Yamaha R15 M vs KTM 250 Duke
Do you want to find out which bike is the best, Yamaha R15 M or KTM 250 Duke? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between R15 M and 250 Duke. Yamaha R15 M Price starts at Rs.2.00 Lakh (ex-showroom) for MotoGP Edition and KTM 250 Duke Price starts at Rs.2.28 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD. Yamaha R15 M is 1 cylinder, 155 cc Engine can generate 18.1 bhp @ 10000 rpm power whereas KTM 250 Duke is a 1 cylinder, 249 cc Engine can generate 30.57 bhp @ 9250 rpm power. In terms of mileage, R15 M provides a mileage of 40 kmpl (base model), and 250 Duke has a mileage of 30.8 kmpl (base model). Yamaha R15 M is available in 1 colours & 5 variants whereas KTM 250 Duke is available in 3 colours & 2 variants.
R15 M vs 250 Duke
| Key Highlights | Yamaha R15 M | KTM 250 Duke |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Rs.2.00 Lakh | Rs.2.28 Lakh |
| Engine Capacity | 155 cc | 249.07 cc |
| Power | 18.1 bhp @ 10000 rpm | 30.57 bhp @ 9250 rpm |
| Mileage/Range | 40 kmpl | 30.8 kmpl |
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Specifications Overview
| R15 M specifications | 250 Duke specifications | |
|---|---|---|
| Variant Name | ||
| On Road Price | 2.25 Lakh Price Breakup | 2.56 Lakh Price Breakup |
| User Rating | 4.4 | 4.4 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 11 Litres | 15 Litres |
| Engine Displacement | 155 cc | 249.07 cc |
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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres
| R15 M Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | 250 Duke Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | |
|---|---|---|
Braking System | Dual Channel ABS | Dual Channel ABS |
Calliper Type | Front 2 Piston Rear 1 Piston | Fixed |
Front Disc Size | 282 | 320 |
Front Suspension Preload Adjuster | No | No |
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) | 29 | 29 |
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider) | 29 | 29 |
Front Wheel Size | 17 | - |
Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster | Yes | Yes |
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) | 33 | 32 |
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider) | 33 | 32 |
Rear Wheel Size | 17 | - |
Wheel Type | Alloy | Alloy |
Front Suspension | UpsidDowFronForks | WP APEX USD forks, 43mm diameter |
Rear Suspension | Linked-Type MoNocross Suspension | WP APEX MoNoshock& 10-step preload adjustable |
Front Tyre Size | 100/80 - 17 | - |
Instrumentation
| R15 M Instrumentation | 250 Duke Instrumentation | |
|---|---|---|
Riding Modes Switch | No | No |
Touch Screen Display | No | No |
Fuel level guage | Yes | Yes |
Gear Indicator | Yes | Yes |
Tachometer | Digital | Digital |
Speedometer | Digital | Digital |
Odometer | Digital | Digital |
Exterior
| R15 M Exterior | 250 Duke Exterior | |
|---|---|---|
Daytime Running Lights | Yes | Yes |
LED headlight | Yes | Yes |
Warranty
| R15 M Warranty | 250 Duke Warranty | |
|---|---|---|
Basic Warranty | 2 Years or 30000 km | 2 Years or 50000 km |
Body & Suspension
| R15 M Body & Suspension | 250 Duke Body & Suspension | |
|---|---|---|
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Frame Type | Deltabox | Split-Trellis Frame |
Engine & Transmission
| R15 M Engine & Transmission | 250 Duke Engine & Transmission | |
|---|---|---|
Gear Shifting Pattern | 1 Down 5 Up | 1 Down 5 Up |
Ignition | - | CDI |
Spark Plugs | 1 Per Cylinder | 1 Per Cylinder |
Engine Capacity | 155 cc | 249.07 cc |
Engine Type | Liquid-cooled& 4-stroke& SOHC& 4-valve | Single Cylinder& Liquid Cooled& DOHC& FI Engine |
No. of Cylinders | 1 | 1 |
No. of valves per cylinder | 4 | 4 |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Battery Capacity | 0.048 kwh | 1.5 kwh |
Battery Type | Maintenance Free (ETZ-5) | - |
Top Speed | 140 kmph | 148 kmph |
Bore x Stroke | 58 mm x 58.7 mm | 72 mm x 61.1 mm |
Configuration | 11.6 : 1 | 12.63:1 |
Cooling type | Liquid Cooled | Liquid Cooled |
Fuelling | Fuel Injection | Fuel Injection |
Comfort & Convenience
| R15 M Comfort & Convenience | 250 Duke Comfort & Convenience | |
|---|---|---|
Average Speed Indicator | Yes | Yes |
Call/SMS Alerts | Yes | Yes |
Front Storage Box | No | No |
Geo Fencing | No | No |
Low Battery Indicator | No | Yes |
Low Oil Indicator | Yes | Yes |
Pillion Backrest | No | No |
Pillion Footrest | Yes | Yes |
Riding Modes | 3 | No |
Service Reminder Indicator | No | Yes |
Under Seat Storage | No | No |
GPS & Navigation | No | Yes |
Console Type | Digital | Digital |
Distance to Empty Indicator | No | No |
Engine Kill Switch | Yes | Yes |
Safety
| R15 M Safety | 250 Duke Safety | |
|---|---|---|
AHO (Automatic Headlight On) | Yes | Yes |
Hazard Warning Indicator | Yes | Yes |
Hazard Warning Switch | Yes | Yes |
Radial Tyres | Yes | Yes |
Side Stand Alarm | - | Yes |
Pass Light | Yes | Yes |
Pillion Grabrail | Yes | Yes |
Turn Signal | LED | LED |
ABS - Anti-lock braking system | Dual Channel ABS | Dual Channel ABS |
Brake Assist | Dual Channel ABS | Dual Channel ABS |
Power Modes | 3 | No |
Slipper Clutch | Assist And Slipper Clutch | Assist And Slipper Clutch |
Traction Control System | Yes | No |
Dimensions & Capacity
| R15 M Dimensions & Capacity | 250 Duke Dimensions & Capacity | |
|---|---|---|
Length | 1990 mm | - |
Width | 725 mm | 820 mm |
Height | 1135 mm | 1109 mm |
Wheelbase | 1325 mm | 1370 mm |
Ground Clearance | 170 mm | 176 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 11 Litres | 15 Litres |
Engine Oil Capacity | 1 Litres | 1.7 Litres |
Body Type | Sports Bike | Sports Bike |
Seat Height | 815 mm | 800 mm |
Unladden/Kerb Weight | 141 kg | 162.8 kg |
Pros & Cons
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Detailed Comparison of Yamaha R15 M and KTM 250 Duke
Safety
R15 M comes loaded with Dual Channel ABS ABS - Anti-lock braking system, Hazard Warning Indicator, AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Radial Tyres, Hazard Warning Switch, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, Traction Control System. 250 Duke has AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Hazard Warning Indicator, Hazard Warning Switch, Radial Tyres, Side Stand Alarm, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail.
Comfort & Convenience
Yamaha R15 M has features like Pillion Footrest, Low Oil Indicator, Average Speed Indicator, Call/SMS Alerts, Side Stand Indicator, Engine Kill Switch and KTM 250 Duke, on the other hand, has Average Speed Indicator, Call/SMS Alerts, Low Battery Indicator, Low Oil Indicator, Pillion Footrest, Service Reminder Indicator, GPS & Navigation, Engine Kill Switch, Side Stand Indicator.
Transmission
Yamaha R15 M comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission and 250 Duke comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission.
Dimensions
Yamaha R15 M has a 11 Litres fuel tank with 1135 mm seat height. KTM 250 Duke has 1109 mm seat height and 15 Litres fuel tank capacity.
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Yamaha R15 M and KTM 250 Duke FAQs
What is the on-road price of Yamaha R15 M?
The on-road price of Yamaha R15 M is Rs. 2.25 Lakh in New Delhi.
What is the on-road price of KTM 250 Duke?
The on-road price of KTM 250 Duke is Rs. 2.56 Lakh in New Delhi.