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KTM RC 125 vs Yamaha R15S
RC 125 vs R15S
Key Highlights | RC 125 STD | R15S STD |
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Engine Type | Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled, DOHC, FI Engine | Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, SOHC, 4-valve |
Max Power | 14.5 PS @ 9250 rpm | 18.6 PS @ 10000 rpm |
RC 125 vs R15S Key Highlights
Basic Info | RC 125 STD | R15S STD |
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Rating |
166 reviews
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2872 reviews
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Brand Name | KTM | Yamaha |
Ex-Showroom Price | Rs. 1.90 Lakh View On Road Price | Rs. 1.65 Lakh View On Road Price |
Engine Type | Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled, DOHC, FI Engine | Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, SOHC, 4-valve |
Max Power | 14.5 PS @ 9250 rpm | 18.6 PS @ 10000 rpm |
Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
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Brakes Front | Disc | Disc |
Brakes Rear | Disc | Disc |
Wheel Size | ... | Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm |
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) | Alloy | Alloy |
ABS | Dual Channel | Dual Channel |
Starting | Self Start Only | Self Start Only |
Speedometer | Digital | Digital |
EMI |
Rs. 5,477
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9.45% (36 months)
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Rs. 4,759
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9.45% (36 months)
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Insurance | Rs. 7,645 RC 125 Insurance | Rs. 11,468 R15S Insurance |
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Pros and Cons
- Positives
- Negatives
KTM RC 125
- Slightly more ergonomic than before
- Larger seat
- Excellent handling
Yamaha R15S
- More affordable and comfortable than the R15 V4
- Variable Valve Actuation ensures the engine has enough grunt for everyday situations
- Standard rear radial tyre
- with optional grippy Metzelers
KTM RC 125
- Rather expensive for a bike with so little power
Yamaha R15S
- Fit and finish levels could have been better
- The LED headlight isn’t bright enough and fails to illuminate the road properly
Watch Videos of RC 125 and R15S
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8 Apr, 20237660 views
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27 Jul, 202091033 views
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8 Mar, 201939102 views
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19 Mar, 2018476237 views
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15 Mar, 2018110376 views
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10 Feb, 201838965 views
RC 125 and R15S Competitors
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Yamaha MT 15
Rs. 1.67 Lakh
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KTM RC 200
Rs. 2.17 Lakh
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KTM 125 Duke
Rs. 1.79 Lakh
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Yamaha R15 V4
Rs. 1.82 Lakh
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Bajaj Pulsar NS200
Rs. 1.57 Lakh
News Updates on RC 125 and R15S
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The R125 Gets New Sporty Bits For Track Riders15 Jun, 2022 | By Team ZigWheels
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Yamaha Unleashes New Colours For The R15 V4 & MT 15 V2 & Major Update For The R15S7 Apr, 2023 | By Team ZigWheels
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KTM Hikes Prices Of RC And Adventure Bike Range12 May, 2022 | By Team ZigWheels
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Yamaha R15S Witness A Minor Price Hike In July11 Jul, 2022 | By Team ZigWheels
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Sinnis GPX 125 vs KTM RC 125: Battle Of The Baby Supersports6 Jan, 2022 | By Team ZigWheels
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BREAKING: The “Practical” R15S Goes Stealthy With A New Paint Scheme4 Jul, 2022 | By Team ZigWheels
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2021 RC 125 Now Available At Your Nearest KTM Dealer8 Dec, 2021 | By Team ZigWheels
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EXCLUSIVE: Yamaha Plans To Make The R15S V3 More Colourful16 Mar, 2022 | By Team ZigWheels
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BREAKING: New KTM RC 200 And RC 125 Set Foot In India13 Oct, 2021 | By Team ZigWheels
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The Exciting Bikes And Scooters Launched In November 202130 Nov, 2021 | By Team ZigWheels
Recently Asked User Questions
- No bikes for you for the college...start with any 125cc first....for weekend little stretch r15 v3...faily commute to college Fz 150...if you need style and girlfriend and get spoiled R15v3 or gixxer 150. Go in a bus bro...study well ..we can take super bikes later...because we love you
- Honda hornet/honda xblade/ honda unicorn/Hero xtreme 200s/ Pulsar150/ pulsar220/ ns 160/ns200/apache1604v/apache 200 4v/RE std 350/xpulse 200/yamaha fzsv3...all under 1.5L on road and suits tall persons...my personal choice would be RE 350Std and pulsar 220 big bike feel...
- Bro close your eyes and go for R15 V3 Best performance with best mileage and low maintenance...and even it's looks are also amazing
- I have ridden my beast more than 500km also with pilion rider for example from Delhi to Shimla, Delhi To Jaipur, Jodhpur Via Agra, Also Udaipur Ajmer, Delhi To Dehradun, Haridwar Even my highest tour Delhi to Jaisalmer & Delhi to Ahmedabad, so far I didn't find any discomfort but yeah all you have to keep in mind about chain l**e oil it after 500-1000km constant travel for best results also the tyre pressure.
- Yes u can go 500 kms around without discomfort by staying 30 minutes for every 100 to 120 Km On average i have a great experience go 1000 Km, height is below 5'9 - 5.5 its preferably otherwise it will be uncomfortable for long ride.
- I have rode ,the beast to kanyakumari .. from mumbai .. the first day was bad but the next day day i rode like nearly 800km woth out any discomfort
- R15 v3 suits for taller riders . A bit uncomfortable for. Shorter riders , rather for me , I am 6.1 . It clocked around 12k on my bike . I clocked 700km at a stretch , I won’t feel any pain or aches .
- My height is 5'1 and I own r15v3. I don't feel any discomfort while riding the bike even in bumper-to-bumper traffic. height doesn't matter, skill matters. I can drive all other bikes easily
- Better you go for MT15
RC 125 Vs R15S Comparison FAQs
The Yamaha R15S is cheaper than KTM RC 125 by Rs. 24,918.
For the STD version, 124.7 cc Petrol engine of RC 125 produces 14.5 PS @ 9250 rpm of power and 12 Nm at 8000 rpm of torque. Whereas for the STD version, 155 cc Petrol engine of R15S produces 18.6 PS @ 10000 rpm of power and 14.1 Nm @ 8500 rpm of torque
User Reviews of Comparison
- KTM RC 125
- Yamaha R15S
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RC 12545 mileage old model bike
45 mileage old model bike rc 125 stylish bike 2018 model
Manju 3 days ago -
RC 1254.2Dirive experience good but
Dirive experience good but sound was noisey like old bottle can sound and build quality very good front head aero dinamic mileage was good and avrage for 1.5 to 3 lakh evry bikes black and orange highlights wass osm.
GyaanCHoo 3 months ago -
RC 125This bike looking is very
This bike looking is very nice but not good head light.I think it could have been better.The big problem this bike is it's mileage.Not good mileage in comparison r15.And over pricing bike.But ktm body quality is very good.I hope ktm company will also improve some of these problems.
Saurav 3 months ago -
RC 125Ride quality
Really worth the price the ride quality and it's performance it just awesome.The mileage is good in respect to a 125cc motorcycle i really loved it.It has a high seat which causes trouble for short riders like me i am 5.5 ft tall and mostly struggle while taking you turns and at traffic single stop otherwise every thing is fine.Further i could lower the seat height adjusting suspension setup but the service centre told me not to do it as the ktm company has set it by keeping balanced setup any changes in it can make it worse result in accident.I kept it as it though i am struggling but as time passes.I will get accustomed with it and learn.The tricks and techniques to control the bike smoothly.I will recommend any below 5.5 ft height should avoid choosing the ktm bikes.Though below 5.5 ft height guys can drive the bike but it very defficult to cope up.I got a mileage of 40 kmpl on my daily commits.The bike itself is a beast.I love what ever i have got from ktm at the price point neglecting the height factor.I really love it.
Rohit 3 months ago -
RC 125This bike's performance is
This bike's performance is much good than the old one.I think it worths buying.And the comfort is good you can ride it 3-4 hours without any pain.
14 5 months ago -
More Customer Reviews of RC 125
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Having a bike was a childhood dream for me. I spent over 3 months researching all the available bikes in India before finally choosing the Yamaha R15. From the moment I saw the bike I could sense there was something very special about it. Not just its excellent looks but also it's brilliant performance. From the YouTube videos of various riders demonstrating the R15 I could tell that it's an 'Exceptional' Bike. I took a test ride and was really impressed with it. Before that I had an opportunity to also ride the KTM RC200. I preferred the R15 over all other bikes in the 150-200cc set. I will now present all my findings having done over a 1100km on this bike in just under a month. The engine and performance is excellent. Perfection. Great pickup, smooth transmission, easy gear shifts, good braking and tons of power if needed. This bike is deceptively fast. I just want to mention I like to keep at very safe speeds. I remember recently i was cruising at about 60 in the city and the road had less traffic so I decided to throttle it just a little. Within seconds I looked at the speedo and it was at 110kmph. It's surely a top end monster. It is as smooth at 60kmph as it's at 100+. Zero engine strain. The mileage I got from the bike brand new with no service was 58kmpl. That's pretty unbelievable for a bike with this kind of performance. That surely indicates great engineering. The looks of this bike stand out in a big way. Very elegant and good looking design. Classic lines. I can see people staring at it at intersections. The bike gets compliments all the time. The bike off roads surprisingly well too. I took it to Damdam lake and I could take it through the steep dirt tracks to the lakeside without a problem. The riding posture is aggressive and I personally love it. It's feels great to ride this bike. The key is to keep your arms and wrists relaxed and use your legs to grip the tank and thus distribute your body weight off your upper body. This is actually the recommended way of riding ALL kinds of bikes as per riding instructors. Since I got the bike I don't drive my car much anymore. That's how much fun this is. That too with Indian traffic and weather which can be challenging at times. I have already toured a little on this bike having done about 1000km going on road trips riding many hours at a stretch. No problems to report at all. A true winner. Buy with confidence. I will recommend that you get all the accessories as well, like crash guards etc. They all are very good for your bike and help keep it safe. Special thanks to Yamaha JM Motors Noida for their great support throughout the buying experience. They worked fully throughout the peak of the pandemic. I hope that you found this review useful. Please do follow me on YouTube. My name is Arjun Kaul aka Lord. Stay safe and happy riding)
Arjun Kaul few weeks ago -
I bought this bike as my first bike and my review can be biased. The best thing about Yamaha R15 V3 is that you just can't get enough from a 155 cc, This bike is more than a 155 cc bike. Now talk about the pros and cons. According to me, this bike has the best performance among the 155cc, offering 19 bhp power and 14 torque. Another best thing is the variable valve actuation which helps a lot in delivering power in different rpm ratios. The look is truly based on the Yamaha R15 and looks just amazing. Now as everyone knows this bike has the mileage. I am getting 46-49kmpl by daily commuting which includes every type of drive. The features are also too good as you get a digital instrument console, which has a lot of pf information in it. This bike is a beast when comes to curves. I have upgraded my bike with 150/110 tyre sections in the rear and front. Now the confidence I get on curves is just unbelievable. Braking is very decent and never faced any issue with it. There are more pros than I have already mentioned, but the only cons which I think should be considered can be riding position, which is more aggressive and can be uncomfortable for long rides. But in the end, it doesn't matter, because when you want the thrill of a true sports bike. You know there is no comfort. I just love my bike.
Raevion V3 6 days ago -
I think according to me there is no any one bike to compete this in india or may be outside of india bcs its power, style , looks, specifications, mileage and overall performance , stability, reliability, and last bt not least its technology of japan so definitely win to good .. value for money bike and fully sport bike so i don't expect to comfort like tourer bike ..so before buying keep in mind these points and one thing its my opinion according to my experience with this bcs i love technology and sports bikes only ...
MD INTEKHAB few weeks ago -
When V3 launched I thought there is no difference between the V2 but that's wrong there is lot of difference like bike body, headlight, digital screen meter, comfortable seat (including rider and rear). Actually the main thing I love the control of this bike and engine sound when you reach above 80 kmpl it's sounds like a beast and even you go upto 157 to 160 kmpl on this bike. Another thing is riding comfortable and I never get bored riding the Yamaha R15 V3.
Vishwanatha Gowda few weeks ago -
Excellent drive, Com-portable, Safe and spreade.Skooty is safe for female service holder.Skooty is not available accident of other vehicle.It is to move one place of other place.It's not influence of air or environmental pollution.We are not tried to drive skooty.It is very important of service lady.Because there is not available vechicle in road so.
Kana Rani 1 week ago
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