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KTM RC 125 vs Yamaha R15 M

Do you want to find out which bike is the best, KTM RC 125 or Yamaha R15 M? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between RC 125 and R15 M. KTM RC 125 Price starts at Rs.1.90 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD and Yamaha R15 M Price starts at Rs.1.97 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Metallic Grey. KTM RC 125 is 1 cylinder, 124 cc Engine can generate 14.34 bhp @ 9250 rpm power whereas Yamaha R15 M is a 1 cylinder, 155 cc Engine can generate 18.1 bhp @ 10000 rpm power. In terms of mileage, RC 125 provides a mileage of 40 kmpl (base model), and R15 M has a mileage of 55.2 kmpl (base model). KTM RC 125 is available in 4 colours & 1 variants whereas Yamaha R15 M is available in 2 colours & 4 variants.

RC 125 vs R15 M

Key HighlightsKTM RC 125Yamaha R15 M
PriceRs.1.90 LakhRs.1.97 Lakh
Engine Capacity124.7 cc155 cc
Power14.34 bhp @ 9250 rpm18.1 bhp @ 10000 rpm
Mileage/Range40 kmpl55.2 kmpl
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KTM RC 125 STD bike
STD
Rs. 1.90 Lakh
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Yamaha R15 M Metallic Grey bike
Metallic Grey
Rs. 1.97 Lakh
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Specifications Overview

RC 125 specificationsR15 M specifications
Variant Name
On Road Price
2.13 Lakh
2.21 Lakh
User Rating
4.1
4.4
Transmission Type
Manual
Manual
Fuel Tank Capacity
13.7 Litres
11 Litres
Engine Displacement
124.7 cc
155 cc
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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

RC 125 Brakes, Suspension & TyresR15 M Brakes, Suspension & Tyres
Rear Wheel Size
17
17
Wheel Type
Alloy
Alloy
Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster
1
1
Front Wheel Size
17
17
Calliper Type
Front-4 Piston Radial Fixed, Rear- Single-piston floating calliper
Dual Piston
Braking System
Switchable ABS
Dual Channel ABS
Front Suspension
WP APEX 43
Upside Down Front Forks
Rear Suspension
WP APEX Monoshock
Linked-Type Monocross Suspension
Front Tyre Size
110/70 - R17
100/80 - 17
Rear Tyre Size
150/60 - R17
140/70 - R17
Front Type
Disc
Disc
Rear Disc/Drum Size
230 mm
220 mm
Rear Type
Disc
Disc
Tubeless Tyres
checkYes
checkYes

Instrumentation

RC 125 InstrumentationR15 M Instrumentation
Fuel level guage
checkYes
Digital
Tachometer
Digital
Digital
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Odometer
Digital
Digital

Body & Suspension

RC 125 Body & SuspensionR15 M Body & Suspension
Colors
Images
Frame Type
Steel trellis frame, powder coated
Deltabox

Engine & Transmission

RC 125 Engine & TransmissionR15 M Engine & Transmission
Engine Capacity
124.7 cc
155 cc
Engine Type
4-stroke engine
Liquid-cooled& 4-stroke& SOHC& 4-valve
No. of Cylinders
1
1
No. of valves per cylinder
-
4
Transmission Type
Manual
Manual
Battery Capacity
0.096 kwh
0.048 kwh
Battery Type
-
Maintenance Free (ETZ-5)
Range
-
565 km/charge
Top Speed
120 kmph
140 kmph
Max Torque
12 Nm @ 8000 rpm
14.2 Nm @ 7500 rpm
Max Power
14.34 bhp @ 9250 rpm
18.1 bhp @ 10000 rpm
Fuelling
-
Petrol
Cooling type
Liquid-cooled
Liquid Cooling
Bore x Stroke
58 mm x 47.2 mm
58.0 mm × 58.7 mm
Mileage (Claimed)
40 kmpl
55.2 kmpl

Comfort & Convenience

RC 125 Comfort & ConvenienceR15 M Comfort & Convenience
Riding Modes
No
Track and Street
Low Battery Indicator
1
-
Average Speed Indicator
1
1
Pillion Footrest
1
1
Under Seat Storage
No
No
Handle Type
checkYes
-
Engine Kill Switch
-
checkYes
Console Type
Digital
Digital
Seat Style
-
Step-up Seat/Split Seat
Start Type
Electric Start
Electric Start

Safety

RC 125 SafetyR15 M Safety
Radial Tyres
1
1
Hazard Warning Switch
-
1
Hazard Warning Indicator
1
1
ABS - Anti-lock braking system
Switchable ABS
Dual Channel ABS
Slipper Clutch
Wet multi-disc clutch
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Dimensions & Capacity

RC 125 Dimensions & CapacityR15 M Dimensions & Capacity
Length
1977 mm
1990 mm
Width
-
725 mm
Height
824 mm
1135 mm
Wheelbase
1341 mm
1325 mm
Ground Clearance
158 mm
170 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
13.7 Litres
11 Litres
Engine Oil Capacity
1.5 Litres
1 Litres
Body Type
Sports Bike
Sports Bike
Unladden/Kerb Weight
160 kg
141 kg
Seat Height
824 mm
815 mm

Pros & Cons

RC 125 Pros & ConsR15 M Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Looks like a larger capacity sports bike
  • excellent performance for a small 125cc engine
  • Agile handling
  • 155cc engine offers fast & thrilling performance with reliability
  • Amazing road presence due to design
  • Fit & finish is very good for its price
  • Very good beginner bike for track riding experience
  • Comes loaded with the latest features like Quickshifter, etc.
Cons
  • Expensive for a 125cc bike
  • Small engine does not suit the design theme
  • Uncomfortable over long rides
  • Pricey when compared to the R15 V4
  • Not a very comfortable bike for long rides
  • Engine buzzes a little in the mid-range performance
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Detailed Comparison of KTM RC 125 and Yamaha R15 M

Comfort & Convenience

KTM RC 125 has features like Handle Type and Yamaha R15 M, on the other hand, has Engine Kill Switch.

Transmission

KTM RC 125 comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission and R15 M comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission.

Dimensions

KTM RC 125 has a 13.7 Litres fuel tank with 824 mm seat height. Yamaha R15 M has 1135 mm seat height and 11 Litres fuel tank capacity.

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KTM RC 125 and Yamaha R15 M Owner Reviews

  • RC 125 Review
  • R15 M Review
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      Vijay
      2 Month ago
      Review for KTM RC 125
      1.8
      Not use for work only for style and expensive bike . More petrol consumption. Not support to sitting. And not support to Rapido or Uber or Swiggy or Zomato .
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      Anonymous
      6 Month ago
      Review for KTM RC 125
      5.0
      When evaluating comfort is vibration and noise levels. It performs well in this regard.
      Likes (1)
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      anuj
      7 Month ago
      Review for KTM RC 125
      5.0
      Nice bike and good mileage looking very spotty bike
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      Shaikh mohammad
      7 Month ago
      Review for KTM RC 125
      4.6
      Love to ride it , people don't look at you they look at your bike
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      Yagnik Patel
      8 Month ago
      Review for KTM RC 125
      4.2
      1.Superb bike ktm rc 125 2.Best mileage 3.best look nd overall best bike
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      AKASH
      02 Apr 2024
      Review for Yamaha R15 M
      5.0
      Good bike and good for riding.
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      Abhi
      1 Month ago
      Review for Yamaha R15 M
      5.0
      Amazing and best bikes of this generation. Only Yamaha can do the best bike designs and comfort and lots of features on this bike only word to say Yamaha is the best.
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      Rishi
      1 Month ago
      Review for Yamaha R15 M
      5.0
      This bike has a Powerful and efficient engine, It gives a great riding experience on highways. I enjoyed long rides with this bike. Very comfortable to ride at top speed. Its sporty look made this bike amazing.
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      Visakhapatnam
      2 Month ago
      Review for Yamaha R15 M
      5.0
      This bike is my fav bike and super bike I loved this bike and my Dream bike also This bike design was soo beautiful and the bike power was super.
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      Tana topu
      3 Month ago
      Review for Yamaha R15 M
      5.0
      Great handling and gets some kind of confidence while riding which can't be explained . Features are outstanding and all above that m series silver color has a great road presence . It never looks like 155cc.and not even power is like 155cc its above that and the gearing ratio is dam hot and the meter console is too hot. Headlight power outstanding. system related to stand power cut off is working even with headlight, when its in gear, just put the stand on and headlight gets off and if you want to keep on keep it in neutral. Engine refinement are next level...Smooth and punchy Body fit and finish is very good, even more than kilometer 200 2022 edition. Suspensions are well tuned for Indian roads, little at harder side which is required as per our roads. Rear suspension is like 1000cc setup which comes in r1, r7 etc. Which is separate from swingarm, this helps in not allowing jug's in our spin and back etc. Very clear and intelligent machine blend by Yamaha . After all its global product. Seriously rear suspension setup is very unique and not seen yet in Indian market before by any brand. At least Yamaha that you will have back pain etc...Because rear suspension don't allow you to discomfort, due its complete separate from rear wheel, it carries whole load of pothole on body and near engine. Must buy if requirements of individual gets fulfilled or wish to buy sport bike under 300cc segment. No disappointment. No regrets. Treat it like a member so that time to time maintenance is done to maintain it's charm.
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    KTM RC 125 and Yamaha R15 M FAQs

    What is the on-road price of KTM RC 125?
    The on-road price of KTM RC 125 is Rs. 2.13 Lakh in New Delhi.
    What is the on-road price of Yamaha R15 M?
    The on-road price of Yamaha R15 M is Rs. 2.21 Lakh in New Delhi.