarded as the best-looking modern classic available in India
- Massive 105 Nm torque from 3,500 rpm makes city commutes and highway stretches equally effortless
- Exceptional long-term reliability - owners routinely report trouble-free running past 100,000 km with regular servicing
- 2026 cornering ABS and IMU-based traction control make it the safest Bonneville yet on Indian roads
What Could Be Better
- At 236 kg, manoeuvring in Mumbai or Bangalore traffic and tight parking spaces requires effort
- Engine heat builds up noticeably in slow stop-and-go traffic - inherent to a large-capacity parallel-twin
- Premium purchase price and authorised Triumph service costs are significantly higher than Indian-brand rivals
Editor's Verdict
Should You Buy the Triumph Bonneville T120?
The Triumph Bonneville T120 is one of the most complete modern classics on sale in India - beautiful, torquey, reliable, and now equipped with genuinely modern safety electronics. The 236 kg weight and Rs 12.17 Lakh entry price are real filters, but buyers who clear those hurdles get a motorcycle that rewards every single ride. If the budget stretches, the T120 Black's blacked-out look is worth every rupee of the premium.