Triumph Rocket 3 vs Harley-Davidson Sportster S
Do you want to find out which bike is the best, Triumph Rocket 3 or Harley-Davidson Sportster S? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between Rocket 3 and Sportster S. Triumph Rocket 3 Price starts at Rs.20.20 Lakh (ex-showroom) for R and Harley-Davidson Sportster S Price starts at Rs.16.49 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD. Triumph Rocket 3 is 3 cylinder, 2458 cc Engine can generate 180 bhp @ 7000 rpm power whereas Harley-Davidson Sportster S is a 2 cylinder, 1252 cc Engine can generate 120.69 bhp @ 7500 rpm power. In terms of mileage, Rocket 3 provides a mileage of 14.7 kmpl (base model), and Sportster S has a mileage of 20 kmpl (base model). Triumph Rocket 3 is available in 8 colours & 10 variants whereas Harley-Davidson Sportster S is available in 1 colours & 1 variants.
Rocket 3 vs Sportster S
| Key Highlights | Triumph Rocket 3 | Harley-Davidson Sportster S |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Rs.20.20 Lakh | Rs.16.49 Lakh |
| Engine Capacity | 2458 cc | 1252 cc |
| Power | 180 bhp @ 7000 rpm | 120.69 bhp @ 7500 rpm |
| Mileage/Range | 14.7 kmpl | 20 kmpl |
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Specifications Overview
| Rocket 3 specifications | Sportster S specifications | |
|---|---|---|
| Variant Name | ||
| On Road Price | 22.95 Lakh Price Breakup | 18.86 Lakh Price Breakup |
| User Rating | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 18 Litres | 11.8 Litres |
| Engine Displacement | 2458 cc | 1252 cc |
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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres
| Rocket 3 Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | Sportster S Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | |
|---|---|---|
Braking System | Dual Channel ABS | Dual Channel ABS |
Calliper Type | Front 4 Piston Rear 4 Piston | Front 4 Piston Rear 1 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 | 17 | 17 |
Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster | Yes | Yes |
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) | 42 | 42 |
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider) | 42 | 42 |
Rear Wheel Size | 16 | 16 |
Wheel Type | Alloy | Alloy |
Front Suspension | Showa 47mm USD 1 1 cartridge front forks, compression and rebound damping adjustment, 120mm wheel travel. | 4minverteforwitcompression |
Rear Suspension | Fully adjustable Showa piggyback reservoir RSU with remote hydraulic preload adjuster, 107mm wheel travel. | Linkage-mounted& piggyback moNoshock with compression& rebound and hydraulic spring preload adjustability |
Front Tyre Size | 150/80 R17 V | 160/70 - R17 |
Instrumentation
| Rocket 3 Instrumentation | Sportster S 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 | Sportster S Exterior | |
|---|---|---|
Daytime Running Lights | Yes | Yes |
LED headlight | Yes | Yes |
Warranty
| Rocket 3 Warranty | Sportster S Warranty | |
|---|---|---|
Basic Warranty | 2 Years or Unlimited km | 2 Years or Unlimited km |
Body & Suspension
| Rocket 3 Body & Suspension | Sportster S Body & Suspension | |
|---|---|---|
Colors | ||
Images | ||
Frame Type | Full Aluminium Frame | High Strength Low Alloy Wheel Trellis Frame |
Engine & Transmission
| Rocket 3 Engine & Transmission | Sportster S Engine & Transmission | |
|---|---|---|
Gear Shifting Pattern | 1 Down 5 Up | 1 Down 5 Up |
Spark Plugs | 1 Per Cylinder | 2 Per Cylinder |
Engine Capacity | 2458 cc | 1252 cc |
Engine Type | Liquid-cooled, 12 valve, DOHC, inline 3-cylinder | Revolution® Max 1250T |
No. of Cylinders | 3 | 2 |
No. of valves per cylinder | 3 | 4 |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Battery Capacity | 0.06 kwh | 0.144 kwh |
Top Speed | 220 kmph | 194 kmph |
Bore x Stroke | 110.2 mm x 85.9 mm | 105 mm x 72.3 mm |
Configuration | Three Cylinder | Twin Cylinder |
Cooling type | Water Cooled | Liquid Cooled |
Fuelling | Fuel Injection | Fuel Injection |
Max Power | 180 bhp @ 7000 rpm | 120.69 bhp @ 7500 rpm |
Max Torque | 225 Nm @ 4000 rpm | 125 Nm @ 6000 rpm |
Comfort & Convenience
| Rocket 3 Comfort & Convenience | Sportster S Comfort & Convenience | |
|---|---|---|
Average Speed Indicator | Yes | No |
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 | No |
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 | Sportster S 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 | Assist And Slipper Clutch |
Traction Control System | Yes | Yes |
Dimensions & Capacity
| Rocket 3 Dimensions & Capacity | Sportster S Dimensions & Capacity | |
|---|---|---|
Length | 2500 mm | 2270 mm |
Width | 920 mm | 843 mm |
Height | 1125 mm | 1089 mm |
Wheelbase | 1677 mm | 1520 mm |
Ground Clearance | 140 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 18 Litres | 11.8 Litres |
Engine Oil Capacity | 3 Litres | 4.49 Litres |
Body Type | Cruiser | Cruiser |
Seat Height | 773 mm | 765 mm |
Unladden/Kerb Weight | 317 kg | 225 kg |
Entertainment & Communication
| Rocket 3 Entertainment & Communication | Sportster S Entertainment & Communication | |
|---|---|---|
MID (Multi Info Display) | - | Yes |
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Detailed Comparison of Triumph Rocket 3 and Harley-Davidson Sportster S
Safety
Rocket 3 comes loaded with Yes ABS - Anti-lock braking system, Radial Tyres, Hazard Warning Indicator, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, Hazard Warning Switch, AHO (Automatic Headlight On), ABS - Anti-lock braking system , Traction Control System. Sportster S has AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Hazard Warning Indicator, Hazard Warning Switch, Radial Tyres, Side Stand Alarm, Pass Light, 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 Harley-Davidson Sportster S, on the other hand, has Call/SMS Alerts, Low Battery Indicator, Low Oil Indicator, Service Reminder Indicator, GPS & Navigation, Distance to Empty Indicator, Engine Kill Switch, Side Stand Indicator, USB Charger Port.
Transmission
Triumph Rocket 3 comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission and Sportster S comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission.
Dimensions
Triumph Rocket 3 has a 18 Litres fuel tank with 1125 mm seat height. Harley-Davidson Sportster S has 1089 mm seat height and 11.8 Litres fuel tank capacity.
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Triumph Rocket 3 and Harley-Davidson Sportster S FAQs
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.
What is the on-road price of Harley-Davidson Sportster S?
The on-road price of Harley-Davidson Sportster S is Rs. 18.86 Lakh in New Delhi.