BMW R1200 RT vs Triumph Tiger 1200

BikeWale brings you comparison of BMW R1200 RT and Triumph Tiger 1200. The ex-showroom price of BMW R1200 RT is ₹ 18,34,383 and Triumph Tiger 1200 is ₹ 19,39,000. BMW R1200 RT is available in 3 colours and Triumph Tiger 1200 is available in 3 colours and 4 variants. Apart from prices, you can also find comparison of these bikes based on displacement, mileage, performance, and many more parameters. Comparison between these bikes have been carried out to help users make correct buying decision between BMW R1200 RT and Triumph Tiger 1200.

BMW R1200 RT vs Triumph Tiger 1200 Comparison Overview

Key Highlights	R1200 RT	Tiger 1200
Price	₹ 18,34,383	₹ 19,39,000
Capacity	1170 cc	1160 cc
Power	124 bhp @ 7750 rpm	148 bhp @ 9000 rpm
Economy	--	--

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R1200 RT

Standard

₹ 18,34,383

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Triumph

Tiger 1200

GT Pro

₹ 19,39,000

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R1200 RT

Standard

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Tiger 1200

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Specifications

Power & Performance

Max Power	124 bhp @ 7,750 rpm	148 bhp @ 9,000 rpm
Max Torque	125 Nm @ 6,500 rpm	130 Nm @ 7,000 rpm
Riding Range (km)	432	360
Top Speed (kmph)	--	220
Riding Modes	--	Rain, Road, Sport, Off-Road and Rider
Transmission	6 Speed Manual	6 Speed Manual
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Displacement (cc)	1,170	1,160
Mileage - ARAI (kmpl)	18	18
Mileage - Owner Reported (kmpl)	--	--
Gear Shifting Pattern	--	1 Down 5 Up
Cylinders	2	3
Bore (mm)	101	90
Stroke (mm)	73	60.7
Valves Per Cylinder	4	4
Compression Ratio	12.5 : 1	13.2:1
Spark Plugs (Per Cylinder)	2	1
Cooling System	Air Cooled	Liquid Cooled
Clutch	--	Wet Multiplate with Assist and Slipper Clutch
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)	25	20
Reserve Fuel Capacity (litres)	4	3
Emission Standard	BS4	BS6 Phase 2

Brakes, Wheels & Suspension

Front Suspension	BMW Motorrad Telelever, Stanchion diameter 35 mm,	Showa 49mm, semi-active damping USD forks. 200mm travel
Rear Suspension	Cast aluminium single-sided swing arm with BMW Mot	Showa semi-active damping monoshock
Braking System	Dual Channel ABS	Dual Channel ABS
Front Brake Type	Disc	Disc
Front Brake Size (mm)	320	320
Caliper - Front (Piston)	--	4
Rear Brake Type	Disc	Disc
Rear Brake Size (mm)	265	282
Caliper - Rear (Piston)	--	1
Wheel Type	Alloy	Alloy
Front Wheel Size (inch)	17	19
Rear Wheel Size (inch)	17	18
Front Tyre Size	120/70 ZR 17	120/70 - R19
Rear Tyre Size	180/55 ZR 17	150/70 - R18
Tyre Type	Tubeless	Tubeless
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider) (psi)	--	32
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider) (psi)	--	42
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) (psi)	--	34
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) (psi)	--	42

Dimensions & Chassis

Manufacturer Warranty
Service & Maintenance Schedule

Features

Instrument Cluster

Touch Screen Display	--
Instrument Console	--	Digital
Odometer	Digital	Digital
Speedometer	Analogue	Digital
Hazard Warning Indicator	--
Average Speed	--
OTA Updates	--	Not Available
Call/SMS Alerts	--
Geo Fencing	--
Distance to Empty	--
Stand Alarm
No. of Tripmeters	2	2
Tripmeter Type	Digital	Digital
Low Battery Indicator
Clock
Fuel Gauge	Digital	Digital
Tachometer	Analogue	Digital
Gear Indicator	--
Low Fuel Indicator
Low Oil Indicator
Service Reminder Indicator	--
Battery	12 V / 19 Ah, maintenance-free	12 Volt, 8 Ah

Storage
Mobile App Connectivity
Light System
GPS & Charging
Switchgear
Pillion Comfort
Additional Features

Colours

	San Marino Blue / Granite Grey Metallic Matte	Snowdonia White (Pro)
	Platinum Bronze Metallic	Sapphire Black (Pro)
	Black	Lucerne Blue (Pro)

User Reviews

Overall Rating

5.0/5

3 Ratings

4.8/5

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Ghost rider

An iconic long-distance tourer, the 2016 bmw r 1200 rt has a classic boxer twin as it

Triumph - The Best Premium Bike

This model is comfortable and has a flatter seat that makes it easier to move around.

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BMW R1200 RT Comparison with Similar Bikes

Kerb Weight (kg)	274	245
Seat Height (mm)	838	850
Ground Clearance (mm)	155	--
Overall Length (mm)	2,230	--
Overall Width (mm)	905	849
Overall Height (mm)	1,430	1,436
Wheelbase (mm)	1,485	1,560
Chassis Type	Two-section frame consisting of front and rear sec	Tubular Steel Frame

Standard Warranty (year)	--	3
Standard Warranty (km)	--	Unlimited

DRLs (Daytime Running Lights)	--
Shift Light
Headlight Type	--	LED
Brake/Tail Light	--	LED
Turn Signal	--	LED
Pass Light
AHO (Automatic Headlight On)	--

Cruise Control	--
Hazard Warning Lights	--
Start Type	Electric Start	Electric Start
Kill Switch
Traction Control	--

Pillion Backrest
Pillion Grab Rail
Pillion Seat	Stepped Seat	Stepped Seat
Pillion Footrest

Front Suspension Preload Adjuster	--
Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster	--
Additional Features	--	--

Front Storage Box	--
Under Seat Storage (Litres)	--

GPS & Navigation	--
USB Charging Port	--

BMW R1200 RT vs Triumph Tiger 1200