Here’s How The New MT-15 Fares Against The Baby Duke
- by Aamir Momin
- Apr 13, 2022
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While there is a clear displacement difference, how do they compare against each other with respect to features?
Yamaha has finally updated its popular naked motorcycle, the MT-15 in India. The MT-15 Version 2.0 locks horns with the KTM 125 Duke, and before you make any buying decisions, here is how these bikes clash in terms of specifications.
Engine
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Specifications |
Yamaha MT-15 V2.0 |
KTM 125 Duke |
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Engine |
155cc, single-cylinder, liquid-cooled engine |
124.7cc, single-cylinder, liquid-cooled engine |
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Power |
18.4PS @ 10,000rpm |
15PS @ 9,250rpm |
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Torque |
14.1Nm @ 7,500rpm |
12Nm @ 8,000rpm |
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Gearbox |
six-speed |
six-speed |
Out of the two, the Yamaha MT-15 V2.0 is clearly the more powerful bike with a bigger displacement engine producing more power. The MT-15 uses the same engine as the Yamaha R15 V4 and gets variable valve actuation (VVA) tech that offers a good power and torque throughout the rev range. Even in terms of power to weight ratio, the MT-15 wins the cake with a kerb weight of just 139kg, which should make it more agile and manoeuvrable as compared to the 125 Duke with a kerb weight of 159kg.
Underpinnings
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Specifications |
Yamaha MT-15 V2.0 |
KTM 125 Duke |
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Frame |
Deltabox |
Trellis |
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Front suspension |
USD fork |
WP USD fork |
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Rear suspension |
Linked monoshock |
WP monoshock |
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Front brake |
282mm Disc with single-channel ABS |
300mm Disc with radial calliper and ABS |
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Rear brake |
220mm disc |
230mm disc |
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Front tyre |
100/80 - 17 |
110/70-17 |
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Rear tyre |
140/70R-17 |
150/60-17 |
Just like the KTM 125 Duke, the 2022 MT-15 gets a USD fork up front, unlike its predecessor, which should improve the riding dynamics of the bike. The baby Duke gets radially mounted callipers, which theoretically will offer a better braking performance. With thicker rear tyres, the Duke should also be able to offer better cornering confidence. Both bikes are equipped with a single-channel ABS.
Dimensions
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Specifications |
Yamaha MT-15 V2.0 |
KTM 125 Duke |
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Wheelbase |
1325mm |
NA |
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Ground clearance |
170mm |
155mm |
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Fuel tank capacity |
10-litres |
11-litres |
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Seat height |
810mm |
822mm |
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Kerb weight |
139kg |
159kg |
The Yamaha MT-15 Version 2.0 gets a shorter seat height as compared to the baby Duke. That, coupled with the light kerb weight should make the bike more convenient and accessible to shorter riders. The MT-15 also gets a really generous ground clearance which is an added advantage on Indian roads.
In terms of features, both bikes get a digital instrument cluster displaying different kinds of information. The MT-15 Version 2.0, however, features a Bluetooth-enabled cluster and shows call, e-mail and SMS alerts and maintenance reminders, something that the 125 Duke misses out on.
Price & Verdict
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Yamaha MT-15 V2.0 |
KTM 125 Duke |
|
Rs 1,59,900 |
Rs 1,70,630 |
(all prices ex-showroom Delhi)
With a more affordable price tag, better power figures and slightly more features, the Yamaha MT-15 V2.0 makes for a more attractive package as compared to its Austrian rival. However, additions such as a turn-by-turn navigation, dual-channel ABS and a quickshifter would have made the MT-15 V2.0 a much more wholesome package.