KTM RC 200 vs 2024 Yamaha R125
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Technical score (estimate)
Weighted mix of power, torque, power-to-weight, top speed and lighter weight within this comparison only. Not a real-world verdict — riding style and roads matter.
Usage fit (estimate)
Rough scores for city riding, touring, sporty riding and new riders — mix of specs and bike category. Same caveats as the technical score: traffic, skill and tyres matter.
City / commute
Touring / long rides
Sporty riding
New rider friendly
Seat height (cm)
Figures are as in the database; boots, suspension sag and road surface change how tall the bike feels.
- KTM RC 200 82.4 cm Tallest seat here
- 2024 Yamaha R125 82 cm Lowest seat here
Spread in this comparison: about 0.4 cm.
Rough guide: comfortable flat-foot reach often needs inseam roughly in the same ballpark as seat height (varies a lot by ergonomics).
Auto summary from specs
Generated from the numbers in the comparison — not a review.
- Power spans 15 hp (2024 Yamaha R125) up to 25 hp (KTM RC 200).
- Torque spans 11.5 Nm (2024 Yamaha R125) up to 19.5 Nm (KTM RC 200).
- Weight spans 140 kg (KTM RC 200) to 144 kg (2024 Yamaha R125).
- Displacement spans 125 cc (2024 Yamaha R125) to 200 cc (KTM RC 200).
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| Specification | KTM RC 200 | Yamaha R125 |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | KTM | YAMAHA |
| Model | KTM RC 200 | Yamaha R125 |
| Engine size | 200cc | 125cc |
| Power | 25hp | 15hp |
| Torque | 19.5nm. | 11.5nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | Single cylinder, 4 valves | Single cylinder, 4 valves |
| Weight | 140kg | 144kg |
| Front brake | Four-piston radial fixed calliper, brake disc (Bybre) | Hydraulic single disc, Ø292 mm |
| Rear brake | Single-piston floating calliper, brake disc (Bybre) | Hydraulic single disc, Ø220 mm |
| Seat height (cm) | 82.4cm | 82cm |
| Front tyre | 110/70 R17 | 100/80-17 M/C |
| Rear tyre | 150/60 R17 | 140/70-17 M/C |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | WP APEX 43 | Upside-down telescopic fork, Ø41 mm |
| Rear suspension | WP APEX - Monoshock | Swingarm, (Link type suspension) |
| Motorcycle type | Supersport | Supersport |
| Top speed | 145km/h | 145km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 13.7 L – 3 L/100km | 11 L – 2.1 L/100km |
| Service network | ||
| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $2595 | $5303 |
| Brand price lists | View KTM price list | View YAMAHA price list |
| Extra features | -LCD Display |
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2023 KTM RC 200 vs 2024 Yamaha R125: listed specifications
The 2023 KTM RC 200 and 2024 Yamaha R125 are closely matched in weight, while the RC 200 has more displacement, peak power and torque.
Engine displacement
RC 200 has a clearly larger listed engine displacement (200 cc vs 125 cc).
Peak power
RC 200 has a clear listed power advantage (25 hp vs 15 hp).
Torque
RC 200 has a clear listed torque advantage (19.5 Nm vs 11.5 Nm).
Listed top speed
RC 200 and R125 have very similar listed top speeds (145 km/h vs 145 km/h).
Cooling
Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.
Weight and seat height
RC 200 and R125 have very similar listed weights (140 kg vs 144 kg). RC 200 and R125 have very similar seat heights (82.4 cm vs 82 cm).
Conclusion
The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in displacement, peak power and torque, while listed top speed, weight and seat height remain relatively close.
Frequently asked questions
What is the top speed of KTM RC 200 vs Yamaha R125?
Both are listed at 145 km/h (90 mph) top speed in our specification data.
Which has more horsepower, KTM RC 200 or Yamaha R125?
KTM RC 200 has 25 hp compared with 15 hp on the Yamaha R125.
Which is lighter, KTM RC 200 or Yamaha R125?
KTM RC 200 is lighter at 140 kg vs 144 kg for Yamaha R125.
Which is better, KTM RC 200 or Yamaha R125?
It depends on your riding style. Compare top speed, weight, fuel use and price in the table on this page, then vote for the bike you prefer.
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