Aprilia RS 150 vs Yamaha R15 V3: At present, the Yamaha R15 Version 3.0 is available in India for INR 1.41 lakh while the Aprilia RS 150 was showcased to gauge customer interest at the Auto Expo in February 2018. As buyers will prefer going for Yamaha R15 V3 for its easy availability, the Aprilia RS 150 is also a potential product that one could think about owning when it launches in India in 2020. Here are some points that can help you clear your double thoughts regarding Yamaha R15 V3 and Aprilia RS 150.
Aprilia RS 150 vs Yamaha R15 V3
1) Design and Styling: Yamaha R15 Version 3.0 is a clean departure from V1 and V2 design language, bringing MotoGP M1 style flat fuel tank and thinner front lights. The highest level of interest was to make it aerodynamically more efficient and internally more powerful.
Aprilia RS 150 is a downsized version of RSV4 RR, helping it attain the showstopper profile successfully. It seems like Aprilia built this 150cc bike on the frame and panels from RS 125. Another theory claims that the GPR 150 will serve as the base for India-spec RS 150.
2) Engine & Performance: Yamaha R15 Version 3.0 is powered by a 155.1cc engine producing 19.3 HP of maximum power and 14.7 Nm of peak torque. On the other hand, the Aprilia RS 150 uses a 150cc engine producing 18 HP of power and 14 Nm of torque. The output values are better in R15 while the wet weight will further decide which one out of these two gets the best power-to-weight ratio.
3) Component List: Aprilia RS 150 is a clear winner here with the addition of USD forks along with a 2-channel ABS unit in comparison to the available features on the Yamaha R15 Version 3.0. The Italian marque has not yet confirmed that it will bring exactly the same product to India though, it seems like the brand will localize more and keep the premium features alive for a good plus point. As the Indian government has made it mandatory for all 125cc+ bikes to be equipped with ABS, the Aprilia RS 150 will arrive with standard ABS for sure.
4) Pricing: Yamaha played it safe by skipping the USD forks and launched the R15 V3 ABS for INR 1.39 lakh in India. After the recent price hike, the sportbike is now available at INR 1.41 lakh (ex-showroom). Aprilia is expected to charge a premium of around INR 7,000-8,000 as their sportbike is equipped with USD front forks. The RS 150 is expected to be priced around INR 1.50 lakh (ex-showroom).
Specification Comparison Tables
Engine Specs and Performance
Aprilia RS 150 vs Yamaha R15 V3
| Yamaha R15 V3 | Aprilia RS 150 | |
| Displacement | 155.1cc | 150cc |
| Transmission | 6-Speed | 6-Speed |
| No. of Cylinders | 1-Cylinder | 1-Cylinder |
| Max. Power | 19.3 HP @ 10,000 rpm | 18 HP @ 10,000 rpm |
| Max. Torque | 14.7 Nm @ 8500 rpm | 14 Nm @ 7500 rpm |
| Fuel Supply | Fuel Injection | Fuel Injection |
| Engine Cooling | Liquid-Cooled | Liquid-Cooled |
| Top Speed | 136 kmph (Approx.) | 135 kmph (Expected) |
| Mileage | 40-45 kmpl (Approx.) | 40-45 kmpl (Expected) |
Dimensions and Weight
Aprilia RS 150 vs Yamaha R15 V3
| Yamaha R15 V3 | Aprilia RS 150 | |
| Length | 1990 mm | 1968 mm |
| Width | 725 mm | 760 mm |
| Height | 1135 mm | 1135 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1325 mm | 1353 mm |
| Ground Clearance | 170 mm | NA |
| Seat Height | 815 mm | 820 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 142 kg | NA |
| Fuel Tank | 11 litres | 14.5 litres |
*Approx. figures for Aprilia RS 150
Tyres and Wheels
Aprilia RS 150 vs Yamaha R15 V3
| Yamaha R15 V3 | Aprilia RS 150 | |
| Front Tyre | 100/80-17 | 100/80-17 |
| Rear Tyre | 140/70-17 | 130/70-17 |
| Front Wheel | 17-inch | 17-inch |
| Rear Wheel | 17-inch | 17-inch |
Brakes and Suspension
Aprilia RS 150 vs Yamaha R15 V3
| Yamaha R15 V3 | Aprilia RS 150 | |
| Brakes (F) | 282 mm Disc | 300 mm Disc |
| Brakes (R) | 220 mm Disc | 218 mm Disc |
| Suspension (F) | Telescopic Forks | 41mm USD Forks |
| Suspension (R) | Mono-Shock | Mono-Shock |
| ABS | 2-Channel ABS | 2-Channel ABS |