BMW R 12 vs Indian Super Chief Limited

Last Updated: August 30, 2026

BMW R 12 price starts at Rs. 22.50 Lakh, which is Rs. 1.83 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of Indian Super Chief Limited, priced at Rs. 24.33 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the R 12 offers a claimed 19.60 kmpl, while the Super Chief Limited delivers 14 kmpl. On the performance front, the R 12 uses a 1170cc engine producing 96.31 PS @ 6500 rpm and the Super Chief Limited a 1890cc engine producing 88 PS. If you're deciding between the R 12 and Super Chief Limited, the R 12 is the better pick for affordability and mileage.

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R 12 vs Super Chief Limited Comparison Summary

Specification BMW R 12Indian Super Chief Limited
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 22.50 LakhRs. 24.33 Lakh
Mileage 19.60 kmpl14 kmpl
Engine 1170 cc1890 cc
Max power 96.31 PS @ 6500 rpm88 PS
Kerb weight 227 Kg335 Kg

R 12 vs Super Chief Limited Key Highlights

Basic Info BMW R 12 STDIndian Super Chief Limited Black Metallic
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Brand Name BMW Indian
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 22.50 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 24.33 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type 2-Cylinder 4-Stroke Boxer Engine Thunderstroke 116
Max Power 96.31 PS @ 6500 rpm 88 PS
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
BMW R 12 Colors
Indian Super Chief Limited Colors
Wheel Size Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-406.4 mm Front :-406.4 mm,Rear :-406.4 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Aluminium cast wheels Spoke
ABS Single Channel Dual Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 61,604 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 66,622 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 50,627 R 12 Insurance Rs. 53,298 Super Chief Limited Insurance
Brochure
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N/A

Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
Not Available
Valves (per cylinder)
4
Not Available
Claimed Top Speed
203 kmph
185 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Engine Type
2-Cylinder 4-Stroke Boxer Engine
Thunderstroke 116
Engine Displacement
1170 cc
1890 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
96.31 PS @ 6500 rpm
88 PS
Max Torque
110 Nm @ 6000 rpm
162 Nm @ 3200 rpm
Bore
101 mm
103.2 mm
Stroke
73 mm
113 mm
Number Of Cylinders
2
2
Drive Type
Shaft Drive
Belt Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Compression Ratio
12.0 :1
11.0:1

Front Brake
Double Disc
Disc
Rear Brake
Disc
Disc
Front Caliper
4 Piston
Not Available
Rear Caliper
2 Piston
Not Available

Mileage (Overall)
19.60 kmpl
14 kmpl
Average Speed
Yes
Not Available
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Suspension-Front
Upside-down telescopic fork, diameter 45 mm, Travel - 90 mm
Telescopic Fork / 132 mm
Suspension-Rear
Cast aluminium single-sided swing arm with Paralever brace, central progressive spring strut, spring pre-load adjustable, rebound damping adjustable, Travel - 90 mm
Dual Shocks w/ adjustable preload / 75 mm

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
36 psi
Not Available
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
36 psi
Not Available
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
42 psi
Not Available
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
42 psi
Not Available
Tyre Size
Front :-100/90-19, Rear :-150/80-16
Front :-130/90B16, Rear :-180/65 B16
Wheel Size
Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-406.4 mm
Front :-406.4 mm,Rear :-406.4 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Aluminium cast wheels
Spoke

Dry Weight
Not Available
324 kg
Seat height
753 mm
665 mm
Load carrying capacity
202 kg
Not Available
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
3.5 L
Not Available
Gross Weight
430 kg
522 kg
Length*Width*Height
2200*830*1110 mm3
2286*1079*1203 mm3
Wheelbase
1520 mm
1626 mm
Length
2200 mm
2286 mm
Ground Clearance
Not Available
125 mm
Height
1110 mm
1203 mm
Width
830 mm
1079 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
14 L
15.1 L
Kerb Weight
227 Kg
335 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
310 mm
300 mm
Rear Brake Size
265 mm
300 mm

Call/SMS Alerts
Yes
Yes
USB charging port
Yes
Yes
Music control
Not Available
Yes
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
12V / 14AH
Not Available

Cruise Control
Yes
Yes
Frame Type
Tubular space frame
Not Available
Malfunction Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Pillion Seat
Yes
Not Available
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Not Available
Calls and Messaging
Yes
Yes
Navigation assist
Yes
Yes
Riding Modes
Yes
Sports,Touring,Yes
Traction Control
Yes
Not Available
Kill Switch
Yes
Not Available
Low battery alert
Yes
Yes
No. of Tripmeters
2
Not Available
Engine Temperature Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Not Available
Additional Features/Information
Gear Shift Assistant Pro,Tyre Pressure Control, On-Board Computer, Electronic Immobilizer, ABS Pro
Exhaust - Dual Exhaust w/ Crossover, Ambient Temperature, Gear Indicator, Vehicle Status (Vengine Hours), Vehicle Info (Speed, Fuel Range, RPM, Gear Position), Current Ride Data (Distance, Moving Time, Stop Time, Altitude, Altitude Change)
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Not Available
ABS Type
Single Channel
Dual Channel
Distance To Empty
Yes
Not Available
ABS
Single Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Cruiser Bikes
Cruiser Bikes
Body Graphics
Yes
Not Available
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth
Bluetooth
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Single
Split
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Not Available
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Tachometer
Digital
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Yes
Yes
Low Battery Indicator
Yes
Yes
Low Oil Indicator
Yes
Yes
Cooling System
Air & Oil Cooled
Air Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Yes
Yes
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Keyless Ignition
Yes
Yes
Saree Guard
Yes
Not Available
Shift Light
Yes
Not Available
Quick Shifter
Yes
Not Available
Hazard Light Switch
Yes
Not Available

Vehicle Warranty
3 Years
Not Available
Standard Warranty (Years)
3
Not Available
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BMW R 12 Vs Indian Super Chief Limited FAQs

Which bike is cheaper BMW R 12 vs Indian Super Chief Limited?
The BMW R 12 is cheaper than Indian Super Chief Limited by ₹1.83 Lakh.
Which bike offers better performance BMW R 12 vs Indian Super Chief Limited?
For the STD version, 1170 cc Petrol engine of R 12 produces 96.31 PS @ 6500 rpm of power and 110 Nm @ 6000 rpm of torque. Whereas for the Black Metallic version, 1890 cc Petrol engine of Super Chief Limited produces 88 PS of power and 162 Nm @ 3200 rpm of torque

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