KTM 125 Duke vs Yamaha MT 15 V2.0

Question 1

Q. What should I buy between Yamaha MT 15 V2 and R15S?

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MT 15 V2 bike

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Both the bikes are good in their forte. The updates as expected have made the new MT-15 a better bike. It looks more premium, handles better and the addition of a few new features is welcome. But we were expecting more from Yamaha! The dullness of the engine is disappointing and the lack of dual-channel ABS is just beyond any reasoning with this performance on tap. As for goodies such as a quick-shifter and traction control, they should have been offered as part of a premium variant. On the other hand, the Yamaha R15S remains one potent small-capacity supersport for beginners. In its version 3.0 guise, it has become sharper and more focused, making it great for sport riding or trac enthusiasts. However, the aggressive riding stance could cause discomfort if you intend to use the bike for daily commuting and the quality of components have also gone down. Moreover, we would suggest you to take a test ride for a better understanding of performance and comfort. Click on the link and select your desired city for dealership details.

Question 2

Q. Which bike is the best between, Yamaha MT-15 Version 2.0 or KTM 200 Duke?

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Both the bikes are good in their forte. The design update has given the KTM 200 Duke a new lease of life. Also, the fact that the new BS6-compliant motor does not lose out on performance almost makes it feel like a win-win. That said, the substantial hike in price means it is now more expensive than larger motorcycles such as the Suzuki Gixxer 250. However, when it comes to thrills, the KTM 200 Duke delivers it in spades! On the other hand, The updates as expected have made the new MT-15 a better bike. It looks more premium, handles better and the addition of a few new features is welcome. But we were expecting more from Yamaha! The dullness of the engine is disappointing and the lack of dual-channel ABS is just beyond any reasoning with this performance on tap. As for goodies such as a quick-shifter and traction control, they should have been offered as part of a premium variant. Moreover, we would suggest you to take a test ride before making the final decision. Follow the link and select your desired city for dealership details.Read more -Yamaha MT-15 Version 2.0 Road Test Review - The Perfect Imperfection.

Question 3

Q. KTM 125 Duke or Pulsar 125 Neon?

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Selecting between the KTM 125 Duke and Bajaj Pulsar 125 would depend on certain factors such as your budget, brand preference, features, performance, comfort, etc. The KTM 125 Duke BS6 is the most affordable way into the KTM family. It Service as the perfect stepping stone to performance-oriented motorcycles. The only grouse is you may be able to master the motorcycle rather quickly, and the lack of power means you will be left craving for more performance. On the other hand, the Pulsar 125 Neon gives enthusiasts a taste of the Pulsar’s sporty DNA but in a less intimidating and more affordable package. The 125 Duke retails at Rs. 1.70 Lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi), while the price of Pulsar 125 Neon starts at Rs. 77,843 (ex-showroom, Delhi). For a better understanding of performance and comfort, we would suggest you to take a test ride. Follow the link and select your city accordingly for dealership details. Read More:- Bajaj Pulsar 125 vs KTM Duke 125

Question 4

Q. I am planning to buy KTM duke125 bs6 or Honda hornet 2.0, could you suggest which bike is better in of both?

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I'd commend you to buy ktm

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Selecting the right bike would depend on several factors such as your budget preference on the segment, features required, engine options, brand preference, etc. The KTM 125 Duke BS6 is the most affordable way into the KTM family. It Service as the perfect stepping stone to performance-oriented motorcycles. The only grouse is you may be able to master the motorcycle rather quickly, and the lack of power means you will be left craving for more performance. KTM 125 Duke is powered by a 124.7 cc engine. This Duke 125 engine generates a power of 14.5 PS @ 9250 rpm and a torque of 12 Nm @ 8000 rpm. On the other hand, The Hornet 2.0 isn’t quite a 200, but with its 185cc motor, it’s the closest that Honda has ever come. It’s also one of the most exciting-looking small bikes we’ve seen from Big Red recently, but on paper, it seems to stand in a class of its own. Honda Hornet 2.0 is powered by a 184.4 cc engine. This Hornet 2.0 engine generates a power of 17.26 PS @ 8500 rpm and a torque of 16.1 Nm @ 6000 rpm. Moreover, we would suggest you to take a test ride before making the final decision. Follow the link and select your desired city for dealership.

Question 5

Q. Is it worth to spend 1.5 Lac on DUKE 125 CC?? Duke 125 is more comfortable than MT15???

Answer

Better you try higher CC

Question 6

Q. Is Duke 125cc can beat 150cc and 160cc bikes?

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It would be unfair to give a verdict here as it would depend on the various factors such as power output, performance numbers, underpinnings of the bike, power to weight ratio, gearing specifications, etc. The 125 Duke serves as the perfect stepping stone to performance-oriented motorcycles. With 14.5PS of power on tap, it’s more at par with 150cc motorcycles such as the Bajaj Pulsar 150 and Suzuki Gixxer. But the torque is much lower here - just 12Nm. You do get a minor surge in torque at around the 7000rpm mark, and the bike pulls cleanly till its redline of a little over 10,000rpm. But don’t think that you’ll be winning any drag races here, unless you’re going up against bikes in the same cubic capacity bracket.

Key Highlights	125 Duke STD	MT 15 V2.0 STD
Engine Type	Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled, DOHC	Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, SOHC, 4-valve
Max Power	14.5 PS @ 9250 rpm	18.4 PS @ 10000 rpm

Basic Info	KTM 125 Duke STD	Yamaha MT 15 V2.0 STD
Rating	251 reviews	1611 reviews
Brand Name	KTM	Yamaha
Ex-Showroom Price	Rs. 1.81 Lakh Get On-Road Price	Rs. 1.68 Lakh Get On-Road Price
Engine Type	Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled, DOHC	Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, SOHC, 4-valve
Max Power	14.5 PS @ 9250 rpm	18.4 PS @ 10000 rpm
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Colors	KTM 125 Duke Colors	Yamaha MT 15 V2.0 Colors
Brakes Front	Disc	Disc
Brakes Rear	Disc	Disc
Wheel Size	Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm	Front :-431.8 mm Rear :-431.8 mm inch
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)	Alloy	Alloy
ABS	Single Channel	Dual Channel
Starting	Self Start Only	Self Start Only
Speedometer	Digital	Digital
EMI	Rs. 5,215 @ 9.45% (36 months)	Rs. 4,846 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Insurance	Rs. 8,399 125 Duke Insurance	Rs. 14,138 MT 15 V2.0 Insurance
Brochure	N/A	Download Brochure

Ratings Factor	MT 15 V2.0	125 Duke
Mileage	4.6	3.9
Performance	4.7	4.2
Comfort	4.5	4.1
Maintenance	4.3	3.6
Features	4.7	4.3

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