Triumph Rocket 3 vs BMW R 18
Do you want to find out which bike is the best, Triumph Rocket 3 or BMW R 18? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between Rocket 3 and R 18. Triumph Rocket 3 Price starts at Rs.22.49 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Storm R and BMW R 18 Price starts at Rs.19.90 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD. Triumph Rocket 3 is 3 cylinder, 2458 cc Engine can generate 180 bhp @ 7000 rpm power whereas BMW R 18 is a 2 cylinder, 1802 cc Engine can generate 89.84 bhp @ 4750 rpm power. In terms of mileage, Rocket 3 provides a mileage of 14.7 kmpl (base model), and R 18 has a mileage of 17.8 kmpl (base model). Triumph Rocket 3 is available in 4 colours & 10 variants whereas BMW R 18 is available in 1 colours & 3 variants.
Rocket 3 vs R 18
| Key Highlights | Triumph Rocket 3 | BMW R 18 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Rs.22.49 Lakh | Rs.19.90 Lakh |
| Engine Capacity | 2458 cc | 1802 cc |
| Power | 180 bhp @ 7000 rpm | 89.84 bhp @ 4750 rpm |
| Mileage/Range | 14.7 kmpl | 17.8 kmpl |
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Specifications Overview
| Rocket 3 specifications | R 18 specifications | |
|---|---|---|
| Variant Name | ||
| On Road Price | 25.55 Lakh Price Breakup | 22.77 Lakh Price Breakup |
| User Rating | 4.0 | - |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 18 Litres | 16 Litres |
| Engine Displacement | 2458 cc | 1802 cc |
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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres
| Rocket 3 Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | R 18 Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | |
|---|---|---|
Braking System | Dual Channel ABS | Dual Channel ABS |
Calliper Type | Front 4 Piston Rear 4 Piston | Front 4 Piston Rear 4 Piston |
Front Disc Size | 320 | 300 |
Front Suspension Preload Adjuster | Yes | No |
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) | 42 | 42 |
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider) | 42 | 42 |
Front Wheel Size | 17 | 19 |
Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster | Yes | Yes |
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) | 42 | 46 |
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider) | 42 | 46 |
Rear Wheel Size | 16 | 16 |
Wheel Type | Alloy | Spoke |
Front Suspension | Showa 47mm USD 1 1 cartridge front forks, compression and rebound damping adjustment, 120mm wheel travel. | Telescopifork |
Rear Suspension | Fully adjustable Showa piggyback reservoir RSU with remote hydraulic preload adjuster, 107mm wheel travel. | Steel swinging fork with central shock strut |
Front Tyre Size | 150/80 R17 V | 120/70 - R19 |
Instrumentation
| Rocket 3 Instrumentation | R 18 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 | Analogue |
Odometer | Digital | Digital |
Exterior
| Rocket 3 Exterior | R 18 Exterior | |
|---|---|---|
Daytime Running Lights | Yes | Yes |
LED headlight | Yes | Yes |
Warranty
| Rocket 3 Warranty | R 18 Warranty | |
|---|---|---|
Basic Warranty | 2 Years or Unlimited km | 3 Years or Unlimited km |
Body & Suspension
| Rocket 3 Body & Suspension | R 18 Body & Suspension | |
|---|---|---|
Colors | ||
Images | ||
Frame Type | Full Aluminium Frame | Double-cradle steel frame with screwed-on underbeams |
Engine & Transmission
| Rocket 3 Engine & Transmission | R 18 Engine & Transmission | |
|---|---|---|
Gear Shifting Pattern | 1 Down 5 Up | 1 Down 5 Up |
Spark Plugs | 1 Per Cylinder | 1 Per Cylinder |
Engine Capacity | 2458 cc | 1802 cc |
Engine Type | Liquid-cooled, 12 valve, DOHC, inline 3-cylinder | Air/oil cooled two-cylinder four-stroke boxer engine with two chain-driven camshafts above the drive shaft. |
No. of Cylinders | 3 | 2 |
No. of valves per cylinder | 3 | 4 |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Battery Capacity | 0.06 kwh | 0.31 kwh |
Battery Type | - | Maintenance Free |
Top Speed | 220 kmph | 180 kmph |
Bore x Stroke | 110.2 mm x 85.9 mm | 107.1 mm x 100 mm |
Configuration | Three Cylinder | Twin Cylinder |
Cooling type | Water Cooled | Air/Oil Cooled |
Fuelling | Fuel Injection | Fuel Injection |
Max Power | 180 bhp @ 7000 rpm | 89.84 bhp @ 4750 rpm |
Comfort & Convenience
| Rocket 3 Comfort & Convenience | R 18 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 | No |
Low Oil Indicator | Yes | Yes |
Pillion Backrest | No | No |
Pillion Footrest | Yes | No |
Riding Modes | 4 | 3 |
Service Reminder Indicator | Yes | Yes |
Under Seat Storage | No | No |
GPS & Navigation | No | No |
Console Type | Digital | Semi-Digital |
Distance to Empty Indicator | Yes | No |
Engine Kill Switch | Yes | Yes |
Safety
| Rocket 3 Safety | R 18 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 | No |
Turn Signal | LED | LED |
ABS - Anti-lock braking system | Yes | Yes |
Power Modes | 4 | 3 |
Slipper Clutch | Wet, multi-plate hydraulically operated, torque assist | Single Plate Clutch |
Traction Control System | Yes | Yes |
Dimensions & Capacity
| Rocket 3 Dimensions & Capacity | R 18 Dimensions & Capacity | |
|---|---|---|
Length | 2500 mm | 2440 mm |
Width | 920 mm | 964 mm |
Height | 1125 mm | 1232 mm |
Wheelbase | 1677 mm | 1731 mm |
Ground Clearance | 140 mm | 170 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 18 Litres | 16 Litres |
Engine Oil Capacity | 3 Litres | 4 Litres |
Body Type | Cruiser | Cruiser |
Seat Height | 773 mm | 690 mm |
Unladden/Kerb Weight | 317 kg | 345 kg |
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Detailed Comparison of Triumph Rocket 3 and BMW R 18
Safety
Rocket 3 comes loaded with Yes ABS - Anti-lock braking system, AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Radial Tyres, Hazard Warning Indicator, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, Hazard Warning Switch, ABS - Anti-lock braking system , Traction Control System. R 18 has Pass Light, AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Side Stand Alarm, Hazard Warning Switch, Radial Tyres, Hazard Warning Indicator, ABS - Anti-lock braking system , Traction Control System.
Comfort & Convenience
Triumph Rocket 3 has features like Pillion Footrest, Average Speed Indicator, Low Battery Indicator, Service Reminder Indicator, Low Oil Indicator, Distance to Empty Indicator, USB Charger Port, Side Stand Indicator, Engine Kill Switch and BMW R 18, on the other hand, has Call/SMS Alerts, Low Oil Indicator, Average Speed Indicator, Service Reminder Indicator, Engine Kill Switch.
Transmission
Triumph Rocket 3 comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission and R 18 comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission.
Dimensions
Triumph Rocket 3 has a 18 Litres fuel tank with 1125 mm seat height. BMW R 18 has 1232 mm seat height and 16 Litres fuel tank capacity.
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Triumph Rocket 3 and BMW R 18 FAQs
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.
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.