Yamaha YZF-R125 vs KTM RC 125 vs Yamaha MT-125 Comparison
Updated: 01, Nov, 2023 07:23 AM
Expected Price
₹ 1,25,000
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Ex-Showroom Price
₹ 1,89,542
* Delhi. May vary.
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Expected Price
₹ 1,20,000
* Delhi. May vary.
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DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT | |||
| Kerb Weight | |||
| 144 kg | 160 kg | 142 kg | |
| Ground Clearance | |||
| 160 mm | 158 mm | 160 mm | |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | |||
| 11 litres | 13.7 litres | 11 litres | |
| Wheelbase | |||
| 1325 mm | 1341 mm | 1325 mm | |
| Overall Length | |||
| 1990 mm | 1977 mm | 1960 mm | |
| Overall Width | |||
| 715 mm | 688 mm | 800 mm | |
| Overall Height | |||
| 1145 mm | 1098 mm | 1065 mm | |
| Seat Height | |||
| 820 mm | 835 mm | 810 mm | |
| Engine Oil Capacity | |||
| 1.15 litres | NA | 1.05 litres | |
PERFORMANCE FIGURES | |||
| 0-100 kmph | |||
| 15.2 secs | 14.6 secs | NA | |
COMFORT FEATURES | |||
| Electric Start | |||
| Pillion Footrest | |||
| Step-up Seat/Split Seat | |||
MILEAGE AND TOP SPEED | |||
| Mileage | |||
| As reported by Yamaha UK, the certified mileage of R125 is 48 kmpl. | KTM RC 125 mileage is 41.32 kmpl (certified). | Yamaha MT-15 mileage is 47.3 kmpl (company-claimed). | |
| Top Speed | |||
| Yamaha YZF-R125 top speed is 120 kmph (speedo-indicated). | KTM RC 125 top speed is 120 kmph (speedo-indicated). | Yamaha MT-15 top speed is around 120 kmph (approximate). | |
| Performance | |||
| In terms of performance, the 125cc sports bike can accelerate from 0-100 kmph in 15.3 seconds. | In terms of performance, the 125cc sportbike can accelerate from 0-100 kmph in 14.6 seconds. | In terms of performance, the 125cc streetfighter can accelerate from 0-100 kmph in around 14 seconds. | |
ENGINE AND GEARBOX | |||
| Engine cc (Displacement) | |||
| 125 cc | 124.7 cc | 124 cc | |
| Bore | |||
| 52 mm | 58 mm | 52 mm | |
| Stroke | |||
| 58.7 mm | 47.2 mm | 58.6 mm | |
| Number of Cylinders | |||
| 1 | 1 | 1 | |
| Compression Ratio | |||
| 11.2 : 1 | 12.8:1 | 11.2 : 1 | |
| Gearbox Type | |||
| Constant Mesh | NA | Constant Mesh | |
| Engine Details | |||
| 125cc, Liquid-Cooled, 4-Stroke, 4-Valves, SOHC Engine | 124.7cc, Liquid Cooled, 4-Stroke, DOHC, Single Cylinder Engine | 124cc, Liquid-Cooled, 4-Stroke, Single Cylinder, SOHC Engine | |
| Maximum Power | |||
| 15 HP @ 10000 rpm | 14.5 HP @ 9250 rpm | 14.7 HP @ 10000 rpm | |
| Maximum Torque | |||
| 11.5 Nm @ 8000 rpm | 12 Nm @ 8000 rpm | 11.5 Nm @ 8000 rpm | |
| Number of Gears | |||
| 6 | 6 | 6 | |
| Clutch | |||
| Wet, Multiple Disc | Wet Multi-Disc Clutch, Mechanically Actuated | Wet, Multiple Disc | |
| Cooling | |||
| Liquid Cooling | Liquid Cooled | Liquid Cooling | |
| Lubrication | |||
| Wet Sump | Forced, Wet Sump | Wet Sump | |
| Fuel System | |||
| Electronic Fuel Injection | Bosch Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI) | Electronic Fuel Injection | |
| Ignition | |||
| TCI (Digital) | NA | TCI (Transistor Controlled Igniter) | |
| Final transmission | |||
| Chain | NA | Chain | |
| Emission Norms | |||
| BS6-Compliant | BS6-Compliant | BS6-Compliant | |
INSTRUMENT CONSOLE FEATURES | |||
| Mobile Phone Connectivity Via Bluetooth | |||
| NA | NA | ||
| Fuel Gauge | |||
| Digital | Digital | Digital | |
| Tachometer | |||
| Digital | Digital | Digital | |
| Trip Meter | |||
| Digital | Digital | Digital | |
| Speedometer | |||
| Digital | Digital | Digital | |
| Clock | |||
| Digital | Digital | ||
| Odometer | |||
| Digital | NA | Digital | |
KEY FEATURES AND COMPETITORS | |||
| Braking System | |||
| 2-Channel ABS (Anti-Lock Braking System) | 1-Channel ABS (Anti-Lock Braking System) | 2-Channel ABS (Anti-Lock Braking System) | |
| Key Features | |||
| Some of the key Yamaha YZF-R125 features include - R1-inspired 5-inch TFT Instrument Console, Smartphone Connectivity via CCU with Bluetooth, New R1-type Handlebar Crown and Switches, R7-inspired LED Headlights and Position Lights, Dynamic Next Generation Yamaha Racing Design, Traction Control System, Deltabox Frame and Aluminum Swingarm, Michelin Pilot Street Rear Tyre, Sporty Riding Position. | NA | Sophisticated Negative LCD Instruments, Dual Slant-Eye Positions LED Headlight, Assist and Slipper Clutch, 125cc EU5 Engine with Variable Valve Actuation, Sporty Deltabox Frame and Aluminium Swingarm, Modern and Aggressive Body Design. | |
| Similar Bikes | |||
| Kawasaki Ninja 125, Honda CBR125R, KTM RC 125, Aprilia RS 125, Suzuki GSX-R125 | At this price point, KTM RC 125 competes with Yamaha R15 V3 and Bajaj Pulsar RS200 in India. Internationally, the 125cc sportbike rivals Yamaha R125, Aprilia RS 125, Suzuki GSX-R125, Kawasaki Ninja 125, and the Honda CBR125R. | Kawasaki Z125, KTM Duke 125, Suzuki GSX-S125, Honda CB125R, Aprilia Tuono 125 | |
BATTERY AND LIGHTING | |||
| Pass Light | |||
| Battery Type | |||
| Maintenance Free | Maintenance Free | MF | |
| Head Light | |||
| LED | Halogen Headlamps with LED Pilot Lamps | LED | |
| Position Lamp | |||
| LED | NA | NA | |
| Tail Light | |||
| LED | LED | LED | |
MAXABOUT RATING AND OVERVIEW | |||
| Design | |||
| Performance | |||
| In terms of performance, the 125cc sports bike can accelerate from 0-100 kmph in 15.3 seconds. | In terms of performance, the 125cc sportbike can accelerate from 0-100 kmph in 14.6 seconds. | In terms of performance, the 125cc streetfighter can accelerate from 0-100 kmph in around 14 seconds. | |
| Comfort | |||
| Fuel Economy | |||
| Features | |||
| Build Quality | |||
BRAKES AND TYRES | |||
| Tubeless Tyres | |||
| Front Brake | |||
| 292mm Single Disc | 320mm Single Disc with Radially Mounted Calliper | 292mm Hydraulic Single Disc | |
| Alloy Wheels | |||
| Rear Brake | |||
| 220mm Single Disc | 230mm Single Disc with Floating Calliper | 220mm Hydraulic Single Disc | |
| Front Tyre | |||
| 100/80-17 M/C | 110/70-R17 | 100/80-17 M/C 52S | |
| Rear Tyre | |||
| 140/70-17 M/C | 150/60-R17 | 140/70-17 M/C 66S | |
| ABS | |||
| 2-Channel ABS | Bosch 9.1 MB 1-Channel ABS (Supermoto ABS) | ||
| Front Wheel | |||
| 17-inch | 17-inch | 17-inch | |
| Rear Wheel | |||
| 17-inch | 17-inch | 17-inch | |
| Traction Control System | |||
| NA | NA | ||
SUSPENSION AND CHASSIS | |||
| Front Suspension | |||
| 41mm USD Telescopic Forks | 43mm WP Apex USD Forks | 41mm Upside-Down Telescopic Forks | |
| Rear Suspension | |||
| Monoshock | WP APEX Monoshock, 10 Step Adjustable | Unit Swing | |
| Frame (Chassis) | |||
| Steel Deltabox | Split-Trellis Frame (Tubular) | Diamond | |
| Front Wheel Travel | |||
| 130 mm | 120 mm | 130 mm | |
| Rear Wheel Travel | |||
| 110 mm | 150 mm | 110 mm | |
Miscellaneous Information | |||
| Emission (Co2) | |||
| 47 g/km | 56 g/km | 47 g/km | |
| Caster | |||
| 26º | NA | 26º | |
| Trail | |||
| 95 mm | NA | 95 mm | |
Colour Options and Price in India | |||
| 2-Wheeler Type | |||
| Sports | Sports | Naked | |
| Official Tagline | |||
| Feed Your Hunger | Race-Bred Performance | Darkness is the Next Level | |
| Bike Variant | |||
| 2024 Yamaha YZF-R125 | 2024 KTM RC 125 (New Model) | 2024 Yamaha MT-125 | |
| Availability Status in India | |||
| Upcoming | Available | Upcoming | |
| Latest Price in India | |||
| 2024 Yamaha YZF-R125 is expected to be priced around Rs 1.25 lakh in India (ex-showroom). | 2024 KTM RC 125 price is Rs 1.90 lakh in India (ex-showroom). | 2024 Yamaha MT-125 is expected to be priced around Rs 1.20 lakh in India (ex-showroom). | |
| Colour Options | |||
| Tech Black, Icon Blue | Black / Orange, Orange / Silver | Icon Blue, Tech Black, Storm Fluo | |
| Fuel Type | |||
| Petrol | Petrol | Petrol | |
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