2024 TRIUMPH Rocket 3 R vs DUCATI Diavel

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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.

2024 TRIUMPH Rocket 3 R
22 pts
Top on paper
DUCATI Diavel
78 pts

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

Best fit here
2024 TRIUMPH Rocket 3 R
61 pts
DUCATI Diavel
50.4 pts

Touring / long rides

2024 TRIUMPH Rocket 3 R
57.8 pts
Best fit here
DUCATI Diavel
58.8 pts

Sporty riding

2024 TRIUMPH Rocket 3 R
23.1 pts
Best fit here
DUCATI Diavel
69.6 pts

New rider friendly

Best fit here
2024 TRIUMPH Rocket 3 R
53.1 pts
DUCATI Diavel
51.1 pts

Seat height (cm)

Figures are as in the database; boots, suspension sag and road surface change how tall the bike feels.

  • 2024 TRIUMPH Rocket 3 R 77 cm Lowest seat here
  • DUCATI Diavel 79 cm Tallest seat here

Spread in this comparison: about 2 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 168 hp (DUCATI Diavel).
  • Torque spans 126 Nm (DUCATI Diavel) up to 221 Nm (2024 TRIUMPH Rocket 3 R).
  • Weight spans 211 kg (DUCATI Diavel) to 291 kg (2024 TRIUMPH Rocket 3 R).
  • Displacement spans 1000 cc (DUCATI Diavel) to 1100 cc (2024 TRIUMPH Rocket 3 R).

Reader votes so far — total 1: 2024 TRIUMPH Rocket 3 R (0); DUCATI Diavel (1).

Specification TRIUMPH Rocket 3 R DUCATI Diavel
Brand TRIUMPH DUCATI
Model TRIUMPH Rocket 3 R DUCATI Diavel
Engine size Above 1000cc 1000cc
Power 165hp 168hp
Torque 221nm. 126nm.
Cylinders / valves 3 cylinders, 12 valves 4 cylinders, 16 valves
Weight 291kg 211kg
Front brake Dual 320mm discs, Brembo M4.30 Stylema® 4-piston radial monobloc calipers, Cornering ABS Disc 320mm (double) (ABS)
Rear brake Single 300mm disc, Brembo M4.32 4-piston monobloc caliper, Cornering ABS Disc 260mm (ABS)
Seat height (cm) 77cm 79cm
Front tyre 150/80 R17 V 120/70ZR17 Diablo Rosso 3
Rear tyre 240/50 R16 V 240/45ZR17 Pirelli Diablo Rosso 3
Cooling Liquid cooling Liquid cooling
Front suspension Showa 47mm upside-down 1 1 cartridge front forks, compression and rebound adjuster, 4.7in (120mm) travel 50mm fully adjustable
Rear suspension Fully adjustable Showa piggyback reservoir RSU with remote hydraulic preload adjuster, 4.2in (107mm) rear wheel travel. Monoshock fully adjustable
Motorcycle type Chopper – Cruiser Chopper – Cruiser
Top speed 240km/h 245km/h
Fuel capacity / consumption 18 L – 8 L/100km 20 L – 6.4 L/100km
Service network
Service quality
Parts availability
Price $23895 $26995
Brand price lists View TRIUMPH price list View DUCATI price list
Extra features

-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

-Driving mode, -Power mode -Traction control, -Wheelie Control -Cruise Control, TFT screen -Departure control and assistant

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2024 TRIUMPH Rocket 3 R vs 2023 DUCATI Diavel: listed specifications

The 2024 TRIUMPH Rocket 3 R and 2023 DUCATI Diavel are closely matched in peak power, while the Rocket 3 R has more displacement and torque, and the Diavel has a lower listed weight.

Engine displacement

Rocket 3 R has a larger listed engine displacement (1100 cc vs 1000 cc).

Peak power

Rocket 3 R and Diavel have very similar peak power (165 hp vs 168 hp).

Torque

Rocket 3 R has a clear listed torque advantage (221 Nm vs 126 Nm).

Listed top speed

Rocket 3 R and Diavel have very similar listed top speeds (240 km/h vs 245 km/h).

Cooling

Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.

Weight and seat height

Diavel is notably lighter on the listed weight (211 kg vs 291 kg). Rocket 3 R has a lower listed seat height (77 cm vs 79 cm).

Conclusion

The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in displacement, torque, weight and seat height, while peak power and listed top speed remain relatively close.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the top speed of TRIUMPH Rocket 3 R vs DUCATI Diavel?

DUCATI Diavel is listed at 245 km/h (152 mph) vs 240 km/h (149 mph) for TRIUMPH Rocket 3 R.

Which has more horsepower, TRIUMPH Rocket 3 R or DUCATI Diavel?

DUCATI Diavel has 168 hp compared with 165 hp on the TRIUMPH Rocket 3 R.

Which is lighter, TRIUMPH Rocket 3 R or DUCATI Diavel?

DUCATI Diavel is lighter at 211 kg vs 291 kg for TRIUMPH Rocket 3 R.

Which is better, TRIUMPH Rocket 3 R or DUCATI Diavel?

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.