KTM RC 200RC 200 · ₹2.32 Lakh
Yamaha R15MR15M · ₹1.9 LakhWhat's different
On the versions picked above
Price
RC 200: ₹2.32 Lakh
R15M: ₹1.9 Lakh (ahead)
R15M ₹41,348 cheaper
Braking
RC 200: Dual-channel ABS
R15M: Dual-channel ABS
Mileage
RC 200: 35 kmpl
R15M: Not published
Claimed
Power
RC 200: 25 PS (ahead)
R15M: 18.4 PS
Torque 19.2 vs 14.2 Nm
Weight
RC 200: 160 kg
R15M: 141 kg
Seat height 824 vs 815 mm
Versions
RC 200: 1
R15M: 2 (ahead)
Pick the RC 200 for more power.
Pick the R15M for the lower price and more versions.
Spec by spec
Price
Ex-showroom
₹2.32 Lakh
₹1.9 Lakh
On-road in
₹2.62 Lakh
₹2.16 Lakh
EMI, 5 years, 20% down
₹4,394 a month
₹3,632 a month
Headline figures
Powertrain
Petrol, manual
Petrol, manual
Power
25 PS
18.4 PS
Torque
19.2 Nm
14.2 Nm
Gearbox
Manual
Manual
Mileage
35 kmpl
Not published
Engine & Transmission
Displacement
199.5 cc
155 cc
Engine Type
Single Cylinder, 4-Stroke, 4-Valve, DOHC, Liquid-Cooled, FI
Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, SOHC, 4-valve with VVA
Bore x Stroke
72.0 mm x 49.0 mm
58.0 mm x 58.7 mm
Compression Ratio
11.3:1
11.6:1
Cooling
Liquid Cooled with curved radiator
Liquid-cooled
Gearbox
6 Speed Manual (1D 5U)
6-speed, constant mesh
Clutch
Wet Multiplate Clutch
Wet, multiple disc, assist and slipper
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain
Fuel System
Not listed
Fuel injection
Starting
Not listed
Electric start
Variable Valve Actuation
Not listed
Yes, switches cams at 7,400 rpm
E20 Compatible
Not listed
Yes
Brakes & Wheels
Front Brake Type & Diameter
Single Disc, 320 mm, ByBre 4-piston radial caliper
Disc, 282 mm
Rear Brake Type & Diameter
Single Disc, 230 mm, ByBre 1-piston floating caliper
Disc, 220 mm
ABS/CBS Type
Dual Channel ABS (with Supermoto ABS mode)
Dual-channel ABS
Wheel Type
17-inch Lightweight Bionic Cast Alloy Wheels
Not listed
Front Tyre Size
110/70-R17 Tubeless (MRF Revz)
100/80-17 M/C 52P, tubeless
Rear Tyre Size
150/60-R17 Tubeless (MRF Revz)
140/70 R17 M/C 66H, radial tubeless
Suspension & Chassis
Front Suspension
43 mm WP APEX USD Big Piston Fork (120 mm travel)
Upside-down telescopic fork, 37 mm inner tubes
Rear Suspension
WP APEX Monoshock (10-step preload adjustable, 150 mm travel)
Linked-type Monocross
Frame Type
Steel Trellis Frame with bolt-on subframe
Deltabox, aluminium swingarm
Wheelbase
1343 mm
1325 mm
Ground Clearance
158 mm
170 mm
Dimensions
Length
1960 mm
1990 mm
Width
730 mm
725 mm
Height
1110 mm
1135 mm
Seat Height
824 mm
815 mm
Kerb Weight
160 kg
141 (with oil and full fuel tank)
Fuel Tank Capacity
13.7 L (Reserve 2.5 L)
11 litres
Instrument Cluster
Display Type
LCD Full-Digital Inverted Console with Gear Shift Light
Colour TFT (R1-inspired): digital speedometer, tachometer and fuel gauge, gear position indicator, shift timing light, fuel consumption indicator
Bluetooth Connectivity
No
Yes, Y-Connect app (call, SMS and email alerts, music control)
Navigation
No
Turn-by-turn on the TFT via Y-Connect
USB Charging
No
Not listed
Safety & Convenience
Riding Modes
None
Track and Street
Traction Control
No
Yes
Quickshifter
No
Yes, up-shift only
Cruise Control
No
Not listed
Side-Stand Engine Cut-Off
Not listed
Yes
Dual Horn
Not listed
Yes
Lights
Headlight
Halogen Projector Headlamp with LED DRL / Integrated LED Indicators
Bi-functional LED (Class D) with LED position lights
Taillight
Full LED
LED
Turn Indicators
Full LED (Integrated into aerodynamic fairing)
LED
Seat & Storage
Seat Type
Split Stepped Sport Seat with 2-step height-adjustable clip-ons
Not listed
Under-Seat Storage
Minimal tool kit only
Not listed
Choice
Versions
1 version
2 versions
Price range
₹2.32 Lakh
₹1.9 Lakh – ₹2.01 Lakh
Colours
3 colours
2 colours
Features are what each maker lists for its top versions. "Not listed" means the maker's sheet does not mention it, not that the vehicle lacks it.
Same engine and gearbox, closest price
Pick a pair to compare those two versions
Petrol, manual
RC 200₹2.32 Lakh R15M Carbon Edition₹2.01 Lakh R15M ₹31,138 lessOn-road price in six cities
RC 200 RC 200 against R15M R15M
| City | RC 200 | R15M | Gap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mumbai | ₹2.68 Lakh | ₹2.22 Lakh | R15M ₹46,600 less |
| Pune | ₹2.68 Lakh | ₹2.22 Lakh | R15M ₹46,600 less |
| New Delhi | ₹2.62 Lakh | ₹2.16 Lakh | R15M ₹45,359 less |
| Bengaluru | ₹2.85 Lakh | ₹2.35 Lakh | R15M ₹49,494 less |
| Chennai | ₹2.71 Lakh | ₹2.24 Lakh | R15M ₹47,012 less |
| Hyderabad | ₹2.85 Lakh | ₹2.29 Lakh | R15M ₹55,203 less |
Ex-showroom price plus road tax, registration and insurance, by each state's rules. Dealers may add handling charges and accessories.
Common questions
Which is cheaper, the RC 200 or the R15M?
The R15M, by ₹41,348 on the versions compared here: RC 200 RC 200 at ₹2.32 Lakh against R15M R15M at ₹1.9 Lakh, ex-showroom. On the road in Delhi that becomes ₹2.62 Lakh against ₹2.16 Lakh.
Which is more powerful?
The RC 200 RC 200 makes 25 PS and 19.2 Nm and the R15M R15M makes 18.4 PS and 14.2 Nm.
What is the EMI on each?
About ₹4,394 a month for the RC 200 and ₹3,632 for the R15M, on the road in Delhi with 20% down over five years at 9.5%.
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