KTM RC 125 vs Yamaha MT 15
Do you want to find out which bike is the best, KTM RC 125 or Yamaha MT 15? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between RC 125 and MT 15. KTM RC 125 Price starts at Rs.1.91 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD and Yamaha MT 15 Price starts at Rs.1.68 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD. KTM RC 125 is 1 cylinder, 124 cc Engine can generate 14.34 bhp @ 9250 rpm power whereas Yamaha MT 15 is a 1 cylinder, 155 cc Engine can generate 18.1 bhp @ 10000 rpm power. In terms of mileage, RC 125 provides a mileage of 40 kmpl (base model), and MT 15 has a mileage of 56.87 kmpl (base model). KTM RC 125 is available in 2 colours & 1 variants whereas Yamaha MT 15 is available in 7 colours & 4 variants.
RC 125 vs MT 15
| Key Highlights | KTM RC 125 | Yamaha MT 15 V2 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Rs.1.91 Lakh | Rs.1.68 Lakh |
| Engine Capacity | 124.7 cc | 155 cc |
| Power | 14.34 bhp @ 9250 rpm | 18.1 bhp @ 10000 rpm |
| Mileage/Range | 40 kmpl | 56.87 kmpl |
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Specifications Overview
| RC 125 specifications | MT 15 specifications | |
|---|---|---|
| Variant Name | ||
| On Road Price | 2.15 Lakh Price Breakup | 1.89 Lakh Price Breakup |
| User Rating | 4.0 | 4.1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 13.7 Litres | 10 Litres |
| Engine Displacement | 124.7 cc | 155 cc |
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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres
| RC 125 Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | MT 15 Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | |
|---|---|---|
Braking System | Switchable ABS | Dual Channel ABS |
Calliper Type | Front 4 Piston Rear 1 Piston | Front 2 Piston Rear 1 Piston |
Front Disc Size | 320 | 282 |
Front Suspension Preload Adjuster | No | No |
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) | 29 | 32 |
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider) | 29 | 32 |
Front Wheel Size | 17 | 17 |
Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster | Yes | Yes |
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) | 32 | 39 |
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider) | 29 | 36 |
Rear Wheel Size | 17 | 17 |
Wheel Type | Alloy | Alloy |
Front Suspension | WAPE43 | UpsidDowFronForks |
Rear Suspension | WP APEX MoNoshock | Linked-type MoNocross suspension |
Front Tyre Size | 110/70 - R17 | 100/80 - 17 |
Instrumentation
| RC 125 Instrumentation | MT 15 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
| RC 125 Exterior | MT 15 Exterior | |
|---|---|---|
Daytime Running Lights | Yes | Yes |
LED headlight | No | Yes |
Warranty
| RC 125 Warranty | MT 15 Warranty | |
|---|---|---|
Basic Warranty | 2 Years or 30000 km | 2 Years or 30000 km |
Body & Suspension
| RC 125 Body & Suspension | MT 15 Body & Suspension | |
|---|---|---|
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Frame Type | Steel trellis frame& powder coated | Deltabox |
Engine & Transmission
| RC 125 Engine & Transmission | MT 15 Engine & Transmission | |
|---|---|---|
Gear Shifting Pattern | 1 Down 5 Up | 1 Down 5 Up |
Ignition | - | TCI |
Spark Plugs | 1 Per Cylinder | 1 Per Cylinder |
Engine Capacity | 124.7 cc | 155 cc |
Engine Type | 4-stroke engine | Liquid cooled& 4-stroke& SOHC& 4-valve |
No. of Cylinders | 1 | 1 |
No. of valves per cylinder | 4 | 4 |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Battery Capacity | 0.096 kwh | 0.048 kwh |
Top Speed | 120 kmph | 130 kmph |
Bore x Stroke | 58 mm x 47.2 mm | 58 mm x 58.7 mm |
Configuration | 12.8:1 | 11.6 : 1 |
Cooling type | Liquid Cooled | Liquid Cooled |
Fuelling | Fuel Injection | Fuel Injection |
Max Power | 14.34 bhp @ 9250 rpm | 18.1 bhp @ 10000 rpm |
Comfort & Convenience
| RC 125 Comfort & Convenience | MT 15 Comfort & Convenience | |
|---|---|---|
Average Speed Indicator | Yes | No |
Call/SMS Alerts | No | No |
Front Storage Box | No | No |
Geo Fencing | No | No |
Low Battery Indicator | Yes | No |
Low Oil Indicator | Yes | Yes |
Pillion Backrest | No | No |
Pillion Footrest | Yes | Yes |
Riding Modes | No | No |
Service Reminder Indicator | Yes | No |
Under Seat Storage | No | No |
GPS & Navigation | No | No |
Console Type | Digital | Digital |
Distance to Empty Indicator | Yes | No |
Engine Kill Switch | Yes | Yes |
Safety
| RC 125 Safety | MT 15 Safety | |
|---|---|---|
AHO (Automatic Headlight On) | Yes | Yes |
Hazard Warning Indicator | Yes | Yes |
Hazard Warning Switch | No | No |
Radial Tyres | Yes | Yes |
Pass Light | Yes | Yes |
Pillion Grabrail | Yes | Yes |
Turn Signal | LED | LED |
ABS - Anti-lock braking system | Switchable ABS | Dual Channel ABS |
Brake Assist | Switchable ABS | Dual Channel ABS |
Power Modes | No | No |
Slipper Clutch | Wet Multiplate | Assist And Slipper Clutch |
Traction Control System | No | Yes |
Dimensions & Capacity
| RC 125 Dimensions & Capacity | MT 15 Dimensions & Capacity | |
|---|---|---|
Length | 1977 mm | 2015 mm |
Width | - | 800 mm |
Height | 824 mm | 1070 mm |
Wheelbase | 1341 mm | 1325 mm |
Ground Clearance | 158 mm | 170 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 13.7 Litres | 10 Litres |
Engine Oil Capacity | 1.5 Litres | 1.05 Litres |
Body Type | Sports Bike | Sports Bike |
Seat Height | 824 mm | 810 mm |
Unladden/Kerb Weight | 160 kg | 141 kg |
Pros & Cons
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Detailed Comparison of KTM RC 125 and Yamaha MT 15 V2
Safety
RC 125 comes loaded with Switchable ABS ABS - Anti-lock braking system, AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Hazard Warning Indicator, Radial Tyres, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail. MT 15 has Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, Hazard Warning Indicator, AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Radial Tyres, Traction Control System.
Comfort & Convenience
KTM RC 125 has features like Average Speed Indicator, Low Battery Indicator, Low Oil Indicator, Pillion Footrest, Service Reminder Indicator, Distance to Empty Indicator, Engine Kill Switch, Handle Type, Side Stand Indicator and Yamaha MT 15, on the other hand, has Pillion Footrest, Low Oil Indicator, Engine Kill Switch, Side Stand Indicator.
Transmission
KTM RC 125 comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission and MT 15 comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission.
Dimensions
KTM RC 125 has a 13.7 Litres fuel tank with 824 mm seat height. Yamaha MT 15 has 1070 mm seat height and 10 Litres fuel tank capacity.
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KTM RC 125 and Yamaha MT 15 V2 FAQs
What is the on-road price of KTM RC 125?
The on-road price of KTM RC 125 is Rs. 2.15 Lakh in New Delhi.
What is the on-road price of Yamaha MT 15 V2?
The on-road price of Yamaha MT 15 V2 is Rs. 1.89 Lakh in New Delhi.