KTM RC 125 vs Royal Enfield Meteor 350

Royal Enfield Meteor 350 Price starts at Rs. 2.05 Lakh which is Rs. 14,105 costlier than base model of KTM RC 125 priced at Rs. 1.91 Lakh. The claimed mileage of KTM RC 125 is 41 kmpl whereas the mileage of Royal Enfield Meteor 350 is 41.88 kmpl. In technical specifications, KTM RC 125 is powered by 124.7 cc engine , while Royal Enfield Meteor 350 is powered by 349 cc engine. KTM RC 125 is available in 2 different colours while Royal Enfield Meteor 350 comes with 12 colours. The Comparison KTM RC 125 vs Royal Enfield Meteor 350 can be described on the basis of price and specifications.

RC 125 vs Meteor 350

Key Highlights RC 125 STDMeteor 350 Fireball
Engine Type Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled, DOHC, FI Engine Single-Cylinder, 4 Stroke, Air-Oil Cooled Engine
Max Power 14.5 PS @ 9250 rpm 20.4 PS @ 6100 rpm

RC 125 vs Meteor 350 Key Highlights

Basic Info KTM RC 125 STDRoyal Enfield Meteor 350 Fireball
Rating
82 reviews
335 reviews
Brand Name KTM Royal Enfield
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 1.91 Lakh Get On-Road Price Rs. 2.05 Lakh Get On-Road Price
Engine Type Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled, DOHC, FI Engine Single-Cylinder, 4 Stroke, Air-Oil Cooled Engine
Max Power 14.5 PS @ 9250 rpm 20.4 PS @ 6100 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
KTM RC 125 Colors
Royal Enfield Meteor 350 Colors
Brakes Front Disc Disc
Brakes Rear Disc Disc
Wheel Size Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm Front :-482.6 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 Analogue
EMI
Rs. 5,525 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Rs. 5,637 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 6,400 RC 125 Insurance Rs. 10,995 Meteor 350 Insurance
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Engine Type
Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled, DOHC, FI Engine
Single-Cylinder, 4 Stroke, Air-Oil Cooled Engine
Engine Displacement
124.7 cc
349 cc
Max Power
14.5 PS @ 9250 rpm
20.4 PS @ 6100 rpm
Max Torque
12 Nm at 8000 rpm
27 Nm @ 4000 rpm
Emission Type
bs6-2.0
bs6-2.0
Bore
58 mm
72 mm
Stroke
47.2 mm
85.8 mm
No Of Cylinders
1
1
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
...
Electronic Fuel Injection
Compression Ratio
12.8:1
9.5:1

Brakes Front
Disc
Disc
Brakes Rear
Disc
Disc

Quarter Mile
...
18.74s @ 109.43kmph
Braking (60-0 kmph)
...
20.09mm
Braking (80-0 kmph)
...
34.40mm
Braking (100-0 kmph)
...
51.08mm
Mileage (City)
...
41.88 kmpl
Mileage (Overall)
41 kmpl
41.88 kmpl
0-100 Kmph (sec)
...
13.94s
Top Speed
...
114 kmph

Tyre Size
...
Front :-100/90-19 Rear :-140/70-17
Peak Power
14.5 PS @ 9250 rpm
20.4 PS @ 6100 rpm
Wheel Size
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Radial Tyre
...
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Seat height
835 mm
765 mm
Length*Width*Height
...
2140*845*1140 mm3
Wheelbase
...
1400 mm
Length
...
2140 mm
Ground Clearance
158 mm
170 mm
Height
...
1140 mm
Width
...
845 mm
Fuel Capacity
13.7 Liters
15 Liters
Kerb Weight
160 Kg
191 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Saddle Height
835 mm
765 mm
Front Brake Diameter
320 mm
300 mm
Rear Brake Diameter
230 mm
270 mm

Battery Type
Lead Acid
...
Additional Features
Supermoto ABS, Lubrication - Forced, Wet sump, Sub Frame - Newly engineered bolt-on subframe, View Gear Position in Display, Set Your Shift & Rpm, View DTE, Averegr Speed, Fuel Consumption
Lubrication - Wet sump forced lubrication, ENGINE OIL GRADE - SAE 15 W 50 API, SL GRADE, JASO MA 2 SEMI SYNTHETIC, AIR CLEANER - PAPER ELEMENT
USB charging port
...
Headlight
Halogen
LED
Pilot Lamps
LED Pilot Lamps
...
Turn Signal Lamp
LED
Bulb

Frame
Split-Trellis frame (Tubular)
Twin Downtube Spine Frame
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Sports Bikes
Cruiser Bikes, Roadster Bikes
Body Graphics
...
Instrument Console
Digital
Analogue and Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
...
Bluetooth
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Split
Single
Display
New LCD Dash Display
Speedometer
Digital
Analogue
Mobile Application
...
Tripmeter
Digital
Digital
Passenger Footrest
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Air & Oil Cooled
Odometer
Digital
...
Navigation
...
DRLs
...

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
KTM RC 125
  • Slightly more ergonomic than before
  • Larger seat
  • Excellent handling
Royal Enfield Meteor 350
  • Refined engine with a good spread of torque
  • The thump still exists
  • Easy to ride
  • and accessible to all riders: tall or short.
KTM RC 125
  • Rather expensive for a bike with so little power
Royal Enfield Meteor 350
  • Not-so-exciting design
  • Basic equipment apart from turn-by-turn navigation
  • Engine could have been gruntier

Is Royal Enfield Meteor 350 Better Than KTM RC 125?

100% users have chosen Royal Enfield Meteor 350 over KTM RC 125 in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 1109 users have also rated Royal Enfield Meteor 350 and KTM RC 125 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 Royal Enfield Meteor 350 is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for performance, comfort, maintenance and features in your bike. On the basis of mileage user have rated both the bikes equally.

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 RC 125 Meteor 350
Mileage 3.9 3.9
Performance 4.5 4.0
Comfort 4.6 3.9
Maintenance 3.9 3.6
Features 4.6 4.0
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Royal Enfield Meteor 350 Comparison with Similar Bikes

Recently Asked User Questions

Q. Which one is better between Royal Enfield Meteor 350 and Yezdi Roadster? Tell the pros and cons of both.
  • Yezdi roadster
  • Selecting between Yezdi Roadster and Royal Enfield Meteor 350 would depend on several factors such as your budget preference, features required, engine options, brand preference, etc. Royal Enfield Meteor 350 is a good option for those looking for a comfortable city slicker and fancy occasional long-distance trips. At standstill, the Meteor actually feels much lighter than you’d imagine, and when you get going it feels unexpectedly responsive. The sharper rake and the way the new motorcycle carries its weight will put even less experienced riders at ease on this RE. Once you adapt to the quickness and lightness of the steering and the stretched-out seating position, you will find yourself slicing through traffic without breaking a sweat. However, the Meteor doesn’t make a bigger and bolder promise of its own by way of plush ride quality, a greater sense of richness or, crucially, better cruising ability. On the other hand, Yezdi Roadster is lean and muscular-looking, just like the Harley-Davidson Roadster. It comes equipped with all-LED lights, a headlight protector, bar-end mirrors, and a small windscreen. The Yezdi Roadster gets a teardrop-shaped 12.5-litre fuel tank with tank pads on both sides, a split-type seat, and cushioned backrest. The motorcycle is suspended on a telescopic fork at the front and twin shock absorbers at the rear. For braking, it uses a 320/240mm disc setup assisted by dual-channel ABS with 'Road', 'Off-road', and 'Rain' modes. Moreover, we would suggest you take a test ride for a better understanding of performance and comfort. Click on the link and select your desired city for the dealership dearership details.
Q. Being a beginner which bike will be best for me, Jawa42, RE-Meteor or Honda H-ness??!!
  • Selecting between the Honda Hness CB350, Royal Enfield Meteor 350 and Jawa 42 would depend on certain factors such as your budget, preference of the segment, performance figures, features required, etc. Jawa is the only bike here using a short-stroke, performance-oriented engine with a 6-speed transmission. Sure it’s fast, but it lacks the retro laidback charm of an under-the-square engine, something we think is crucial for a buyer in this segment. Whereas if we talk about Royal Enfield Meteor 350, it is a good option for those looking for a comfortable city slicker and fancy occasional long-distance trips. At standstill, the Meteor actually feels much lighter than you’d imagine, and when you get going it feels unexpectedly responsive. The sharper rake and the way the new motorcycle carries its weight will put even less experienced riders at ease on this RE. Once you adapt to the quickness and lightness of the steering and the stretched-out seating position, you will find yourself slicing through traffic without breaking a sweat. On the other hand, if you are looking for a comfortable, easy-to-handle bike with marries old-school charm and modern sensibilities well, you may go for Honda Hness CB350. It gets a prominent thumper exhaust note and it is the most affordable bike in India to get traction control. Moreover, we would suggest you take a test ride for a better understanding of performance and comfort. Click on the link and select your desired city for dealership.
Q. I am planning to buy Meteor 350. Shall wait for Classic 350 or Hunter 350?
  • As Royal Enfield Hunter 350 and 2021 Royal Enfield Classic 350 hasn't launched. You may go for Royal Enfield Meteor 350 which is available now. Royal Enfield Meteor 350 is a good option. Meteor 350 is powered by an all-new 349cc air-cooled SOHC 2-valve motor with fuel injection. The powerplant generates 20.4PS at 6100rpm and 27Nm at 4000rpm, working in conjunction with a 5-speed transmission. The engine is counterbalanced for optimum refinement. In terms of engine refinement, build quality, and modern features, the Meteor 350 has the edge. Meteor 350 is very comfortable, both in terms of rider ergonomics and suspension tune. The RE Meteor 350 offers a comfortable position and an upright stance for easy long-distance touring. The bike has improved a lot compared to its predecessor and the healthy fuel efficiency and long interval maintenance make it more endearing. Moreover, we would suggest you take a test ride before making the final decision. Follow the link and select your desired city for dealership details. Also, follow the link to get an alert when Royal Enfield Hunter 350 and 2021 Royal Enfield Classic 350 is launched.

KTM RC 125 Vs Royal Enfield Meteor 350 FAQs

Which bike is best between KTM RC 125 vs Royal Enfield Meteor 350?
Royal Enfield Meteor 350 is better on the grounds of performance, comfort, maintenance and features. On the basis of mileage user have rated both the bikes equally.
Which bike is cheaper KTM RC 125 vs Royal Enfield Meteor 350?
The KTM RC 125 is cheaper than Royal Enfield Meteor 350 by Rs. 14,105.
Which bike offers better performance KTM RC 125 vs Royal Enfield Meteor 350?
For the STD version, 124.7 cc Petrol engine of RC 125 produces 14.5 PS @ 9250 rpm of power and 12 Nm at 8000 rpm of torque. Whereas for the Fireball version, 349 cc Petrol engine of Meteor 350 produces 20.4 PS @ 6100 rpm of power and 27 Nm @ 4000 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the KTM RC 125 has better performance.

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