Royal Enfield Classic 350 vs KTM RC 125

BikeWale brings you comparison of Royal Enfield Classic 350 and KTM RC 125. The ex-showroom price of Royal Enfield Classic 350 is ₹ 1,67,235 and KTM RC 125 is ₹ 1,61,734. Royal Enfield Classic 350 is available in 6 colours and 7 variants and KTM RC 125 is available in 2 colours and 1 variant. 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 Royal Enfield Classic 350 and KTM RC 125.

Classic 350 vs RC 125 Comparison Overview

Key Highlights	Classic 350	RC 125
Price	₹ 1,67,235	₹ 1,61,734
Capacity	346 cc	125 cc
Power	19.1 bhp @ 5250 rpm	14.5 bhp
Economy	36 kmpl	42 kmpl

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Royal Enfield
Classic 350

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Ex-showroom, Mumbai
₹ 1,67,235
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RC 125

Version
BS VI

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₹ 1,61,734
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Royal Enfield
Classic 350
Single Channel ABS - BS VI
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RC 125
BS VI
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Specifications

Power & Performance


Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Max Power	19.1 bhp @ 5,250 rpm	14.5 bhp
Max Torque	28 Nm @ 4,000 rpm	12 Nm
Emission Standard	BS-VI	BS-VI
Displacement (cc)	346	125
Cylinders	1	1
Bore (mm)	70	58
Stroke (mm)	90	47.2
Valves Per Cylinder	2	4
Compression Ratio	8.5 : 1	12.8:1
Ignition	Electronic ignition ECU/Variable	Digital Ignition
Spark Plugs (Per Cylinder)	2	1
Cooling System	Air Cooled	Liquid Cooled
Transmission	5 Speed Manual	6 Speed Manual
Transmission Type	Chain Drive	Chain Drive
Clutch	Wet, Multi-plate	Wet multi-disc clutch
Fuel Delivery System	Fuel Injection	Fuel Injection
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)	13.5	9.5
Reserve Fuel Capacity (litres)	--	1.5
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	472	399
Mileage - ARAI (kmpl)	--	--
Mileage - Owner Reported (kmpl) BikeWale collects mileage information from bike owners to provide you with the actual mileage that you might get.	35	42
Top Speed (Kmph)	--	--

Brakes, Wheels & Suspension


Front Brake Type	Disc	Disc
Front Brake Size (mm)	280	300
Rear Brake Type	Disc	Disc
Rear Brake Size (mm)	240	230
Calliper Type	Front-2 Piston Rear-Single Piston	Front-4 Piston Radial Fixed, Rear- Single-piston floating calliper
Front Wheel Size (inch)	19	17
Rear Wheel Size (inch)	18	17
Front Tyre Size	90/90 - 19" - 52P (tube type)	110/70 R17
Rear Tyre Size	110/90 - 18" - 61P (tube type)	150/60 R17
Tyre Type	Tubed	Tubeless
Radial Tyres	No	Yes
Wheel Type	Spoke	Alloy
Front Suspension	Telescopic, 35mm Forks, 130mm Travel	WP APEX 43
Rear Suspension	Twin gas charged shock absorbers with 5-step adjus	WP APEX Monoshock

Dimensions & Chassis


Kerb Weight (kg)	195	--
Overall Length (mm)	2,160	1,977
Overall Width (mm)	790	--
Overall Height (mm)	1,090	--
Wheelbase (mm)	1,390	1,341
Ground Clearance (mm)	135	178.5
Seat Height (mm)	800	820
Chassis Type	Single Downtube,Using Engine As Stressed Member	Steel trellis frame, powder coated

features


Odometer	Analogue	Digital
DRLs (Daytime running lights)	Yes	Yes
Mobile App Connectivity	No	No
GPS & Navigation	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	Single Channel ABS	Switchable ABS
USB charging port	No	No
Front storage box	No	No
Under seat storage	No	No
AHO (Automatic Headlight On)	Yes	Yes
Speedometer	Analogue	Digital
Fuel Guage	No	Yes
Tachometer	Analogue	Digital
Stand Alarm	No	Yes
Stepped Seat	No	Yes
No. of Tripmeters	0	2
Tripmeter Type	No	Digital
Low Fuel Indicator	Yes	Yes
Low Oil Indicator	Yes	Yes
Low Battery Indicator	Yes	Yes
Pillion Backrest	No	No
Pillion Grabrail	No	Yes
Pillion Seat	No	Yes
Pillion Footrest	Yes	Yes
Digital Fuel Guage	No	Yes
Start Type	Electric Start	Electric Start
Shift Light	No	Yes
Killswitch	Yes	Yes
Clock	No	Yes
Electric System	12V DC	12V DC
Battery	12V - 12 Ah MF	12 V 8 AH VRLA
Headlight Type	Halogen	Projector Headlamp
Headlight Bulb Type	12V, H4-60/55W ( Halogen )	--
Brake/Tail Light	12V, P21/5W	LED tail lamp
Turn Signal	12V, 10W X 4 Nos	Yes
Pass Light	Yes	Yes
Additional features	--	--

BikeWale's Take

Good Things
- Brand image
- Easy service availability
- Comfortable riding posture
- Has a refined and potent 124cc engine
- Offers good handling
- Excellent braking setup
Could be better
- Engine has a lot of vibrations
- Could get better brakes
- Weight is on the heavier side
- Riding position is too aggressive for city riding
- Is pricey
- Could get better features

Colors


Available Colours	Redditch Red Pure Black Mercury Silver Chestnut Classic Black Ash	Orange with White Dark Galvano

Reviews


Overall rating	4.5(3963 ratings) 1193 reviews	4.6(358 ratings) 51 reviews

Performance Parameters


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

Reviews

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Dreams comes true.

This is my childhood dream to buy a royal Enfield the is here when I have my dream in

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Nothing special but extremely costly

Why this much cost to this cycle? For this price, I can buy 2 (150 cc) commuter bikes

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