BMW R 18 vs Triumph Rocket 3
Do you want to find out which bike is the best, BMW R 18 or Triumph Rocket 3? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between R 18 and Rocket 3. BMW R 18 Price starts at Rs.19.90 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD and Triumph Rocket 3 Price starts at Rs.20.20 Lakh (ex-showroom) for R. BMW R 18 is 2 cylinder, 1802 cc Engine can generate 89.84 bhp @ 4750 rpm power whereas Triumph Rocket 3 is a 3 cylinder, 2458 cc Engine can generate 165 bhp @ 6000 rpm power. In terms of mileage, R 18 provides a mileage of 17.8 kmpl (base model), and Rocket 3 has a mileage of 14.7 kmpl (base model). BMW R 18 is available in 6 colours & 3 variants whereas Triumph Rocket 3 is available in 8 colours & 10 variants.
R 18 vs Rocket 3
| Key Highlights | BMW R 18 | Triumph Rocket 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Rs.19.90 Lakh | Rs.20.20 Lakh |
| Engine Capacity | 1802 cc | 2458 cc |
| Power | 89.84 bhp @ 4750 rpm | 165 bhp @ 6000 rpm |
| Mileage/Range | 17.8 kmpl | 14.7 kmpl |
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Specifications Overview
| R 18 specifications | Rocket 3 specifications | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Variant Name | |||
| On Road Price | 22.77 Lakh | 22.95 Lakh | |
| User Rating | |||
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual | |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 16 Litres | 18 Litres | |
| Engine Displacement | 1802 cc | 2458 cc |
Brakes, Suspension & Tyres
| R 18 Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | Rocket 3 Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Rear Wheel Size | 16 | 16 | |
Wheel Type | Spoke | Alloy | |
Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster | 1 | 1 | |
Front Wheel Size | 19 | 17 | |
Front Suspension Preload Adjuster | - | 1 | |
Calliper Type | Front - 4 Piston, Rear - 4 Piston Caliper | Front - 4 Piston, Rear - 4 Piston Calliper | |
Braking System | Dual Channel ABS | Dual Channel ABS | |
Front Suspension | Telescopic fork | Showa 47mm upside-down 1 1 cartridge front forks | |
Rear Suspension | Steel swinging fork with central shock strut | Fully adjustable Showa piggyback reservoir RSU with remote hydraulic preload adjuster | |
Front Tyre Size | 120/70 - R19 | 150/80 - R17 | |
Rear Tyre Size | 180/65 - B16 | 240/50 - R16 | |
Front Type | Disc | Disc | |
Rear Disc/Drum Size | 300 mm | 300 mm | |
Rear Type | Disc | Disc | |
Tubeless Tyres | Yes | Yes |
Instrumentation
| R 18 Instrumentation | Rocket 3 Instrumentation | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Riding Modes Switch | 1 | 1 | |
Fuel level guage | Analogue | - | |
Tachometer | Digital | Digital | |
Speedometer | Analogue | Digital | |
Odometer | Digital | Digital |
Body & Suspension
| R 18 Body & Suspension | Rocket 3 Body & Suspension | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Colors | |||
Images | |||
Frame Type | Double-cradle steel frame with screwed-on underbeams | Full Aluminium Frame |
Engine & Transmission
| R 18 Engine & Transmission | Rocket 3 Engine & Transmission | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Engine Capacity | 1802 cc | 2458 cc | |
Engine Type | Air/oil cooled two-cylinder four-stroke boxer engine with two chain-driven camshafts above the drive shaft. | Inline 3-cylinder& water-cooled& DOHC | |
No. of Cylinders | 2 | 3 | |
No. of valves per cylinder | - | 3 | |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual | |
Battery Capacity | 0.31 kwh | 0.06 kwh | |
Battery Type | Maintenance Free | - | |
Range | 272 km/charge | 262 km/charge | |
Top Speed | 180 kmph | 220 kmph | |
Max Torque | 158 Nm @ 3000 rpm | 221 Nm @ 4000 rpm | |
Max Power | 89.84 bhp @ 4750 rpm | 165 bhp @ 6000 rpm | |
Fuelling | Fuel Injection | - | |
Cooling type | Air-oil cooled | Liquid Cooled | |
Configuration | - | DOHC | |
Bore x Stroke | 107.1 mm x 100 mm | 110.2 mm x 85.9 mm |
Comfort & Convenience
| R 18 Comfort & Convenience | Rocket 3 Comfort & Convenience | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Riding Modes | Rock, Roll and Rain | Sport, Road, Rain and Rider | |
Low Battery Indicator | - | 1 | |
Average Speed Indicator | 1 | 1 | |
Pillion Footrest | - | 1 | |
Under Seat Storage | No | No | |
Console Type | Semi-Digital | Digital | |
Seat Style | - | Split | |
Start Type | Electric Start | Electric Start |
Safety
| R 18 Safety | Rocket 3 Safety | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Radial Tyres | 1 | 1 | |
Hazard Warning Switch | 1 | 1 | |
Hazard Warning Indicator | 1 | 1 | |
ABS - Anti-lock braking system | Dual Channel ABS | Dual Channel ABS | |
Slipper Clutch | Single-disk dry clutch | - |
Dimensions & Capacity
| R 18 Dimensions & Capacity | Rocket 3 Dimensions & Capacity | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Length | 2440 mm | 2500 mm | |
Width | 964 mm | 889 mm | |
Height | 1232 mm | 1065 mm | |
Wheelbase | 1731 mm | 1677 mm | |
Ground Clearance | 170 mm | 140 mm | |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 16 Litres | 18 Litres | |
Engine Oil Capacity | 4 Litres | 3 Litres | |
Body Type | Cruiser | Cruiser | |
Unladden/Kerb Weight | 345 kg | 304 kg | |
Seat Height | 690 mm | 773 mm |
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Detailed Comparison of BMW R 18 and Triumph Rocket 3
Transmission
BMW R 18 comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission and Rocket 3 comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission.
Dimensions
BMW R 18 has a 16 Litres fuel tank with 1232 mm seat height. Triumph Rocket 3 has 1065 mm seat height and 18 Litres fuel tank capacity.
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BMW R 18 and Triumph Rocket 3 Owner Reviews
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BMW R 18 and Triumph Rocket 3 FAQs
What is the on-road price of BMW R 18?
The on-road price of BMW R 18 is Rs. 22.77 Lakh in New Delhi.
What is the on-road price of Triumph Rocket 3?
The on-road price of Triumph Rocket 3 is Rs. 22.95 Lakh in New Delhi.