Suzuki Katana vs Triumph Speed Twin 1200
Katana vs Speed Twin 1200
| Key Highlights | Suzuki Katana | Triumph Speed Twin 1200 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Rs.13.61 Lakh | Rs.12.95 Lakh |
| Engine Capacity | 999 cc | 1200 cc |
| Power | 150.19 bhp @ 11000 rpm | 103.5 bhp @ 7750 rpm |
| Mileage/Range | 23 kmpl | N/A km/charge |
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Specifications Overview
| Katana specifications | Speed Twin 1200 specifications | |
|---|---|---|
| Variant Name | ||
| On Road Price | N/A | 14.74 Lakh Price Breakup |
| User Rating | 3.5 | - |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 12 Litres | 14.5 Litres |
| Engine Displacement | 999 cc | 1200 cc |
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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres
| Katana Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | Speed Twin 1200 Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | |
|---|---|---|
Braking System | Dual Channel ABS | Dual Channel ABS |
Calliper Type | Front 4 Piston Rear 1 Piston | Floating |
Front Disc Size | 310 | 320 |
Front Suspension Preload Adjuster | Yes | 43mm USD Marzocchi forks, 120mm travel |
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) | 36 | - |
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider) | 36 | - |
Front Wheel Size | 17 | R17 |
Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster | Yes | - |
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) | 42 | - |
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider) | 42 | - |
Rear Wheel Size | 17 | R17 |
Wheel Type | Alloy | Alloy |
Front Suspension | Invertetelescopiccoispringoidamped | 43mm USD Marzocchi forks, 120mm travel |
Rear Suspension | Link type& coil spring& oil damped | Twin Marzocchi RSUs with external reservoirs and adjustable preload, 116 mm wheel travel |
Front Tyre Size | 120/70 - ZR17 | 120/70 R17 |
Instrumentation
| Katana Instrumentation | Speed Twin 1200 Instrumentation | |
|---|---|---|
Riding Modes Switch | Yes | Yes |
Touch Screen Display | No | - |
Fuel level guage | Yes | Digital |
Gear Indicator | Yes | Yes |
Tachometer | Digital | Digital |
Speedometer | Digital | Digital |
Odometer | Digital | Digital |
Exterior
| Katana Exterior | Speed Twin 1200 Exterior | |
|---|---|---|
Daytime Running Lights | Yes | Yes |
LED headlight | Yes | Yes |
Warranty
| Katana Warranty | Speed Twin 1200 Warranty | |
|---|---|---|
Basic Warranty | 2 Years or 30000 km | 2 Years / Unlimited Kilometers |
Body & Suspension
| Katana Body & Suspension | Speed Twin 1200 Body & Suspension | |
|---|---|---|
Colors | ||
Images | - | |
Frame Type | MoNocoque Frame | Tubular steel, with steel cradles |
Engine & Transmission
| Katana Engine & Transmission | Speed Twin 1200 Engine & Transmission | |
|---|---|---|
Gear Shifting Pattern | 1 Down 5 Up | 1 Down 5 Up |
Ignition | - | Digital spark ignition |
Spark Plugs | 1 Per Cylinder | Yes |
Engine Capacity | 999 cc | 1200 cc |
Engine Type | Four-stroke& liquid-cooled& DOHC& in-line four | Liquid Cooled Parallel Twin, 8 Valve, SOHC, 2700 Firing Order |
No. of Cylinders | 4 | 2 |
No. of valves per cylinder | 4 | 8 |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Top Speed | 243 kmph | - |
Bore x Stroke | 73.4 mm x 59 mm | 97.6 mm X 80 mm |
Configuration | Four Cylinder | SOHC |
Cooling type | Liquid Cooled | Liquid Cooled |
Fuelling | Fuel Injection | Electronic Fuel Injection |
Max Power | 150.19 bhp @ 11000 rpm | 103.5 bhp @ 7750 rpm |
Max Torque | 106 Nm @ 9250 rpm | 112 Nm @ 4250 rpm |
Comfort & Convenience
| Katana Comfort & Convenience | Speed Twin 1200 Comfort & Convenience | |
|---|---|---|
Average Speed Indicator | Yes | No |
Call/SMS Alerts | Yes | - |
Front Storage Box | No | No |
Geo Fencing | No | No |
Low Battery Indicator | Yes | Yes |
Low Oil Indicator | Yes | Yes |
Pillion Backrest | No | No |
Pillion Footrest | Yes | Yes |
Riding Modes | 3 | 2 |
Service Reminder Indicator | Yes | Yes |
Under Seat Storage | No | No |
GPS & Navigation | Yes | No |
Console Type | Digital | Digital |
Distance to Empty Indicator | Yes | - |
Engine Kill Switch | Yes | Yes |
Safety
| Katana Safety | Speed Twin 1200 Safety | |
|---|---|---|
AHO (Automatic Headlight On) | Yes | Yes |
Hazard Warning Indicator | Yes | Yes |
Hazard Warning Switch | Yes | Yes |
Radial Tyres | Yes | Yes |
Side Stand Alarm | No | No |
Pass Light | Yes | Yes |
Pillion Grabrail | Yes | Yes |
Turn Signal | LED | LED |
ABS - Anti-lock braking system | Yes | Yes |
Power Modes | 3 | - |
Slipper Clutch | Assist And Slipper Clutch | Yes |
Traction Control System | Yes | Yes |
Dimensions & Capacity
| Katana Dimensions & Capacity | Speed Twin 1200 Dimensions & Capacity | |
|---|---|---|
Length | 2130 mm | 2099 mm |
Width | 820 mm | 792 mm |
Height | 1100 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase | 1460 mm | 1413 mm |
Ground Clearance | 140 mm | - |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 12 Litres | 14.5 Litres |
Engine Oil Capacity | 3.1 Litres | - |
Body Type | Sports Bike | Cruiser |
Seat Height | 825 mm | 805 mm |
Unladden/Kerb Weight | 217 kg | 216 kg |
Pros & Cons
| Katana Pros & Cons | Speed Twin 1200 Pros & Cons | |
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Detailed Comparison of Suzuki Katana and Triumph Speed Twin 1200
Safety
Katana comes loaded with Yes ABS - Anti-lock braking system, AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Hazard Warning Indicator, Hazard Warning Switch, Radial Tyres, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, ABS - Anti-lock braking system , Traction Control System. Speed Twin 1200 has Pillion Grabrail, Hazard Warning Indicator, AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Radial Tyres, Hazard Warning Switch, Pass Light, Traction Control System, Slipper Clutch, ABS - Anti-lock braking system .
Comfort & Convenience
Suzuki Katana has features like Average Speed Indicator, Call/SMS Alerts, Low Battery Indicator, Low Oil Indicator, Pillion Footrest, Service Reminder Indicator, GPS & Navigation, Distance to Empty Indicator, Engine Kill Switch, Side Stand Indicator and Triumph Speed Twin 1200, on the other hand, has Low Battery Indicator, Pillion Footrest, Service Reminder Indicator, Low Oil Indicator, USB Charger Port, Engine Kill Switch.
Transmission
Suzuki Katana comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission and Speed Twin 1200 comes with 6-speed Manual transmission.
Dimensions
Suzuki Katana has a 12 Litres fuel tank with 1100 mm seat height. Triumph Speed Twin 1200 has 1140 mm seat height and 14.5 Litres fuel tank capacity.















