KTM RC 125 vs Yamaha YZF R15 V3

BikeWale brings you comparison of KTM RC 125 and Yamaha YZF R15 V3. The ex-showroom price of KTM RC 125 is ₹ 1,91,795 and Yamaha YZF R15 V3 is ₹ 1,58,299. KTM RC 125 is available in 2 colours and 1 variant and Yamaha YZF R15 V3 is available in 1 colour. Apart from prices, you can also find comparison of these bikes based on displacement, mileage, performance, and many more parameters. Comparison between these bikes have been carried out to help users make correct buying decision between KTM RC 125 and Yamaha YZF R15 V3.

KTM RC 125 vs Yamaha YZF R15 V3 Comparison Overview

Key Highlights	RC 125	YZF R15 V3
Price	₹ 1,91,795	₹ 1,58,299
Capacity	124.7 cc	155 cc
Power	14.34 bhp @ 9250 rpm	18.37 bhp @ 10000 rpm
Economy	37 kmpl	43 kmpl

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KTM

RC 125

Standard

₹ 1,91,795

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Yamaha

YZF R15 V3

Dual Channel ABS - BS VI

₹ 1,58,299

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KTM

RC 125

Standard

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YZF R15 V3

Dual Channel ABS - BS VI

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Specifications

Power & Performance

Max Power	14.34 bhp @ 9,250 rpm	18.37 bhp @ 10,000 rpm
Max Torque	12 Nm @ 8,000 rpm	14.1 Nm @ 8,500 rpm
Riding Range (km)	--	--
Top Speed (kmph)	120	--
Riding Modes		--
Transmission	6 Speed Manual	6 Speed Manual
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Displacement (cc)	124.7	155
Mileage - Owner Reported (kmpl)	37	43
Gear Shifting Pattern	1 Down 5 Up	1 Down 5 Up
Cylinders	1	1
Bore (mm)	58	58
Stroke (mm)	47.2	58.7
Valves Per Cylinder	4	4
Compression Ratio	12.8:1	11.6 : 1
Spark Plugs (Per Cylinder)	1	1
Cooling System	Liquid Cooled	Liquid Cooled
Clutch	Wet Multiplate	--
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)	13.7	11
Reserve Fuel Capacity (litres)	1.5	--
Emission Standard	BS6 Phase 2	BS6

Brakes, Wheels & Suspension

Front Suspension	WP APEX 43	Telescopic Fork
Rear Suspension	WP APEX Monoshock	Monocross (link suspension)
Braking System	Switchable ABS	Dual Channel ABS
Front Brake Type	Disc	Disc
Front Brake Size (mm)	320	282
Caliper - Front (Piston)	4	--
Rear Brake Type	Disc	Disc
Rear Brake Size (mm)	230	220
Caliper - Rear (Piston)	1	--
Wheel Type	Alloy	Alloy
Front Wheel Size (inch)	17	17
Rear Wheel Size (inch)	17	17
Front Tyre Size	110/70 - R17	100/80-17M/C 52P (Tubeless)
Rear Tyre Size	150/60 - R17	140/70-17M/C 66H (Tubeless)
Tyre Type	Tubeless	Tubeless
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider) (psi)	29	28
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider) (psi)	29	33
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) (psi)	29	28
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) (psi)	32	33

Dimensions & Chassis

Manufacturer Warranty
Service & Maintenance Schedule

Features

Instrument Cluster

Touch Screen Display		--
Instrument Console	Digital	--
Odometer	Digital	Digital
Speedometer	Digital	Digital
Hazard Warning Indicator		--
Average Speed		--
OTA Updates	Not Available	--
Call/SMS Alerts		--
Geo Fencing		--
Distance to Empty		--
Stand Alarm
No. of Tripmeters	2	2
Tripmeter Type	Digital	Digital
Low Battery Indicator
Clock
Fuel Gauge	Digital	Digital
Tachometer	Digital	Digital
Gear Indicator		--
Low Fuel Indicator
Low Oil Indicator
Service Reminder Indicator		--
Battery	12 V 8 AH VRLA	12 V, 4.0 Ah(10 HR)

Storage
Mobile App Connectivity
Light System
GPS & Charging
Switchgear
Pillion Comfort
Additional Features
Safety and Convenience

Colours

	Blue	Thunder Grey
	Black

User Reviews

Overall Rating

3.9/5

112 Ratings

4.7/5

2323 Ratings

Rating Parameters

3.6

Visual Appeal

4.8

Visual Appeal

2.8

Reliability

4.5

Reliability

3.7

Performance

4.8

Performance

3.1

Comfort

4.3

Comfort

3.3

Service Experience

4.4

Service Experience

3.6

Value for Money

4.5

Value for Money

Most Helpful Review

Lovely bike

Excellent seller, excellent bike excellent energy of engine, best looking excellent r

Useful bike for normal people

This bike has a very good design looks like a sports bike and is also very powerful.

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KTM RC 125 Comparison with Similar Bikes

Kerb Weight (kg)	160	142
Seat Height (mm)	824	815
Ground Clearance (mm)	158	170
Overall Length (mm)	1,977	1,990
Overall Width (mm)	--	725
Overall Height (mm)	--	1,135
Wheelbase (mm)	1,341	1,325
Chassis Type	Steel trellis frame, powder coated	Deltabox

DRLs (Daytime Running Lights)
Headlight Type	Halogen Bulb	--
Brake/Tail Light	LED	--
Turn Signal	LED	--
Pass Light
AHO (Automatic Headlight On)
Shift Light

Cruise Control		--
Hazard Warning Lights		--
Start Type	Electric Start	Electric Start
Kill Switch
Traction Control		--

Pillion Backrest
Pillion Grab Rail
Pillion Seat	Stepped Seat	Stepped Seat
Pillion Footrest

Front Suspension Preload Adjuster		--
Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster		--
Additional Features	Fully Adjustable Handlebar	Dual Horn

Standard Warranty (year)	2	--
Standard Warranty (km)	30000	--

Front Storage Box
Under Seat Storage (Litres)

GPS & Navigation
USB Charging Port

Saree Guard		--
Quickshifter		--

KTM RC 125 vs Yamaha YZF R15 V3