Comparing the KTM 85 SX and the Yamaha R15 M side by side helps you weigh how each motorcycle fits your riding needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the KTM 85 SX is available at a price on request, while the Yamaha R15 M is priced at ₹211,600. On the engine front, the KTM 85 SX comes with a 84.9 cc unit compared to the Yamaha R15 M's 155 cc, producing 15.5 bhp @ 11500 rpm and 13.5kW(18.4PS)/10000 RPM respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 25 kmpl for the KTM 85 SX versus 45 Kmpl for the Yamaha R15 M. The full specification, pricing and feature breakdown for both motorcycles is available in the table below.
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Engine Specifications |
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| Cooling System | Liquid Cooled | Liquid Cooled |
| Displacement | 84.9 cc | 155 cc |
| Engine Type | 1-cylinder, 2-stroke engine | Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, SOHC, 4-valve |
| Power | 15.5 bhp @ 11500 rpm | 13.5kW(18.4PS)/10000 RPM |
| Torque | 14 Nm @ 8500 rpm | 14.2 Nm (1.4 kgfm) @7,500 RPM |
Performance & Efficiency |
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| Fuel Tank Capacity | 5.2 L | 11 L |
| Mileage | 25 kmpl | 45 Kmpl |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Kerb Weight | approx. 67 kg (without fuel) | 141 |
| Seat Height | 865 mm | 815 |
Brakes & Suspension |
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| ABS | — | Dual Channel ABS |
| Front Brake | Disc 240 mm | Disc 282 mm |
| Front Suspension | XACT 43 WP Upside-Down fork, Ø 43 mm | Telescopic Upside Down Fork (USD Fork) |
| Rear Brake | Disc 220 mm | Disc 220 mm |
| Rear Suspension | XACT WP PDS mono shock | Linked-Type Monocross Suspension |
Tyres & Wheels |
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| Front Tyre | 70/100 - 17 | 100/80 - 17 |
| Rear Tyre | 90/100 - 14 | 140/70 - R17 |
| Tyre Type | Tubed | Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | Spoke | Alloy |
Features & Technology |
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| Headlight | — | Bi-functional LED (Class D) |
Other Specifications |
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| Battery | — | 12 V, 4.0 Ah |
| Bike Image 1 | — |
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| Bike Image 2 | — |
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| Cluster | — | Digital |
| Color Options | Orange | Metallic GreyIcon PerformanceMotoGP Edition |
| Fuel System | Keihin PWK 28 | Fuel Injection |
| Price Variants | STD | 669000 | Metallic Grey | 196100 Icon Performance | 196100 Moto GP Edition | 196100 |
| Starter | Kickstarter | Electric starter |
| Transmission | 6 Speed Manual | Constant mesh, 6-speed |







