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    BMW R 12 vs Triumph Tiger 1200

    Should you buy BMW R 12 or Triumph Tiger 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 Tiger 1200 price in is Rs 19,39,000 (ex-showroom). The engine in the R 12 makes 96.31 PS and 110 Nm . On the other hand, the power and torque of Tiger 1200 stand at 150 PS and 130 Nm respectively. BMW offers the R 12 in 3 colours whereas the Triumph Tiger 1200 comes in 5 colours. Out of 4 user reviews, Tiger 1200 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 Tiger 1200 Mileage is around 18.8 kmpl.

    R 12 vs Tiger 1200

    Key HighlightsR 12Tiger 1200
    Mileage (Overall)19.60 kmpl18.8 kmpl
    Max Power96.31 PS @ 6500 rpm150 PS @ 9000 rpm
    Body TypeCruiser BikesAdventure Tourer Bikes
    Engine Type2-Cylinder 4-Stroke Boxer EngineLiquid-cooled, 12 valve, DOHC, inline 3-cylinder
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    BMW R 12 vs Triumph Tiger 1200 Comparison

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          BMW R 12
          BMW R 12
            Rs22,00,000*
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                Triumph Tiger 1200
                Triumph Tiger 1200
                  Rs19,39,000*
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                Basic Information
                On-Road Price
                Rs.24,28,364* Onwards
                Rs.21,42,388* Onwards
                Mileage (Overall)
                19.60 kmpl
                18.8 kmpl
                Max Power
                96.31 PS @ 6500 rpm
                150 PS @ 9000 rpm
                User Rating
                4.0
                Based on BMW R 12 Reviews
                4.5
                Based on Triumph Tiger 1200 Reviews
                Body Type
                Cruiser Bikes
                Adventure Tourer Bikes
                EMI Starts₹ 66,483
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                Rate of interest @6%* for 3 years
                		₹ 58,665
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                Rate of interest @6%* for 3 years
                Insurance
                Rs.52,364
                R 12 Insurance
                Rs.48,268
                Tiger 1200 Insurance
                ColoursAventurin Red MetallicBlack Storm MetallicAvus Silver MetallicView All ColoursSnowdonia WhiteCarnival RedView All Colours
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                Engine and Transmission
                Engine Type
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                2-Cylinder 4-Stroke Boxer Engine
                Liquid-cooled, 12 valve, DOHC, inline 3-cylinder
                Displacement
                1170 cc
                1160 cc
                Number Of Cylinders
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                2
                3
                Cooling System
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                Air & Oil Cooled
                Liquid Cooled
                Valves (per cylinder)
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                4
                4
                Supply System
                Fuel Injection
                Fuel Injection
                Clutch
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                Single-disc dry clutch, hydraulically operated
                Hydraulic, wet, multi-plate, slip and assist
                Gearbox
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                6 Speed
                6 Speed
                Bore
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                101 mm
                90 mm
                Stroke
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                73 mm
                60.7 mm
                Compression Ratio
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                12.0 :1
                13.2:1
                Emission Norm Compliance
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                BS6.2
                BS6.2
                Max Torque
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                110 Nm @ 6000 rpm
                130 Nm @ 7000 rpm
                Starting System
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                Self Start Only
                Self Start Only
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                Features
                USB Charging PortYes
                -
                Instrument Console Type
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                Digital
                Digital
                Bluetooth Connectivity
                Bluetooth
                Bluetooth
                NavigationYes
                -
                Call/SMS AlertsYesYes
                Keyless IgnitionYes
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                Hill Hold
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                		Yes
                Speedometer
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                Digital
                Digital
                Tachometer
                Digital
                Digital
                Tripmeter
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                Digital
                Digital
                Odometer
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                Digital
                Digital
                Seat Type
                Single
                Split
                Body Graphics
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                		Yes
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                ClockYesYes
                Rear Footpegs
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                		YesYes
                Distance To EmptyYes
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                Features and Safety
                Service Due IndicatorYes
                -
                Fuel Gauge
                Digital
                Digital
                Riding ModesYes
                Rain,Road,Off-Road,Configurable Rider,Sports
                Traction ControlYesYes
                QuickshifterYesYes
                Windscreen
                -
                		Yes
                Additional Features/Information
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                Gear Shift Assistant Pro,Tyre Pressure Control, On-Board Computer, Electronic Immobilizer, ABS Pro
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                Performance
                Overall Mileage
                19.60 kmpl
                18.8 kmpl
                Claimed Top Speed
                203 kmph
                220 kmph
                Dimensions and Capacity
                Fuel Tank Capacity
                14 L
                20 L
                Width
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                830 mm
                849 mm
                Length
                2200 mm
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                Height
                1110 mm
                1436 mm
                Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
                3.5 L
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                Wheelbase
                1520 mm
                1560 mm
                Kerb Weight
                227 kg
                246 kg
                Gross Weight
                430 kg
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                Load Carrying Capacity
                202 kg
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                Seat height
                753 mm
                850 mm
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                Electricals
                Headlight
                LED
                LED
                Taillight
                LED
                LED
                Indicators
                LED
                LED
                Daytime Running LampsYesYes
                Low Fuel IndicatorYesYes
                Distance To EmptyYes
                -
                Alternator
                Permanent magnet alternator with 660 W
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                Tyres and Brakes
                Front Brake Size
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                310 mm
                320 mm
                Rear Brake Size
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                265 mm
                282 mm
                Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
                36 psi
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                Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
                36 psi
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                Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
                42 psi
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                Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
                42 psi
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                Underpinnings
                Frame
                Tubular space frame
                Tubular steel frame, with forged aluminium outriggers. Fabricated, bolt-on aluminium rear subframe

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                User Reviews of Comparison

                • R 12
                • Tiger 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.
                • BMW R 12 Reviews
                • A
                  akhil on Jul 05, 2024
                  5.0
                  Triumph tiger
                  Very comfortable and stylish with great leather seats. Mileage is good with extraordinary exhaust. Sounds like wow
                • P
                  p on Feb 28, 2024
                  4.2
                  Excellent Bike
                  It appears to be excellent, offering enhanced comfort and safety for the rider. I deeply admire this bike, and it's my dream bike.
                • R
                  rutvik on Sep 26, 2020
                  4.0
                  The Best Cruiser Bike.
                  Triumph is the best company in the world that takes care of customers and whoever comes in their showroom. They cater to them equally.
                  4
                • A
                  ayush on Dec 16, 2019
                  5.0
                  Best off-roading bike.
                  This bike is one of the best bikes in its segment and excellent on off-road.
                  3
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                FAQs on BMW R 12 and Triumph Tiger 1200

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

                A) As per our average user rating, BMW R 12 has a score of 4.0/5 while Triumph Tiger 1200 has rate of 4.5 /5.

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

                A) BMW R 12 price starts at Rs 22,00,000 & Triumph Tiger 1200 price starts at Rs 19,39,000 in Delhi . Triumph Tiger 1200 is cheaper between these.
                *Ex-showroom price in Delhi
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