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Yamaha R15 M vs Hero Karizma XMR

Do you want to find out which bike is the best, Yamaha R15 M or Hero Karizma XMR? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between R15 M and Karizma XMR. Yamaha R15 M Price starts at Rs.2.00 Lakh (ex-showroom) for MotoGP Edition and Hero Karizma XMR Price starts at Rs.1.81 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Base. Yamaha R15 M is 1 cylinder, 155 cc Engine can generate 18.1 bhp @ 10000 rpm power whereas Hero Karizma XMR is a 1 cylinder, 210 cc Engine can generate 25.15 bhp @9250 rpm power. In terms of mileage, R15 M provides a mileage of 40 kmpl (base model), and Karizma XMR has a mileage of 35 kmpl (base model). Yamaha R15 M is available in 1 colours & 5 variants whereas Hero Karizma XMR is available in 3 colours & 3 variants.

R15 M vs Karizma XMR

Key HighlightsYamaha R15 MHero Karizma XMR
PriceRs.2.00 LakhRs.1.81 Lakh
Engine Capacity155 cc210 cc
Power18.1 bhp @ 10000 rpm25.15 bhp @9250 rpm
Mileage/Range40 kmpl35 kmpl
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Yamaha R15 M MotoGP Edition bike
Yamaha R15 M
MotoGP Edition
Rs. 2.00 Lakh
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Hero Karizma XMR
Base
Rs. 1.81 Lakh
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    Specifications Overview

    Variant Name
    On Road Price
    2.25 Lakh
    Price Breakup
    2.04 Lakh
    Price Breakup
    User Rating
    4.3
    4.3
    Transmission Type
    Manual
    Manual
    Fuel Tank Capacity
    11 Litres
    11 Litres
    Engine Displacement
    155 cc
    210 cc
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    Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

    Braking System
    Dual Channel ABS
    Dual Channel ABS
    Calliper Type
    Front 2 Piston Rear 1 Piston
    Front 2 Piston Rear 1 Piston
    Front Disc Size
    282
    300
    Front Suspension Preload Adjuster
    Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
    29
    29
    Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
    29
    29
    Front Wheel Size
    17
    17
    Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster
    check
    check
    Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
    33
    29
    Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
    33
    29
    Rear Wheel Size
    17
    17
    Wheel Type
    Alloy
    Alloy
    Front Suspension
    UpsidDowFronForks
    Dia 37 mm& Telescopic Front Forks with Anti Friction Bush
    Rear Suspension
    Linked-Type MoNocross Suspension
    Gas Charged Mono Shock& 6 Step Pre-load Adjustable
    Front Tyre Size
    100/80 - 17
    100/80-17 TL

    Instrumentation

    Riding Modes Switch
    Touch Screen Display
    Fuel level guage
    check
    Digital
    Gear Indicator
    check
    check
    Tachometer
    Digital
    Digital
    Speedometer
    Digital
    Digital
    Odometer
    Digital
    Digital

    Exterior

    Daytime Running Lights
    check
    check
    LED headlight
    check
    check

    Warranty

    Basic Warranty
    2 Years or 30000 km
    5 Years or 70000 kms

    Body & Suspension

    Colors
    Images
    Frame Type
    Deltabox
    Steel Trellis Frame

    Engine & Transmission

    Gear Shifting Pattern
    1 Down 5 Up
    1 Down 5 Up
    Spark Plugs
    1 Per Cylinder
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    Engine Capacity
    155 cc
    210 cc
    Engine Type
    Liquid-cooled& 4-stroke& SOHC& 4-valve
    4 Stroke 4 Valve Single Cylinder Liquid Cooled DOHC
    No. of Cylinders
    1
    1
    No. of valves per cylinder
    4
    4
    Transmission Type
    Manual
    Manual
    Battery Capacity
    0.048 kwh
    -
    Battery Type
    Maintenance Free (ETZ-5)
    -
    Top Speed
    140 kmph
    130 kmph
    Bore x Stroke
    58 mm x 58.7 mm
    73 mm x 50 mm
    Configuration
    Single Cylinder
    Single Cylinder
    Cooling type
    Liquid Cooled
    Liquid Cooled
    Fuelling
    Fuel Injection
    Fuel Injection
    Max Power
    18.1 bhp @ 10000 rpm
    25.15 bhp @9250 rpm

    Comfort & Convenience

    Average Speed Indicator
    check
    check
    Call/SMS Alerts
    check
    check
    Front Storage Box
    Geo Fencing
    -
    Low Battery Indicator
    check
    Low Oil Indicator
    check
    check
    Pillion Backrest
    -
    Pillion Footrest
    check
    check
    Riding Modes
    3
    check
    Service Reminder Indicator
    check
    Under Seat Storage
    -
    GPS & Navigation
    check
    Console Type
    Digital
    Digital
    Distance to Empty Indicator
    check
    Engine Kill Switch
    check
    check

    Safety

    AHO (Automatic Headlight On)
    check
    check
    Hazard Warning Indicator
    check
    check
    Hazard Warning Switch
    check
    check
    Radial Tyres
    check
    -
    Side Stand Alarm
    check
    Pass Light
    check
    check
    Pillion Grabrail
    check
    check
    Turn Signal
    LED
    Halogen
    ABS - Anti-lock braking system
    check
    check
    Power Modes
    3
    Slipper Clutch
    Assist And Slipper Clutch
    check
    Traction Control System
    check

    Dimensions & Capacity

    Length
    1990 mm
    2068 mm
    Width
    725 mm
    760 mm
    Height
    1135 mm
    1110 mm
    Wheelbase
    1325 mm
    1351 mm
    Ground Clearance
    170 mm
    160 mm
    Fuel Tank Capacity
    11 Litres
    11 Litres
    Engine Oil Capacity
    1 Litres
    -
    Body Type
    Sports Bike
    Sports Bike
    Seat Height
    815 mm
    810 mm
    Unladden/Kerb Weight
    141 kg
    163.5 kg

    Pros & Cons

    Pros
    • 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.
    • The faired design looks nice and make nit a head-turner vehicle.
    • The 210cc engine is one of the most powerful options in the segment.
    • Comfortable riding posture- slightly upright and less committed.
    • USD front forks have made suspension better.
    • Smooth gear transitions make city and highway rides easy and comfortable.
    Cons
    • Pricey when compared to the R15 V4
    • Not a very comfortable bike for long rides
    • Engine buzzes a little in the mid-range performance
    • You don’t feel the engine’s punch until 6,000 rpm.
    • Build quality is not that good.
    • Vibrations evident on higher speeds- when you go above 5,000 rpm
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    Safety

    R15 M comes loaded with Yes ABS - Anti-lock braking system, Hazard Warning Switch, Radial Tyres, Hazard Warning Indicator, AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, Traction Control System, ABS - Anti-lock braking system . Karizma XMR has Pass Light, Hazard Warning Switch, AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Pillion Grabrail, Hazard Warning Indicator, Side Stand Alarm, ABS - Anti-lock braking system , Slipper Clutch.

    Comfort & Convenience

    Yamaha R15 M has features like Call/SMS Alerts, Low Oil Indicator, Average Speed Indicator, Pillion Footrest, Side Stand Indicator, Engine Kill Switch and Hero Karizma XMR, on the other hand, has Low Battery Indicator, Call/SMS Alerts, Riding Modes, Low Oil Indicator, Pillion Footrest, Service Reminder Indicator, Average Speed Indicator, GPS & Navigation, Side Stand Indicator, Distance to Empty Indicator, Engine Kill Switch, USB Charger Port.

    Transmission

    Yamaha R15 M comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission and Karizma XMR comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission.

    Dimensions

    Yamaha R15 M has a 11 Litres fuel tank with 1135 mm seat height. Hero Karizma XMR has 1110 mm seat height and 11 Litres fuel tank capacity.

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    Yamaha R15 M and Hero Karizma XMR Owner Reviews

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      • SC
        Suresh Chandra
        18 Jul 2025
        5.0
        Very good, stylish, and great-looking bike. I love this bike! The speed is awesome, and the projector light is very bright and effective. Its appearance is eye-catching, and the mileage is above 50 km/l.
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        Sukku
        12 Jul 2025
        5.0
        The Yamaha R15 M is the best bike in my eyes. Its stunning looks and road presence are absolutely unmatched. Whenever this bike hits the road, it turns heads with its aggressive styling. In terms of price and mileage, it offers great value too. This is not just a bike—it’s my dream bike, and I truly admire everything about it!
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        Prince
        08 Jul 2025
        5.0
        Good mileage compared to other sports bikes, which is why I want to purchase this bike soon. Its looks are awesome, and the lights are also good.
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      • DT
        Dupchen Tamang
        05 Jul 2025
        3.8
        Being this affordable in an era of stylish bikes, it definitely has the 'rizz' of a sexy-looking bike while offering all the essential features a college student needs.
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      • SR
        Sayan Rakshit
        30 Days ago
        4.6
        This bike is perfect for youngsters thanks to its stylish design and impressive mileage. Backed by Yamaha’s renowned engine quality, it’s a highly reliable choice for anyone who loves the sports bike segment.
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