Yamaha R15 M vs KTM RC 125
Do you want to find out which bike is the best, Yamaha R15 M or KTM RC 125? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between R15 M and RC 125. Yamaha R15 M Price starts at Rs.1.97 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Metallic Grey and KTM RC 125 Price starts at Rs.1.90 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD. Yamaha R15 M is 1 cylinder, 155 cc Engine can generate 18.1 bhp @ 10000 rpm power whereas KTM RC 125 is a 1 cylinder, 124 cc Engine can generate 14.34 bhp @ 9250 rpm power. In terms of mileage, R15 M provides a mileage of 55.2 kmpl (base model), and RC 125 has a mileage of 40 kmpl (base model). Yamaha R15 M is available in 2 colours & 4 variants whereas KTM RC 125 is available in 4 colours & 1 variants.
R15 M vs RC 125
| Key Highlights | Yamaha R15 M | KTM RC 125 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Rs.1.97 Lakh | Rs.1.90 Lakh |
| Engine Capacity | 155 cc | 124.7 cc |
| Power | 18.1 bhp @ 10000 rpm | 14.34 bhp @ 9250 rpm |
| Mileage/Range | 55.2 kmpl | 40 kmpl |
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Specifications Overview
| R15 M specifications | RC 125 specifications | ||
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| On Road Price | 2.21 Lakh | 2.13 Lakh | |
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| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual | |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 11 Litres | 13.7 Litres | |
| Engine Displacement | 155 cc | 124.7 cc |
Brakes, Suspension & Tyres
| R15 M Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | RC 125 Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | ||
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Rear Wheel Size | 17 | 17 | |
Wheel Type | Alloy | Alloy | |
Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster | 1 | 1 | |
Front Wheel Size | 17 | 17 | |
Calliper Type | Dual Piston | Front-4 Piston Radial Fixed, Rear- Single-piston floating calliper | |
Braking System | Dual Channel ABS | Switchable ABS | |
Front Suspension | Upside Down Front Forks | WP APEX 43 | |
Rear Suspension | Linked-Type Monocross Suspension | WP APEX Monoshock | |
Front Tyre Size | 100/80 - 17 | 110/70 - R17 | |
Rear Tyre Size | 140/70 - R17 | 150/60 - R17 | |
Front Type | Disc | Disc | |
Rear Disc/Drum Size | 220 mm | 230 mm | |
Rear Type | Disc | Disc | |
Tubeless Tyres | Yes | Yes |
Instrumentation
| R15 M Instrumentation | RC 125 Instrumentation | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Fuel level guage | Digital | Yes | |
Tachometer | Digital | Digital | |
Speedometer | Digital | Digital | |
Odometer | Digital | Digital |
Body & Suspension
| R15 M Body & Suspension | RC 125 Body & Suspension | ||
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Frame Type | Deltabox | Steel trellis frame, powder coated |
Engine & Transmission
| R15 M Engine & Transmission | RC 125 Engine & Transmission | ||
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Engine Capacity | 155 cc | 124.7 cc | |
Engine Type | Liquid-cooled& 4-stroke& SOHC& 4-valve | 4-stroke engine | |
No. of Cylinders | 1 | 1 | |
No. of valves per cylinder | 4 | - | |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual | |
Battery Capacity | 0.048 kwh | 0.096 kwh | |
Battery Type | Maintenance Free (ETZ-5) | - | |
Range | 565 km/charge | - | |
Top Speed | 140 kmph | 120 kmph | |
Max Torque | 14.2 Nm @ 7500 rpm | 12 Nm @ 8000 rpm | |
Max Power | 18.1 bhp @ 10000 rpm | 14.34 bhp @ 9250 rpm | |
Fuelling | Petrol | - | |
Cooling type | Liquid Cooling | Liquid-cooled | |
Bore x Stroke | 58.0 mm × 58.7 mm | 58 mm x 47.2 mm | |
Mileage (Claimed) | 55.2 kmpl | 40 kmpl |
Comfort & Convenience
| R15 M Comfort & Convenience | RC 125 Comfort & Convenience | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Riding Modes | Track and Street | No | |
Low Battery Indicator | - | 1 | |
Average Speed Indicator | 1 | 1 | |
Pillion Footrest | 1 | 1 | |
Under Seat Storage | No | No | |
Handle Type | - | Yes | |
Engine Kill Switch | Yes | - | |
Console Type | Digital | Digital | |
Seat Style | Step-up Seat/Split Seat | - | |
Start Type | Electric Start | Electric Start |
Safety
| R15 M Safety | RC 125 Safety | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Radial Tyres | 1 | 1 | |
Hazard Warning Switch | 1 | - | |
Hazard Warning Indicator | 1 | 1 | |
ABS - Anti-lock braking system | Dual Channel ABS | Switchable ABS | |
Slipper Clutch | Yes | Wet multi-disc clutch |
Dimensions & Capacity
| R15 M Dimensions & Capacity | RC 125 Dimensions & Capacity | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Length | 1990 mm | 1977 mm | |
Width | 725 mm | - | |
Height | 1135 mm | 824 mm | |
Wheelbase | 1325 mm | 1341 mm | |
Ground Clearance | 170 mm | 158 mm | |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 11 Litres | 13.7 Litres | |
Engine Oil Capacity | 1 Litres | 1.5 Litres | |
Body Type | Sports Bike | Sports Bike | |
Unladden/Kerb Weight | 141 kg | 160 kg | |
Seat Height | 815 mm | 824 mm |
Pros & Cons
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Detailed Comparison of Yamaha R15 M and KTM RC 125
Comfort & Convenience
Yamaha R15 M has features like Engine Kill Switch and KTM RC 125, on the other hand, has Handle Type.
Transmission
Yamaha R15 M comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission and RC 125 comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission.
Dimensions
Yamaha R15 M has a 11 Litres fuel tank with 1135 mm seat height. KTM RC 125 has 824 mm seat height and 13.7 Litres fuel tank capacity.
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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.
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.