Triumph Bonneville T120 vs Zero FXE
Specs side by side, plus our verdict on which one is the smarter buy for the way you ride.
Triumph Bonneville T120 and Zero FXE: three different takes on what a great bike should be. They land within touching distance on price, so this comes down to character and fit. On paper the Triumph Bonneville T120 leads on power with 78 hp. Below we put them head to head on price, performance, weight and seat height, then give our verdict on which one is the smarter buy for the way you ride.
Our pickTriumph
Triumph Bonneville T120
Zero
Zero FXEThe verdict
The Triumph Bonneville T120 edges it overall at 8.6/10, but the Zero FXE wins on best for new riders, so let how you ride decide.
Zero FXE
A2-legal, 46 hp, forgiving to learn on.
Triumph Bonneville T120
78 hp and 0.33 hp/kg, the strongest here.
Triumph Bonneville T120
Our 8.6/10 at $12,895, the most bike per dollar.
Zero FXE
131 kg with an 836 mm seat, the easiest to throw around.
Triumph Bonneville T120
Our top score in this matchup at 8.6/10.
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Triumph Bonneville T120 vs Zero FXE: your questions answered
Which is faster, the Triumph Bonneville T120 or the Zero FXE?
The Triumph Bonneville T120 makes the most power at 78 hp and 105 Nm, giving it the edge on outright performance.
Which is cheaper, the Triumph Bonneville T120 or the Zero FXE?
The Zero FXE is the most affordable here with an MSRP around $12,495.
Which is lighter, the Triumph Bonneville T120 or the Zero FXE?
The Zero FXE is the lightest at 131 kg, which makes it the easiest to manage at low speed and in the bends.
Which is better for a beginner, the Triumph Bonneville T120 or the Zero FXE?
For a new rider we'd point to the Zero FXE: A2-legal, 46 hp and 131 kg make it the most approachable of the group.
