2024 BMW S 1000 XR vs 2024 TRIUMPH Rocket 3 R
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Technical score (estimate)
Weighted mix of power, torque, power-to-weight, top speed and lighter weight within this comparison only. Not a real-world verdict — riding style and roads matter.
Usage fit (estimate)
Rough scores for city riding, touring, sporty riding and new riders — mix of specs and bike category. Same caveats as the technical score: traffic, skill and tyres matter.
City / commute
Touring / long rides
Sporty riding
New rider friendly
Seat height (cm)
Figures are as in the database; boots, suspension sag and road surface change how tall the bike feels.
- 2024 BMW S 1000 XR 84 cm Tallest seat here
- 2024 TRIUMPH Rocket 3 R 77 cm Lowest seat here
Spread in this comparison: about 7 cm.
Rough guide: comfortable flat-foot reach often needs inseam roughly in the same ballpark as seat height (varies a lot by ergonomics).
Auto summary from specs
Generated from the numbers in the comparison — not a review.
- Power spans 165 hp (2024 TRIUMPH Rocket 3 R) up to 170 hp (2024 BMW S 1000 XR).
- Torque spans 114 Nm (2024 BMW S 1000 XR) up to 221 Nm (2024 TRIUMPH Rocket 3 R).
- Weight spans 227 kg (2024 BMW S 1000 XR) to 291 kg (2024 TRIUMPH Rocket 3 R).
- Displacement spans 1000 cc (2024 BMW S 1000 XR) to 1100 cc (2024 TRIUMPH Rocket 3 R).
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| Specification | BMW S 1000 XR | TRIUMPH Rocket 3 R |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | BMW | TRIUMPH |
| Model | BMW S 1000 XR | TRIUMPH Rocket 3 R |
| Engine size | 1000cc | Above 1000cc |
| Power | 170hp | 165hp |
| Torque | 114nm. | 221nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | 4 cylinders, 16 valves | 3 cylinders, 12 valves |
| Weight | 227kg | 291kg |
| Front brake | Twin disc brake, diameter 320 mm, 4-piston fixed caliper | Dual 320mm discs, Brembo M4.30 Stylema® 4-piston radial monobloc calipers, Cornering ABS |
| Rear brake | Single disc brake, diameter 265 mm, 2-piston floating caliper | Single 300mm disc, Brembo M4.32 4-piston monobloc caliper, Cornering ABS |
| Seat height (cm) | 84cm | 77cm |
| Front tyre | 120/70 ZR17 | 150/80 R17 V |
| Rear tyre | 190/55 ZR17 | 240/50 R16 V |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | Upside-down telescopic fork, diameter 45 mm, electronic self-adjusting rebound/compression damping (Dynamic ESA) | Showa 47mm upside-down 1 1 cartridge front forks, compression and rebound adjuster, 4.7in (120mm) travel |
| Rear suspension | Aluminium double-sided swing-arm, central shock absorber, electronic preload adjuster, electronic self-adjusting rebound/compression damping (Dynamic ESA) | Fully adjustable Showa piggyback reservoir RSU with remote hydraulic preload adjuster, 4.2in (107mm) rear wheel travel. |
| Motorcycle type | Touring | Chopper – Cruiser |
| Top speed | 280km/h | 240km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 20 L – 6.7 L/100km | 18 L – 8 L/100km |
| Service network | ||
| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $17495 | $23895 |
| Brand price lists | View BMW price list | View TRIUMPH price list |
| Extra features | -Headlight Pro (daytime riding light icon & adaptive headlight; observe country-specific regulations) -Riding modes Pro (incl. HSC Pro, MSR, ABS Pro & DTC) -Dynamic ESA chassis, Keyless Ride, Integrated case holder, Toll pass compartment -Storage compartment under seat, USB charging interface, Emergency call |
-Torque assist hydraulic clutch, Four riding modes (Road, Rain, Sport and Rider-Configurable modes) -2nd generation TFT instruments, Optimized cornering ABS and traction control, Ride-by-Wire -Cruise control with single button operation, Keyless ignition and steering lock -SERVICE INTERVAL: 10,000 miles/16,000 Km or 12 Months |
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2024 BMW S 1000 XR vs 2024 TRIUMPH Rocket 3 R: listed specifications
The 2024 BMW S 1000 XR and 2024 TRIUMPH Rocket 3 R are closely matched in peak power, while the S 1000 XR has the higher listed top speed and a lower listed weight, and the Rocket 3 R has more displacement and torque.
Engine displacement
Rocket 3 R has a larger listed engine displacement (1100 cc vs 1000 cc).
Peak power
S 1000 XR and Rocket 3 R have very similar peak power (170 hp vs 165 hp).
Torque
Rocket 3 R has a clear listed torque advantage (221 Nm vs 114 Nm).
Listed top speed
S 1000 XR has a clear listed top-speed advantage (280 km/h vs 240 km/h).
Cooling
Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.
Weight and seat height
S 1000 XR is notably lighter on the listed weight (227 kg vs 291 kg). There is a noticeable listed seat-height difference: S 1000 XR is listed higher (84 cm) than Rocket 3 R (77 cm).
Conclusion
The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in displacement, torque, listed top speed, weight and seat height, while peak power remains relatively close.
Frequently asked questions
What is the top speed of BMW S 1000 XR vs TRIUMPH Rocket 3 R?
BMW S 1000 XR is listed at 280 km/h (174 mph) vs 240 km/h (149 mph) for TRIUMPH Rocket 3 R.
Which has more horsepower, BMW S 1000 XR or TRIUMPH Rocket 3 R?
BMW S 1000 XR has 170 hp compared with 165 hp on the TRIUMPH Rocket 3 R.
Which is lighter, BMW S 1000 XR or TRIUMPH Rocket 3 R?
BMW S 1000 XR is lighter at 227 kg vs 291 kg for TRIUMPH Rocket 3 R.
Which is better, BMW S 1000 XR or TRIUMPH Rocket 3 R?
It depends on your riding style. Compare top speed, weight, fuel use and price in the table on this page, then vote for the bike you prefer.
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