Yamaha MT-15 V2.0 vs TVS Raider 125 : ,For youngsters and urban riders, the rapidly changing bike market in India has two of the hottest tickets ever: the Yamaha MT-15 V2.0 and the TVS Raider 125. Both appear to share attribute rude looks, modern features and some formidable performance figures for their classes, but they cater slightly to different riding types. So, what will suit your taste better for 2025? Let’s now compare them in detail.
Design and Style
Yamaha’s MT-15 V2.0 has an angry streetfighter stance, from the entire line of MT motorcycles that can be found internationally. The design is ominous with very sharp extensions of the tank, and it sports great LED projector headlamps in front and catchy graphics all over the body.
On the other hand, TVS Raider 125 now takes on a style statement of sports-and-funky design sported very excellently by college-goers and even young professionals, featuring LED headlamps, muscular styling on the tank, and split seat looks for them.
Engine and Performance
The MT-15 V2.0 is powered with a muscular 155cc liquid-cooled engine with an output power of 18.4 PS and torque of 14.1 Nm, mated with a 6-speed gearbox. The really snappy pickup and high-speed performance have been made possible by Yamaha’s VVA (Variable Valve Actuation) technology.
On the other hand, the TVS Raider 125 bites beef with its 124.8cc air-cooled engine producing 11.4 PS of power and 11.2 Nm of torque, paired with a 5-speed honeycomb. Its runs very smooth and refined while offering good low-end torque for city traffic.
Features and Technology
Raider is very well-featured and is equipped with a fully digital instrument console, an optional TFT display with Bluetooth, two riding modes (Eco & Power), as well as silent-starting options. It is indeed one of the most feature-packed in this segment.
Even Yamaha MT-15 is not far behind in packing its features with digital LCD cluster, LED lighting, side-stand cut-off engine, Bluetooth connectivity (higher variants only). It is performance-oriented but lags behind the Raider in terms of features.
Mileage and Pricing
TVS Raider gives an average of around 55 to 60 km/ltr mileage, which is very good for city use. On the other hand, Yamaha MT-15 gives a mileage of around 45 to 50 kmpl OBC, and it is not that bad considering it is a performance motorcycle.
On pricing, the TVS Raider 125 costs nearly ₹1 lakh (ex-showroom), while the Yamaha MT-15 V2.0 costs somewhere near ₹1.68 lakh (ex-showroom), thus making it more premium.
For looks, features, and being economical in a city, the TVS Raider 125 will fit the bill. The Yamaha MT-15 V2.0 makes that extra worth it if what you want is power on tap, highway manners, and sporty riding.