Kawasaki Vulcan S vs KTM RC 200

Last Updated: October 8, 2026

KTM RC 200 price starts at Rs. 2.33 Lakh, which is Rs. 5.90 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of Kawasaki Vulcan S, priced at Rs. 8.23 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the Vulcan S offers a claimed 20.58 kmpl, while the RC 200 delivers 35 kmpl. On the performance front, the Vulcan S uses a 649cc engine producing 61 PS @ 7500 rpm and the RC 200 a 199.5cc engine producing 25 PS @ 10000 rpm. If you're deciding between the Vulcan S and RC 200, the RC 200 is the better pick for affordability and mileage, while the Vulcan S stands out for performance.

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Vulcan S vs RC 200 Comparison Summary

Specification Kawasaki Vulcan SKTM RC 200
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 8.23 LakhRs. 2.33 Lakh
Mileage 20.58 kmpl35 kmpl
Engine 649 cc199.5 cc
Max power 61 PS @ 7500 rpm25 PS @ 10000 rpm
Kerb weight 235 Kg160 Kg

Vulcan S vs RC 200 Key Highlights

Basic Info Kawasaki Vulcan S STDKTM RC 200 STD
Rating
16 reviews
148 reviews
Brand Name Kawasaki KTM
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 8.23 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 2.33 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, parallel twin, DOHC Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled, DOHC, FI Engine
Max Power 61 PS @ 7500 rpm 25 PS @ 10000 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Kawasaki Vulcan S Colors
KTM RC 200 Colors
Wheel Size Front :-457.2 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm 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 Analogue Digital
EMI
Rs. 22,534 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 6,366 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 29,831 Vulcan S Insurance Rs. 12,600 RC 200 Insurance
Brochure N/A
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Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
4
4
Claimed Top Speed
186 kmph
140 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Engine Type
Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, parallel twin, DOHC
Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled, DOHC, FI Engine
Engine Displacement
649 cc
199.5 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
61 PS @ 7500 rpm
25 PS @ 10000 rpm
Max Torque
61 Nm @ 6600 rpm
19.2 Nm @ 8000 rpm
Bore
83 mm
72 mm
Stroke
60 mm
49 mm
Number Of Cylinders
2
1
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
Digital
Contactless, Controlled, Fully Electronic Ignition System With Digital Ignition Timing Adjustment
Compression Ratio
10.8:1
11.3:1

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

Mileage (Overall)
20.58 kmpl
35 kmpl
0-100 Kmph (sec)
5.83s
Not Available
Braking 60-0 km/h
16.38m
Not Available
Average Speed
Not Available
Yes
City Mileage (Tested)
20.58 kmpl
35 kmpl
Highway Mileage (Tested)
24.37 kmpl
35 kmpl
Braking 80-0 km/h
28.04m
Not Available
Braking 100-0 km/h
44.09m
Not Available
Roll-ons 30-70 kmph (3rd Gear)
3.48s
Not Available
Roll-ons 40-80 kmph (4th Gear)
4.13s
Not Available
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Suspension-Front
Ø41 mm, Telescopic Fork, Wheel Travel - 130 mm
WP Apex USD forks, 43 mm diameter
Suspension-Rear
Offset Laydown Single-Shock, Linkage Equipped, With Adjustable Preload, Wheel Travel - 80 mm
WP Apex Monoshock, 10 step adjustable

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
32 psi
29 psi
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
32 psi
29 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
36 psi
29 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
36 psi
32 psi
Tyre Size
Front :-120/70-18 Rear :-160/60-17
Front :-110/70 - 17, Rear :-150/60 - 17
Wheel Size
Front :-457.2 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Radial Tyre
Not Available
Yes
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Dry Weight
221 kg
Not Available
Seat height
705 mm
835 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
2.1 L
1.5 L
Length*Width*Height
2310*855*1090 mm3
Not Available
Wheelbase
1575 mm
1341 mm
Length
2310 mm
Not Available
Ground Clearance
130 mm
158 mm
Height
1090 mm
Not Available
Width
855 mm
Not Available
Fuel Tank Capacity
14 L
13.7 L
Kerb Weight
235 Kg
160 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
300 mm
320 mm
Rear Brake Size
250 mm
230 mm

Call/SMS Alerts
Not Available
Yes
USB charging port
Not Available
Yes
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
Not Available
12V / 8AH
Projector head light
Not Available
Yes

Cruise Control
Yes
Not Available
Frame Type
Tubular Diamond
Split-Trellis frame (Tubular), Newly Engineered Bolt-On Subframe
Digital Display Type
LCD
LCD
Malfunction Indicator
Yes
Yes
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Pillion Seat
Yes
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Not Available
Yes
Calls and Messaging
Not Available
Yes
Navigation assist
Not Available
Yes
Riding Modes
Not Available
Yes
Traction Control
Yes
Not Available
Kill Switch
Yes
Yes
Low battery alert
Yes
Yes
No. of Tripmeters
2
2
Engine Temperature Indicator
Yes
Yes
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Yes
Additional Features/Information
K-ACT (Kawasaki Advanced Coactive-braking Technology)
Supermoto ABS
Windscreen
Not Available
Yes
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Yes
Average Fuel Economy Indicator
Yes
Yes
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Distance To Empty
Yes
Yes
Side Stand Warning
Not Available
Yes
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Cruiser Bikes
Sports Bikes
Body Graphics
Not Available
Yes
Instrument Console Type
Analogue and Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Not Available
Bluetooth
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Split
Split
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Speedometer
Analogue
Digital
Tachometer
Not Available
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Digital
Yes
Low Battery Indicator
Yes
Yes
Stepup Seat
Yes
Not Available
Low Oil Indicator
Yes
Yes
Passenger Backrest
Yes
Not Available
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Not Available
Yes
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Yes
Saree Guard
Yes
Yes
Shift Light
Yes
Yes
Hazard Light Switch
Not Available
Yes

1st Service
1000 Kms
1000 Kms/45 Days
2nd Service
6000 Kms
8500 Kms/150 Days
3rd Service
12000 Kms
16000 Kms/240 Days
4th Service
18000 Kms/24000 Days
Not Available
Air Filter Service Cost
Not Available
No
Spark Plug Service Cost
Not Available
No

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
KTM RC 200
  • Sharp but forgiving handling; Meatier torque band aids overall driveability; More accessible ergonomics makes for a better all-rounder
KTM RC 200
  • Tyres lack edge grip, letting down the otherwise great handling package; It is a bit pricey; The edgy design is quite polarising

Is Kawasaki Vulcan S Better Than KTM RC 200?

100% users have chosen Kawasaki Vulcan S over KTM RC 200 in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 350 users have also rated Kawasaki Vulcan S and KTM RC 200 on some really important factors like Mileage , performance, comfort, safety etc. and have given their personal opinions about these bikes.
As per the users experiences Kawasaki Vulcan S is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for comfort and features in your bike. But KTM RC 200 is better on the grounds of mileage, performance and maintenance.
Before making your decision you should also consider the unbiased and thorough analysis of these bikes on every aspect by our auto experts who have summarised the analysis in pros, cons and final conclusion..

Ratings Factor RC 200 Vulcan S
Mileage 3.7 3.9
Performance 4.4 4.5
Comfort 4.6 4.2
Maintenance 3.6 3.7
Features 4.6 4.4
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Recently Asked User Questions

Q. I am planning to buy my first bike. My shortlisted choices are very small Vulcan S650 and Versys 650. Considering Indian road conditions, which bike would you recommend me? My budget is around 6.5 lakhs INR. Any other options are also welcome.
  • Yes..
  • Yes.. You can either install an Aftermarket exhaust or get ‘fork raisers’ installed.. Since I live in Bengaluru where cops seem to be very strict about aftermarket exhausts ( and also due to these exhausts being very expensive ), I got ‘fork raisers’ installed which raise the frame by a couple of inches thereby increasing the ground clearance by about an inch..Note that these fork raisers are not some standard accessories you can buy.. These were fabricated and installed at a workshop owned by a member of one of the riding clubs, so you need to check if such fabrication and installation can be done by someone in your city..
  • Hi Sathish, I am also planning to buy Vulcan s but due to GC problem I am not getting sure about this. Can we increase Ground Clearance of vulcan s?
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Q. Kawasaki Vulcan S or Harley Davidson Street 750, What would be the best option to pick?
  • Kawasaki's engines and technology are more refined and advanced than Harley's. I picked a Vulcan instead of Street.

Kawasaki Vulcan S Vs KTM RC 200 FAQs

Which bike is best between Kawasaki Vulcan S vs KTM RC 200?
As per the users experiences Kawasaki Vulcan S is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for comfort and features in your bike. But KTM RC 200 is better on the grounds of mileage, performance and maintenance.
Which bike is cheaper Kawasaki Vulcan S vs KTM RC 200?
The KTM RC 200 is cheaper than Kawasaki Vulcan S by ₹5.90 Lakh.
Which bike offers better performance Kawasaki Vulcan S vs KTM RC 200?
For the STD version, 649 cc Petrol engine of Vulcan S produces 61 PS @ 7500 rpm of power and 61 Nm @ 6600 rpm of torque. Whereas for the STD version, 199.5 cc Petrol engine of RC 200 produces 25 PS @ 10000 rpm of power and 19.2 Nm @ 8000 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the Kawasaki Vulcan S has better performance.

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