BMW R 12 vs Triumph Speed Triple 1200

Should you buy BMW R 12 or Triumph Speed Triple 1200 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 22,00,000 (ex-showroom price) whereas the Triumph Speed Triple 1200 price in is Rs 21,75,900 (ex-showroom). The engine in the R 12 makes 96.31 PS and 110 Nm . On the other hand, the power and torque of Speed Triple 1200 stand at 180 PS and 128 Nm respectively. BMW offers the R 12 in 3 colours whereas the Triumph Speed Triple 1200 comes in 4 colours. Out of 4 user reviews, Speed Triple 1200 scores 4.0 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 Speed Triple 1200 Mileage is around 18.18 kmpl.

R 12 vs Speed Triple 1200

Key Highlights	R 12	Speed Triple 1200
Mileage (Overall)	19.60 kmpl	18.18 kmpl
Max Power	96.31 PS @ 6500 rpm	180 PS @ 10750 rpm
Body Type	Cruiser Bikes	Super Bikes
Engine Type	2-Cylinder 4-Stroke Boxer Engine	Liquid-cooled, 12 valve, DOHC, inline 3-cylinder

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Basic Information	BMW R 12	Triumph Speed Triple 1200
On-Road Price	Rs.24,28,364* Onwards	Rs.24,01,958* Onwards
Mileage (Overall)	19.60 kmpl	18.18 kmpl
Max Power	96.31 PS @ 6500 rpm	180 PS @ 10750 rpm
User Rating	4.0 Based on BMW R 12 Reviews	4.0 Based on Triumph Speed Triple 1200 Reviews
Body Type	Cruiser Bikes	Super Bikes
EMI Starts	₹ 66,483 Get EMI offers Rate of interest @6%* for 3 years	₹ 65,771 Get EMI offers Rate of interest @6%* for 3 years
Insurance	Rs.52,364 R 12 Insurance	Rs.51,986 Speed Triple 1200 Insurance
Colours	Aventurin Red MetallicBlack Storm MetallicAvus Silver MetallicView All Colours	Jet BlackGranite And Diablo RedGranite And Triumph Performance YellowView All Colours
Brochure	Download Brochure	Brochure not available

Basic Information

BMW R 12

Triumph Speed Triple 1200

On-Road Price

Rs.24,28,364* Onwards

Rs.24,01,958* Onwards

Mileage (Overall)

19.60 kmpl

18.18 kmpl

Max Power

96.31 PS @ 6500 rpm

180 PS @ 10750 rpm

User Rating

4.0

Based on BMW R 12 Reviews

4.0

Based on Triumph Speed Triple 1200 Reviews

Body Type

Cruiser Bikes

Super Bikes

EMI Starts

₹ 66,483

Get EMI offers

Rate of interest @6%* for 3 years

₹ 65,771

Get EMI offers

Rate of interest @6%* for 3 years

Insurance

Rs.52,364
R 12 Insurance

Rs.51,986
Speed Triple 1200 Insurance

Colours

Aventurin Red MetallicBlack Storm MetallicAvus Silver MetallicView All Colours

Jet BlackGranite And Diablo RedGranite And Triumph Performance YellowView 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	1160 cc
Number Of Cylinders	2	3
Cooling System	Air & Oil Cooled	Liquid Cooled
Valves (per cylinder)	4	4
Supply System	Fuel Injection	Fuel Injection
Clutch	Single-disc dry clutch, hydraulically operated	Wet, multi-plate, slip
Gearbox	6 Speed	6 Speed
Bore	101 mm	90.0 mm
Stroke	73 mm	60.8 mm
Compression Ratio	12.0 :1	13.2:1
Emission Norm Compliance	BS6.2	BS6.2
Max Torque	110 Nm @ 6000 rpm	128 Nm @ 9000 rpm
Starting System	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

1160 cc

Number Of Cylinders

Cooling System

Air & Oil Cooled

Liquid Cooled

Features
USB Charging Port	Yes	Yes
Instrument Console Type	Digital	Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity	Bluetooth	-
Navigation	Yes	-
Call/SMS Alerts	Yes	-
Keyless Ignition	Yes	Yes
Speedometer	Digital	Digital
Tachometer	Digital	Digital
Tripmeter	Digital	Digital
Odometer	Digital	Digital
Seat Type	Single	Split
Body Graphics	Yes	-
Clock	Yes	Yes
Rear Footpegs	Yes	Yes
Distance To Empty	Yes	-
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Features

USB Charging Port

Instrument Console Type

Digital

Bluetooth Connectivity

Bluetooth

Navigation

Features and Safety
Switchable ABS	-	Yes
Service Due Indicator	Yes	-
Fuel Gauge	Digital	Digital
Riding Modes	Yes	Track,Rain,Road,Sports,Yes
Traction Control	Yes	Yes
Quickshifter	Yes	Yes
Additional Features/Information	Gear Shift Assistant Pro,Tyre Pressure Control, On-Board Computer, Electronic Immobilizer, ABS Pro	Rake - 23.9º, Trail - 104.7 mm
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Features and Safety

Switchable ABS

Service Due Indicator

Fuel Gauge

Digital

Riding Modes

Track,Rain,Road,Sports,Yes

Performance
Overall Mileage	19.60 kmpl	18.18 kmpl
Claimed Top Speed	203 kmph	230 kmph

Performance

Overall Mileage

19.60 kmpl

18.18 kmpl

Claimed Top Speed

203 kmph

230 kmph

Dimensions and Capacity
Fuel Tank Capacity	14 L	15.5 L
Width	830 mm	810 mm
Length	2200 mm	-
Height	1110 mm	1089 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity	3.5 L	-
Wheelbase	1520 mm	1445 mm
Dry Weight	-	199 kg
Kerb Weight	227 kg	-
Gross Weight	430 kg	-
Load Carrying Capacity	202 kg	-
Seat height	753 mm	830 mm
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Dimensions and Capacity

Fuel Tank Capacity

14 L

15.5 L

Width

830 mm

810 mm

Length

2200 mm

Height

1110 mm

1089 mm

Electricals
Headlight	LED	LED
Taillight	LED	LED
Indicators	LED	LED
Daytime Running Lamps	Yes	Yes
Low Fuel Indicator	Yes	Yes
Distance To Empty	Yes	-
Alternator	Permanent magnet alternator with 660 W	-
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Electricals

Headlight

LED

Taillight

LED

Indicators

LED

Daytime Running Lamps

Tyres and Brakes
Front Brake Size	310 mm	320 mm
Rear Brake Size	265 mm	220 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 Size

310 mm

320 mm

Rear Brake Size

265 mm

220 mm

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)

36 psi

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)

36 psi

Underpinnings
Frame	Tubular space frame	Aluminium twin spar frame, bolt-on aluminium rear subframe

Underpinnings

Frame

Tubular space frame

Aluminium twin spar frame, bolt-on aluminium rear subframe

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User Reviews of Comparison

R 12
Speed Triple 1200

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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M
mohnish on Jun 29, 2026
4.0
The best sports bike i have ever ridden
I always wanted a premium naked bike with strong performance and everyday comfort after comparing a few options the speed triple 1200 rs felt like perfect mix of power and technology and quality of this bikes is all in one. The bike is amazing to ride the engine is smooth and incredibly powerful, handling is sharp brakes are excellent, the electronics work flawlessly and it gets warm in traffic but thats is expected and just perfect. yes without any doubt, if would recommend this bike if you want a premium performance bike and superb handling and comfort, this is a great choice its best for experience riders who really enjoy what is offers.
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shivam on Jul 12, 2024
4.2
A cute monster
It's looks damn fantastic with mind-blowing exaust note 🎶 Comfortable for long rides and crusing on highways Shockers were fantsatic High rev engine with superb performance
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U
utkarsh on Jun 09, 2024
2.8
It's overall performance is good
It's overall performance is good but not satisfactory. The sometimes gives blow that we not want. It's maintenance is quite high. Pillion seat is not that comfortable. If you want long rides than this bike is not for you. City rides are good on this.
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N
nagaraja on Sep 27, 2022
5.0
Great Bike
Triumph Motorcycles are good because of their unique style, secure reliability, smooth handling, rider comfort, worldwide dealership support, and an all-star engineering and design team. A Triumph bike will provide true riding satisfaction and have excellent resale value. Great bike, the sound is amazing.
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FAQs on BMW R 12 and Triumph Speed Triple 1200

Q) Which bike is better BMW R 12 or Triumph Speed Triple 1200?

A) As per our average user rating, BMW R 12 has a score of 4.0/5 while Triumph Speed Triple 1200 has rate of 4.0 /5.

Q) Which bike among BMW R 12 and Triumph Speed Triple 1200 is cheaper?

A) BMW R 12 price starts at Rs 22,00,000 & Triumph Speed Triple 1200 price starts at Rs 21,75,900 in Delhi . Triumph Speed Triple 1200 is cheaper between these.

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