Bajaj Pulsar RS 200 vs Yamaha MT 15

BikeWale brings you comparison of Bajaj Pulsar RS 200, Yamaha MT 15. The ex-showroom price of Bajaj Pulsar RS 200 is ₹ 1,50,963 , Yamaha MT 15 is ₹ 1,40,639. Bajaj Pulsar RS 200 is available in 6 colours and 1 variant, Yamaha MT 15 is available in 2 colours and 2 variants. Apart from prices, you can also find comparison of these bikes based on displacement, mileage, performance, and many more parameters. Comparison between these bikes have been carried out to help users make correct buying decision between Bajaj Pulsar RS 200, Yamaha MT 15.

Pulsar RS 200 vs MT 15 Comparison Overview

Key Highlights	Pulsar RS 200	MT 15
Price	₹ 1,50,963	₹ 1,40,639
Capacity	199.5 cc	155 cc
Power	24.13 bhp @ 9750 rpm	18.23 bhp @ 10000 rpm
Economy	35 kmpl	45 kmpl

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Bajaj
Pulsar RS 200

Version
BS VI

Ex-showroom, Mumbai
₹ 1,50,963
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Yamaha
MT 15

Version

Ex-showroom, Mumbai
₹ 1,40,639
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Vitpilen 250

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Pulsar RS 200
BS VI
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MT 15
BS VI
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Vitpilen 250
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Specifications

Power & Performance


Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol	Petrol
Max Power	24.13 bhp @ 9,750 rpm	18.23 bhp @ 10,000 rpm	29.63 bhp @ 9,000 rpm
Max Torque	18.7 Nm @ 8,000 rpm	13.9 Nm @ 8,500 rpm	24 Nm @ 7,500 rpm
Emission Standard	BS-VI	BS-VI	BS-VI
Displacement (cc)	199.5	155	248.76
Cylinders	1	1	1
Bore (mm)	72	58	72
Stroke (mm)	49	58.7	61.1
Valves Per Cylinder	4	4	4
Compression Ratio	11 ± 0.5:1	11.6 : 1	--
Ignition	Digital CDI	TCI (transistor controlled ignition)	--
Spark Plugs (Per Cylinder)	3	1	--
Cooling System	Liquid Cooled	Liquid Cooled	Liquid Cooled
Transmission	6 Speed Manual	6 Speed Manual	6 Speed Manual
Transmission Type	Chain Drive	Chain Drive	Chain Drive
Clutch	Wet Multiplate	Wet, Multiple Disc	Multi Disc Slipper Clutch
Fuel Delivery System	Fuel Injection	Fuel Injection	Fuel Injection
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)	13	10	9.5
Reserve Fuel Capacity (litres)	--	--	--
Riding Range (Km) Maximum distance a petrol bike can travel on a full fuel tank and an electric bike can travel on a full charge	455	450	303
Mileage - ARAI (kmpl)	--	--	31.85
Mileage - Owner Reported (kmpl) BikeWale collects mileage information from bike owners to provide you with the actual mileage that you might get.	35	45	--
Top Speed (Kmph)	140.8	--	--

Brakes, Wheels & Suspension


Front Brake Type	Disc	Disc	Disc
Front Brake Size (mm)	300	282	320
Rear Brake Type	Disc	Disc	Disc
Rear Brake Size (mm)	230	220	230
Calliper Type	--	--	--
Front Wheel Size (inch)	17	17	17
Rear Wheel Size (inch)	17	17	17
Front Tyre Size	100/80-17 52 P Tubeless	100/80-17M/C 52P - Tubeless	110/70-R17,54S
Rear Tyre Size	130/70-17 62 P Tubeless	140/70R17M/C 66H - Radial Tubeless	150/60-R17,66S
Tyre Type	Tubeless	Tubeless	Tubeless
Radial Tyres	Yes	Yes	Yes
Wheel Type	Alloy	Alloy	Alloy
Front Suspension	Telescopic with anti-friction bush	Telescopic forks	WP APEX - USD 43 mm
Rear Suspension	Nitrox mono shock absorber with Canister	Linked-type Monocross suspension	WP APEX - Monoshock

Dimensions & Chassis


Kerb Weight (kg)	166	138	166
Overall Length (mm)	1,999	2,020	--
Overall Width (mm)	765	800	--
Overall Height (mm)	1,114	1,070	--
Wheelbase (mm)	1,345	1,335	1,357
Ground Clearance (mm)	157	170	149
Seat Height (mm)	810	810	842
Chassis Type	Pressed steel perimeter beam section frame	Deltabox	Steel Trellis Frame , Powder Coated

features


Odometer	Digital	Digital	Digital
DRLs (Daytime running lights)	Yes	Yes	Yes
Mobile App Connectivity	No	No	No
GPS & Navigation	No	No	No
Braking System CBS, IBS, SBT, UBS, HBS - Combined braking of both front and rear wheel \| ABS - Anti-lock braking system which can be just for front wheel (single channel) or both wheels (dual channel) or can be switched off (switchable) \| E-ABS - Electronic assisted braking system \| Standard - Cable operated	Dual Channel ABS	Single Channel ABS	Dual Channel ABS
USB charging port	No	No	No
Front storage box	No	No	No
Under seat storage	No	No	No
AHO (Automatic Headlight On)	Yes	Yes	Yes
Speedometer	Digital	Digital	Digital
Fuel Guage	Yes	Yes	Yes
Tachometer	Analogue	Digital	Digital
Stand Alarm	Yes	No	--
Stepped Seat	Yes	No	Yes
No. of Tripmeters	2	2	2
Tripmeter Type	Digital	Digital	Digital
Low Fuel Indicator	Yes	Yes	Yes
Low Oil Indicator	Yes	Yes	Yes
Low Battery Indicator	Yes	No	--
Pillion Backrest	No	No	No
Pillion Grabrail	Yes	Yes	Yes
Pillion Seat	Yes	Yes	Yes
Pillion Footrest	Yes	Yes	Yes
Digital Fuel Guage	Yes	Yes	Yes
Start Type	Electric Start	Electric Start	Electric Start
Shift Light	Yes	Yes	--
Killswitch	Yes	Yes	Yes
Clock	Yes	Yes	Yes
Electric System	12 V Full DC MF	12V DC	--
Battery	Maintenance Free Battery	12V,4.0Ah	12V/8Ah
Headlight Type	Dual Projector	LED Headlight	LED Headlamp
Headlight Bulb Type	55W Low beam Projector, 65W High beam Projector	--	--
Brake/Tail Light	LED Tail Lamp	LED Taillight	LED Taillamp
Turn Signal	Yes	12V, 10W x 2	Yes
Pass Light	Yes	Yes	Yes
Additional features	--	--	--

BikeWale's Take

Good Things
- Gets a refined engine
- The six-speed gearbox is slick
- Quite cheap to maintain
- Is easy to ride in the city
- Gets a refined 155cc motor
- Offers good fuel efficiency
- 250cc engine is loaded with power
- Design is cool and quite different
- Possibly one of the most comfortable café racers
Could be better
- Quite pricey for a Bajaj
- The ride quality is too stiff
- Overall fit and finish doesn't justify the price
- Has a stiff suspension setup
- Could get better build quality
- Is pricey
- Quite pricey
- Too compact
- Doesn’t have a decent road presence

Colors


Available Colours	Graphite Black Racing Blue Racing Red Burnt Red Metallic Pearl White Pewter Grey	Metallic Black Dark Matt Blue

Reviews

Overall rating
4.7(1520 ratings)
522 reviews
4.7(545 ratings)
162 reviews
4.8(47 ratings)
9 reviews

Performance Parameters


Visual Appeal	4	4	5
Reliability	4	4	5
Performance	4	4	5
Comfort	4	4	4
Service Experience	4	4	5
Maintenance cost	5	5	3
Extra Features	4	4	3

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