BMW M 1000 RR vs Indian Motorcycle Chieftain Elite
Do you want to find out which bike is the best, BMW M 1000 RR or Indian Motorcycle Chieftain Elite? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between M 1000 RR and Chieftain Elite. BMW M 1000 RR Price starts at Rs.49.00 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD and Indian Motorcycle Chieftain Elite Price starts at Rs.38.00 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Heavy Metal Smoke. BMW M 1000 RR is 4 cylinder, 999 cc Engine can generate 209.19 bhp @ 14500 rpm power whereas Indian Motorcycle Chieftain Elite is a N/A cylinder, 1890 cc Engine can generate N/A power. In terms of mileage, M 1000 RR provides a mileage of 15.4 kmpl (base model), and Chieftain Elite has a mileage of 18 kmpl (base model). BMW M 1000 RR is available in 2 colours & 2 variants whereas Indian Motorcycle Chieftain Elite is available in 1 colours & 1 variants.
M 1000 RR vs Chieftain Elite
Key Highlights | BMW M 1000 RR | Indian Motorcycle Chieftain Elite |
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Price | Rs.49.00 Lakh | Rs.38.00 Lakh |
Engine Capacity | 999 cc | 1890 cc |
Power | 209.19 bhp @ 14500 rpm | N/A |
Mileage/Range | 15.4 kmpl | 18 kmpl |
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Specifications Overview
M 1000 RR specifications | Chieftain Elite specifications | |
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Variant Name | ||
On Road Price | 55.66 Lakh Price Breakup | 43.17 Lakh Price Breakup |
User Rating | 4.5 | 3.4 |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 16.5 Litres | 20.8 Litres |
Engine Displacement | 999 cc | 1890 cc |
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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres
M 1000 RR Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | Chieftain Elite Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | |
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Braking System | Dual Channel ABS | Dual Channel ABS |
Calliper Type | Front 4 Piston Rear 2 Piston | - |
Front Disc Size | 320 | - |
Front Suspension Preload Adjuster | Yes | - |
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) | 36 | - |
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider) | 36 | - |
Front Wheel Size | 17 | - |
Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster | Yes | - |
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) | 42 | - |
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider) | 42 | - |
Rear Wheel Size | 17 | - |
Wheel Type | Alloy | Alloy |
Front Suspension | Upside-dowtelescopiforwitdiameteo4mm | TelescopiFor11mm |
Rear Suspension | Aluminum swing arm& compression and rebound damping adjustable | Single Shock w/ Air Adjust / 114 mm / 63 mm ride in |
Front Tyre Size | 120/70 - ZR17 | 130/60 R19 |
Instrumentation
M 1000 RR Instrumentation | Chieftain Elite Instrumentation | |
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Riding Modes Switch | Yes | Yes |
Touch Screen Display | No | - |
Fuel level guage | Yes | Yes |
Gear Indicator | Yes | - |
Tachometer | Digital | Analogue |
Speedometer | Digital | Analogue |
Odometer | Digital | Digital |
Exterior
M 1000 RR Exterior | Chieftain Elite Exterior | |
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Daytime Running Lights | Yes | - |
LED headlight | Yes | - |
Warranty
M 1000 RR Warranty | Chieftain Elite Warranty | |
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Basic Warranty | 3 Years or Unlimited km | - |
Body & Suspension
M 1000 RR Body & Suspension | Chieftain Elite Body & Suspension | |
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Colors | ||
Images | ||
Frame Type | Bridge-type frame | - |
Engine & Transmission
M 1000 RR Engine & Transmission | Chieftain Elite Engine & Transmission | |
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Gear Shifting Pattern | 1 Down 5 Up | - |
Spark Plugs | 1 Per Cylinder | - |
Engine Capacity | 999 cc | 1890 cc |
Engine Type | Water/Oil-Cooled 4-Cylinder 4-Stroke In-Line Engine& Four Titanium Valves Per Cylinder& BMW Shiftcam | Thunderstroke 116 |
No. of Cylinders | 4 | - |
No. of valves per cylinder | 4 | - |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Battery Capacity | 0.06 kwh | - |
Battery Type | Lithium-ion | - |
Top Speed | 306 kmph | 120 kmph |
Bore x Stroke | 80 mm x 49.7 mm | 103.2 mm x 113 mm |
Configuration | Four Cylinder | Twin Cylinder |
Cooling type | Water/Oil Cooled | Air Cooled |
Fuelling | Fuel Injection | Fuel Injection |
Max Power | 209.19 bhp @ 14500 rpm | - |
Comfort & Convenience
M 1000 RR Comfort & Convenience | Chieftain Elite Comfort & Convenience | |
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Average Speed Indicator | Yes | - |
Call/SMS Alerts | Yes | - |
Front Storage Box | No | - |
Geo Fencing | No | - |
Low Battery Indicator | Yes | - |
Low Oil Indicator | Yes | - |
Pillion Backrest | No | - |
Pillion Footrest | Yes | - |
Riding Modes | 4 | - |
Service Reminder Indicator | Yes | - |
Under Seat Storage | No | - |
GPS & Navigation | Yes | - |
Console Type | Digital | Semi-Digital |
Distance to Empty Indicator | Yes | - |
Engine Kill Switch | Yes | - |
Safety
M 1000 RR Safety | Chieftain Elite 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 | Yes |
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 RR Dimensions & Capacity | Chieftain Elite Dimensions & Capacity | |
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Length | 2073 mm | 2506 mm |
Width | 848 mm | 1023 mm |
Height | 1197 mm | 1372 mm |
Wheelbase | 1457 mm | 1668 mm |
Ground Clearance | 140 mm | 130 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 16.5 Litres | 20.8 Litres |
Engine Oil Capacity | 4 Litres | 5 Litres |
Body Type | Sports Bike | Tourer Bike |
Seat Height | 832 mm | 650 mm |
Unladden/Kerb Weight | 192 kg | - |
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Detailed Comparison of BMW M 1000 RR and Indian Motorcycle Chieftain Elite
Safety
M 1000 RR comes loaded with Yes ABS - Anti-lock braking system, Radial Tyres, Hazard Warning Indicator, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Hazard Warning Switch, Side Stand Alarm, ABS - Anti-lock braking system , Traction Control System. Chieftain Elite has AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Side Stand Alarm, ABS - Anti-lock braking system .
Transmission
BMW M 1000 RR comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission and Chieftain Elite comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission.
Dimensions
BMW M 1000 RR has a 16.5 Litres fuel tank with 1197 mm seat height. Indian Motorcycle Chieftain Elite has 1372 mm seat height and 20.8 Litres fuel tank capacity.
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BMW M 1000 RR and Indian Motorcycle Chieftain Elite FAQs
What is the on-road price of BMW M 1000 RR?
The on-road price of BMW M 1000 RR is Rs. 55.66 Lakh in New Delhi.
What is the on-road price of Indian Motorcycle Chieftain Elite?
The on-road price of Indian Motorcycle Chieftain Elite is Rs. 43.17 Lakh in New Delhi.