Here is a price and spec based comparison of the KTM RC 160 and the Yamaha R15 V4. The Yamaha R15 V4 is cheaper, retailing at Rs 167,085 whereas the KTM RC 160 sells at Rs 184,998. The Yamaha R15 V4 has the smaller engine here, at 155cc, producing 18.1bhp and , while the KTM RC 160 is powered by a 164.2cc engine which produces 18.1bhp and . Read on for a detailed specification comparison.
| Price |
184,998
Ex-Showroom Price
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167,085
Ex-Showroom Price
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| CC | 164.2 cc | 155 cc | |
| Weight | 155 kg | 141 kg | |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 13.7 litres | 11 litres | |
| BHP | 18.73 bhp @ 9,500 rpm | 18.1 bhp @ 10,000 rpm |
| Brakes & Wheels | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Braking System | Dual Channel ABS | Dual Channel ABS | |
| Front Brake | -- | -- | |
| Front Brake Type | Disc | Disc | |
| Front Wheel Size | 17 inch | 17 inch | |
| Rear Brake | -- | -- | |
| Rear Brake Type | Disc | Disc | |
| Rear Wheel Size | 17 inch | 17 inch | |
| Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) | -- | -- | |
| Tyre Pressure (Rider Only) | -- | -- | |
| Tyre Size | -- | -- | |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless | Tubeless | |
| Wheel Size | -- | -- | |
| Wheel Type | Alloy | Alloy | |
| Dimensions | |||
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 13.7 litres | 11 litres | |
| Ground Clearance | 168 mm | 170 mm | |
| Kerb Weight | 155 kg | 141 kg | |
| Overall Dimensions (LxWxH) | -- | -- | |
| Reserve Fuel Capacity | -- | 1.76 litres | |
| Seat Height | 830 mm | 815 mm | |
| Seat Length | -- | -- | |
| Wheelbase | 1,347 mm | 1,325 mm | |
| Manufacturer Warranty | |||
| Standard Warranty (km) | 30,000 km | 30,000 km | |
| Standard Warranty (Years) | 2 year | 2 year | |
| Vehicle Warranty | -- | -- | |
| Power & Performance | |||
| Battery | 12 V 8 AH | 12V, 4.0Ah | |
| Bore x Stroke | -- | -- | |
| Clutch | Assist And Slipper Clutch | Assist And Slipper Clutch | |
| Compression Ratio | 11.97 : 1 | 11.6 : 1 | |
| Cooling System | Liquid Cooled | Liquid Cooled | |
| Cylinders | 1 | 1 | |
| Displacement | 164.2 cc | 155 cc | |
| Emission Standard | BS6 Phase 2B | BS6 Phase 2 | |
| Engine Type | -- | -- | |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol | |
| Gear Shifting Pattern | 1 Down 5 Up | 1 Down 5 Up | |
| Max Power | 18.73 bhp @ 9,500 rpm | 18.1 bhp @ 10,000 rpm | |
| Max Torque | 15.5 Nm @ 7,500 rpm | 14.2 Nm @ 7,500 rpm | |
| Mileage - ARAI | -- | -- | |
| Mileage - Owner Reported | -- | 45 kmpl | |
| Riding Modes | No | Track and Street | |
| Riding Range | -- | 565 km | |
| Spark Plugs | 1 Per Cylinder | 1 Per Cylinder | |
| Top Speed | 118 kmph | 140 kmph | |
| Transmission | 6 Speed Manual | 6 Speed Manual | |
| Transmission Type | Chain Drive | Chain Drive | |
| Service & Maintenance Schedule | |||
| 1st Service (Days) | -- | 30 | |
| 1st Service (km) | -- | 1000 km | |
| 2nd Service (Days) | -- | 150 | |
| 2nd Service (Kms) | -- | 5000 | |
| 3rd Service (Days) | -- | 270 | |
| 3rd Service (Kms) | -- | 9000 | |
| 4th Service (Days) | -- | 390 | |
| 4th Service (Kms) | -- | 13000 | |
| 5th Service (Days) | -- | -- | |
| 5th Service (Kms) | -- | -- | |
| No. of Free Services | -- | 4 | |
| Suspensions & Chassis | |||
| Chassis Type | Trellis Frame | Deltabox | |
| Front Suspension | Inverted Telescopic Fork, 37mm dia | Upside Down Front Forks | |
| Front Suspension Preload Adjuster | No | No | |
| Rear Suspension | Double rate, Canister Mono shox.- 6 steps (Adjuster Slots) | Linked-Type Monocross Suspension | |
| Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster | Yes | Yes | |
| List of Feature | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Additional Features | -- | -- | |
| Automatic Start Stop | No | No | |
| Average Fuel Consumption | -- | -- | |
| Average Speed | -- | Yes | |
| Boot Light | -- | -- | |
| Brake/Tail Light | LED | LED | |
| Call/SMS Alerts | Yes | Yes | |
| Clock | Yes | Yes | |
| Cruise Control | No | No | |
| Distance to Empty | Yes | No | |
| Document Storage | No | No | |
| DRLs (Daytime Running Lights) | Yes | Yes | |
| Engine Temperature Indicator | Yes | Yes | |
| Front Storage Box | No | No | |
| Fuel Gauge | Digital | Digital | |
| Fuel Lid | -- | -- | |
| Gear Indicator | Yes | Yes | |
| Gear Shift Light | -- | Yes | |
| Geo Fencing | -- | No | |
| GPS & Navigation | Turn by Turn Navigation | No | |
| Hazard Warning Indicator | -- | Yes | |
| Hazard Warning Lights | -- | Yes | |
| Headlight | -- | -- | |
| Headlight Type | LED | LED | |
| Helmet Hooks | -- | -- | |
| High Beam Indicator | Yes | Yes | |
| Instrument Console | -- | -- | |
| Instrument Console Type | Digital | Digital | |
| Keyless Lock/Unlock | No | No | |
| Kill Switch | Yes | Yes | |
| Low Battery Indicator | -- | No | |
| Low Fuel Indicator | Yes | Yes | |
| Low Oil Indicator | -- | Yes | |
| Luggage Hooks | -- | -- | |
| Malfunction Indicator | Yes | Yes | |
| Mobile Phone Connectivity | Bluetooth | Bluetooth | |
| Odometer | Digital | Digital | |
| OTA Updates | Not Available | Not Available | |
| Parking Brake | -- | -- | |
| Pass Light | -- | Yes | |
| Pillion Comfort | -- | -- | |
| Pillion Seat | Split Seat | Stepped Seat | |
| Quickshifter | No | Optional | |
| Real Time Mileage Indicator | -- | -- | |
| Saree Guard | Yes | Yes | |
| Seat Opening Switch | -- | -- | |
| Service Reminder Indicator | Yes | No | |
| Side Stand Engine/Motor Cut-off | Yes | Yes | |
| Silencer Cover | Yes | Yes | |
| Silent Start | No | No | |
| Speedometer | Digital | Digital | |
| Stand Alarm | Yes | Yes | |
| Start Type | Self Start | Self Start | |
| Tachometer | -- | Digital | |
| Touch Screen Display | No | No | |
| Traction Control | No | Yes | |
| Tripmeter | -- | -- | |
| Turn Signal | LED | LED | |
| Under Seat Storage | No | No | |
| USB Charging Port | No | -- | |
| Vehicle Location Tracking | -- | Last Park Location | |
| Voice Assist | No | No | |