Triumph Rocket 3 vs BMW R 1250 RT
Do you want to find out which bike is the best, Triumph Rocket 3 or BMW R 1250 RT? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between Rocket 3 and R 1250 RT. Triumph Rocket 3 Price starts at Rs.24.03 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Storm R and BMW R 1250 RT Price starts at Rs.24.95 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Pro BS6. Triumph Rocket 3 is 3 cylinder, 2458 cc Engine can generate 180 bhp @ 7000 rpm power whereas BMW R 1250 RT is a 2 cylinder, 1254 cc Engine can generate 134.1 bhp @ 7750 rpm power. In terms of mileage, Rocket 3 provides a mileage of 14.7 kmpl (base model), and R 1250 RT has a mileage of 21 kmpl (base model). Triumph Rocket 3 is available in 4 colours & 10 variants whereas BMW R 1250 RT is available in 3 colours & 1 variants.
Rocket 3 vs R 1250 RT
| Key Highlights | Triumph Rocket 3 | BMW R 1250 RT |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Rs.24.03 Lakh | Rs.24.95 Lakh |
| Engine Capacity | 2458 cc | 1254 cc |
| Power | 180 bhp @ 7000 rpm | 134.1 bhp @ 7750 rpm |
| Mileage/Range | 14.7 kmpl | 21 kmpl |
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Specifications Overview
| Rocket 3 specifications | R 1250 RT specifications | |
|---|---|---|
| Variant Name | ||
| On Road Price | 27.30 Lakh Price Breakup | 28.34 Lakh Price Breakup |
| User Rating | 4.0 | 4.6 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 18 Litres | 25 Litres |
| Engine Displacement | 2458 cc | 1254 cc |
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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres
| Rocket 3 Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | R 1250 RT Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | |
|---|---|---|
Braking System | Dual Channel ABS | Dual Channel ABS |
Calliper Type | Fixed | Front 4 Piston Rear 2 Piston |
Front Disc Size | 320 | 320 |
Front Suspension Preload Adjuster | Yes | Yes |
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) | 42 | 36 |
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider) | 42 | 36 |
Front Wheel Size | R17 | 17 |
Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster | Yes | Yes |
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) | 42 | 42 |
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider) | 42 | 42 |
Rear Wheel Size | R16 | 17 |
Wheel Type | Alloy | Alloy |
Front Suspension | Showa 47mm USD 1 1 cartridge front forks, compression and rebound damping adjustment, 120mm wheel travel. | BMMotorraTelelevercentrasprinstrutstandardiamete3mm |
Rear Suspension | Fully adjustable Showa piggyback reservoir RSU with remote hydraulic preload adjuster, 107mm wheel travel. | Cast aluminium single-sided swinging arm with BMW Motorrad Paralever |
Front Tyre Size | 150/80 R17 V | 120/70 - ZR17 |
Instrumentation
| Rocket 3 Instrumentation | R 1250 RT Instrumentation | |
|---|---|---|
Riding Modes Switch | Yes | Yes |
Touch Screen Display | No | No |
Fuel level guage | Yes | Yes |
Gear Indicator | Yes | Yes |
Tachometer | Digital | Digital |
Speedometer | Digital | Digital |
Odometer | Digital | Digital |
Exterior
| Rocket 3 Exterior | R 1250 RT Exterior | |
|---|---|---|
Daytime Running Lights | Yes | Yes |
LED headlight | Yes | Yes |
Warranty
| Rocket 3 Warranty | R 1250 RT Warranty | |
|---|---|---|
Basic Warranty | 2 Years /Unlimited kms | 3 Years or Unlimited km |
Body & Suspension
| Rocket 3 Body & Suspension | R 1250 RT Body & Suspension | |
|---|---|---|
Colors | ||
Images | ||
Frame Type | Full Aluminium Frame | Two-part frame concept consisting of a main frame and a rear frame bolted to it& with a co-supporting engine |
Engine & Transmission
| Rocket 3 Engine & Transmission | R 1250 RT Engine & Transmission | |
|---|---|---|
Gear Shifting Pattern | 1 Down 5 Up | 1 Down 5 Up |
Ignition | Digital spark ignition | - |
Spark Plugs | Yes | 1 Per Cylinder |
Engine Capacity | 2458 cc | 1254 cc |
Engine Type | Liquid-cooled, 12 valve, DOH,C inline 3-cylinder | Twin Cylinder& Air/Liquid Cooled& DOHC& Boxer Engine |
No. of Cylinders | 3 | 2 |
No. of valves per cylinder | 3 | 4 |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Battery Capacity | - | 0.192 kwh |
Battery Type | - | Maintenance Free |
Top Speed | 220 kmph | 200 kmph |
Bore x Stroke | 110.2 mm x 85.9 mm | 102.5 mm x 76 mm |
Configuration | DOHC | Twin Cylinder |
Cooling type | Liquid Cooled | Air/Liquid Cooled |
Fuelling | Electronic Fuel Injection | Fuel Injection |
Comfort & Convenience
| Rocket 3 Comfort & Convenience | R 1250 RT Comfort & Convenience | |
|---|---|---|
Average Speed Indicator | Yes | Yes |
Call/SMS Alerts | No | 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 | 4 | 3 |
Service Reminder Indicator | Yes | Yes |
Under Seat Storage | No | No |
GPS & Navigation | No | Yes |
Console Type | Digital | Digital |
Distance to Empty Indicator | Yes | Yes |
Engine Kill Switch | Yes | Yes |
Safety
| Rocket 3 Safety | R 1250 RT 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 | Yes |
Pass Light | Yes | Yes |
Pillion Grabrail | Yes | Yes |
Turn Signal | LED | LED |
ABS - Anti-lock braking system | Yes | Yes |
Power Modes | 4 | 3 |
Slipper Clutch | Yes | Wet Multiplate |
Traction Control System | Yes | Yes |
Dimensions & Capacity
| Rocket 3 Dimensions & Capacity | R 1250 RT Dimensions & Capacity | |
|---|---|---|
Length | 2500 mm | 2222 mm |
Width | 920 mm | 985 mm |
Height | 1125 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase | 1677 mm | 1485 mm |
Ground Clearance | 140 mm | - |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 18 Litres | 25 Litres |
Engine Oil Capacity | 3 Litres | 4 Litres |
Body Type | Cruiser | Tourer Bike |
Seat Height | 773 mm | 805 mm |
Unladden/Kerb Weight | 317 kg | 279 kg |
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Detailed Comparison of Triumph Rocket 3 and BMW R 1250 RT
Safety
Rocket 3 comes loaded with Yes ABS - Anti-lock braking system, AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Hazard Warning Indicator, Radial Tyres, Hazard Warning Switch, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, Slipper Clutch, Traction Control System, ABS - Anti-lock braking system . R 1250 RT has 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.
Comfort & Convenience
Triumph Rocket 3 has features like Service Reminder Indicator, Low Oil Indicator, Pillion Footrest, Average Speed Indicator, Low Battery Indicator, Distance to Empty Indicator, USB Charger Port, Engine Kill Switch, Side Stand Indicator and BMW R 1250 RT, on the other hand, has Average Speed Indicator, Call/SMS Alerts, Low Battery Indicator, Low Oil Indicator, Pillion Footrest, Service Reminder Indicator, GPS & Navigation, USB Charger Port, Distance to Empty Indicator, Engine Kill Switch, Side Stand Indicator.
Transmission
Triumph Rocket 3 comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission and R 1250 RT comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission.
Dimensions
Triumph Rocket 3 has a 18 Litres fuel tank with 1125 mm seat height. BMW R 1250 RT has 1460 mm seat height and 25 Litres fuel tank capacity.
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Triumph Rocket 3 and BMW R 1250 RT FAQs
What is the on-road price of Triumph Rocket 3?
The on-road price of Triumph Rocket 3 is Rs. 27.30 Lakh in New Delhi.
What is the on-road price of BMW R 1250 RT?
The on-road price of BMW R 1250 RT is Rs. 28.34 Lakh in New Delhi.