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KTM RC 160 Vs Yamaha YZF R15 V4.0 comparison

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₹ 1.85 Lakh
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KTM RC 160 Vs Yamaha YZF R15 V4.0 Comparison: Which Bike is Better?

Trying to figure out which of these bikes or scooters to buy? Compare the RC 160 Vs YZF R15 V4.0 on carandbike to make an informed buying decision as to which bike to buy in 2026. This comparison has been carried out on the basis of prices, engine specifications, mileage, and features of these two-wheelers.

RC 160 Vs YZF R15 V4.0 – Which model is Cheapest?

The ex-showroom price of the Yamaha YZF R15 V4.0 in New Delhi starts at ₹ 1.69 Lakh and goes up to ₹ 1.74 Lakh for the fully-loaded model. On the other hand, KTM RC 160 price in New Delhi of base variant starts at ₹ 1.85 Lakh.

SummaryKTM RC 160Yamaha YZF R15 V4.0
Price₹ 1.85 Lakh₹ 1.69 Lakh
ManufacturerKTMYamaha
Body TypeCommuterCommuter
MileageN/A50.00 KM/L
Power18.73 bhp @ 9500 rpm bhp18.1 bhp @ 10000 rpm bhp
Engine164.2 CC155.0 CC
Fuel TypePetrolPetrol

RC 160 Vs YZF R15 V4.0 – Which gives Better Mileage?

As for the claimed fuel efficiency, the Yamaha YZF R15 V4.0 base engine returns 50 KM/L. The KTM RC 160 base returns 0 KM/L.

RC 160 Vs YZF R15 V4.0 – Which has a Better Engine Efficiency?

In the powertrain department, the Yamaha YZF R15 V4.0 gets bhp Petrol engine, whereas the KTM RC 160 comes in bhp Petrol engine.

Engine & Performance

Engine Type 4 Stroke, Single Cylinder, SOHC, Internal Combustion EngineLiquid-cooled, 4-stroke, SOHC, 4-valve
Engine CC 164.2 CC155.0 CC
Engine Power 18.73 Bhp @ 9500 Rpm18.1 Bhp @ 10000 Rpm
Max Torque 15.5 Nm @ 7500 Rpm14.2 Nm @ 7500 Rpm
Top Speed 118 kmph140 kmph
No. of Gears 6 Gears6 Gears
Emission Standard BS6 Phase 2BBS6 Phase 2
Valves per Cylinder 14
Cooling System Liquid CooledLiquid Cooled
Fuel Delivery Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI)Fuel Injection
Starting Mechanism Self StartSelf Start

Dimension and Weight

Length 1965 mm1990 mm
Width 701 mm725 mm
Height 1150 mm1135 mm
Wheelbase 1347 mm1325 mm
Ground Clearance 168 mm170 mm
Kerb Weight 155 kg141 kg
Seat Height 830 mm815 mm
Chassis Type TubularDeltabox

Fuel Efficiency

Fuel tank Capacity 13.7 L11.0 L
Reserve Fuel Capacity 1.5 L1.8 L
Mileage N/A50.00 KM/L
Overall Riding Range N/A550 km

Suspension Brakes & Wheels

Front Suspension WP APEX USD Forks, 37 Mm Diameter, Travel - 130 MmTelescopic Upside Down Fork (USD Fork)
Rear Suspension Canister Monoshock, 6 Step Adjustable, Travel - 165 MmLinked-Type Monocross Suspension
Front Brake Type DiscDisc
Front Disc/Drum Size 320 mm282 mm
Rear Brake Type DiscDisc
Rear Disc/Drum Size 230 mm220 mm
Tyre Type TubelessTubeless
Front Tyre 110/70-17100/80-17M/C 52P - Tubeless
Rear Tyre 140/60 R17140/70R17M/C 66H - Radial Tubeless
Wheel Type AlloyAlloy Wheels

Standard Features

Instrument Console5 Inch DigitalDigital Display
OdometerDigitalDigital Display
SpeedometerDigitalDigital Display
Fuel GaugeDigitalDigital Display
Start MechanismSelf StartPush-Button Start
Hazard Warning IndicatorYesYes
Stand IndicatorNoYes
Tripmeter Countticktick
Tripmeter TypeDigitalDigital
TachometerDigitalYes
Low Battery IndicatorNoYes
Gear IndicatorYesYes
Low Fuel IndicatorYesYes
ClockYesYes
Service Reminder IndicatorYesYes
Pillion Seat TypeSplit SeatSeparate
Remote KeyNoYes
Cruise ControlNoYes
155 cc LC4V SOHC FI Engine with VVA-tick
Riding Mode-tick
Traction Control System-tick
Variable Valves Actuation (VVA)-tick

Safety Features

Traction ControlNoYes
ABSDual ChannelDual Channel
Engine Kill SwitchYesYes
Anti-TheftNoYes

Electricals

Head LightLEDLED
Tail LightLEDLED
Turn Signal LampNoYes
DRLsYesYes
AHO (Automatic Headlight On)YesYes
Hazard Warning IndicatorYesYes

Advanced Features

Mobile Phone ConnectivityYesYes
Bluetooth ConnectivityYesYes
Call/SMS AlertsYesYes
GPS & NavigationYesYes
USB Charging PortYesYes
SOSNoNo

Manufacturer Warranty

Battery WarrantyNo3 Years
Standard Vehicle WarrantyNo3 Years

Additonal Features

Assist & Slipper Clutch-tick
Y-Connect (Smartphone Bluetooth Connectivity)-tick

Key Features

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