BMW R 12 vs 2027 Triumph Tiger 1200

Last Updated: November 3, 2026

2027 Triumph Tiger 1200 price starts at Rs. 20.99 Lakh, which is Rs. 1.51 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of BMW R 12, priced at Rs. 22.50 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the R 12 offers a claimed 19.60 kmpl, while the 2027 Tiger 1200 delivers 18.8 kmpl. On the performance front, the R 12 uses a 1170cc engine producing 96.31 PS @ 6500 rpm and the 2027 Tiger 1200 a 1160cc engine producing 150 PS @ 9000 rpm. If you're deciding between the R 12 and 2027 Tiger 1200, the 2027 Tiger 1200 is the better pick for affordability and performance, while the R 12 stands out for a lighter kerb weight.

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R 12 vs 2027 Tiger 1200 Comparison Summary

Specification BMW R 122027 Triumph Tiger 1200
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 22.50 LakhRs. 20.99 Lakh
Mileage 19.60 kmpl18.8 kmpl
Engine 1170 cc1160 cc
Max power 96.31 PS @ 6500 rpm150 PS @ 9000 rpm
Kerb weight 227 Kg246 Kg

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Basic Info BMW R 12 STDTriumph 2027 Tiger 1200 GT Pro
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Brand Name BMW Triumph
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 22.50 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 20.99 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type 2-Cylinder 4-Stroke Boxer Engine Liquid-cooled, 12 valve, DOHC, inline 3-cylinder
Max Power 96.31 PS @ 6500 rpm 150 PS @ 9000 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
BMW R 12 Colors
Triumph 2027 Tiger 1200 Colors
Wheel Size Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-406.4 mm Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-457.2 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Aluminium cast wheels Alloy
ABS Single Channel Dual Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 61,604 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 57,470 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 50,627 R 12 Insurance Rs. 48,426 2027 Tiger 1200 Insurance
Brochure
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N/A

Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
Not Available
Valves (per cylinder)
4
4
Claimed Top Speed
203 kmph
220 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Engine Type
2-Cylinder 4-Stroke Boxer Engine
Liquid-cooled, 12 valve, DOHC, inline 3-cylinder
Engine Displacement
1170 cc
1160 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
96.31 PS @ 6500 rpm
150 PS @ 9000 rpm
Max Torque
110 Nm @ 6000 rpm
130 Nm @ 7000 rpm
Bore
101 mm
90 mm
Stroke
73 mm
60.7 mm
Number Of Cylinders
2
3
Drive Type
Shaft Drive
Shaft Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Compression Ratio
12.0 :1
13.2:1

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

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

Suspension-Front
Upside-down telescopic fork, diameter 45 mm, Travel - 90 mm
Showa 49mm, semi-active damping USD forks. Wheel Travel 200 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
Wheel Travel 200 mm Showa semi-active damping monoshock with automatic electronic preload adjustment and New Active Preload Reduction feature. Depending on the combined weight of rider, pillion and lu

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 :-120/70-19,Rear :-150/70-18
Wheel Size
Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-406.4 mm
Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-457.2 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Aluminium cast wheels
Alloy

Seat height
753 mm
850 mm
Load carrying capacity
202 kg
Not Available
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
3.5 L
Not Available
Gross Weight
430 kg
Not Available
Length*Width*Height
2200*830*1110 mm3
Not Available
Wheelbase
1520 mm
1560 mm
Length
2200 mm
Not Available
Height
1110 mm
1436 mm
Width
830 mm
849 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
14 L
20 L
Kerb Weight
227 Kg
246 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
310 mm
320 mm
Rear Brake Size
265 mm
282 mm

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

Cruise Control
Yes
Yes
Frame Type
Tubular space frame
Tubular steel frame, with forged aluminium outriggers. Fabricated, bolt-on aluminium rear subframe
Digital Display Type
Not Available
TFT
Malfunction Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Pillion Seat
Yes
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Yes
Calls and Messaging
Yes
Yes
Navigation assist
Yes
Not Available
Riding Modes
Yes
Rain,Road,Off-Road,Configurable Rider,Sports
Traction Control
Yes
Yes
Kill Switch
Yes
Yes
Low battery alert
Yes
Not Available
No. of Tripmeters
2
2
Engine Temperature Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Hill Hold
Not Available
Yes
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Gear Shift Assistant Pro,Tyre Pressure Control, On-Board Computer, Electronic Immobilizer, ABS Pro
Not Available
Windscreen
Not Available
Yes
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Yes
ABS Type
Single Channel
Dual Channel
Distance To Empty
Yes
Not Available
ABS
Single Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Cruiser Bikes
Adventure Tourer Bikes, Off Road 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
Yes
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Tachometer
Digital
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Yes
Yes
Low Battery Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Low Oil Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Cooling System
Air & Oil Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Yes
Not Available
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Keyless Ignition
Yes
Not Available
Saree Guard
Yes
Not Available
Shift Light
Yes
Not Available
Quick Shifter
Yes
Yes
Hazard Light Switch
Yes
Not Available

Vehicle Warranty
3 Years
3 Years
Standard Warranty (Years)
3
3
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BMW R 12 Vs 2027 Triumph Tiger 1200 FAQs

Which bike is cheaper BMW R 12 vs 2027 Triumph Tiger 1200?
The 2027 Triumph Tiger 1200 is cheaper than BMW R 12 by ₹1.51 Lakh.
Which bike offers better performance BMW R 12 vs 2027 Triumph Tiger 1200?
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 GT Pro version, 1160 cc Petrol engine of 2027 Tiger 1200 produces 150 PS @ 9000 rpm of power and 130 Nm @ 7000 rpm of torque

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