BMW M 1000 R vs Indian Motorcycle Challenger
Do you want to find out which bike is the best, BMW M 1000 R or Indian Motorcycle Challenger? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between M 1000 R and Challenger. BMW M 1000 R Price starts at Rs.33.00 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD and Indian Motorcycle Challenger Price starts at Rs.36.97 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Dark Horse Black Smoke. BMW M 1000 R is 4 cylinder, 999 cc Engine can generate 206.5 bhp @ 14500 rpm power whereas Indian Motorcycle Challenger is a N/A cylinder, 1768 cc Engine can generate 122.5 PS @ 5500 rpm power. In terms of mileage, M 1000 R provides a mileage of 15 kmpl (base model), and Challenger has a mileage of 16.7 kmpl (base model). BMW M 1000 R is available in 2 colours & 2 variants whereas Indian Motorcycle Challenger is available in 1 colours & 7 variants.
M 1000 R vs Challenger
Key Highlights | BMW M 1000 R | Indian Challenger |
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Price | Rs.33.00 Lakh | Rs.36.97 Lakh |
Engine Capacity | 999 cc | 1768 cc |
Power | 206.5 bhp @ 14500 rpm | 122.5 PS @ 5500 rpm |
Mileage/Range | 15 kmpl | 16.7 kmpl |
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Specifications Overview
M 1000 R specifications | Challenger specifications | |
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Variant Name | ||
On Road Price | 37.49 Lakh Price Breakup | 42.00 Lakh Price Breakup |
User Rating | 3.7 | 3.7 |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 16.5 Litres | 22.7 Litres |
Engine Displacement | 999 cc | 1768 cc |
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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres
M 1000 R Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | Challenger Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | |
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Braking System | Dual Channel ABS | Dual Channel ABS |
Calliper Type | Front 4 Piston Rear 1 Piston | - |
Front Disc Size | 320 | - |
Front Suspension Preload Adjuster | Yes | - |
Front Wheel Size | 17 | - |
Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster | Yes | - |
Rear Wheel Size | 17 | - |
Wheel Type | Alloy | Alloy |
Front Tyre Size | 120/70 - ZR17 | - |
Rear Tyre Size | 200/55 - ZR17 | - |
Front Type | Disc | Double Disc |
Rear Disc/Drum Size | 220 mm | 298 mm |
Rear Type | Disc | Disc |
Tubeless Tyres | Yes | Yes |
Tyre Size Spare | No | No |
Instrumentation
M 1000 R Instrumentation | Challenger Instrumentation | |
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Riding Modes Switch | Yes | No |
Touch Screen Display | No | - |
Fuel level guage | Yes | - |
Gear Indicator | Yes | - |
Tachometer | Digital | Analogue |
Speedometer | Digital | Analogue |
Odometer | Digital | Digital |
Exterior
M 1000 R Exterior | Challenger Exterior | |
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Daytime Running Lights | Yes | - |
LED headlight | Yes | - |
Body & Suspension
M 1000 R Body & Suspension | Challenger Body & Suspension | |
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Colors | ||
Images | ||
Frame Type | Bridge-type frame | - |
Engine & Transmission
M 1000 R Engine & Transmission | Challenger Engine & Transmission | |
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Gear Shifting Pattern | 1 Down 5 Up | - |
Engine Capacity | 999 cc | 1768 cc |
Engine Type | Water/oil-cooled 4-cylinder 4-stroke in-line engine& four titanium valves per cylinder& BMW ShiftCam | PowerPlus |
No. of Cylinders | 4 | - |
No. of valves per cylinder | 4 | - |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Battery Capacity | 3 kwh | - |
Top Speed | 280 kmph | 125 kmph |
Bore x Stroke | 80 mm x 49.7 mm | 108 mm x 96.5 mm |
Configuration | Four Cylinder | Twin Cylinder |
Cooling type | Water/Oil Cooled | Liquid cooled |
Fuelling | Fuel Injection | - |
Max Power | 206.5 bhp @ 14500 rpm | 122.5 PS @ 5500 rpm |
Max Torque | 113 Nm @ 11000 rpm | 178 Nm @ 3800 rpm |
Mileage (Claimed) | 15 kmpl | 16.7 kmpl |
Comfort & Convenience
M 1000 R Comfort & Convenience | Challenger Comfort & Convenience | |
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Average Speed Indicator | Yes | - |
Call/SMS Alerts | Yes | - |
Front Storage Box | No | - |
Geo Fencing | No | - |
Pillion Backrest | No | - |
Pillion Footrest | Yes | - |
Riding Modes | 4 | - |
Service Reminder Indicator | Yes | - |
GPS & Navigation | Yes | - |
Console Type | Digital | Digital |
Distance to Empty Indicator | Yes | - |
Engine Kill Switch | Yes | - |
Instrument Console | Digital | - |
Side Stand Indicator | Yes | - |
Start Type | Self Start | Self Start |
Safety
M 1000 R Safety | Challenger Safety | |
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AHO (Automatic Headlight On) | Yes | Yes |
Hazard Warning Indicator | Yes | - |
Hazard Warning Switch | Yes | - |
Radial Tyres | Yes | - |
Side Stand Alarm | Yes | No |
Pass Light | Yes | - |
Pillion Grabrail | Yes | - |
Turn Signal | LED | - |
ABS - Anti-lock braking system | Yes | Yes |
Power Modes | 4 | - |
Slipper Clutch | Wet Multiplate | - |
Traction Control System | Yes | - |
Dimensions & Capacity
M 1000 R Dimensions & Capacity | Challenger Dimensions & Capacity | |
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Length | - | 2501 mm |
Width | 848 mm | 990 mm |
Height | 1197 mm | 1346 mm |
Wheelbase | 1455 mm | 1668 mm |
Ground Clearance | - | 137 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 16.5 Litres | 22.7 Litres |
Engine Oil Capacity | - | 4.25 Litres |
Body Type | Super Bike | Adventure |
Seat Height | 830 mm | 672 mm |
Unladden/Kerb Weight | 199 kg | - |
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Detailed Comparison of BMW M 1000 R and Indian Challenger
Safety
M 1000 R comes loaded with Yes ABS - Anti-lock braking system, Pillion Grabrail, Side Stand Alarm, Hazard Warning Switch, AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Radial Tyres, Hazard Warning Indicator, Pass Light, ABS - Anti-lock braking system , Traction Control System. Challenger has AHO (Automatic Headlight On), ABS - Anti-lock braking system .
Transmission
BMW M 1000 R comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission and Challenger comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission.
Dimensions
BMW M 1000 R has a 16.5 Litres fuel tank with 1197 mm seat height. Indian Motorcycle Challenger has 1346 mm seat height and 22.7 Litres fuel tank capacity.
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BMW M 1000 R and Indian Challenger FAQs
What is the on-road price of BMW M 1000 R?
The on-road price of BMW M 1000 R is Rs. 37.49 Lakh in New Delhi.
What is the on-road price of Indian Challenger?
The on-road price of Indian Challenger is Rs. 42.00 Lakh in New Delhi.