BMW M 1000 XR vs Indian Motorcycle Chieftain Elite
Do you want to find out which bike is the best, BMW M 1000 XR or Indian Motorcycle Chieftain Elite? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between M 1000 XR and Chieftain Elite. BMW M 1000 XR Price starts at Rs.45.50 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Competiton and Indian Motorcycle Chieftain Elite Price starts at Rs.38.00 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Heavy Metal Smoke. BMW M 1000 XR is 4 cylinder, 999 cc Engine can generate 201 bhp @ 12750 rpm power whereas Indian Motorcycle Chieftain Elite is a N/A cylinder, 1890 cc Engine can generate N/A power. In terms of range, M 1000 XR provides a range of N/Akm/charge (base model), and Chieftain Elite has a mileage of 18 kmpl (base model). BMW M 1000 XR is available in 1 colours & 1 variants whereas Indian Motorcycle Chieftain Elite is available in 1 colours & 1 variants.
M 1000 XR vs Chieftain Elite
Key Highlights | BMW M 1000 XR | Indian Motorcycle Chieftain Elite |
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Price | Rs.45.50 Lakh | Rs.38.00 Lakh |
Engine Capacity | 999 cc | 1890 cc |
Power | 201 bhp @ 12750 rpm | N/A |
Mileage/Range | N/A km/charge | 18 kmpl |
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Specifications Overview
M 1000 XR specifications | Chieftain Elite specifications | |
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Variant Name | ||
On Road Price | 51.69 Lakh Price Breakup | 43.17 Lakh Price Breakup |
User Rating | 4.2 | 3.4 |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 Litres | 20.8 Litres |
Engine Displacement | 999 cc | 1890 cc |
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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres
M 1000 XR 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 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 Suspension | Upside-DowTelescopiFork | TelescopiFor11mm |
Rear Suspension | MoNoshock Absorber | Single Shock w/ Air Adjust / 114 mm / 63 mm ride in |
Front Tyre Size | 120/70 - ZR17 | 130/60 R19 |
Rear Tyre Size | 200/55 - ZR17 | 180/60 R16 |
Front Type | Disc | Double Disc |
Rear Disc/Drum Size | 220 mm | 300 mm |
Rear Type | Disc | Disc |
Instrumentation
M 1000 XR 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 XR Exterior | Chieftain Elite Exterior | |
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Daytime Running Lights | Yes | - |
LED headlight | Yes | - |
Warranty
M 1000 XR Warranty | Chieftain Elite Warranty | |
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Basic Warranty | 3 Years or Unlimited km | - |
Body & Suspension
M 1000 XR Body & Suspension | Chieftain Elite Body & Suspension | |
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Colors | ||
Images | ||
Frame Type | Bridge-Type Frame | - |
Engine & Transmission
M 1000 XR 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 | Oil / water-cooled 4-cylinder 4-stroke inline
engine& four valves per cylinder. | Thunderstroke 116 |
No. of Cylinders | 4 | - |
No. of valves per cylinder | 4 | - |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Battery Capacity | 3 kwh | - |
Top Speed | 278 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 | 201 bhp @ 12750 rpm | - |
Max Torque | 113 Nm @ 11000 rpm | 171 Nm @ 3000 rpm |
Comfort & Convenience
M 1000 XR Comfort & Convenience | Chieftain Elite Comfort & Convenience | |
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Average Speed Indicator | Yes | - |
Call/SMS Alerts | Yes | - |
Front Storage Box | No | - |
Pillion Backrest | No | - |
Pillion Footrest | Yes | - |
Riding Modes | 4 | - |
Under Seat Storage | No | - |
GPS & Navigation | Yes | - |
Console Type | Digital | Semi-Digital |
Distance to Empty Indicator | Yes | - |
Engine Kill Switch | Yes | - |
Instrument Console | Digital | - |
Side Stand Indicator | Yes | - |
Start Type | Self Start | Self Start |
USB Charger Port | Yes | - |
Safety
M 1000 XR 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 | Assist And Slipper Clutch | - |
Traction Control System | Yes | - |
Dimensions & Capacity
M 1000 XR Dimensions & Capacity | Chieftain Elite Dimensions & Capacity | |
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Length | - | 2506 mm |
Width | - | 1023 mm |
Height | - | 1372 mm |
Wheelbase | - | 1668 mm |
Ground Clearance | - | 130 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 Litres | 20.8 Litres |
Engine Oil Capacity | - | 5 Litres |
Body Type | Sports | Tourer Bike |
Seat Height | 850 mm | 650 mm |
Unladden/Kerb Weight | 223 kg | - |
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Detailed Comparison of BMW M 1000 XR and Indian Motorcycle Chieftain Elite
Safety
M 1000 XR comes loaded with Yes ABS - Anti-lock braking system, AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Hazard Warning Indicator, Hazard Warning Switch, Radial Tyres, Side Stand Alarm, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, 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 XR comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission and Chieftain Elite comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission.
Dimensions
BMW M 1000 XR has a 20 Litres. Indian Motorcycle Chieftain Elite has 1372 mm seat height and 20.8 Litres fuel tank capacity.
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BMW M 1000 XR and Indian Motorcycle Chieftain Elite FAQs
What is the on-road price of BMW M 1000 XR?
The on-road price of BMW M 1000 XR is Rs. 51.69 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.