Rugged G1 vs Yamaha MT-03

Last Updated: August 31, 2026

Rugged G1 price starts at Rs. 78,498, which is Rs. 2.51 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of Yamaha MT-03, priced at Rs. 3.30 Lakh. In terms of efficiency, the MT-03 returns a claimed 26.31 kmpl, while the G1 offers a claimed 80-160 km/charge. On the performance front, the G1 uses a 1.9Kwh battery and the MT-03 a 321cc engine producing 42 PS @ 10750 rpm. If you're deciding between the G1 and MT-03, the G1 is the better pick for affordability and a lighter kerb weight.

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G1 vs MT-03 Comparison Summary

Specification Rugged G1Yamaha MT-03
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 78,498Rs. 3.30 Lakh
Mileage / Range 80-160 km/charge26.31 kmpl
Engine / Battery 1.9 Kwh321 cc
Max power / Motor Not Available42 PS @ 10750 rpm
Kerb weight 102 Kg167 Kg

G1 vs MT-03 Key Highlights

Basic Info Rugged G1 STDYamaha MT-03 STD
Rating
1 review
63 reviews
Brand Name Rugged Yamaha
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 78,498 Check On Road Price Rs. 3.30 Lakh
Engine Type Not Available 4-stroke, Liquid-cooled, DOHC, 4-valves
Max Power Not Available 42 PS @ 10750 rpm
Fuel Type Electric Petrol
Colors
Rugged G1 Colors
Braking Type Combi Brake System Not Available
Wheel Size Front :-355.6 mm,Rear :-355.6 mm Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Alloy
Range 80-160 km/charge Not Available
Charging Time 4 Hr Not Available
ABS Not Available Dual Channel
Starting Push Button Start Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
Running Cost Rs. 0.15/km Rs. 3.80/km
Insurance Rs. 18,982 G1 Insurance Not Available
Brochure N/A N/A

Spark Plugs
Not Available
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
Not Available
2
Claimed Top Speed
75 km/Hr
170 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
Not Available
bs6.2
Flex Fuel Blend
Not Available
E20
Motor Waterproofing Rating
IP67
Not Available
Engine Type
Not Available
4-stroke, Liquid-cooled, DOHC, 4-valves
Engine Displacement
Not Available
321 cc
Gear Box
Not Available
6 Speed
No. Of Batteries
1
Not Available
Max Power
Not Available
42 PS @ 10750 rpm
Max Torque
Not Available
29.5 Nm @ 9000 rpm
Bore
Not Available
68 mm
Stroke
Not Available
44.1 mm
Number Of Cylinders
Not Available
2
Drive Type
Not Available
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Not Available
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Electric
Petrol
Ignition
Not Available
TCI
Compression Ratio
Not Available
11.2 : 1

Front Brake
Disc
Disc
Rear Brake
Drum
Disc
Front Caliper
Not Available
2 Piston
Rear Caliper
Not Available
1 Piston
Braking Type
Combi Brake System
Not Available

Mileage (Overall)
Not Available
26.31 kmpl
Fuel Gauge
Not Available
Digital

Suspension-Front
Leading link w/anti dive
Telescopic Upside Down Forks (USD Forks), 37 mm Inner Tube
Suspension-Rear
4-point adjustable shock absorber
Swingarm

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
Not Available
29 psi
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
Not Available
29 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
Not Available
36 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
Not Available
36 psi
Tyre Size
Front :-120/70 R14, Rear :- 120/70 R14
Front :-110/70-17 Rear :- 140/70-17
Wheel Size
Front :-355.6 mm,Rear :-355.6 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

Seat height
Not Available
780 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
Not Available
2.8 L
Length*Width*Height
Not Available
2090*755*1070 mm3
Wheelbase
1350 mm
1380 mm
Length
Not Available
2090 mm
Ground Clearance
175 mm
160 mm
Height
Not Available
1070 mm
Width
850 mm
755 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
Not Available
14 L
Kerb Weight
102 Kg
167 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
Not Available
298 mm
Rear Brake Size
Not Available
220 mm

Battery Type
Li-ion
Not Available
Motor Type
BLDC
Not Available
Motor Power
1.5 kW
Not Available
Claimed range
80-160 km/charge
Not Available
Anti-theft alert
Yes
Not Available
Conventional Charging Time
4 Hours
Not Available
Range (Mode 1)
160 km/charge
Not Available
Range (Mode 3)
135 km/charge
Not Available
Range
80-160 km/charge
Not Available
Headlight
LED
LED
Charging at Home
Yes
Not Available
Battery Capacity
1.9 Kwh
12V / 7AH
Projector head light
Not Available
Yes
Charging Time
4 Hr
Not Available

Frame Type
Not Available
Diamond
Digital Display Type
Not Available
LCD
Malfunction Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Pillion Seat
Not Available
Yes
Kill Switch
Not Available
Yes
Low battery alert
Not Available
Yes
No. of Tripmeters
Not Available
2
Engine Temperature Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Rear Footpegs
Not Available
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Not Available
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Swappable battery, Portable battery with Water-resistant system, Peak power - 3000 W
Not Available
Gear Position Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Average Fuel Economy Indicator
Not Available
Yes
ABS Type
Not Available
Dual Channel
ABS
Not Available
Dual Channel
Body Type
Electric Scooters, Moped Scooters
Sports Naked Bikes, Sports Bikes
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Starting
Push Button Start
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Single
Split
Pass Beam Switch
Not Available
Yes
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Tachometer
Not Available
Digital
Gradeability
16°
Not Available
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Not Available
Yes
Clock
Not Available
Yes
Low Battery Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Low Oil Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Cooling System
Not Available
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Not Available
Digital
Service Due Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Shift Light
Not Available
Yes
Hazard Light Switch
Not Available
Yes

1st Service
Not Available
1000 Kms / 2 Months
2nd Service
Not Available
10000 Kms / 6 Months
3rd Service
Not Available
20000 Kms / 1 Year

Vehicle Warranty
Not Available
2 Years or 30,000 Km
Standard Warranty (Years)
Not Available
2
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
Not Available
30000

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Yamaha MT-03
  • Looks aggressive and muscular, Engine offers good refinement and smooth power delivery, The light weight and low seat height makes the MT-03 a very approachable motorcycle
Yamaha MT-03
  • Engine lacks outright punch to make this a fun motorcycle in the city, Lack of features makes it a bit too old-fashioned in the segment, Being a direct import, prices will be high
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Recently Asked User Questions

Q. Difference between the variants?
  • The G1 claims to offer an 80km range whereas the G1 claims 160km. The only difference between the two variants is the availability of an extra battery pack for the latter.
Q. Which would be better in price and performance between Yamaha MT 03, KTM Duke390 and BMW G310R?
  • Go for duke 390 because low maintenance cost but bad mileage and it has super top speed I have crossed 170 and its 2020 model
Q. I wish to buy a street bike. I’m short and I have selected 4 bikes. I am single so I need to pick my mother and father may be, so which bike is good for a pillion rider? My dream bikes are BMW G310R, Honda CB300R, Benelli TNT 300 or Yamaha MT 03.
  • Blindly go for triumph speed 440 , if you are not short i would have recommended triumph scram 400x....these two are loaded with every features and best bikes with amazing and unbelievably cheap exshowroom price
  • Hi , are the parts reliable enough to pass on the bike to next generation?
  • Don't go for Benali... Spares not available. You can Trust Yamaha & Honda. BMW service cost is to high... No free service. Minimum service cost starts rs.6000/-
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Rugged G1 Vs Yamaha MT-03 FAQs

Which bike is best between Rugged G1 vs Yamaha MT-03?
As per the users experiences Rugged G1 is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for mileage, performance, comfort and maintenance in your bike. But Yamaha MT-03 is better on the grounds of features.
Which bike is cheaper Rugged G1 vs Yamaha MT-03?
The Rugged G1 is cheaper than Yamaha MT-03 by ₹2.51 Lakh.
Which bike offers better performance Rugged G1 vs Yamaha MT-03?
As per the users experiences the Rugged G1 has better performance.

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