Harley-Davidson Sportster S vs Triumph Speed Triple 1200

Last Updated: August 9, 2026

Harley-Davidson Sportster S price starts at Rs. 18.05 Lakh, which is Rs. 3.71 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of Triumph Speed Triple 1200, priced at Rs. 21.76 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the Sportster S offers a claimed 19.6 kmpl, while the Speed Triple 1200 delivers 18.18 kmpl. On the performance front, the Sportster S uses a 1252cc engine producing 122.3 PS @ 7500 rpm and the Speed Triple 1200 a 1160cc engine producing 180 PS @ 10750 rpm. If you're deciding between the Sportster S and Speed Triple 1200, the Sportster S is the better pick for affordability and mileage, while the Speed Triple 1200 stands out for performance.

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Sportster S vs Speed Triple 1200 Comparison Summary

Specification Harley-Davidson Sportster STriumph Speed Triple 1200
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 18.05 LakhRs. 21.76 Lakh
Mileage 19.6 kmpl18.18 kmpl
Engine 1252 cc1160 cc
Max power 122.3 PS @ 7500 rpm180 PS @ 10750 rpm
Kerb weight 228 KgNot Available

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Basic Info Harley-Davidson Sportster S STDTriumph Speed Triple 1200 RS
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Brand Name Harley-Davidson Triumph
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 18.05 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 21.76 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Revolution™ Max 1250T Liquid-cooled, 12 valve, DOHC, inline 3-cylinder
Max Power 122.3 PS @ 7500 rpm 180 PS @ 10750 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Harley Davidson Sportster S Colors
Triumph Speed Triple 1200 Colors
Wheel Size Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-406.4 mm Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Cast Aluminium
ABS Dual Channel Dual Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 49,420 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 59,576 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 46,165 Sportster S Insurance Rs. 51,986 Speed Triple 1200 Insurance
Brochure N/A N/A

Valves (per cylinder)
4
4
Claimed Top Speed
230 kmph
230 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Engine Type
Revolution™ Max 1250T
Liquid-cooled, 12 valve, DOHC, inline 3-cylinder
Engine Displacement
1252 cc
1160 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
122.3 PS @ 7500 rpm
180 PS @ 10750 rpm
Max Torque
125 Nm @ 6000 rpm
128 Nm @ 9000 rpm
Bore
105 mm
90.0 mm
Stroke
72.3 mm
60.8 mm
Number Of Cylinders
2
3
Drive Type
Belt Drive
Chain chain
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Compression Ratio
12.0:1
13.2:1

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

Mileage (Overall)
19.6 kmpl
18.18 kmpl
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Suspension-Front
43 mm inverted fork with compression, rebound and spring preload adjustability. Aluminum fork triple clamps.
Öhlins 43mm fully adjustable USD forks, 120mm travel, SmartEC3 OBTi system electronic compression / rebound damping
Suspension-Rear
Linkage-mounted, piggyback monoshock with compression, rebound and hydraulic spring preload adjustability
Öhlins monoshock RSU with linkage, 120mm rear wheel travel, SmartEC3 OBTi system electronic compression / rebound damping

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 :-160/70-17, Rear :- 180/70-16
Front :- 120/70-17, Rear :-190/55-17
Wheel Size
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-406.4 mm
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Make
Dunlop
Not Available
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Radial Tyre
Yes
Not Available
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Cast Aluminium

Dry Weight
221 kg
199 kg
Seat height
765 mm
830 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
1.7 L
Not Available
Engine Oil Capacity
4.5 L
Not Available
Length*Width*Height
2270*840*1089 mm3
Not Available
Wheelbase
1520 mm
1445 mm
Length
2270 mm
Not Available
Ground Clearance
90 mm
Not Available
Height
1089 mm
1089 mm
Width
840 mm
810 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
11.7 L
15.5 L
Kerb Weight
228 Kg
Not Available
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
320 mm
320 mm
Rear Brake Size
260 mm
220 mm

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

Cruise Control
Yes
Yes
Frame Type
High Strength Low Alloy Wheel Trellis Frame
Aluminium twin spar frame, bolt-on aluminium rear subframe
Digital Display Type
TFT
Not Available
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Calls and Messaging
Yes
Not Available
Navigation assist
Yes
Not Available
Riding Modes
Yes
Track,Rain,Road,Sports,Yes
Traction Control
Yes
Yes
Kill Switch
Yes
Yes
Low battery alert
Yes
Not Available
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Drag-Torque Slip Control System, Tyre Pressure Monitoring System, Wheel Lift Mitigation, Cornering Enhanced Anti-lock Brake System, Cornering Enhanced Traction Control System, Cornering Drag-Torque Slip Control System, Enhanced Lift Mitigation
Rake - 23.9º, Trail - 104.7 mm
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Not Available
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Not Available
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Cruiser Bikes
Super Bikes, Sports Naked Bikes, Sports Bikes
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth
Not Available
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Single
Split
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Mobile Application
Yes
Not Available
Tachometer
Digital
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Yes
Yes
Low Battery Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Yes
Not Available
Switchable ABS
Not Available
Yes
Keyless Ignition
Not Available
Yes
Quick Shifter
Not Available
Yes
Hazard Light Switch
Yes
Not Available

Air Filter Service Cost
No
Not Available
Spark Plug Service Cost
No
Not Available
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Harley Davidson Sportster S Vs Triumph Speed Triple 1200 FAQs

Which bike is cheaper Harley Davidson Sportster S vs Triumph Speed Triple 1200?
The Harley-Davidson Sportster S is cheaper than Triumph Speed Triple 1200 by ₹3.71 Lakh.
Which bike offers better performance Harley Davidson Sportster S vs Triumph Speed Triple 1200?
For the STD version, 1252 cc Petrol engine of Sportster S produces 122.3 PS @ 7500 rpm of power and 125 Nm @ 6000 rpm of torque. Whereas for the RS version, 1160 cc Petrol engine of Speed Triple 1200 produces 180 PS @ 10750 rpm of power and 128 Nm @ 9000 rpm of torque

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