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Yamaha MT-15 Beats KTM 125 Duke in March 2019

Yamaha MT-15 Beats KTM 125 Duke (Sales Report): Yamaha MT-15 successfully took over the premium lightweight streetfighter segment by beating the popular KTM 125 Duke in India. The Yamaha motorcycle was good for 5203 units in March 2019 while KTM was good for just 3069 units during the same period. ...

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Yamaha MT-15 Beats KTM 125 Duke (Sales Report): Yamaha MT-15 successfully took over the premium lightweight streetfighter segment by beating the popular KTM 125 Duke in India. The Yamaha motorcycle was good for 5203 units in March 2019 while KTM was good for just 3069 units during the same period. [caption id="attachment_500194" align="aligncenter" width="850"]Yamaha MT-15 Sales Report Sales Report: 5203 units of Yamaha MT-15 Sold in March 2019[/caption]

Yamaha MT-15 Beats KTM 125 Duke

Sales Report (March 2019)

  • Yamaha MT-15: 5203 units
  • KTM 125 Duke: 3069 Units
The difference in sales number is huge at present while a high number of bookings for the MT-15 could have been one of the reasons for its success in the initial days. The motorcycle is priced at INR 1.36 lakh, offering buyers a lot more power than the KTM rival. However, the strongest point for KTM here is the availability of USD forks and wide tires when compared to the MT-15. [caption id="attachment_500248" align="aligncenter" width="850"]KTM 125 Duke Sales Report KTM 125 Duke Sales Report: 3069 Units Sold in March 2019[/caption] The difference in ex-showroom price between both the bikes is INR 11,000 and thus, this may not be a solid reason for buyers to consider once they have planned to spend around INR 1.50 lakh (on-road) on their new motorcycle. KTM and Yamaha went through cost-cutting for their motorcycles as they introduced single-channel ABS for both the models in India. [caption id="attachment_433536" align="aligncenter" width="951"]Yamaha MT-15 Yamaha MT-15[/caption]

Yamaha MT-15 Specifications

  • Displacement - 155 cc
  • Max. Power - 19.3 HP @ 10,000 rpm
  • Max. Torque - 14.7 Nm @ 8,500 rpm
  • Number of Cylinders - 1
  • Number of Gears - 6
  • Seat Height - 810 mm
  • Ground Clearance - 155 mm
  • Kerb/Wet Weight - 138 kg
  • Fuel Tank Capacity - 10 litres
  • Top Speed - 130 kmph (Approx.)
  • Ex-Showroom Price - INR 1.36 lakh
[caption id="attachment_326013" align="aligncenter" width="1092"]KTM 125 Duke KTM 125 Duke[/caption]

KTM 125 Duke Specifications

  • Displacement - 124.7 cc
  • Max. Power - 14.5 HP @ 9250 rpm
  • Max. Torque - 12 Nm @ 8000 rpm
  • Number of Cylinders - 1
  • Number of Gears - 6
  • Seat Height - 818 mm
  • Ground Clearance - 175 mm
  • Kerb/Wet Weight - 148 kg
  • Fuel Tank Capacity - 10.2 litres
  • Top Speed - 120 kmph (Approx.)
  • Ex-Showroom Price - INR 1.25 lakh
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Immanuel Raja is an Automotive Writer with 8 years of experience covering the Indian automotive landscape. He specializes in Electric Vehicles and Hybrid Technology, with particular expertise in battery systems, charging infrastructure, and the integration of alternative powertrains in Indian road conditions. Raja has extensively tested over 200 vehicles across various segments, from entry-level EVs to premium hybrids, developing nuanced insights into their performance on India's diverse and challenging roads. His analysis encompasses both technical specifications and practical ownership considerations that matter to Indian consumers, including charging accessibility, maintenance costs, and performance in extreme weather conditions. With a finger on the pulse of India's evolving automotive preferences, Raja delivers clear, factual assessments that help readers navigate the transition to electrified mobility in the context of India's unique market dynamics.
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