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    Hero Karizma XMR vs Yamaha R15 V4

    Should you buy Hero Karizma XMR or Yamaha R15 V4 Find out which bike is best for you - compare the two models on the basis of their price, mileage, features, colours and other specs. Hero Karizma XMR price in is Rs 1,86,770 (ex-showroom price) whereas the Yamaha R15 V4 price in is Rs 1,74,850 (ex-showroom). The engine in the Karizma XMR makes 25.5 PS and 20.4 Nm . On the other hand, the power and torque of R15 V4 stand at 18.4 PS and 14.2 Nm respectively. Hero offers the Karizma XMR in 4 colours whereas the Yamaha R15 V4 comes in 8 colours. Out of 720 user reviews, R15 V4 scores 4.5 whereas the Hero Karizma XMR tallies 4.3 out of 5 based on 80 user reviews..The Hero Karizma XMR Mileage is around 41.55 kmpl, while the Yamaha R15 V4 Mileage is around 45 kmpl.

    Karizma XMR vs R15 V4

    Key HighlightsKarizma XMRR15 V4
    Mileage (Overall)41.55 kmpl45 kmpl
    Max Power25.5 PS @ 9250 rpm18.4 PS @ 10000 rpm
    Body TypeSports BikesSports Bikes
    Engine Type4-Stroke, 4 Valve, Single Cylinder Liquid Cooled, DOHCLiquid-Cooled, 4 Stroke, SOHC, 4 Valves
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    Hero Karizma XMR vs Yamaha R15 V4 Comparison

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          Hero Karizma XMR
          Hero Karizma XMR
            Rs1,86,770*
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                Yamaha R15 V4
                Yamaha R15 V4
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                Basic Information
                On-Road Price
                Rs.2,14,612* Onwards
                Rs.2,01,538* Onwards
                Mileage (Overall)
                41.55 kmpl
                45 kmpl
                Max Power
                25.5 PS @ 9250 rpm
                18.4 PS @ 10000 rpm
                User Rating
                4.3
                Based on Hero Karizma XMR Reviews
                4.5
                Based on Yamaha R15 V4 Reviews
                Body Type
                Sports Bikes
                EMI Starts₹ 5,890
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                Rate of interest @6%* for 3 years
                ₹ 5,523
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                Rate of interest @6%* for 3 years
                Insurance
                Rs.11,831
                Karizma XMR Insurance
                Rs.11,630
                R15 V4 Insurance
                ColoursIconic YellowTurbo RedPhantom BlackMetallic Red
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                Engine and Transmission
                Engine Type
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                4-Stroke, 4 Valve, Single Cylinder Liquid Cooled, DOHC
                Liquid-Cooled, 4 Stroke, SOHC, 4 Valves
                Displacement
                210 cc
                155 cc
                Number Of Cylinders
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                1
                1
                Cooling System
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                Liquid Cooled
                Liquid Cooled
                Valves (per cylinder)
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                4
                4
                Supply System
                Fuel Injection
                Fuel Injection
                Clutch
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                Wet type Slip & Assist
                Wet, Multiple Disc
                Gearbox
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                6 Speed
                6 Speed
                Bore
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                73 mm
                58 mm
                Stroke
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                50 mm
                58.7 mm
                Compression Ratio
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                12:01
                11.6 : 1
                Emission Norm Compliance
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                bs6.2
                bs6.2
                Max Torque
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                20.4 Nm @ 7250 rpm
                14.2 Nm @ 7500 rpm
                Starting System
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                Self Start Only
                Self Start Only
                Features
                USB Charging PortYes
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                Instrument Console Type
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                Digital
                Digital
                Bluetooth ConnectivityYes
                Bluetooth
                NavigationYes
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                Call/SMS AlertsYesYes
                Speedometer
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                Digital
                Digital
                Tachometer
                Digital
                Digital
                Tripmeter
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                Digital
                Digital
                Odometer
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                Digital
                Digital
                Seat Type
                Split
                Split
                Body Graphics
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                YesYes
                ClockYesYes
                Rear Footpegs
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                YesYes
                Average Fuel Economy Indicator
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                Yes
                Distance To EmptyYes
                -
                Features and Safety
                Braking Type
                Anti-lock Braking System
                -
                Mobile Application
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                Yes
                Fuel Gauge
                Digital
                Digital
                Riding Modes
                Road,Pro,Rally
                Track,Street
                Traction Control
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                Yes
                Quickshifter
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                Yes
                WindscreenYes
                -
                Additional Features/Information
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                Side Stand Engine Cut Off Switch, Shift Timing Light, VVA. VVA Indicator
                Real Time Mileage Indicator
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                Yes
                Performance
                Overall Mileage
                41.55 kmpl
                45 kmpl
                Roll-ons 30-70 kmph (3rd Gear)
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                6.49 Sec
                Roll-ons 40-80 kmph (4th Gear)
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                8.14 Sec
                Acceleration (0-80 Kmph)
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                8.08 Sec
                Acceleration 0-100 kmph (sec)
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                13.25 Sec
                Braking 60-0 km/h
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                18.35 Sec
                Braking 80-0 km/h
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                32.70 Sec
                Braking 100-0 km/h
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                53.96 Sec
                Claimed Top Speed
                130 kmph
                140 kmph
                Dimensions and Capacity
                Fuel Tank Capacity
                11 L
                11 L
                Width
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                760 mm
                725 mm
                Length
                2068 mm
                1990 mm
                Height
                1110 mm
                1135 mm
                Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
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                1.76 L
                Ground Clearance
                160 mm
                170 mm
                Wheelbase
                1351 mm
                1325 mm
                Kerb Weight
                163.5 kg
                141 kg
                Seat height
                810 mm
                815 mm
                Electricals
                Headlight
                LED
                LED
                Taillight
                LED
                LED
                Indicators
                LED
                LED
                Daytime Running LampsYesYes
                Projector HeadlightYesYes
                Low Fuel IndicatorYesYes
                Distance To EmptyYes
                -
                Average Fuel Economy Indicator
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                Yes
                Tyres and Brakes
                Front Brake Size
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                320 mm
                282 mm
                Rear Brake Size
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                230 mm
                220 mm
                Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
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                29 psi
                Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
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                29 psi
                Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
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                33 psi
                Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
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                33 psi
                Underpinnings
                Frame
                Steel Trellis Frame
                Deltabox

                Pros & Cons

                • Pros
                • Cons
                • Hero Karizma XMR

                  • Comfortable riding posture
                  • Plush ride quality
                  • Powerful, highway-friendly engine

                  Yamaha R15 V4

                  • TFT console is feature packed
                  • Razor-sharp handling like a proper sport bike
                  • VVA (Variable Valve Actuation) makes the engine very tractable at city speeds
                • Hero Karizma XMR

                  • Could have better initial bite from the brakes
                  • Tyres could’ve been grippier
                  • Console difficult to read under harsh sunlight

                  Yamaha R15 V4

                  • Aggressive riding posture might not suit everybody
                  • Headlight spread is a bit narrow
                  • Not the most comfortable for pillion riders
                  • The R15M top variant is quite expensive; costs almost the same as some 400cc bikes

                Karizma XMR comparison with similar bikes

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                User Reviews of Comparison

                • Karizma XMR
                • R15 V4
                • S
                  saroj on Sep 28, 2026
                  3.8
                  Very goods
                  The Hero MotoCorp Karizma XMR is a 210cc fully-faired sports motorcycle aimed at riders who want sporty performance without an extremely aggressive riding position Karizma XMR focuses on a balance of performance, comfort, features and sporty styling rather than being a track-focused motorcycle, overall the bike performance is really great.
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                  5 5
                • K
                  kovvuri on Jul 27, 2026
                  5.0
                  Performance
                  Superb bike, excellent pickup and good mileage performance. Bike is also having awesome looks and style. Bike is nice. This is suitable for daily trips and highway long ride also. Good seating comfort and with complete led light setup. My experience with this bike is very nice with low cost of maintenance.
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                  prince on Jul 01, 2026
                  5.0
                  XMRRide The Legend
                  Beast on highway in this segment. Smooth suspension. Overall, great pickup and performance, maintenance is very low, braking is also awesome. Also the handling of the bike is great as well as the grip on the road. Good looking, attention catching, stunning performance and low maintenance. Anywhere you go with this bike, everyone will notice it and many of them ask which bike is this. Pillion comfort is not so good. For a person who wants to be different from the crowded bikes in this segment and wants more performance. Also in this segment, in fully faired bikes, there are very less options like some of them have Plusar RS200, many of them have Yamaha R15 but rarely someone have this pure beast and monster Hero Karizma XMR Combat Edition.
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                  2
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                  abhishek on Aug 31, 2025
                  5.0
                  Xmr 200 top
                  Bestest bikeeee ever in thi segment Killer looks , budget friendly , xtreme performance Best for city use nd easy to rideee Comfartableee forr long ridessss Better than others bike of this rangeee. Best bike fromm heroo Average is alsoo good Not good its awesome with thiisss performance Suggest everyone to buy thisss
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                  sunny on Jun 14, 2025
                  5.0
                  It's very good and speedy.
                  It's very good and speedy. Very good colors combo and also the combat edition is very very good I had a lot of fun riding this bike and it goes upto 100 km per hour in seconds. Amazing design. It's the oldest and fastest of them all. It is very awesome and budget friendly and the balance is also very good. 5 stars
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                  2 1
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                  nabil on Oct 15, 2026
                  5.0
                  childhood dream bike
                  I have loved this bike since my childhood. It has always been my dream bike. I touched this bike through my brother and have also ridden it. I love the handling and comfort, and I have decided to buy this bike. There are many good things to see in this bike. Last but not least, I definitely want this bike in my home.
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                  3 2
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                  saurav on Oct 12, 2026
                  4.7
                  good specification and good maileg
                  A good bike in this price segment, and Yamaha is a great company with great bike models. Love the R15, Yamaha, My dream bike is the Yamaha R15. It offers features like dual-channel ABS, VVA technology, good mileage, and premium hardware. It looks like a much more expensive bike, but I love Yamaha because this bike is priced under ₹2.5 lakh.
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                  21 2
                • K
                  kabir on Sep 13, 2026
                  4.2
                  A sporty bike that delivers
                  I chose the yamaha r15 for its sporty design, sharp handling, reliability, and refined performance. It feels exciting to ride while still being practical enough for everyday use. Its sound mesmerizing and look vibrant in the evening. The riding is comfortable and amazing experience. This bike feels smooth, planted and extremely fun through corners. The handling is excellent also the engine feels refined, and every ride makes me appreciate the bike even more. Definitely happy with my choice. Yes, absolutely I would recommend the yamaha r15 to anyone looking for a sporty, reliable and fun to ride bike. Its easy to handle during high speed less vibration can feel which is a good thing and a refined engine. Also good mileage and a premium riding experience.
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                  3 4
                • A
                  atanu on Aug 23, 2026
                  4.8
                  Neat condition bike with awesome road presence
                  This bike is very good while daily riding is the main factor as the mileage is very good like 43 kmpl in city traffic and the maintenance cost is very low if you ride the bike properly. Also the road presence particularly of this edition is great. If you wish to look good while getting an optimum performance then you can definitely go for it. In my case this bike is in neat condition without any damages or missing parts. All the services done on time and so the warranty is valid.
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                  kumar on Aug 15, 2026
                  5.0
                  R15V4 well maintained bike
                  It's well maintained bike. It's my dream bike also. I drive in hill stations also and it's and amazing experience, higest mileage claimed in this version, every men's dream is to buy a sport bike. R15 is s asport bike. It gives us a thrill when we drive. Mileage is also good. The design of this bike is excellent. I love this bike.
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                  3 2
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                FAQs on Hero Karizma XMR and Yamaha R15 V4

                Q) Which bike is better Hero Karizma XMR or Yamaha R15 V4?

                A) As per our average user rating, Hero Karizma XMR has a score of 4.3/5 while Yamaha R15 V4 has rate of 4.5 /5.

                Q) Which bike among Hero Karizma XMR and Yamaha R15 V4 is cheaper?

                A) Hero Karizma XMR price starts at Rs 1,86,770 & Yamaha R15 V4 price starts at Rs 1,74,850 in Delhi . Yamaha R15 V4 is cheaper between these.
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