BMW S 1000 R vs 2024 TRIUMPH Speed Triple 1200 RS
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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.
- BMW S 1000 R 83 cm Lowest seat here
- 2024 TRIUMPH Speed Triple 1200 RS 83 cm Lowest seat here
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 (BMW S 1000 R) up to 177 hp (2024 TRIUMPH Speed Triple 1200 RS).
- Torque spans 114 Nm (BMW S 1000 R) up to 125 Nm (2024 TRIUMPH Speed Triple 1200 RS).
- Weight spans 198 kg (2024 TRIUMPH Speed Triple 1200 RS) to 208 kg (BMW S 1000 R).
- Displacement spans 1000 cc (BMW S 1000 R) to 1100 cc (2024 TRIUMPH Speed Triple 1200 RS).
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| Specification | BMW S 1000 R | TRIUMPH Speed Triple 1200 RS |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | BMW | TRIUMPH |
| Model | BMW S 1000 R | TRIUMPH Speed Triple 1200 RS |
| Engine size | 1000cc | Above 1000cc |
| Power | 165hp | 177hp |
| Torque | 114nm. | 125nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | 4 cylinders, 16 valves | 3 cylinders, 12 valves |
| Weight | 208kg | 198kg |
| Front brake | Twin-disc brake with a diameter of 320 mm, four-piston fixed calliper | Twin 320mm floating discs. Brembo Stylema monobloc calipers, OC-ABS, radial master cylinder with separate reservoir, span |
| Rear brake | Single disc brake with a diameter of 220 mm, one-piston floating calliper | Single 220mm disc. Brembo twin piston caliper, OC-ABS. Rear master cylinder with separate reservoir. |
| Seat height (cm) | 83cm | 83cm |
| Front tyre | 120/70 ZR 17 | 120/70 ZR17 Pirelli Diablo Supercorsa V3 |
| Rear tyre | 190/55 ZR 17 | 190/55 ZR17 Pirelli Diablo Supercorsa V3 |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | Upside-down telescopic fork with a diameter of 45 mm, spring preload and adjustable rebound and compression stage | Ohlins 43 mm NIX30 upside down forks with adjustable preload, rebound and compression damping, 120 mm travel. |
| Rear suspension | Aluminium underbeam swinging arm, Full-Floater Pro, central shock absorber, adjustable rebound and compression damping and adjustable spring preload | Öhlins TTX36 twin tube monoshock with preload, rebound and compression damping, 120 mm rear wheel travel. |
| Motorcycle type | Naked | Naked |
| Top speed | 270km/h | 260km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 16.5 L – 7 L/100km | 15.5 L – 7 L/100km |
| Service network | ||
| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $13945 | $18895 |
| Brand price lists | View BMW price list | View TRIUMPH price list |
| Extra features | -Three riding modes (Rain, Road, Dynamic, incl. HSC), Six-axis sensor box incl. ABS Pro & DTC -TFT display with connectivity, Adjustable handlebar position, Intelligent emergency call ECALL |
-Full-color 5" TFT instruments, 5 configurable riding modes (rain, road, sport, track, and rider) -Optimized Cornering ABS and switchable Optimized Cornering Traction Control (with IMU), Front Wheel Lift Control, Cruise Control -Triumph Shift Assist up and down quickshifter, Slip & assist clutch, Full keyless system, Lithium-ion battery -15000km/12 months service interval. |
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2023 BMW S 1000 R vs 2024 TRIUMPH Speed Triple 1200 RS: listed specifications
The 2023 BMW S 1000 R and 2024 TRIUMPH Speed Triple 1200 RS differ on the listed specifications: the S 1000 R has the higher listed top speed, and the Speed Triple 1200 RS has more displacement, peak power and torque, and a lower listed weight.
Engine displacement
Speed Triple 1200 RS has a larger listed engine displacement (1100 cc vs 1000 cc).
Peak power
Speed Triple 1200 RS has a modest listed power advantage (177 hp vs 165 hp).
Torque
Speed Triple 1200 RS has a modest listed torque advantage (125 Nm vs 114 Nm).
Listed top speed
S 1000 R has a modest listed top-speed advantage (270 km/h vs 260 km/h).
Cooling
Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.
Weight and seat height
Speed Triple 1200 RS has a modest listed weight advantage (198 kg vs 208 kg). S 1000 R and Speed Triple 1200 RS have very similar seat heights (83 cm vs 83 cm).
Conclusion
The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in displacement, peak power, torque, listed top speed and weight, while seat height remains relatively close.
Frequently asked questions
What is the top speed of BMW S 1000 R vs TRIUMPH Speed Triple 1200 RS?
BMW S 1000 R is listed at 270 km/h (168 mph) vs 260 km/h (162 mph) for TRIUMPH Speed Triple 1200 RS.
Which has more horsepower, BMW S 1000 R or TRIUMPH Speed Triple 1200 RS?
TRIUMPH Speed Triple 1200 RS has 177 hp compared with 165 hp on the BMW S 1000 R.
Which is lighter, BMW S 1000 R or TRIUMPH Speed Triple 1200 RS?
TRIUMPH Speed Triple 1200 RS is lighter at 198 kg vs 208 kg for BMW S 1000 R.
Which is better, BMW S 1000 R or TRIUMPH Speed Triple 1200 RS?
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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