KTM 125 Duke vs Yamaha R15S

KTM 125 Duke Price starts at Rs. 1.81 Lakh which is Rs. 15,030 costlier than base model of Yamaha R15S priced at Rs. 1.66 Lakh. The claimed mileage of KTM 125 Duke is 48.05 kmpl whereas the mileage of Yamaha R15S is 40 kmpl. In technical specifications, KTM 125 Duke is powered by 124.7 cc engine , while Yamaha R15S is powered by 155 cc engine. KTM 125 Duke is available in 2 different colours while Yamaha R15S comes with 2 colours. The Comparison KTM 125 Duke vs Yamaha R15S can be described on the basis of price and specifications.

125 Duke vs R15S

Key Highlights 125 Duke 2021R15S STD
Engine Type Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled, DOHC, FI Engine Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, SOHC, 4-valve
Max Power 14.5 PS @ 9250 rpm 18.6 PS @ 10000 rpm
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125 Duke vs R15S Key Highlights

Basic Info KTM 125 Duke 2021Yamaha R15S STD
Rating
254 reviews
1263 reviews
Brand Name KTM Yamaha
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 1.81 Lakh Get On-Road Price Rs. 1.66 Lakh Get On-Road Price
Engine Type Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled, DOHC, FI Engine Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, SOHC, 4-valve
Max Power 14.5 PS @ 9250 rpm 18.6 PS @ 10000 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
KTM 125 Duke Colors
Yamaha R15S 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
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Alloy
ABS Dual Channel Dual Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 5,215 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Rs. 4,782 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 6,300 125 Duke Insurance Rs. 13,936 R15S Insurance
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Engine Type
Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled, DOHC, FI Engine
Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, SOHC, 4-valve
Engine Displacement
124.7 cc
155 cc
Max Power
14.5 PS @ 9250 rpm
18.6 PS @ 10000 rpm
Max Torque
12 Nm @ 8000 rpm
14.1 Nm @ 8500 rpm
Emission Type
bs6-2.0
bs6-2.0
Bore
58 mm
58 mm
Stroke
47.2 mm
58.7 mm
No Of Cylinders
1
1
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Valve Per Cylinder
4
4
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
...
TCI (Transistor controlled ignition)
Compression Ratio
12.8:1
11.6:1

Brakes Front
Disc
Disc
Brakes Rear
Disc
Disc

Mileage (City)
46.92 kmpl
...
Mileage (Highway)
48.05 kmpl
...
Mileage (Overall)
...
40 kmpl

Tyre Size
...
Front :-100/80-17 Rear :-140/70-17
Wheel Size
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Radial Tyre
...
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Seat height
822 mm
815 mm
Length*Width*Height
...
1990*725*1135 mm3
Wheelbase
...
1325 mm
Length
...
1990 mm
Ground Clearance
155 mm
170 mm
Height
...
1135 mm
Width
...
725 mm
Fuel Capacity
13.4 Liters
11 Liters
Kerb Weight
159 Kg
142 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Diameter
300 mm
282 mm
Rear Brake Diameter
230 mm
220 mm

Battery Type
Lead Acid
...
Additional Features
Lubrication - Wet Sump, Forced, Sub Frame - Bolt on sub-frame, Rider Aids - Advanced ABS
Auxiliary light, Fuel consumption indicator, Shift timing light, VVA indicator, Side stand engine cut-off switch, Dual horn, Gear position indicator, Inner Tube - 41.0 mm
Headlight
Halogen
LED
Turn Signal Lamp
LED
LED

ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Sports Naked Bikes
Sports Bikes
Body Graphics
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Split
Single
Pass Switch
...
Display
LCD Digital
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Clock
Stepup Seat
...
Low Oil Indicator
...
Passenger Footrest
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Service Due Indicator
...
DRLs
...

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
KTM 125 Duke
  • Comes with sophisticated underpinnings
  • Quite beginner-friendly
  • Refined engine
Yamaha R15S
  • More affordable and comfortable than the R15 V4
  • Variable Valve Actuation ensures the engine has enough grunt for everyday situations
  • Standard rear radial tyre
  • with optional grippy Metzelers
KTM 125 Duke
  • Powerband is quite narrow
  • Pretty expensive for what it offers
  • Lacks dual-channel ABS
Yamaha R15S
  • Fit and finish levels could have been better
  • The LED headlight isn’t bright enough and fails to illuminate the road properly

Is KTM 125 Duke Better Than Yamaha R15S?

55% users have chosen KTM 125 Duke over Yamaha R15S in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 7667 users have also rated KTM 125 Duke and Yamaha R15S on some really important factors like Mileage , performance, comfort, safety etc. and have given their personal opinions about these bikes.
As per the users experiences KTM 125 Duke is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for comfort in your bike. But Yamaha R15S is better on the grounds of mileage, performance, maintenance and features.
Before making your decision you should also consider the unbiased and thorough analysis of these bikes on every aspect by our auto experts who have summarised the analysis in pros, cons and final conclusion..

Ratings Factor 125 Duke R15S
Mileage 3.9 4.2
Performance 4.2 4.4
Comfort 4.1 3.9
Maintenance 3.6 3.9
Features 4.3 4.4
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Recently Asked User Questions

Q. Is KTM 125 better than Apache RTR 160 4V and Yamaha R15 V3 - Duke 125?
  • R15 v3 is better
  • Well the 125 gives u less power but I think is good for long periods and distance coverage
Q. For riding in Chennai City r15v3 is good or Thunderbird 350X?
  • R15v3
  • It's Simple Yamaha R15 V3 is best in Chennai City
  • The R15 has always had a singular focus. Performance. That leads to compromise in other aspects like ergonomics. Its sporty riding position comes courtesy of an 815mm high rider seat (up by 15mm over the v2). Despite the taller seat, we did not have an issue placing both feet on the ground. The riding position has become more aggressive and while it worked well on the track, riding in the city for an extended period did leave a minor discomfort in our wrists and upper back. Other than the clip-on, which now feels lower, the low-set footpegs are comfortable and the rest of the bike too didn't give us any reason to complain. You do need to be careful while taking U-turns though as the bars come pretty close to the fuel tank, and your hand getting too close to your knee during full lock does cause some issues. Especially on right-hand U-turns, it’s rather difficult to open the throttle as your wrist is resting on the tank at full lock. On the other hand, the Royal Enfield Thunderbird 350X has been discontinued and is not available for sale in the market. Moreover, we would suggest you take a test ride for a better understanding of performance and riding comfort. Follow the link and select your desired city for dealership.Read more:- Yamaha R15 v3.0 Road Test Review
Q. KTM 125 Duke or Pulsar 125 Neon?
  • 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
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KTM 125 Duke Vs Yamaha R15S FAQs

Which bike is best between KTM 125 Duke vs Yamaha R15S?
As per the users experiences KTM 125 Duke is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for comfort in your bike. But Yamaha R15S is better on the grounds of mileage, performance, maintenance and features.
Which bike is cheaper KTM 125 Duke vs Yamaha R15S?
The Yamaha R15S is cheaper than KTM 125 Duke by Rs. 15,030.
Which bike offers better performance KTM 125 Duke vs Yamaha R15S?
For the 2021 version, 124.7 cc Petrol engine of 125 Duke produces 14.5 PS @ 9250 rpm of power and 12 Nm @ 8000 rpm of torque. Whereas for the STD version, 155 cc Petrol engine of R15S produces 18.6 PS @ 10000 rpm of power and 14.1 Nm @ 8500 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the KTM 125 Duke has better performance.

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