KTM 1290 Super Adventure S vs Triumph Rocket 3
Do you want to find out which bike is the best, KTM 1290 Super Adventure S or Triumph Rocket 3? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between 1290 Super Adventure S and Rocket 3. KTM 1290 Super Adventure S Price starts at Rs.22.75 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD and Triumph Rocket 3 Price starts at Rs.22.49 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Storm R. KTM 1290 Super Adventure S is N/A cylinder, 1301 cc Engine can generate N/A power whereas Triumph Rocket 3 is a 3 cylinder, 2458 cc Engine can generate 180 bhp @ 7000 rpm power. In terms of range, 1290 Super Adventure S provides a range of N/Akm/charge (base model), and Rocket 3 has a mileage of 14.7 kmpl (base model). KTM 1290 Super Adventure S is available in 1 colours & 1 variants whereas Triumph Rocket 3 is available in 4 colours & 10 variants.
1290 Super Adventure S vs Rocket 3
Key Highlights | KTM 1290 Super Adventure S | Triumph Rocket 3 |
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Price | Rs.22.75 Lakh | Rs.22.49 Lakh |
Engine Capacity | 1301 cc | 2458 cc |
Power | N/A | 180 bhp @ 7000 rpm |
Mileage/Range | N/A km/charge | 14.7 kmpl |
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Specifications Overview
1290 Super Adventure S specifications | Rocket 3 specifications | |
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Variant Name | ||
On Road Price | 25.84 Lakh Price Breakup | 25.55 Lakh Price Breakup |
User Rating | - | 4.0 |
Transmission Type | - | Manual |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 23 Litres | 18 Litres |
Engine Displacement | 1301 cc | 2458 cc |
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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres
1290 Super Adventure S Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | Rocket 3 Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | |
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Braking System | Dual Channel ABS | Dual Channel ABS |
Calliper Type | - | Front 4 Piston Rear 4 Piston |
Front Disc Size | - | 320 |
Front Suspension Preload Adjuster | - | Yes |
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) | - | 42 |
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider) | - | 42 |
Front Wheel Size | 200 | 17 |
Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster | - | Yes |
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) | - | 42 |
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider) | - | 42 |
Rear Wheel Size | - | 16 |
Wheel Type | - | Alloy |
Front Suspension | WP SAT (semi-active technology) Upside-Down 48 mm/ semi-active | Showa 47mm USD 1 1 cartridge front forks, compression and rebound damping adjustment, 120mm wheel travel. |
Rear Suspension | WP SAT (semi-active technology) shock absorber/ semi-active electronically
regulated preload | Fully adjustable Showa piggyback reservoir RSU with remote hydraulic preload adjuster, 107mm wheel travel. |
Front Tyre Size | 3.50 x 19 | 150/80 R17 V |
Instrumentation
1290 Super Adventure S Instrumentation | Rocket 3 Instrumentation | |
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Riding Modes Switch | Yes | Yes |
Touch Screen Display | - | No |
Fuel level guage | 5.7 liters /100 km | Yes |
Gear Indicator | - | Yes |
Tachometer | - | Digital |
Speedometer | Digital | Digital |
Odometer | Digital | Digital |
Exterior
1290 Super Adventure S Exterior | Rocket 3 Exterior | |
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Daytime Running Lights | - | Yes |
LED headlight | - | Yes |
Warranty
1290 Super Adventure S Warranty | Rocket 3 Warranty | |
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Basic Warranty | - | 2 Years or Unlimited km |
Body & Suspension
1290 Super Adventure S Body & Suspension | Rocket 3 Body & Suspension | |
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Colors | ||
Images | ||
Frame Type | - | Full Aluminium Frame |
Engine & Transmission
1290 Super Adventure S Engine & Transmission | Rocket 3 Engine & Transmission | |
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Gear Shifting Pattern | - | 1 Down 5 Up |
Spark Plugs | - | 1 Per Cylinder |
Engine Capacity | 1301 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Type | 2-cylinder 4-stroke V 75 | Liquid-cooled, 12 valve, DOHC, inline 3-cylinder |
No. of Cylinders | - | 3 |
No. of valves per cylinder | - | 3 |
Transmission Type | - | Manual |
Battery Capacity | - | 0.06 kwh |
Top Speed | - | 220 kmph |
Bore x Stroke | 108 mm x 71 mm | 110.2 mm x 85.9 mm |
Configuration | Twin Cylinder | Three Cylinder |
Cooling type | - | Water Cooled |
Fuelling | - | Fuel Injection |
Max Power | - | 180 bhp @ 7000 rpm |
Max Torque | 138 Nm @ 6500 rpm | 225 Nm @ 4000 rpm |
Comfort & Convenience
1290 Super Adventure S Comfort & Convenience | Rocket 3 Comfort & Convenience | |
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Average Speed Indicator | - | Yes |
Call/SMS Alerts | - | No |
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 | - | No |
Console Type | Digital | Digital |
Distance to Empty Indicator | - | Yes |
Engine Kill Switch | - | Yes |
Safety
1290 Super Adventure S Safety | Rocket 3 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 | LED |
ABS - Anti-lock braking system | Yes | Yes |
Power Modes | - | 4 |
Slipper Clutch | - | Wet, multi-plate hydraulically operated, torque assist |
Traction Control System | - | Yes |
Dimensions & Capacity
1290 Super Adventure S Dimensions & Capacity | Rocket 3 Dimensions & Capacity | |
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Length | - | 2500 mm |
Width | - | 920 mm |
Height | - | 1125 mm |
Wheelbase | 1557 mm | 1677 mm |
Ground Clearance | 223 mm | 140 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 23 Litres | 18 Litres |
Engine Oil Capacity | - | 3 Litres |
Body Type | - | Cruiser |
Seat Height | 849 mm | 773 mm |
Unladden/Kerb Weight | 220 kg | 317 kg |
Pros & Cons
1290 Super Adventure S Pros & Cons | Rocket 3 Pros & Cons | |
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Detailed Comparison of KTM 1290 Super Adventure S and Triumph Rocket 3
Safety
1290 Super Adventure S comes loaded with Yes ABS - Anti-lock braking system, AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Side Stand Alarm, ABS - Anti-lock braking system . Rocket 3 has Radial Tyres, Hazard Warning Indicator, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, Hazard Warning Switch, AHO (Automatic Headlight On), ABS - Anti-lock braking system , Traction Control System.
Transmission
KTM 1290 Super Adventure S comes with 6 gears transmission and Rocket 3 comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission.
Dimensions
KTM 1290 Super Adventure S has a 23 Litres. Triumph Rocket 3 has 1125 mm seat height and 18 Litres fuel tank capacity.
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KTM 1290 Super Adventure S and Triumph Rocket 3 FAQs
What is the on-road price of KTM 1290 Super Adventure S?
The on-road price of KTM 1290 Super Adventure S is Rs. 25.84 Lakh in New Delhi.
What is the on-road price of Triumph Rocket 3?
The on-road price of Triumph Rocket 3 is Rs. 25.55 Lakh in New Delhi.