Side-by-Side Comparison

BMW R 12 NineT vs Triumph Rocket 3

Specs, mileage, performance & price compared in Guam.

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Key Specifications

BMW R 12 NineTSpecTriumph Rocket 3

$17,245Price$27,000

1170Engine (cc)2458

109Power (hp)180

115Torque (Nm)225

20.0Mileage (km/l)15.0

220Weight (kg)317

16Fuel Tank (L)18

9.2Rating9.2

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BMW R 12 NineT

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Basic Information

BMW R 12 NineTAttributeTriumph Rocket 3

Air/oil-cooled two-cylinder boxer engine, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinderEngine TypeLiquid-cooled, 12 valve, DOHC, inline 3-cylinder

6-speed manualTransmission TypeManual

Single-disc dry clutch, hydraulically operatedClutch TypeWet, multi-plate hydraulically operated, torque assist

BMWBrandTriumph

R 12 nineTModelRocket 3 Storm R

BMW R 12 nineTBike NameTriumph Rocket 3 Storm R

2024Model Year2025

Heritage / RoadsterCategory/TypeCruiser

GermanyCountry of OriginUnited Kingdom

GermanyAssembly LocationImported

AvailableStatus—

Blackstorm metallic, San Remo Green metallic, Option 719 AluminumColors AvailableCarnival Red / Sapphire Black, Satin Pacific Blue / Matte Sapphire Black, Sapphire Black / Granite

12 V / 14 Ah, maintenance-freeBattery Type—

Single seat (Two-seater saddle optional)Seat TypeTwo-piece seat

Tubular steel space frameFrame TypeFull aluminium frame

Cast aluminum single-sided swing arm with BMW Motorrad ParaleverSwingarm TypeSingle-sided, cast aluminium

—Drive TypeShaft, bevel box

Engine & Performance

BMW R 12 NineTAttributeTriumph Rocket 3

1170Displacement (cc)2458

109 hp (80 kW) at 7,000 rpmMaximum Power180 bhp (134 kW) @ 7,000 rpm

115 Nm at 6,500 rpmMaximum Torque225 Nm (166 lb-ft) @ 4,000 rpm

2Number of Cylinders3

DOHCValve ConfigurationDOHC

4Valves Per Cylinder4

101 mmBore110.2 mm

73 mmStroke85.9 mm

101 mm x 73 mmBore x Stroke110.2 x 85.9 mm

12.0:1Compression Ratio10.8:1

Air/oil-cooledCooling SystemLiquid-cooled

Electronic intake pipe injection / digital engine management: BMS-O with throttle-by-wireFuel Supply SystemMultipoint sequential electronic fuel injection with electronic throttle control

BoxerEngine Layout—

ElectricStarting SystemElectric

YesEngine Kill Switch—

EU 5+Emission StandardEURO 5+

—Peak Power180 bhp

—Ignition SystemDigital inductive

Fuel & Mileage

BMW R 12 NineTAttributeTriumph Rocket 3

16 litresFuel Tank Capacity18.0 litres

5.1 l/100kmFuel Economy6.6 litres/100km

20Mileage City15

YesLow Fuel Warning—

—Average Mileage42.8 mpg

Performance & Speed

BMW R 12 NineTAttributeTriumph Rocket 3

215 km/hTop Speed225

3.6 sAcceleration (0-100)—

Optional (Shift Assistant Pro)Quick ShifterOptional (Triumph Shift Assist)

BMW Motorrad DTCTraction ControlOptimised Cornering Traction Control

Transmission & Drive

BMW R 12 NineTAttributeTriumph Rocket 3

6Number of Gears6

1-N-2-3-4-5-6Gear Pattern—

Shaft driveFinal DriveShaft Drive

Dimensions & Weight

BMW R 12 NineTAttributeTriumph Rocket 3

2130 mmOverall Length—

870 mmOverall Width920 mm

1070 mmOverall Height1125 mm

1511 mmWheelbase1677 mm

795 mmSeat Height773 mm

220 kgKerb Weight317 kg

430 kgGross Weight—

Brakes & Safety

BMW R 12 NineTAttributeTriumph Rocket 3

Twin disc brake, floating brake discs, 4-piston Monobloc radial brake caliperFront Brake TypeTwin discs, Brembo M4.30 Stylema 4-piston radial monobloc calipers

Single disc brake, 2-piston floating caliperRear Brake TypeSingle disc, Brembo M4.32 4-piston monobloc caliper

310 mmFront Brake Size320 mm

265 mmRear Brake Size300 mm

BMW Motorrad Integral ABS Pro (partial integral)ABS TypeOptimised Cornering ABS

Suspension & Handling

BMW R 12 NineTAttributeTriumph Rocket 3

Upside-down telescopic fork, 45 mm diameterFront Suspension TypeShowa 47mm USD 1+1 cartridge front forks, compression and rebound adjustment

Central progressive spring strutRear Suspension TypeFully adjustable Showa piggyback reservoir RSU with remote hydraulic preload adjuster

120 mmFront Suspension Travel120 mm

120 mmRear Suspension Travel107 mm

Fully adjustable front fork (preload, rebound, compression); adjustable rear preload and reboundAdjustable Controls—

Wheels & Tires

BMW R 12 NineTAttributeTriumph Rocket 3

120/70 ZR17Front Tyre Size150/80 R17 V

180/55 ZR17Rear Tyre Size240/50 R16 V

TubelessTyre TypeTubeless

Aluminium cast wheels (Spoked wheels optional)Wheel Type10-spoke cast aluminium

Electrical & Battery

BMW R 12 NineTAttributeTriumph Rocket 3

Yes (USB-C port)USB ChargingYes (under-seat compartment)

Lighting & Display

BMW R 12 NineTAttributeTriumph Rocket 3

LEDHeadlight TypeLED

LEDTail Light TypeLED

LEDTurn Signal TypeLED

YesDRLYes

YesHazard Light—

Analogue dual round instruments with LCD (Optional 3.5-inch Micro TFT)Display TypeTFT multi-functional instrument pack

AnalogueSpeedometer TypeDigital

DigitalOdometer TypeDigital

AnalogueTachometer TypeDigital

DigitalFuel Gauge TypeDigital

YesClockYes

YesPass Light Switch—

YesSide Stand Indicator—

Technology & Features

BMW R 12 NineTAttributeTriumph Rocket 3

DigitalTrip MeterYes

Optional (ConnectedRide Control)Mobile ConnectivityOptional (Bluetooth module)

Optional ConnectedRide ControlBluetooth Features—

Rock & Roll (2 modes)Riding Modes—

Comfort & Ergonomics

BMW R 12 NineTAttributeTriumph Rocket 3

YesPillion FootrestYes (retractable)

—Pillion SeatYes

BMW R 12 NineT vs Triumph Rocket 3: Which one should you buy in Guam?

The BMW R 12 NineT and Triumph Rocket 3 are two popular motorcycles in Guam. This side-by-side comparison covers engine, power, torque, mileage, top speed and weight so you can decide which one fits your riding style and budget. Better values are highlighted in the spec table above. Use the full specifications section to compare every technical detail before making your purchase decision.

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