Yamaha R15S vs Kawasaki KLX 230
Do you want to find out which bike is the best, Yamaha R15S or Kawasaki KLX 230? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between R15S and KLX 230. Yamaha R15S Price starts at Rs.1.68 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD and Kawasaki KLX 230 Price starts at Rs.1.99 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD. Yamaha R15S is 1 cylinder, 149 cc Engine can generate 12.2 bhp @ 7250 rpm power whereas Kawasaki KLX 230 is a 1 cylinder, 233 cc Engine can generate 17.8 bhp @ 8000 rpm power. In terms of mileage, R15S provides a mileage of 43 kmpl (base model), and KLX 230 has a range of N/Akm/charge (base model). Yamaha R15S is available in 2 colours & 1 variants whereas Kawasaki KLX 230 is available in 2 colours & 1 variants.
R15S vs KLX 230
| Key Highlights | Yamaha R15S | Kawasaki KLX 230 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Rs.1.68 Lakh | Rs.1.99 Lakh |
| Engine Capacity | 149 cc | 233 cc |
| Power | 12.2 bhp @ 7250 rpm | 17.8 bhp @ 8000 rpm |
| Mileage/Range | 43 kmpl | N/A km/charge |
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Specifications Overview
| R15S specifications | KLX 230 specifications | |
|---|---|---|
| Variant Name | ||
| On Road Price | 1.88 Lakh Price Breakup | 2.23 Lakh Price Breakup |
| User Rating | 4.2 | - |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 13 Litres | 7.6 Litres |
| Engine Displacement | 149 cc | 233 cc |
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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres
| R15S Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | KLX 230 Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | |
|---|---|---|
Braking System | Single Channel ABS | Dual Channel Abs |
Calliper Type | Front 2 Piston Rear 1 Piston | Fixed |
Front Disc Size | 282 | 240 |
Front Suspension Preload Adjuster | No | No |
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) | 28 | - |
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider) | 28 | - |
Front Wheel Size | 17 | 70/100-21 |
Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster | Yes | Yes |
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) | 28 | - |
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider) | 28 | - |
Rear Wheel Size | 17 | 110/100-18 |
Wheel Type | Alloy | Spoked |
Front Suspension | TelescopiFork | Telescopic fork |
Rear Suspension | 7-Step Adjustable MoNocross Suspension | Uni-Trak |
Front Tyre Size | 100/80 - 17 | 70/100-21 |
Instrumentation
| R15S Instrumentation | KLX 230 Instrumentation | |
|---|---|---|
Riding Modes Switch | No | No |
Touch Screen Display | No | No |
Fuel level guage | Yes | Digital |
Gear Indicator | No | - |
Tachometer | Digital | Digital |
Speedometer | Digital | Digital |
Odometer | Digital | Digital |
Exterior
| R15S Exterior | KLX 230 Exterior | |
|---|---|---|
Daytime Running Lights | Yes | Yes |
LED headlight | Yes | Yes |
Warranty
| R15S Warranty | KLX 230 Warranty | |
|---|---|---|
Basic Warranty | 2 Years or 30000 km | - |
Body & Suspension
| R15S Body & Suspension | KLX 230 Body & Suspension | |
|---|---|---|
Colors | ||
Images | - | |
Frame Type | Diamond Type | Perimeter high-tensile steel |
Engine & Transmission
| R15S Engine & Transmission | KLX 230 Engine & Transmission | |
|---|---|---|
Gear Shifting Pattern | 1 Down 4 Up | 1 Down 5 Up |
Ignition | CDI | Digital |
Spark Plugs | 1 Per Cylinder | Yes |
Engine Capacity | 149 cc | 233 cc |
Engine Type | Liquid Cooled& 4 Stroke&SOHC&4 valve | Air-cooled 4-stroke single-cylinder |
No. of Cylinders | 1 | 1 |
No. of valves per cylinder | 2 | 2 |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Battery Capacity | 0.048 kwh | - |
Top Speed | 136 kmph | - |
Bore x Stroke | 57.3 mm x 57.9 mm | 67 mm x 66 mm |
Configuration | Single Cylinder | Single Cylinder |
Cooling type | Air Cooled | Air Cooled |
Fuelling | Fuel Injection | Fuel injection |
Max Power | 12.2 bhp @ 7250 rpm | 17.8 bhp @ 8000 rpm |
Comfort & Convenience
| R15S Comfort & Convenience | KLX 230 Comfort & Convenience | |
|---|---|---|
Average Speed Indicator | No | - |
Call/SMS Alerts | Yes | Yes |
Front Storage Box | No | - |
Geo Fencing | No | No |
Low Battery Indicator | No | Yes |
Low Oil Indicator | Yes | No |
Pillion Backrest | No | No |
Pillion Footrest | Yes | Yes |
Riding Modes | No | - |
Service Reminder Indicator | No | Yes |
Under Seat Storage | No | - |
GPS & Navigation | No | No |
Console Type | Digital | Digital |
Distance to Empty Indicator | No | - |
Engine Kill Switch | Yes | Yes |
Safety
| R15S Safety | KLX 230 Safety | |
|---|---|---|
AHO (Automatic Headlight On) | Yes | No |
Hazard Warning Indicator | Yes | Yes |
Hazard Warning Switch | No | Yes |
Radial Tyres | Yes | - |
Side Stand Alarm | Yes | No |
Pass Light | Yes | Yes |
Pillion Grabrail | Yes | Yes |
Turn Signal | LED | LED |
ABS - Anti-lock braking system | Yes | Yes |
Power Modes | No | - |
Slipper Clutch | Wet Multiplate | - |
Traction Control System | Yes | No |
Dimensions & Capacity
| R15S Dimensions & Capacity | KLX 230 Dimensions & Capacity | |
|---|---|---|
Length | 2000 mm | 2090 mm |
Width | 780 mm | 845 mm |
Height | 1080 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
Ground Clearance | 165 mm | 265 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 13 Litres | 7.6 Litres |
Body Type | Sports | Dirt |
Seat Height | 790 mm | 880 mm |
Unladden/Kerb Weight | 136 kg | 139 kg |
Entertainment & Communication
| R15S Entertainment & Communication | KLX 230 Entertainment & Communication | |
|---|---|---|
MID (Multi Info Display) | Yes | - |
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Detailed Comparison of Yamaha R15S and Kawasaki KLX 230
Safety
R15S comes loaded with Yes ABS - Anti-lock braking system, AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Hazard Warning Indicator, Radial Tyres, Side Stand Alarm, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, ABS - Anti-lock braking system , Traction Control System. KLX 230 has Hazard Warning Indicator, Hazard Warning Switch, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, ABS - Anti-lock braking system .
Comfort & Convenience
Yamaha R15S has features like Call/SMS Alerts, Low Oil Indicator, Pillion Footrest, Engine Kill Switch, Side Stand Indicator and Kawasaki KLX 230, on the other hand, has Call/SMS Alerts, Low Battery Indicator, Pillion Footrest, Service Reminder Indicator, Engine Kill Switch.
Transmission
Yamaha R15S comes with 5 Speed Manual transmission and KLX 230 comes with 6 Manual transmission.
Dimensions
Yamaha R15S has a 13 Litres fuel tank with 1080 mm seat height. Kawasaki KLX 230 has 1150 mm seat height and 7.6 Litres fuel tank capacity.
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Yamaha R15S and Kawasaki KLX 230 FAQs
What is the on-road price of Yamaha R15S?
The on-road price of Yamaha R15S is Rs. 1.88 Lakh in New Delhi.
What is the on-road price of Kawasaki KLX 230?
The on-road price of Kawasaki KLX 230 is Rs. 2.23 Lakh in New Delhi.