BMW R 12 vs Triumph Rocket 3

Should you buy BMW R 12 or Triumph Rocket 3 Find out which bike is best for you - compare the two models on the basis of their price, mileage, features, colours and other specs. BMW R 12 price in is Rs (ex-showroom price) whereas the Triumph Rocket 3 price in is Rs (ex-showroom). The engine in the R 12 makes 96.31 PS and 110 Nm . On the other hand, the power and torque of Rocket 3 stand at 182 PS and 225 Nm respectively. BMW offers the R 12 in 3 colours whereas the Triumph Rocket 3 comes in 6 colours. Out of 42 user reviews, Rocket 3 scores 4.5 whereas the BMW R 12 tallies 4.0 out of 5 based on 1 user reviews..The BMW R 12 Mileage is around 19.60 kmpl, while the Triumph Rocket 3 Mileage is around 15.15 kmpl.

R 12 vs Rocket 3

Key Highlights	R 12	Rocket 3
Mileage (Overall)	19.60 kmpl	15.15 kmpl
Max Power	96.31 PS @ 6500 rpm	182 PS @ 7000 rpm
Body Type	Cruiser Bikes	Cruiser Bikes
Engine Type	2-Cylinder 4-Stroke Boxer Engine	Liquid-cooled, 12 valve, DOHC, inline 3-cylinder

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Rs22,00,000^*
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Basic Information	BMW R 12	Triumph Rocket 3
On-Road Price	Rs.24,28,364* Onwards	Rs.26,50,900* Onwards
Mileage (Overall)	19.60 kmpl	15.15 kmpl
Max Power	96.31 PS @ 6500 rpm	182 PS @ 7000 rpm
User Rating	4.0 Based on BMW R 12 Reviews	4.5 Based on Triumph Rocket 3 Reviews
Body Type	Cruiser Bikes	Cruiser Bikes
EMI Starts	₹ 66,483 Get EMI offers Rate of interest @6%* for 3 years	₹ 72,584 Get EMI offers Rate of interest @6%* for 3 years
Insurance	Rs.52,364 R 12 Insurance	Rs.55,552 Rocket 3 Insurance
Colours	Aventurin Red MetallicBlack Storm MetallicAvus Silver MetallicView All Colours	Carnival Red / Sapphire BlackSapphire Black / GraniteSatin Pacific Blue / Matt Sapphire BlackView All Colours
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Basic Information

BMW R 12

Triumph Rocket 3

On-Road Price

Rs.24,28,364* Onwards

Rs.26,50,900* Onwards

Mileage (Overall)

19.60 kmpl

15.15 kmpl

Max Power

96.31 PS @ 6500 rpm

182 PS @ 7000 rpm

User Rating

4.0

Based on BMW R 12 Reviews

4.5

Based on Triumph Rocket 3 Reviews

Body Type

Cruiser Bikes

EMI Starts

₹ 66,483

Get EMI offers

Rate of interest @6%* for 3 years

₹ 72,584

Get EMI offers

Rate of interest @6%* for 3 years

Insurance

Rs.52,364
R 12 Insurance

Rs.55,552
Rocket 3 Insurance

Colours

Aventurin Red MetallicBlack Storm MetallicAvus Silver MetallicView All Colours

Carnival Red / Sapphire BlackSapphire Black / GraniteSatin Pacific Blue / Matt Sapphire BlackView All Colours

Brochure

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Engine and Transmission
Engine Type	2-Cylinder 4-Stroke Boxer Engine	Liquid-cooled, 12 valve, DOHC, inline 3-cylinder
Displacement	1170 cc	2458 cc
No. of Cylinders	2	3
Cooling System	Air & Oil Cooled	Liquid Cooled
Valve Per Cylinder	4	4
Fuel Supply	Fuel Injection	Fuel Injection
Clutch	Single-disc dry clutch, hydraulically operated	Wet, multi-plate hydraulically operated, torque assist
Gear Box	6 Speed	6 Speed
Bore	101 mm	110.2 mm
Stroke	73 mm	85.9 mm
Compression Ratio	12.0 :1	10.8:1
Emission Type	BS6.2	BS6.2
Max Torque	110 Nm @ 6000 rpm	225 Nm @ 4000 rpm
Starting	Self Start Only	Self Start Only
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Engine and Transmission

Engine Type

2-Cylinder 4-Stroke Boxer Engine

Liquid-cooled, 12 valve, DOHC, inline 3-cylinder

Displacement

1170 cc

2458 cc

No. of Cylinders

Cooling System

Air & Oil Cooled

Liquid Cooled

Features
Instrument Console	Digital	Digital
Connectivity	Bluetooth	Bluetooth
Navigation	Yes	Yes
Call/SMS Alerts	Yes	-
USB Charging Port	Yes	No
Keyless Ignition	Yes	-
Speedometer	Digital	Digital
Tachometer	Digital	Digital
Tripmeter	Digital	Digital
Odometer	Digital	Digital
Seat Type	Single	Split
Body Graphics	Yes	-
Clock	Yes	Yes
Passenger Backrest	-	Yes
Passenger Footrest	Yes	Yes
Distance to Empty Indicator	Yes	-
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Features

Instrument Console

Digital

Connectivity

Bluetooth

Navigation

Call/SMS Alerts

Features and Safety
Service Due Indicator	Yes	Yes
Fuel Gauge	Digital	Digital
Riding Modes	Yes	Rain,Road,Configurable Rider,Sports
Traction Control	Yes	Yes
Quick Shifter	Yes	-
Additional Features	Gear Shift Assistant Pro,Tyre Pressure Control, On-Board Computer, Electronic Immobilizer, ABS Pro	-
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Features and Safety

Service Due Indicator

Fuel Gauge

Digital

Riding Modes

Rain,Road,Configurable Rider,Sports

Traction Control

Performance
Overall Mileage	19.60 kmpl	15.15 kmpl
Acceleration (0-100 Kmph)	-	2.73 Sec
Top Speed	203 kmph	220 kmph

Performance

Overall Mileage

19.60 kmpl

15.15 kmpl

Acceleration (0-100 Kmph)

2.73 Sec

Top Speed

203 kmph

220 kmph

Dimensions and Capacity
Fuel Capacity	14 L	18 L
Width	830 mm	920 mm
Length	2200 mm	-
Height	1110 mm	1183 mm
Fuel Reserve	3.5 L	-
Wheelbase	1520 mm	1677 mm
Kerb Weight	227 kg	320 kg
Total Weight	430 kg	-
Load Carrying Capacity	202 kg	-
Seat height	753 mm	750 mm
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Dimensions and Capacity

Fuel Capacity

14 L

18 L

Width

830 mm

920 mm

Length

2200 mm

Height

1110 mm

1183 mm

Electricals
Headlight	LED	LED
Taillight	LED	LED
Turn Signal Lamp	LED	LED
DRLs	Yes	-
Projector Headlights	-	Yes
Low Fuel Indicator	Yes	Yes
Distance to Empty Indicator	Yes	-
Alternator	Permanent magnet alternator with 660 W	-
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Electricals

Headlight

LED

Taillight

LED

Turn Signal Lamp

LED

DRLs

Tyres and Brakes
Front Brake Diameter	310 mm	320 mm
Rear Brake Diameter	265 mm	300 mm
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)	36 psi	-
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)	36 psi	-
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)	42 psi	-
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)	42 psi	-
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Tyres and Brakes

Front Brake Diameter

310 mm

320 mm

Rear Brake Diameter

265 mm

300 mm

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)

36 psi

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)

36 psi

Underpinnings
Frame	Tubular space frame	Full aluminium frame

Underpinnings

Frame

Tubular space frame

Full aluminium frame

Pros & Cons

Pros
Cons

BMW R 12
- The retro design looks good
- The low seat height makes it more accessible to shorter riders
- The boxer-twin engine is refined and doesn’t feel too vibey
Triumph Rocket 3
- The neo-retro design is quite unique
- The bike offers a really thrilling riding experience
- Gets a lot of riding aids which makes it easier to manage

BMW R 12
- Way too expensive compared to its competition
Triumph Rocket 3
- The bike is very heavy and can be difficult to move around
- The suspension is a bit stiff and ride quality is a concern

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Rs.24,03,100^* Onwards
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User Reviews of Comparison

R 12
Rocket 3

H
hemanth on Oct 28, 2024
4.0
Beautiful bike
Banger bike next level performance with retro looks, best in the segment and loved my every age group, nice and beautiful.
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G
gopichandu on Oct 30, 2025
3.5
Triumph rocket 3
Looks super and easy to handle according to looks the rocket 3 was been booked and u can easy ride this bikes in traffic but the mist is the bike is some more weight compared to normal bikes and this can handle with single hand for good performance Most comfortable and you can easily cruise the bike and easy to handle on Highways and the comfort for long rides is superb even you can cruise in 120 without any fear and it's the best bike too as per the looks and performance Yes, I would recommend this bike for younger youth because some kind of heat would generate when you are riding in traffic but rest of the thing is superb and the pops( blast sound ) is top notch i recommend to buy this without any fear
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piyush on Sep 20, 2025
5.0
Gajab bike
Such a good bike. More better then my expectations It's mileage speed gear functions breaks every thing is much better. When you ride this then you realise you won't spend your money in wrong product. This bike is much better then as your expectations. I have also gt 650 but this bike is unbelievable🤩
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1 1
S
sk on Sep 17, 2025
5.0
Comfortably
So comfortable and beautiful look, good price heavy performance, overall the triumph rocket 3 is a Vary Powerful density cruise thats perfect for rides seeking, it's size and weight may require some getting used to especially to new riders,The triumph rocket 3 is surprisingly agile Despite it's size
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1
S
subham on Aug 28, 2025
4.2
Bike is stylish and good Beast
Bike is stylish and good looking and overall good experience with this bike but price is little bit higher on this segment. Another thing is low mileage and little bit weight is some discomfort factors for new riders. I rides 5 months to this bike in all types of roads like mountain,off-road,Highway I am satisfied.
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1 1
R
rehmat on Aug 24, 2025
5.0
Review for triumph rocket 3
The triumph rocket 3 is a high performance,power cruiser known for its excellent and massive engine, exceptional torque and advance electronics like cornering ABS and traction control.while praised for it’s exhilarating power surprising agility and muscular presence.it is best suited for riders seeking a unique,powerful and distinctive motorcycle for pleasure rides.thank you
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FAQs on BMW R 12 and Triumph Rocket 3

Q) Which bike is better BMW R 12 or Triumph Rocket 3?

A) As per our average user rating, BMW R 12 has a score of 4.0/5 while Triumph Rocket 3 has rate of 4.5 /5.

Q) Which bike among BMW R 12 and Triumph Rocket 3 is cheaper?

A) BMW R 12 price starts at Rs 22,00,000 & Triumph Rocket 3 price starts at Rs 24,03,100 in Delhi . BMW R 12 is cheaper between these.

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