KTM RC 160 vs Yamaha R15S

Last Updated: September 9, 2026

Yamaha R15S price starts at Rs. 1.59 Lakh, which is Rs. 41,141 cheaper than the base variant of KTM RC 160, priced at Rs. 2.00 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the RC 160 offers a claimed 36 kmpl, while the R15S delivers 40 kmpl. On the performance front, the RC 160 uses a 164.2cc engine producing 19 PS @ 9500 rpm and the R15S a 155cc engine producing 18.4 PS @ 10000 rpm. If you're deciding between the RC 160 and R15S, the R15S is the better pick for affordability and mileage, while the RC 160 stands out for performance.

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RC 160 vs R15S Comparison Summary

Specification KTM RC 160Yamaha R15S
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 2.00 LakhRs. 1.59 Lakh
Mileage 36 kmpl40 kmpl
Engine 164.2 cc155 cc
Max power 19 PS @ 9500 rpm18.4 PS @ 10000 rpm
Kerb weight 155 Kg142 Kg

RC 160 vs R15S Key Highlights

Basic Info KTM RC 160 STDYamaha R15S STD
Rating
1 review
1296 reviews
Brand Name KTM Yamaha
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 2.00 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 1.59 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type 4 Stroke, Single Cylinder, SOHC, Internal Combustion Engine Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, SOHC, 4-valve
Max Power 19 PS @ 9500 rpm 18.4 PS @ 10000 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
KTM RC 160 Colors
Yamaha R15S Colors
Wheel Size Front :-431.8 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 Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 5,484 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 4,585 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 12,058 RC 160 Insurance Rs. 11,367 R15S Insurance
Brochure
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Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
Not Available
4
Claimed Top Speed
118 kmph
144 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Flex Fuel Blend
Not Available
E20
Engine Type
4 Stroke, Single Cylinder, SOHC, Internal Combustion Engine
Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, SOHC, 4-valve
Engine Displacement
164.2 cc
155 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
19 PS @ 9500 rpm
18.4 PS @ 10000 rpm
Max Torque
15.5 Nm @ 7500 rpm
14.2 Nm @ 7500 rpm
Bore
66 mm
58 mm
Stroke
48 mm
58.7 mm
Number Of Cylinders
1
1
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Electronic Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
Inductive
TCI (Transistor controlled ignition)
Compression Ratio
11.97:1
11.6:1

Front Brake
Disc
Disc
Rear Brake
Disc
Disc
Front Caliper
Not Available
2 Piston
Rear Caliper
Not Available
1 Piston

Mileage (Overall)
36 kmpl
40 kmpl
Power to Weight Ratio
0.12
Not Available
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Suspension-Front
WP APEX USD forks, 37 mm diameter, Travel - 130 mm
Telescopic fork
Suspension-Rear
Canister Monoshock, 6 step Adjustable, Travel - 165 mm
Monocross (link suspension)

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
Not Available
29 psi
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
Not Available
29 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
Not Available
33 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
Not Available
33 psi
Tyre Size
Front :-110/70-17, , Rear :-140/60-17
Front :-100/80-17 Rear :-140/70-17
Wheel Size
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Make
MRF
Not Available
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Radial Tyre
Not Available
Yes
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Dry Weight
148 kg
Not Available
Seat height
830 mm
815 mm
Load carrying capacity
150 kg
Not Available
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
Not Available
2.2 L
Gross Weight
305 kg
Not Available
Engine Oil Capacity
1.4 L
Not Available
Length*Width*Height
1965*701*1150 mm3
1990*725*1135 mm3
Wheelbase
1347 mm
1325 mm
Length
1965 mm
1990 mm
Ground Clearance
168 mm
170 mm
Height
1150 mm
1135 mm
Width
701 mm
725 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
13.7 L
11 L
Kerb Weight
155 Kg
142 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
320 mm
282 mm
Rear Brake Size
230 mm
220 mm

Call/SMS Alerts
Yes
Not Available
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
12V / 8AH
12V / 4AH

Frame Type
Split-Trellis Frame (Tubular), (Sub Frame - Newly engineered bolt-on subframe)
Deltabox
Digital Display Type
LCD
LCD
Malfunction Indicator
Yes
Yes
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Pillion Seat
Yes
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Yes
Calls and Messaging
Yes
Not Available
Navigation assist
Yes
Not Available
Riding Modes
Off-Road,Super Moto
Not Available
Kill Switch
Yes
Yes
No. of Tripmeters
Not Available
2
Engine Temperature Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Not Available
Variable Valve Actuation (VVA)
Windscreen
Yes
Not Available
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Yes
Average Fuel Economy Indicator
Not Available
Yes
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Distance To Empty
Yes
Not Available
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Not Available
Handlebar type
Split handle bar
Not Available
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Sports Bikes
Sports Bikes
Body Graphics
Yes
Yes
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth
Not Available
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Split
Single
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Tachometer
Digital
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Yes
Yes
Low Oil Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Yes
Not Available
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Saree Guard
Yes
Yes
Shift Light
Not Available
Yes

1st Service
Not Available
1000 Kms/30 Days
2nd Service
Not Available
5000 Kms/150 Days
3rd Service
Not Available
9000 Kms/270 Days
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
KTM RC 160
  • Sporty, race-focused styling
  • Powerful and high-revving engine
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 160
  • Narrow pillion seat
  • No traction control
Yamaha R15S
  • Fit and finish levels could have been better, The LED headlight isn’t bright enough and fails to illuminate the road properly
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Recently Asked User Questions

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KTM RC 160 Vs Yamaha R15S FAQs

Which bike is best between KTM RC 160 vs Yamaha R15S?
KTM RC 160 has out rated Yamaha R15S on all the rating factors.
Which bike is cheaper KTM RC 160 vs Yamaha R15S?
The Yamaha R15S is cheaper than KTM RC 160 by ₹41,141.
Which bike offers better performance KTM RC 160 vs Yamaha R15S?
For the STD version, 164.2 cc Petrol engine of RC 160 produces 19 PS @ 9500 rpm of power and 15.5 Nm @ 7500 rpm of torque. Whereas for the STD version, 155 cc Petrol engine of R15S produces 18.4 PS @ 10000 rpm of power and 14.2 Nm @ 7500 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the KTM RC 160 has better performance.

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