KTM 1290 Super Adventure S vs Triumph Rocket 3

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S Price starts at Rs. 22.74 Lakh which is Rs. 1.94 Lakh costlier than base model of Triumph Rocket 3 priced at Rs. 20.80 Lakh. The claimed mileage of KTM 1290 Super Adventure S is 17.54 kmpl whereas the mileage of Triumph Rocket 3 is 15.15 kmpl. In technical specifications, KTM 1290 Super Adventure S is powered by 1301 cc engine , while Triumph Rocket 3 is powered by 2458 cc engine. KTM 1290 Super Adventure S is available in 1 different colours while Triumph Rocket 3 comes with 6 colours. The Comparison KTM 1290 Super Adventure S vs Triumph Rocket 3 can be described on the basis of price and specifications.

1290 Super Adventure S vs Rocket 3

Key Highlights 1290 Super Adventure S STDRocket 3 R
Engine Type 2 Cylinder, 4 Stroke, V 75° Liquid-cooled, 12 valve, DOHC, inline 3-cylinder
Max Power 160.43 PS @ 9000 rpm 182 PS @ 7000 rpm

1290 Super Adventure S vs Rocket 3 Key Highlights

Basic Info KTM 1290 Super Adventure S STDTriumph Rocket 3 R
Rating
2 reviews
9 reviews
Brand Name KTM Triumph
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 22.74 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 24.03 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type 2 Cylinder, 4 Stroke, V 75° Liquid-cooled, 12 valve, DOHC, inline 3-cylinder
Max Power 160.43 PS @ 9000 rpm 182 PS @ 7000 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
KTM 1290 Super Adventure S Colors
Triumph Rocket 3 Colors
Brakes Front Disc Double Disc
Brakes Rear Disc Disc
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. 62,259 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 65,796 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 50,975 1290 Super Adventure S Insurance Rs. 52,858 Rocket 3 Insurance
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Engine Type
2 Cylinder, 4 Stroke, V 75°
Liquid-cooled, 12 valve, DOHC, inline 3-cylinder
Engine Displacement
1301 cc
2458 cc
Max Power
160.43 PS @ 9000 rpm
182 PS @ 7000 rpm
Max Torque
138 Nm @ 6500 rpm
225 Nm @ 4000 rpm
Emission Type
bs6-2.0
bs6-2.0
Bore
108 mm
110.2 mm
Stroke
71 mm
85.9 mm
No Of Cylinders
2
3
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Shaft Drive
Valve Per Cylinder
4
4
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
Double ignition
...
Compression Ratio
13.1
10.8:1

Brakes Front
Disc
Double Disc
Brakes Rear
Disc
Disc

Mileage (Overall)
17.54 kmpl
15.15 kmpl
0-100 Kmph (sec)
...
2.73s
Top Speed
230 kmph
220 kmph

Tyre Size
Front :-120/70-19, Rear :-170/60-17
Front :-150/80-R17, Rear :-240/50-R16
Peak Power
160.43 PS @ 9000 rpm
182 PS @ 7000 rpm
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
Optimum Tyre pressure (Rider)
35 psi
...

Dry Weight
220 kg
...
Seat height
869 mm
750 mm
Wheelbase
1557 mm
1677 mm
Ground Clearance
223 mm
...
Height
...
1183 mm
Width
...
920 mm
Fuel Capacity
23 Liters
18 Liters
Kerb Weight
250 Kg
320 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Saddle Height
869 mm
750 mm
Front Brake Diameter
320 mm
320 mm
Rear Brake Diameter
267 mm
300 mm

Additional Features
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS), Motorcycle Stability Control (MSC), Ride By Wire
...
Call/SMS Alerts
...
USB charging port
...
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
12V / 11.2AH
...
Turn Signal Lamp
LED
LED

Cruise Control
Frame
Chromium Molybdenum Steel Trellis Frame, Powder Coated (Sunframe - Aluminum, Powder Coated)
Full aluminium frame
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Off Road Bikes
Cruiser Bikes, Roadster Bikes
Instrument Console
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth
Bluetooth
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Split
Split
Pass Switch
Display
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Handle Type
Aluminum, tapered
...
Tripmeter
Digital
Digital
Distance to Empty Indicator
...
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Techometer
Digital
Digital
Clock
Digital
Low Battery Indicator
...
Low Oil Indicator
Passenger Footrest
Projector Headlights
Passenger Backrest
...
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Service Due Indicator
DRLs
...
Keyless Ignition
...

Standard Warranty (Years)
2
...
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
50000
...

Is KTM 1290 Super Adventure S Better Than Triumph Rocket 3?

100% users have chosen KTM 1290 Super Adventure S over Triumph Rocket 3 in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 29 users have also rated KTM 1290 Super Adventure S and Triumph Rocket 3 on some really important factors like Mileage , performance, comfort, safety etc. and have given their personal opinions about these bikes.
As per the users experiences KTM 1290 Super Adventure S is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for maintenance in your bike. But Triumph Rocket 3 is better on the grounds of performance and comfort. On the basis of mileage user have rated both the bikes equally.

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 1290 Super Adventure S Rocket 3
Mileage 3.5 3.5
Performance 2.5 4.8
Comfort 3.5 4.5
Maintenance 4.5 3.9
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Recently Asked User Questions

Q. What is the size difference between Fat Boy and Rocket 3?
  • Wheelbase, Length, Width, Height, Ground Clearance and seat height of Triumph Rocket 3 are 1665 mm, 2500 mm, 886 mm, 1066 mm, 140 mm, and 750 mm respectively. On the other hand, the dimensions of Harley Davidson Fat Boy are 1665 mm, 2370 mm, ~990 mm, ~1,095 mm, 115 mm, and 670 mm respectively.
Q. What is the difference in Triumph Rocket 3 R and Triumph Rocket 3 GT?
  • The triumph 3r is a street oriented roadster while as 3gt is the cruiser variant
  • Triumph Rocket 3 is available in two different variants: Rocket 3 R and Rocket 3 GT. While the Rocket 3 R is the base bike, the GT variant is essentially a touring friendly take on the regular model. It features a cushioned backrest which is height adjustable, easy-reach handlebars, taller windscreen and wheels with slightly more premium dual-tone finish, and two exclusive colour schemes as well. The GT variant also gets heated grips with two heating modes as standard, larger 19-litre fuel tank (the R variant gets an 18-litre unit) and forward-set footpegs for more laidback ergonomics.
Q. Its compare maintenance cost between Triumph Rocket 3 R and Harley Davidson Fat Boy
  • I’m trading my 2019 Fat Boy for a 2022 R3 GT 221. Dealer service for the FB was $480.00/5k miles. Save money by doing 90% or the service yourself.

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S Vs Triumph Rocket 3 FAQs

Which bike is best between KTM 1290 Super Adventure S vs Triumph Rocket 3?
As per the users experiences KTM 1290 Super Adventure S is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for maintenance in your bike. But Triumph Rocket 3 is better on the grounds of performance and comfort. On the basis of mileage user have rated both the bikes equally.
Which bike is cheaper KTM 1290 Super Adventure S vs Triumph Rocket 3?
The KTM 1290 Super Adventure S is cheaper than Triumph Rocket 3 by ₹1.29 Lakh.
Which bike offers better performance KTM 1290 Super Adventure S vs Triumph Rocket 3?
For the STD version, 1301 cc Petrol engine of 1290 Super Adventure S produces 160.43 PS @ 9000 rpm of power and 138 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 KTM 1290 Super Adventure S has better performance.

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