Kawasaki KLX230R S vs Yamaha MT 15 Version 2.0

Last Updated: September 3, 2026

Yamaha MT 15 Version 2.0 price starts at Rs. 1.68 Lakh, which is Rs. 11,000 cheaper than the base variant of Kawasaki KLX230R S, priced at Rs. 1.79 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the KLX230R S offers a claimed 14 kmpl, while the MT 15 Version 2.0 delivers 56.87 kmpl. On the performance front, the KLX230R S uses a 233cc engine producing 20 PS @ 8000 rpm and the MT 15 Version 2.0 a 155cc engine producing 18.4 PS @ 10000 rpm. If you're deciding between the KLX230R S and MT 15 Version 2.0, the KLX230R S is the better pick for performance and a lighter kerb weight, while the MT 15 Version 2.0 stands out for affordability and mileage.

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KLX230R S vs MT 15 Version 2.0 Comparison Summary

Specification Kawasaki KLX230R SYamaha MT 15 Version 2.0
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 1.79 LakhRs. 1.68 Lakh
Mileage 14 kmpl56.87 kmpl
Engine 233 cc155 cc
Max power 20 PS @ 8000 rpm18.4 PS @ 10000 rpm
Kerb weight 129 Kg141 Kg

KLX230R S vs MT 15 Version 2.0 Key Highlights

Basic Info Kawasaki KLX230R S (2026)Yamaha MT 15 Version 2.0 Metallic Black
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Brand Name Kawasaki Yamaha
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 1.79 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 1.68 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Air-cooled, 4-stroke, single-cylinder, SOHC Liquid Cooled, 4-stroke, SOHC, 4-valve
Max Power 20 PS @ 8000 rpm 18.4 PS @ 10000 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Kawasaki KLX230R S Colors
Yamaha MT 15 Version 2.0 Colors
Wheel Size Front :-533.4 mm, Rear :-457.2 mm Front :-431.8 mm Rear :-431.8 mm inch
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Spoke Alloy
ABS Not Available Dual Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 5,157 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Rs. 4,840 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 11,700 KLX230R S Insurance Rs. 11,515 MT 15 Version 2.0 Insurance
Brochure
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Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
2
4
Claimed Top Speed
77 kmph
122 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Flex Fuel Blend
Not Available
E20
Engine Type
Air-cooled, 4-stroke, single-cylinder, SOHC
Liquid Cooled, 4-stroke, SOHC, 4-valve
Engine Displacement
233 cc
155 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
20 PS @ 8000 rpm
18.4 PS @ 10000 rpm
Max Torque
20.6 Nm @ 6000 rpm
14.1 Nm @ 7500 rpm
Bore
67 mm
58.0 mm
Stroke
66 mm
58.7 mm
Number Of Cylinders
1
1
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
Digital
Not Available
Compression Ratio
9.4:1
11.6 : 1

Front Brake
Disc
Disc
Rear Brake
Disc
Disc
Front Caliper
2 Piston
2 Piston
Rear Caliper
1 Piston
1 Piston

Mileage (Overall)
14 kmpl
56.87 kmpl
0-100 Kmph (sec)
Not Available
14.28s
Braking 60-0 km/h
Not Available
19.79m
City Mileage (Tested)
Not Available
56.87 kmpl
Highway Mileage (Tested)
Not Available
47.94 kmpl
Braking 80-0 km/h
Not Available
35.05m
Braking 100-0 km/h
Not Available
58.20m
Estimated Mileage
Not Available
45-50 kmpl
Roll-ons 30-70 kmph (3rd Gear)
Not Available
5.85s
Roll-ons 40-80 kmph (4th Gear)
Not Available
7.54s
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Rear Suspension Travel / Wheel Travel
223 mm
Not Available
Suspension-Front
Telescopic Fork
Telescopic Upside Down Front Fork, Dia. 37 mm
Suspension-Rear
Uni-Trak with spring preload adjustability
Linked Type Monocross Suspension

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
26 psi
32 psi
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
26 psi
32 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
33 psi
36 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
33 psi
39 psi
Tyre Size
Front :-2.75-21 Rear :-4.10-18
Front :-100/80-17 Rear :-140/70R-17
Wheel Size
Front :-533.4 mm, Rear :-457.2 mm
Front :-431.8 mm Rear :-431.8 mm inch
Tyre Type
Tube
Tubeless
Radial Tyre
Not Available
Yes
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Spoke
Alloy

Seat height
900 mm
810 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
Not Available
1.6 L
Length*Width*Height
2050*830*1180 mm3
2015*800*1070 mm3
Wheelbase
1370 mm
1325 mm
Length
2050 mm
2015 mm
Ground Clearance
270 mm
170 mm
Height
1180 mm
1070 mm
Width
830 mm
800 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
7.5 L
10 L
Kerb Weight
129 Kg
141 Kg
Tail Light
Not Available
LED
Front Brake Size
290 mm
282 mm
Rear Brake Size
230 mm
220 mm

Headlight
Not Available
LED
Battery Capacity
12V / 6AH
12V / 4AH
Projector head light
Not Available
Yes
Pilot Lamps
Not Available
Yes

Frame Type
Perimeter, high-tensile steel
Deltabox
Digital Display Type
Not Available
LCD
Malfunction Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Pillion Seat
Yes
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Not Available
Traction Control
Not Available
Yes
Kill Switch
Yes
Yes
Low battery alert
Yes
Not Available
Brightness Control
Not Available
Yes
No. of Tripmeters
2
2
Rear Footpegs
Not Available
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Not Available
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Not Available
Variable Valve Actuation (VVA)
Gear Position Indicator
Not Available
Yes
ABS Type
Not Available
Dual Channel
Side Stand Warning
Not Available
Yes
ABS
Not Available
Dual Channel
Body Type
Dirt Bikes, Off Road Bikes
Sports Naked Bikes, Sports Bikes
Body Graphics
Not Available
Yes
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Single
Split
Pass Beam Switch
Not Available
Yes
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Tachometer
Not Available
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Not Available
Yes
Low Battery Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Low Oil Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Cooling System
Air Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Saree Guard
Not Available
Yes
Shift Light
Not Available
Yes

1st Service
Not Available
1000 Kms / 1 Month
2nd Service
Not Available
5000 Kms / 5 Months
3rd Service
Not Available
9000 Kms / 9 Months
4th Service
Not Available
13000 Kms

Vehicle Warranty
2 Years or 30,000 Km
2 Years or 30,000 Km
Standard Warranty (Years)
2
2
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
30000
30000

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Kawasaki KLX230R S
  • At 129kg (kerb) the bike is quite light
  • Rider-friendly engine performance
  • The ground clearance quite high at 270mm
Yamaha MT 15 Version 2.0
  • A refined engine
  • Sporty handling, and nimble
  • Looks aggressive
Kawasaki KLX230R S
  • Gets the same suspension setup as the 2026 KLX230 with less wheel travel
Yamaha MT 15 Version 2.0
  • Lacks bottom end grunt
  • Stiff suspension
  • Pillion seat is not comfortable
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Recently Asked User Questions

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Kawasaki KLX230R S Vs Yamaha MT 15 Version 2.0 FAQs

Which bike is best between Kawasaki KLX230R S vs Yamaha MT 15 Version 2.0?
Kawasaki KLX230R S has out rated Yamaha MT 15 Version 2.0 on all the rating factors.
Which bike is cheaper Kawasaki KLX230R S vs Yamaha MT 15 Version 2.0?
The Yamaha MT 15 Version 2.0 is cheaper than Kawasaki KLX230R S by ₹11,000.
Which bike offers better performance Kawasaki KLX230R S vs Yamaha MT 15 Version 2.0?
For the (2026) version, 233 cc Petrol engine of KLX230R S produces 20 PS @ 8000 rpm of power and 20.6 Nm @ 6000 rpm of torque. Whereas for the Metallic Black version, 155 cc Petrol engine of MT 15 Version 2.0 produces 18.4 PS @ 10000 rpm of power and 14.1 Nm @ 7500 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the Kawasaki KLX230R S has better performance.

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