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Yamaha R15M vs Hero Karizma XMR

Do you want to find out which bike is the best, Yamaha R15M or Hero Karizma XMR? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between R15M and Karizma XMR. Yamaha R15M Price starts at Rs.1.97 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Metallic Grey and Hero Karizma XMR Price starts at Rs.1.81 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD. Yamaha R15M is 1 cylinder, 155 cc Engine can generate 18.1 bhp @ 10000 rpm power whereas Hero Karizma XMR is a 1 cylinder, 210 cc Engine can generate 25.5 PS @9250 rpm power. In terms of mileage, R15M provides a mileage of 55.2 kmpl (base model), and Karizma XMR has a mileage of 35 kmpl (base model). Yamaha R15M is available in 1 colours & 5 variants whereas Hero Karizma XMR is available in 3 colours & 1 variants.

R15M vs Karizma XMR

Key HighlightsYamaha R15 MHero Karizma XMR
PriceRs.1.97 LakhRs.1.81 Lakh
Engine Capacity155 cc210 cc
Power18.1 bhp @ 10000 rpm25.5 PS @9250 rpm
Mileage/Range55.2 kmpl35 kmpl
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Yamaha R15 M Metallic Grey bike
Metallic Grey
Rs. 1.97 Lakh
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Hero Karizma XMR STD bike
STD
Rs. 1.81 Lakh
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Specifications Overview

Variant Name
On Road Price
2.21 Lakh
Price Breakup
2.03 Lakh
Price Breakup
User Rating
4.4
4.4
Transmission Type
Manual
Manual
Fuel Tank Capacity
11 Litres
11 Litres
Engine Displacement
155 cc
210 cc
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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

Braking System
Dual Channel ABS
Dual Channel ABS
Calliper Type
Front 2 Piston Rear 1 Piston
Front 2 Piston Rear 1 Piston
Front Disc Size
282
300
Front Suspension Preload Adjuster
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
29
29
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
29
29
Front Wheel Size
17
17
Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster
check
check
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
33
29
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
33
29
Rear Wheel Size
17
17
Wheel Type
Alloy
Alloy
Front Suspension
UpsidDowFronForks
Dia 37 mm, Telescopic Front Forks with Anti Friction Bush
Rear Suspension
Linked-Type MoNocross Suspension
Gas Charged Mono Shock, 6 Step Pre-load Adjustable
Front Tyre Size
100/80 - 17
100/80-17 TL

Instrumentation

Riding Modes Switch
Touch Screen Display
Fuel level guage
check
check
Gear Indicator
check
check
Tachometer
Digital
Digital
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Odometer
Digital
Digital

Exterior

Daytime Running Lights
check
check
LED headlight
check
check

Warranty

Basic Warranty
2 Years or 30000 km
5 Years or 70000 km

Body & Suspension

Colors
Images
Frame Type
Deltabox
Steel Trellis Frame

Engine & Transmission

Gear Shifting Pattern
1 Down 5 Up
1 Down 5 Up
Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
1 Per Cylinder
Engine Capacity
155 cc
210 cc
Engine Type
Liquid-cooled& 4-stroke& SOHC& 4-valve
4 Stroke 4 Valve Single Cylinder Liquid Cooled DOHC
No. of Cylinders
1
1
No. of valves per cylinder
4
4
Transmission Type
Manual
Manual
Battery Capacity
0.048 kwh
0.072 kwh
Battery Type
Maintenance Free (ETZ-5)
MF Battery
Top Speed
140 kmph
130 kmph
Bore x Stroke
58 mm x 58.7 mm
73 mm x 50 mm
Configuration
11.6 : 1
12:01
Cooling type
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Fuelling
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Max Power
18.1 bhp @ 10000 rpm
25.5 PS @9250 rpm

Comfort & Convenience

Average Speed Indicator
check
check
Call/SMS Alerts
check
check
Front Storage Box
Geo Fencing
Low Battery Indicator
check
Low Oil Indicator
check
check
Pillion Backrest
Pillion Footrest
check
check
Riding Modes
3
Service Reminder Indicator
check
Under Seat Storage
GPS & Navigation
check
Console Type
Digital
Digital
Distance to Empty Indicator
check
Engine Kill Switch
check
check

Safety

AHO (Automatic Headlight On)
check
-
Hazard Warning Indicator
check
check
Hazard Warning Switch
check
check
Radial Tyres
check
-
Pass Light
check
check
Pillion Grabrail
check
check
Turn Signal
LED
LED
ABS - Anti-lock braking system
Dual Channel ABS
Dual Channel ABS
Brake Assist
Dual Channel ABS
-
Power Modes
3
Slipper Clutch
Assist And Slipper Clutch
Wet type Slip & Assist
Traction Control System
check

Dimensions & Capacity

Length
1990 mm
2068 mm
Width
725 mm
760 mm
Height
1135 mm
1110 mm
Wheelbase
1325 mm
1351 mm
Ground Clearance
170 mm
160 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
11 Litres
11 Litres
Engine Oil Capacity
1 Litres
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Body Type
Sports Bike
Sports Bike
Seat Height
815 mm
810 mm
Unladden/Kerb Weight
141 kg
163.5 kg

Pros & Cons

Pros
  • 155cc engine offers fast & thrilling performance with reliability
  • Amazing road presence due to design
  • Fit & finish is very good for its price
  • Very good beginner bike for track riding experience
  • Comes loaded with the latest features like Quickshifter, etc.
  • The faired design language makes it more sporty
  • The new engine is the most powerful in its segment
  • Comfortable riding posture
  • The suspension feels plush and takes on bad surfaces easily
  • Slick gear shifts and short gearing help in traffic
Cons
  • Pricey when compared to the R15 V4
  • Not a very comfortable bike for long rides
  • Engine buzzes a little in the mid-range performance
  • The engine feels flat until 6,000 RPM
  • The exposed body frame and welds make the bike look a bit flimsy
  • USD forks could've made the bike more premium
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Detailed Comparison of Yamaha R15 M and Hero Karizma XMR

Safety

R15M comes loaded with Dual Channel ABS ABS - Anti-lock braking system, Pillion Grabrail, AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Hazard Warning Indicator, Radial Tyres, Hazard Warning Switch, Pass Light, Traction Control System. Karizma XMR has Hazard Warning Indicator, Hazard Warning Switch, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail.

Comfort & Convenience

Yamaha R15M has features like Pillion Footrest, Average Speed Indicator, Call/SMS Alerts, Low Oil Indicator, Side Stand Indicator, Engine Kill Switch and Hero Karizma XMR, on the other hand, has Average Speed Indicator, Call/SMS Alerts, Low Battery Indicator, Low Oil Indicator, Pillion Footrest, Service Reminder Indicator, GPS & Navigation, Distance to Empty Indicator, Engine Kill Switch, Side Stand Indicator, USB Charger Port.

Transmission

Yamaha R15M comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission and Karizma XMR comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission.

Dimensions

Yamaha R15M has a 11 Litres fuel tank with 1135 mm seat height. Hero Karizma XMR has 1110 mm seat height and 11 Litres fuel tank capacity.

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Yamaha R15 M and Hero Karizma XMR Owner Reviews

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    • RK
      Raju Kumar
      06 Nov 2024
      5.0
      Super choice in my life I like this bike in my life Good quality in this bike
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    • A
      AKASH
      8 Month ago
      5.0
      Good bike and good for riding.
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    • A
      Abhi
      8 Month ago
      5.0
      Amazing and best bikes of this generation. Only Yamaha can do the best bike designs and comfort and lots of features on this bike only word to say Yamaha is the best.
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      Rishi
      8 Month ago
      5.0
      This bike has a Powerful and efficient engine, It gives a great riding experience on highways. I enjoyed long rides with this bike. Very comfortable to ride at top speed. Its sporty look made this bike amazing.
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    • V
      Visakhapatnam
      9 Month ago
      5.0
      This bike is my fav bike and super bike I loved this bike and my Dream bike also This bike design was soo beautiful and the bike power was super.
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