Yamaha R15M vs KTM RC 125
Do you want to find out which bike is the best, Yamaha R15M or KTM RC 125? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between R15M and RC 125. Yamaha R15M Price starts at Rs.1.97 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Metallic Grey and KTM RC 125 Price starts at Rs.1.91 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD. Yamaha R15M 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, R15M provides a mileage of 55.2 kmpl (base model), and RC 125 has a mileage of 40 kmpl (base model). Yamaha R15M is available in 1 colours & 5 variants whereas KTM RC 125 is available in 2 colours & 1 variants.
R15M vs RC 125
| Key Highlights | Yamaha R15 M | KTM RC 125 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Rs.1.97 Lakh | Rs.1.91 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
| R15M specifications | RC 125 specifications | |
|---|---|---|
| Variant Name | ||
| On Road Price | 2.21 Lakh Price Breakup | 2.15 Lakh Price Breakup |
| User Rating | 4.4 | 4.0 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 11 Litres | 13.7 Litres |
| Engine Displacement | 155 cc | 124.7 cc |
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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres
| R15M Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | RC 125 Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | |
|---|---|---|
Braking System | Dual Channel ABS | Switchable ABS |
Calliper Type | Front 2 Piston Rear 1 Piston | Front 4 Piston Rear 1 Piston |
Front Disc Size | 282 | 320 |
Front Suspension Preload Adjuster | No | No |
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) | 29 | 29 |
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider) | 29 | 29 |
Front Wheel Size | 17 | 17 |
Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster | Yes | Yes |
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) | 33 | 32 |
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider) | 33 | 29 |
Rear Wheel Size | 17 | 17 |
Wheel Type | Alloy | Alloy |
Front Suspension | UpsidDowFronForks | WAPE43 |
Rear Suspension | Linked-Type MoNocross Suspension | WP APEX MoNoshock |
Front Tyre Size | 100/80 - 17 | 110/70 - R17 |
Instrumentation
| R15M Instrumentation | RC 125 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
| R15M Exterior | RC 125 Exterior | |
|---|---|---|
Daytime Running Lights | Yes | Yes |
LED headlight | Yes | No |
Warranty
| R15M Warranty | RC 125 Warranty | |
|---|---|---|
Basic Warranty | 2 Years or 30000 km | 2 Years or 30000 km |
Body & Suspension
| R15M Body & Suspension | RC 125 Body & Suspension | |
|---|---|---|
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Frame Type | Deltabox | Steel trellis frame& powder coated |
Engine & Transmission
| R15M Engine & Transmission | RC 125 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 | 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 | 4 |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Battery Capacity | 0.048 kwh | 0.096 kwh |
Battery Type | Maintenance Free (ETZ-5) | - |
Top Speed | 140 kmph | 120 kmph |
Bore x Stroke | 58 mm x 58.7 mm | 58 mm x 47.2 mm |
Configuration | 11.6 : 1 | 12.8:1 |
Cooling type | Liquid Cooled | Liquid Cooled |
Fuelling | Fuel Injection | Fuel Injection |
Max Power | 18.1 bhp @ 10000 rpm | 14.34 bhp @ 9250 rpm |
Comfort & Convenience
| R15M Comfort & Convenience | RC 125 Comfort & Convenience | |
|---|---|---|
Average Speed Indicator | Yes | Yes |
Call/SMS Alerts | Yes | No |
Front Storage Box | No | No |
Geo Fencing | No | No |
Low Battery Indicator | No | Yes |
Low Oil Indicator | Yes | Yes |
Pillion Backrest | No | No |
Pillion Footrest | Yes | Yes |
Riding Modes | 3 | No |
Service Reminder Indicator | No | Yes |
Under Seat Storage | No | No |
GPS & Navigation | No | No |
Console Type | Digital | Digital |
Distance to Empty Indicator | No | Yes |
Engine Kill Switch | Yes | Yes |
Safety
| R15M Safety | RC 125 Safety | |
|---|---|---|
AHO (Automatic Headlight On) | Yes | Yes |
Hazard Warning Indicator | Yes | Yes |
Hazard Warning Switch | Yes | No |
Radial Tyres | Yes | Yes |
Pass Light | Yes | Yes |
Pillion Grabrail | Yes | Yes |
Turn Signal | LED | LED |
ABS - Anti-lock braking system | Dual Channel ABS | Switchable ABS |
Brake Assist | Dual Channel ABS | Switchable ABS |
Power Modes | 3 | No |
Slipper Clutch | Assist And Slipper Clutch | Wet Multiplate |
Traction Control System | Yes | No |
Dimensions & Capacity
| R15M 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 |
Seat Height | 815 mm | 824 mm |
Unladden/Kerb Weight | 141 kg | 160 kg |
Pros & Cons
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Detailed Comparison of Yamaha R15 M and KTM RC 125
Safety
R15M comes loaded with Dual Channel ABS ABS - Anti-lock braking system, Hazard Warning Switch, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Hazard Warning Indicator, Radial Tyres, Traction Control System. RC 125 has AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Hazard Warning Indicator, Radial Tyres, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail.
Comfort & Convenience
Yamaha R15M has features like Call/SMS Alerts, Low Oil Indicator, Pillion Footrest, Average Speed Indicator, Side Stand Indicator, Engine Kill Switch and KTM RC 125, on the other hand, has 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.
Transmission
Yamaha R15M comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission and RC 125 comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission.
Dimensions
Yamaha R15M 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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Yamaha R15 M and KTM RC 125 FAQs
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. 2.15 Lakh in New Delhi.