Side-by-Side Comparison

Triumph Rocket 3 vs Indian Chieftain

Specs, mileage, performance & price compared in Madagascar.

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Key Specifications

Triumph Rocket 3SpecIndian Chieftain

Ar120,000,000PriceAr136,000,000

2458Engine (cc)1811

180Power (hp)101

225Torque (Nm)9999

15.0Mileage (km/l)18.0

317Weight (kg)373

18Fuel Tank (L)21

9.2Rating9.2

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Triumph Rocket 3

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Basic Information

Triumph Rocket 3AttributeIndian Chieftain

Liquid-cooled, 12 valve, DOHC, inline 3-cylinderEngine TypeThunderstroke 111 V-Twin

ManualTransmission TypeManual

Wet, multi-plate hydraulically operated, torque assistClutch TypeWet, Multi-Plate

Shaft, bevel boxDrive Type—

TriumphBrandIndian Motorcycle

Rocket 3 Storm RModelChieftain

Triumph Rocket 3 Storm RBike NameIndian Chieftain

2025Model Year2025

CruiserCategory/TypeBagger / Touring

United KingdomCountry of OriginUSA

ImportedAssembly LocationUSA

Carnival Red / Sapphire Black, Satin Pacific Blue / Matte Sapphire Black, Sapphire Black / GraniteColors AvailableBlack Metallic, Sunset Red Metallic, Heavy Metal

Two-piece seatSeat Type—

Full aluminium frameFrame Type—

Single-sided, cast aluminiumSwingarm Type—

Engine & Performance

Triumph Rocket 3AttributeIndian Chieftain

2458Displacement (cc)1811

180 bhp (134 kW) @ 7,000 rpmMaximum Power75.00

225 Nm (166 lb-ft) @ 4,000 rpmMaximum Torque119 ft-lbs at 3000 rpm

180 bhpPeak Power—

3Number of Cylinders2

DOHCValve ConfigurationOHV; Pushrod

4Valves Per Cylinder2

110.2 mmBore101 mm

85.9 mmStroke113 mm

110.2 x 85.9 mmBore x Stroke—

10.8:1Compression Ratio9.5:1

Liquid-cooledCooling SystemAir / Oil Cooled

Multipoint sequential electronic fuel injection with electronic throttle controlFuel Supply SystemClosed loop fuel injection / 54 mm bore

Digital inductiveIgnition System—

ElectricStarting SystemElectric

EURO 5+Emission Standard—

Fuel & Mileage

Triumph Rocket 3AttributeIndian Chieftain

18.0 litresFuel Tank Capacity20.8 L

6.6 litres/100kmFuel Economy—

42.8 mpgAverage Mileage18.0

15Mileage City18

Performance & Speed

Triumph Rocket 3AttributeIndian Chieftain

225Top Speed—

Optional (Triumph Shift Assist)Quick Shifter—

Optimised Cornering Traction ControlTraction Control—

Transmission & Drive

Triumph Rocket 3AttributeIndian Chieftain

6Number of Gears6

Shaft DriveFinal DriveBelt

—Primary DriveGear Drive Wet Clutch

Dimensions & Weight

Triumph Rocket 3AttributeIndian Chieftain

920 mmOverall Width1000 mm

1125 mmOverall Height1388 mm

1677 mmWheelbase1668 mm

773 mmSeat Height650 mm

317 kgKerb Weight373 kg

—Overall Length2506 mm

—Ground Clearance130 mm

—Gross Weight628 kg

Brakes & Safety

Triumph Rocket 3AttributeIndian Chieftain

Twin discs, Brembo M4.30 Stylema 4-piston radial monobloc calipersFront Brake TypeDual Floating Rotor / 4 Piston Caliper

Single disc, Brembo M4.32 4-piston monobloc caliperRear Brake TypeSingle Floating Rotor / 2 Piston Caliper

320 mmFront Brake Size300 mm

300 mmRear Brake Size300 mm

Optimised Cornering ABSABS TypeDual Channel ABS

—Anti-Theft SystemKeyless ignition, security system

Suspension & Handling

Triumph Rocket 3AttributeIndian Chieftain

Showa 47mm USD 1+1 cartridge front forks, compression and rebound adjustmentFront Suspension TypeTelescopic Fork

Fully adjustable Showa piggyback reservoir RSU with remote hydraulic preload adjusterRear Suspension TypeSingle Shock with Air Adjust

120 mmFront Suspension Travel119 mm

107 mmRear Suspension Travel114 mm

Wheels & Tires

Triumph Rocket 3AttributeIndian Chieftain

150/80 R17 VFront Tyre Size130/60B19 61H

240/50 R16 VRear Tyre Size180/60R16 80H

TubelessTyre Type—

10-spoke cast aluminiumWheel TypeAlloy

—Tyre BrandMetzeler Cruisetec

Electrical & Battery

Triumph Rocket 3AttributeIndian Chieftain

Yes (under-seat compartment)USB ChargingYes

Lighting & Display

Triumph Rocket 3AttributeIndian Chieftain

LEDHeadlight TypeLED

LEDTail Light TypeLED

LEDTurn Signal TypeLED

YesDRL—

TFT multi-functional instrument packDisplay Type7-inch Touchscreen (Ride Command)

DigitalSpeedometer TypeAnalogue and Digital

DigitalOdometer Type—

DigitalTachometer TypeAnalogue and Digital

DigitalFuel Gauge Type—

YesClock—

Technology & Features

Triumph Rocket 3AttributeIndian Chieftain

YesTrip Meter—

Optional (Bluetooth module)Mobile Connectivity—

—NavigationStandard

Comfort & Ergonomics

Triumph Rocket 3AttributeIndian Chieftain

YesPillion SeatStandard

Yes (retractable)Pillion FootrestStandard

Triumph Rocket 3 vs Indian Chieftain: Which one should you buy in Madagascar?

The Triumph Rocket 3 and Indian Chieftain are two popular motorcycles in Madagascar. 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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