Yamaha R15 V4 vs KTM RC 125
Do you want to find out which bike is the best, Yamaha R15 V4 or KTM RC 125? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between R15 V4 and RC 125. Yamaha R15 V4 Price starts at Rs.1.82 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Metallic Red and KTM RC 125 Price starts at Rs.1.90 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD. Yamaha R15 V4 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 V4 provides a mileage of 55.2 kmpl (base model), and RC 125 has a mileage of 40 kmpl (base model). Yamaha R15 V4 is available in 5 colours & 3 variants whereas KTM RC 125 is available in 4 colours & 1 variants.
R15 V4 vs RC 125
| Key Highlights | Yamaha R15 V4 | KTM RC 125 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Rs.1.82 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 V4 specifications | RC 125 specifications | ||
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| On Road Price | 2.04 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 V4 Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | RC 125 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 | 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 | |
Tyre Size Spare | NA | - |
Instrumentation
| R15 V4 Instrumentation | RC 125 Instrumentation | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Fuel level guage | Digital | Yes | |
Tachometer | Digital | Digital | |
Speedometer | Digital | Digital | |
Odometer | Digital | Digital |
Body & Suspension
| R15 V4 Body & Suspension | RC 125 Body & Suspension | ||
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Frame Type | Deltabox | Steel trellis frame, powder coated |
Engine & Transmission
| R15 V4 Engine & Transmission | RC 125 Engine & Transmission | ||
|---|---|---|---|
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 | - | |
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 | Fuel Injection | - | |
Cooling type | Liquid Cooled | Liquid-cooled | |
Configuration | Single Cylinder | - | |
Bore x Stroke | 58.0 mm × 58.7 mm | 58 mm x 47.2 mm |
Comfort & Convenience
| R15 V4 Comfort & Convenience | RC 125 Comfort & Convenience | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Riding Modes | Track and Street | No | |
Low Battery Indicator | - | 1 | |
Average Speed Indicator | - | 1 | |
Pillion Footrest | 1 | 1 | |
Under Seat Storage | No | No | |
Distance to Empty Indicator | Yes | - | |
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 V4 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 | |
Power Modes | NA | - | |
Slipper Clutch | Yes | Wet multi-disc clutch |
Dimensions & Capacity
| R15 V4 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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Which Bike Do You Like More ?
Detailed Comparison of Yamaha R15 V4 and KTM RC 125
Comfort & Convenience
Yamaha R15 V4 has features like Engine Kill Switch, Distance to Empty Indicator and KTM RC 125, on the other hand, has Handle Type.
Transmission
Yamaha R15 V4 comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission and RC 125 comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission.
Dimensions
Yamaha R15 V4 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 V4?
The on-road price of Yamaha R15 V4 is Rs. 2.04 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.