BMW S 1000 R vs Triumph Rocket 3

Last Updated: October 12, 2026

BMW S 1000 R price starts at Rs. 22.25 Lakh, which is Rs. 1.78 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of Triumph Rocket 3, priced at Rs. 24.03 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the S 1000 R offers a claimed 16.12 kmpl, while the Rocket 3 delivers 15.15 kmpl. On the performance front, the S 1000 R uses a 999cc engine producing 169.9 PS @ 11000 rpm and the Rocket 3 a 2458cc engine producing 182 PS @ 7000 rpm. If you're deciding between the S 1000 R and Rocket 3, the S 1000 R is the better pick for affordability and mileage, while the Rocket 3 stands out for performance.

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S 1000 R vs Rocket 3 Comparison Summary

Specification BMW S 1000 RTriumph Rocket 3
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 22.25 LakhRs. 24.03 Lakh
Mileage 16.12 kmpl15.15 kmpl
Engine 999 cc2458 cc
Max power 169.9 PS @ 11000 rpm182 PS @ 7000 rpm
Kerb weight 199 Kg320 Kg

S 1000 R vs Rocket 3 Key Highlights

Basic Info BMW S 1000 R STDTriumph Rocket 3 R
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Brand Name BMW Triumph
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 22.25 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 24.03 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Oil/water-cooled, four-cylinder, four-stroke, in-line engine with four valves per cylinder Liquid-cooled, 12 valve, DOHC, inline 3-cylinder
Max Power 169.9 PS @ 11000 rpm 182 PS @ 7000 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
BMW S 1000 R Colors
Triumph Rocket 3 Colors
Wheel Size Front :-431.8 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. 60,920 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 65,796 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 50,262 S 1000 R Insurance Rs. 52,858 Rocket 3 Insurance
Brochure
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N/A

Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
Not Available
Valves (per cylinder)
4
4
Claimed Top Speed
200 kmph
220 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Engine Type
Oil/water-cooled, four-cylinder, four-stroke, in-line engine with four valves per cylinder
Liquid-cooled, 12 valve, DOHC, inline 3-cylinder
Engine Displacement
999 cc
2458 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
169.9 PS @ 11000 rpm
182 PS @ 7000 rpm
Max Torque
114 Nm @ 9250 rpm
225 Nm @ 4000 rpm
Bore
80 mm
110.2 mm
Stroke
49.7 mm
85.9 mm
Number Of Cylinders
4
3
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Shaft Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Compression Ratio
12.5 :1
10.8:1

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

Mileage (Overall)
16.12 kmpl
15.15 kmpl
0-100 Kmph (sec)
3.2s
2.73s
Average Speed
Yes
Not Available
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Suspension-Front
Upside Down Fork - 'Adjustable Rebound, Compression Stage And Spring Preload
Showa 47mm USD 1 1 cartridge front forks, compression and rebound damping adjustment, 120mm wheel travel
Suspension-Rear
Adjustable Rebound, Compression Stage And Spring Preload
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 :-120/70-17, Rear :- 190/55-17
Front :-150/80-R17, Rear :-240/50-R16
Wheel Size
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-406.4 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Dry Weight
177 kg
Not Available
Seat height
830 mm
750 mm
Load carrying capacity
208 kg
Not Available
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
4 L
Not Available
Gross Weight
407 kg
Not Available
Length*Width*Height
2090*812*1115 mm3
Not Available
Wheelbase
1447 mm
1677 mm
Length
2090 mm
Not Available
Height
1115 mm
1183 mm
Width
812 mm
920 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
16.5 L
18 L
Kerb Weight
199 Kg
320 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
320 mm
320 mm
Rear Brake Size
220 mm
300 mm

Call/SMS Alerts
Yes
Not Available
USB charging port
Yes
Not Available
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
12V / 8AH
Not Available
Projector head light
Not Available
Yes

Cruise Control
Yes
Yes
Frame Type
Bridge-type frame, cast aluminium, 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
Not Available
Yes
Riding Modes
Rain,Road,Dynamic
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
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Not Available
Additional Features/Information
ABS Pro, On-board Computer
Not Available
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Not Available
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Distance To Empty
Yes
Not Available
Reverse Assist
Yes
Not Available
Immobilizer
Yes
Not Available
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Super Bikes, Sports Bikes, Roadster 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
Oil Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Not Available
Yes
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Yes
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
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BMW S 1000 R Vs Triumph Rocket 3 FAQs

Which bike is cheaper BMW S 1000 R vs Triumph Rocket 3?
The BMW S 1000 R is cheaper than Triumph Rocket 3 by ₹1.78 Lakh.
Which bike offers better performance BMW S 1000 R vs Triumph Rocket 3?
For the STD version, 999 cc Petrol engine of S 1000 R produces 169.9 PS @ 11000 rpm of power and 114 Nm @ 9250 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

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