BMW R 1300 GS vs Triumph Rocket 3

Last Updated: August 8, 2026

BMW R 1300 GS price starts at Rs. 23.50 Lakh, which is Rs. 53,100 cheaper than the base variant of Triumph Rocket 3, priced at Rs. 24.03 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the R 1300 GS offers a claimed 20.83 kmpl, while the Rocket 3 delivers 15.15 kmpl. On the performance front, the R 1300 GS uses a 1300cc engine producing 145.48 PS @ 7750 rpm and the Rocket 3 a 2458cc engine producing 182 PS @ 7000 rpm. If you're deciding between the R 1300 GS and Rocket 3, the R 1300 GS is the better pick for affordability and mileage, while the Rocket 3 stands out for performance.

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R 1300 GS vs Rocket 3 Comparison Summary

Specification BMW R 1300 GSTriumph Rocket 3
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 23.50 LakhRs. 24.03 Lakh
Mileage 20.83 kmpl15.15 kmpl
Engine 1300 cc2458 cc
Max power 145.48 PS @ 7750 rpm182 PS @ 7000 rpm
Kerb weight 237 Kg320 Kg

R 1300 GS vs Rocket 3 Key Highlights

Basic Info BMW R 1300 GS ProTriumph Rocket 3 R
Rating
3 reviews
9 reviews
Brand Name BMW Triumph
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 23.50 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 24.03 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Air-liquid Cooled two-cylinder four-stroke boxer engine with two overhead chain-driven camshafts and balancing gearwheels Liquid-cooled, 12 valve, DOHC, inline 3-cylinder
Max Power 145.48 PS @ 7750 rpm 182 PS @ 7000 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
BMW R 1300 GS Colors
Triumph Rocket 3 Colors
Wheel Size Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-406.4 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Alloy
ABS Dual Channel Dual Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 64,342 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 65,796 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 52,084 R 1300 GS Insurance Rs. 52,858 Rocket 3 Insurance
Brochure
Download Brochure
N/A

Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
Not Available
Valves (per cylinder)
4
4
Claimed Top Speed
225 kmph
220 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Engine Type
Air-liquid Cooled two-cylinder four-stroke boxer engine with two overhead chain-driven camshafts and balancing gearwheels
Liquid-cooled, 12 valve, DOHC, inline 3-cylinder
Engine Displacement
1300 cc
2458 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
145.48 PS @ 7750 rpm
182 PS @ 7000 rpm
Max Torque
149 Nm @ 6500 rpm
225 Nm @ 4000 rpm
Bore
106.5 mm
110.2 mm
Stroke
73 mm
85.9 mm
Number Of Cylinders
2
3
Drive Type
Shaft Drive
Shaft Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Compression Ratio
13.3:1
10.8:1

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

Mileage (Overall)
20.83 kmpl
15.15 kmpl
0-100 Kmph (sec)
Not Available
2.73s
Average Speed
Yes
Not Available
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Suspension-Front
BMW Motorrad EVO-Telelever, handlebar tilting decoupeled via flex element, central shock absorber, Travel - 190 mm
Showa 47mm USD 1 1 cartridge front forks, compression and rebound damping adjustment, 120mm wheel travel
Suspension-Rear
BMW Motorrad EVO-Paralever, cast aluminium single-sided swingarm, transversal connected swing arm bearings, central WAD spring strut, spring preload fully adjustable, Travel - 200 mm
Fully adjustable Showa piggyback reservoir RSU with remote hydraulic preload adjuster, 107mm wheel travel

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 :-120/70-19 Rear :-170/60-17
Front :-150/80-R17, Rear :-240/50-R16
Wheel Size
Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-406.4 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Seat height
850 mm
750 mm
Load carrying capacity
228
Not Available
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
4 L
Not Available
Gross Weight
465 kg
Not Available
Length*Width*Height
2212*1000*1406 mm3
Not Available
Wheelbase
1518 mm
1677 mm
Length
2212 mm
Not Available
Height
1406 mm
1183 mm
Width
1000 mm
920 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
19 L
18 L
Kerb Weight
237 Kg
320 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
310 mm
320 mm
Rear Brake Size
285 mm
300 mm

Battery Type
Li-ion
Not Available
Call/SMS Alerts
Yes
Not Available
USB charging port
Yes
Not Available
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
12V / 10AH
Not Available
Projector head light
Not Available
Yes

Cruise Control
Yes
Yes
Frame Type
Two-part frame concept consisting of main frame and rear frame bolted to it, co-supporting engine
Full aluminium frame
Digital Display Type
TFT
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
Not Available
Navigation assist
Yes
Yes
Riding Modes
Track,Rain,Road,Enduro,Dynamic,Enduro Pro
Rain,Road,Configurable Rider,Sports
Traction Control
Yes
Yes
Kill Switch
Yes
Yes
Low battery alert
Yes
Not Available
No. of Tripmeters
2
Not Available
Engine Temperature Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Hill Hold
Yes
Not Available
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Multi-function Lock
Yes
Not Available
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Not Available
Additional Features/Information
Dynamic brake control, ABS Pro, Tyre Pressure Control, Multi Controller, On-Board Computer, Engine drag torque control, Gear Shift Assistant Pro
Not Available
Windscreen
Yes
Not Available
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Not Available
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Immobilizer
Yes
Not Available
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Adventure Tourer Bikes, Sports Tourer Bikes, Off Road Bikes
Cruiser Bikes, Roadster Bikes
Body Graphics
Yes
Not Available
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth
Bluetooth
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Split
Split
Pass Beam Switch
Not Available
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
Yes
Passenger Backrest
Not Available
Yes
Cooling System
Air Cooled & Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Yes
Yes
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Yes
Keyless Ignition
Yes
Not Available
Saree Guard
Yes
Not Available
Shift Light
Yes
Not Available
Quick Shifter
Yes
Not Available
Hazard Light Switch
Yes
Not Available

Air Filter Service Cost
Not Available
No
Spark Plug Service Cost
Not Available
No

Vehicle Warranty
3 Years
Not Available
Standard Warranty (Years)
3
Not Available

Is Triumph Rocket 3 Better Than BMW R 1300 GS?

100% users have chosen Triumph Rocket 3 over BMW R 1300 GS in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 30 users have also rated Triumph Rocket 3 and BMW R 1300 GS on some really important factors like Mileage , performance, comfort, safety etc. and have given their personal opinions about these bikes.
Triumph Rocket 3 has out rated BMW R 1300 GS on all the rating factors.
Before making your decision you should also consider the unbiased and thorough analysis of these bikes on every aspect by our auto experts who have summarised the analysis in pros, cons and final conclusion..

Ratings Factor R 1300 GS Rocket 3
Mileage 3.5 1.5
Performance 4.8 1.5
Comfort 4.5 4.0
Maintenance 3.9 1.5
Features 4.8 2.0
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BMW R 1300 GS Vs Triumph Rocket 3 FAQs

Which bike is best between BMW R 1300 GS vs Triumph Rocket 3?
Triumph Rocket 3 has out rated BMW R 1300 GS on all the rating factors.
Which bike is cheaper BMW R 1300 GS vs Triumph Rocket 3?
The BMW R 1300 GS is cheaper than Triumph Rocket 3 by ₹53,100.
Which bike offers better performance BMW R 1300 GS vs Triumph Rocket 3?
For the Pro version, 1300 cc Petrol engine of R 1300 GS produces 145.48 PS @ 7750 rpm of power and 149 Nm @ 6500 rpm of torque. Whereas for the R version, 2458 cc Petrol engine of Rocket 3 produces 182 PS @ 7000 rpm of power and 225 Nm @ 4000 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the BMW R 1300 GS has better performance.

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