KTM RC 125 vs Royal Enfield Thunderbird 350

Last Updated: September 16, 2026

Royal Enfield Thunderbird 350 price starts at Rs. 1.57 Lakh, which is Rs. 35,137 cheaper than the base variant of KTM RC 125, priced at Rs. 1.92 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the RC 125 offers a claimed 41 kmpl, while the Thunderbird 350 delivers 40 kmpl. On the performance front, the RC 125 uses a 124.7cc engine producing 14.5 PS @ 9250 rpm and the Thunderbird 350 a 346cc engine producing 20.07 PS @ 5250 rpm. If you're deciding between the RC 125 and Thunderbird 350, the Thunderbird 350 is the better pick for affordability and performance, while the RC 125 stands out for mileage.

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RC 125 vs Thunderbird 350 Comparison Summary

Specification KTM RC 125Royal Enfield Thunderbird 350
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 1.92 LakhRs. 1.57 Lakh
Mileage 41 kmpl40 kmpl
Engine 124.7 cc346 cc
Max power 14.5 PS @ 9250 rpm20.07 PS @ 5250 rpm
Top speed 120 kmphNot Available
Kerb weight 160 KgNot Available

RC 125 vs Thunderbird 350 Key Highlights

Basic Info KTM RC 125 STDRoyal Enfield Thunderbird 350 ABS
Rating
83 reviews
211 reviews
Brand Name KTM Royal Enfield
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 1.92 Lakh Rs. 1.57 Lakh
Engine Type Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled, DOHC, FI Engine Single Cylinder, 4 stroke, Twinspark, Air cooled
Max Power 14.5 PS @ 9250 rpm 20.07 PS @ 5250 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Mileage (ARAI) 41 kmpl 40 kmpl
Wheel Size Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-457.2 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Spoke
ABS Dual Channel Dual Channel
Starting Self Start Only Kick and Self Start
Speedometer Digital Digital
Insurance Not Available Not Available
Brochure N/A N/A

Engine Type
Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled, DOHC, FI Engine
Single Cylinder, 4 stroke, Twinspark, Air cooled
Engine Displacement
124.7 cc
346 cc
Gear Box
Not Available
5 Speed
Max Power
14.5 PS @ 9250 rpm
20.07 PS @ 5250 rpm
Max Torque
12 Nm @ 8000 rpm
28 Nm @ 4000 rpm
Emission Type
bs6-2.0
bs4
Bore
58 mm
70 mm
Stroke
47.2 mm
90 mm
Number Of Cylinders
1
1
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Valve Per Cylinder
Not Available
2
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
Not Available
Transistorized Coil Ignition
Compression Ratio
12.8:1
8.5:1

Mileage (Overall)
41 kmpl
Not Available
Mileage (ARAI)
41 kmpl
40 kmpl
Top Speed
120 kmph
Not Available
Fuel Gauge
Not Available
Digital

Suspension-Front
Not Available
Telescopic Forks
Chassis
Not Available
Single Downtube, Using Engine As Stressed Member
Suspension-Rear
Not Available
Twin gas charged shock absorbers with 5-step adjustable preload

Tyre Size
Not Available
Front :-90/90-19 Rear :-120/80-18
Peak Power
14.5 PS @ 9250 rpm
Not Available
Wheel Size
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-457.2 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tube
Radial Tyre
Yes
Not Available
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Spoke
Optimum Tyre pressure (Rider)
Not Available
20 psi

Seat height
835 mm
Not Available
Length*Width*Height
Not Available
2060*790*1205
Wheelbase
Not Available
1350 mm
Length
Not Available
2060 mm
Ground Clearance
158 mm
135 mm
Height
Not Available
1205 mm
Width
Not Available
790 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
13.7 Liters
20 L
Kerb Weight
160 Kg
Not Available
Tail Light
LED
LED
Saddle Height
835 mm
Not Available
Front Brake Size
320 mm
280 mm
Rear Brake Size
230 mm
240 mm

Battery Type
Lead Acid
Not Available
Additional Features
Supermoto ABS, Lubrication - Forced, Wet sump, Sub Frame - Newly engineered bolt-on subframe, View Gear Position in Display, Set Your Shift & Rpm, View DTE, Averegr Speed, Fuel Consumption
Not Available
Headlight
Halogen
Not Available
Pilot Lamps
LED Pilot Lamps
Not Available
LED Tail Lights
Not Available
Yes
Turn Signal Lamp
LED
Bulb

Frame Type
Split-Trellis frame (Tubular)
Not Available
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Sports Bikes
Cruiser Bikes, Tourer Bikes
Body Graphics
Yes
Not Available
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Not Available
Starting
Self Start Only
Kick and Self Start
Seat Type
Split
Split
Pass Beam Switch
Not Available
Yes
Display
New LCD Dash Display
Not Available
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Tachometer
Not Available
Analogue
Tripmeter
Digital
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Not Available
Yes
Stepup Seat
Not Available
Yes
Low Oil Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Passenger Footrest
Yes
Yes
Projector Headlights
Not Available
Yes
Passenger Backrest
Not Available
Yes
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Air Cooled
Console
Not Available
Analogue and Digital
Odometer
Digital
Analogue
DRLs
Yes
Not Available

Air Filter Service Cost
Not Available
No
Air Filter Service Frequency
KTM RC 125
Not Available
Spark Plug Service Cost
Not Available
No

Standard Warranty (Years)
Not Available
Yes
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
Not Available
10000

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
KTM RC 125
  • Slightly more ergonomic than before, Larger seat, Excellent handling
Royal Enfield Thunderbird 350
  • Features, Laidback riding stance, Handling, Silent exhaust note
KTM RC 125
  • Rather expensive for a bike with so little power
Royal Enfield Thunderbird 350
  • Weight makes the engine feel lethargic, No ABS, Suspension on the firmer side
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Recently Asked User Questions

Q. Which bike would be better to go for 100 km daily?
  • You daily raid classic 350 and standard 350
  • If you have 50%+ distance with high traffic go for any light bike on which I have no experience. But anything below that Royal Enfield Thunderbird 350 is the best option, your back and shoulders will be grateful to you forever but of course if KMPL is not a concern. I do 50 KM daily on my TB, feels like nothing until heavy traffic.
  • If it's a city then go for yamaha fz, Suzuki Gixxer, Bajaj Avenger these will be suitable for city commuting.when it's between the highways, go for R.E Himalayan, desert storm
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Q. I am planning to buy Royal Enfield Thunderbird 350. What are the major differences between 350 and 500?
  • Maintenance, and technical issues are less in 350 good resale value available
  • Mileage & Pickup
  • Just a waste of money, better go for some other premium bikes if you can afford much.orelse go for yamaha or Bajaj , R.E just turned out as a piece of s**t
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Q. I want to ask which is the best bike for daily 60km ride daily? Confused between a Thunderbird and Avenger 220. The issue is I found a lot of vibrations in Tthunderbird any other suggestion is welcome.
  • Thunderbird gives you 30 kmpl and Avenger gives you 35 kmplMy suggestion is you go for Bajaj ct100 or Platina bcoz the mileage both of them gives you 70kmpl When the petrol prices are go high daily
  • Depends on your height
  • Only commuting go for unicorn 150...commuting with style ..gixxer 150 ..brand fz or mt.from Yamaha.. if you need to buy a royal Enfield only go for Thunderbird 350x..why not wait for KTM 390 adventure if you need to get lost while commuting through off roads..good luck
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KTM RC 125 Vs Royal Enfield Thunderbird 350 FAQs

Which bike is best between KTM RC 125 vs Royal Enfield Thunderbird 350?
As per the users experiences KTM RC 125 is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for maintenance in your bike. But Royal Enfield Thunderbird 350 is better on the grounds of performance, comfort and features. On the basis of mileage user have rated both the bikes equally.
Which bike is cheaper KTM RC 125 vs Royal Enfield Thunderbird 350?
The Royal Enfield Thunderbird 350 is cheaper than KTM RC 125 by ₹35,137.
Which bike offers better performance KTM RC 125 vs Royal Enfield Thunderbird 350?
For the STD version, 124.7 cc Petrol engine of RC 125 produces 14.5 PS @ 9250 rpm of power and 12 Nm @ 8000 rpm of torque. Whereas for the ABS version, 346 cc Petrol engine of Thunderbird 350 produces 20.07 PS @ 5250 rpm of power and 28 Nm @ 4000 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the KTM RC 125 has better performance.

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