KTM 1290 Super Adventure S vs Triumph Rocket 3

Last Updated: September 12, 2026

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S price starts at Rs. 22.74 Lakh, which is Rs. 1.29 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of Triumph Rocket 3, priced at Rs. 24.03 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the 1290 Super Adventure S offers a claimed 17.54 kmpl, while the Rocket 3 delivers 15.15 kmpl. On the performance front, the 1290 Super Adventure S uses a 1301cc engine producing 160.43 PS @ 9000 rpm and the Rocket 3 a 2458cc engine producing 182 PS @ 7000 rpm. If you're deciding between the 1290 Super Adventure S and Rocket 3, the 1290 Super Adventure S is the better pick for affordability and mileage, while the Rocket 3 stands out for performance.

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1290 Super Adventure S vs Rocket 3 Comparison Summary

Specification KTM 1290 Super Adventure STriumph Rocket 3
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 22.74 LakhRs. 24.03 Lakh
Mileage 17.54 kmpl15.15 kmpl
Engine 1301 cc2458 cc
Max power 160.43 PS @ 9000 rpm182 PS @ 7000 rpm
Kerb weight 250 Kg320 Kg

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
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
Brochure
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N/A

Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
Not Available
Valves (per cylinder)
4
4
Claimed Top Speed
230 kmph
220 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Engine Type
2 Cylinder, 4 Stroke, V 75°
Liquid-cooled, 12 valve, DOHC, inline 3-cylinder
Engine Displacement
1301 cc
2458 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
160.43 PS @ 9000 rpm
182 PS @ 7000 rpm
Max Torque
138 Nm @ 6500 rpm
225 Nm @ 4000 rpm
Bore
108 mm
110.2 mm
Stroke
71 mm
85.9 mm
Number Of Cylinders
2
3
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Shaft Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
Double ignition
Not Available
Compression Ratio
13.1
10.8:1

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

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

Suspension-Front
Wp Sat (Semi Active Technology) Upside-Down Ø 48 mm/ Semi Active, Travel - 200 mm
Showa 47mm USD 1 1 cartridge front forks, compression and rebound damping adjustment, 120mm wheel travel
Suspension-Rear
Wp Sat (Semi Active Technology) Shock Absorber/ Semi Active, Electronically Regulated Preload, Travel - 200 mm
Fully adjustable Showa piggyback reservoir RSU with remote hydraulic preload adjuster, 107mm wheel travel

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
35 psi
Not Available
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
35 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

Dry Weight
220 kg
Not Available
Seat height
869 mm
750 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
5 L
Not Available
Wheelbase
1557 mm
1677 mm
Ground Clearance
223 mm
Not Available
Height
Not Available
1183 mm
Width
Not Available
920 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
23 L
18 L
Kerb Weight
250 Kg
320 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
320 mm
320 mm
Rear Brake Size
267 mm
300 mm

Call/SMS Alerts
Yes
Not Available
USB charging port
Yes
Not Available
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
12V / 11.2AH
Not Available
Projector head light
Yes
Yes

Cruise Control
Yes
Yes
Frame Type
Chromium Molybdenum Steel Trellis Frame, Powder Coated (Sunframe - Aluminum, Powder Coated)
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
Rain,Off-Road,Sports,Street
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
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Not Available
Additional Features/Information
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS), Motorcycle Stability Control (MSC), Ride By Wire
Not Available
Windscreen
Yes
Not Available
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Not Available
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Distance To Empty
Yes
Not Available
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Not Available
Handlebar type
Aluminum, tapered
Not Available
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Off Road Bikes
Cruiser Bikes, Roadster Bikes
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth
Bluetooth
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Split
Split
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Tachometer
Digital
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Digital
Yes
Low Battery Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Low Oil Indicator
Yes
Yes
Passenger Backrest
Not Available
Yes
Cooling System
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
Hazard Light Switch
Yes
Not Available

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

Vehicle Warranty
2 Years or 50,000 Km
Not Available
Standard Warranty (Years)
2
Not Available
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
50000
Not Available

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

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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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