Yamaha R15
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Bajaj Pulsar 220 DTSi
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Engine
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Engine type
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Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, SOHC, 4-valve
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Air-cooled, 4-stroke Single Cylinder
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Cylinder arrangement
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Single cylinder
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2
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Displacement
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149 .8cc
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220 cc
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Bore & Stroke
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57×58.7mm
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Compression ratio
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10.4:1
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Maximum power
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17PS / 8,500rpm
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21.04 @ 8500 rpm
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Maximum torque
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15 N.m / 7,500rpm
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19.12 Nm @ 7000 rpm
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Starting system
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Electric Start
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Electric Start
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Lubrication
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wet sump
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NA
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Engine oil capacity
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1.0 liters
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NA
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Fuel tank capacity
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12 liters
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15 Liters
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Fuel supply system
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Electronic fuel injection
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NA
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Ignition system
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T.C.I
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NA
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Primary / Secondary reduction ratio
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3.042 / 3.000
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NA
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Clutch type
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Constant-mesh wet multi-plate
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Wet Multi plate
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Transmission type
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Return type 6-speed
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5
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Gear ratios
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1st=2.833, 2nd-1.875, 3rd:=1.364,
4th=1.143, 5th=0.957, 6th=0.84 |
1-down, 4-up
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Frame type
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Delta box Frame Caster / Trail 26° / 100mm
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NA
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Tire size(Front / Rear)
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80/90-17 / 100/80-17
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90/90 x 17 – Tubeless/120/80 x 17 – Tubeless
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Brake type (Front / Rear)
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Hydraulic, single disc (Front / Rear)
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Disc 260 mm Disc / Disc 230 mm Drum
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Suspension type (Front / Rear)
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Telescopic / Linked type Motocross
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Telescopic, 130 mm stroke/Nitro, with 90mm travel
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Headlight
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12V-35W / 35W-35W
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High Ellipsoidal Lamp, 55W
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Overall Length x Width x Height
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1,995mm x 670mm x 1,070mm
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1165 x 2035 x 750
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Seat height
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790mm
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NA
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Wheelbase
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1,290mm
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1350
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Minimum ground clearance
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160mm
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165mm
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Dry weight / Curb weight
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120kg / 131kg
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NA/150
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The R15 quickly accelerates than the Pulsar. It has a top whack of 145kmph which is quite decent for a 150cc bike. Other than decent it is best as this output is not being delivered by a 150cc bike. On the other hand the Pulsar also does a top whack of 145kmph with ease. Both of them need to red line before making it to 145kmph. One more attractive point about both of them is the gear pattern. The R15 has six gears which means pick up and top speed is achieved in systematized manner. On the other hand the Pulsar has 5 speed gear box which is same like the old one. Red line gear change ensures they give maximum out put which is 145kmph. The fastest Indian does not carry the same tab again. In a straight line drag the Pulsar will go ahead of the R15 but later on will be overtaken by the R15.
Balancing act
The Pulsar is edgy when it comes to handling in traffic. It might not be easy to ride but maneuvering is simple. Since it has 5 speed gear box the first gear churns out very good output which throttles the bike to 40kmph. Seating position on the Pulsar is not that great since its clips are not located at the right location. On the other hand the R15 does a perfect job in delivering the right riding posture. The rider is in comfortable position all the time when he is on the R15. Cornering both the bikes is not a problem since they are made for race situations.
The Pulsar is edgy when it comes to handling in traffic. It might not be easy to ride but maneuvering is simple. Since it has 5 speed gear box the first gear churns out very good output which throttles the bike to 40kmph. Seating position on the Pulsar is not that great since its clips are not located at the right location. On the other hand the R15 does a perfect job in delivering the right riding posture. The rider is in comfortable position all the time when he is on the R15. Cornering both the bikes is not a problem since they are made for race situations.
Mileage
The Pulsar is not that great when it comes to economy. All the previous versions are not that great petrol churners. The Pulsar returns a fuel economy of 30 to 35kmpl. On the other hand the R15 delivers very decent average of 40kmpl. The reason for more average is due to the low engine capacity.
The Pulsar is not that great when it comes to economy. All the previous versions are not that great petrol churners. The Pulsar returns a fuel economy of 30 to 35kmpl. On the other hand the R15 delivers very decent average of 40kmpl. The reason for more average is due to the low engine capacity.
Time for the road
The Yamaha R15 is costly but definitely the best option when it comes to performance and looks. If you have some money crunch then the Pulsar will give you equated performance. It will fail in ride quality with some economy too.
The Yamaha R15 is costly but definitely the best option when it comes to performance and looks. If you have some money crunch then the Pulsar will give you equated performance. It will fail in ride quality with some economy too.
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