| Battery & Range | - Fuel tank capacity 14.5 L
- Designed for efficient touring; typical mileage around 30–31 kmpl
| - Fuel tank capacity 8.1L
- Claimed mileage around 48.75 kmpl
- 155cc liquid-cooled VVA engine for efficient touring
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| Motor Power & Drivetrain | - 249.07cc single-cylinder, 4-valve, liquid-cooled, FI, SOHC LC4c engine
- Max power 31 PS @ 9250 rpm
- Max torque 25 Nm @ 7250 rpm
- Bosch electronic fuel injection (EFI)
- 6-speed gearbox with slipper clutch
- Ride-by-wire throttle with Quickshifter+
- Chain final drive, adventure-tuned ratios
| - 155cc liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, SOHC, 4-valve single-cylinder engine
- Maximum output 12.3kW (16.7PS) @ 10,000 rpm
- Maximum torque 14.3 Nm @ 6,500 rpm
- Fuel Injection supply system
- Variable Valve Actuation (VVA) present
- Wet, multiple-disc clutch
- Constant mesh 6-speed transmission
- Electric starter, TCI ignition system
- Wet sump lubrication, engine oil capacity 1.10L
- BS6-compliant engine for Nepal market
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| Wheelbase & Ground Clearance | - Ground clearance 228 mm
- Long-travel WP APEX suspension: 200 mm front, 205 mm rear travel
| - Wheelbase 1430 mm
- Minimum ground clearance 245 mm
- High ground clearance suited to off-road trails
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| Dimensions | - Split-trellis steel frame with bolt-on subframe
- Saddle height around 855 mm
- Kerb weight approx 177 kg
| - Length 2145 mm, width 840 mm, height 1200 mm
- Seat height 880 mm
- Kerb weight 134 kg with oil and full fuel
- Single blue colour option for Nepal market
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| Cargo | - Underseat storage minimal; space mainly for toolkit
- Designed for external luggage racks and panniers, not large underseat storage
| - No dedicated underseat cargo storage disclosed
- Dual-purpose design prioritises off-road capability over luggage
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| Comfort & Interior | - WP APEX USD front forks, 43 mm, 200 mm travel
- WP APEX rear monoshock, 205 mm travel, 10-step adjustable
- Ergonomic seat and upright riding position for touring
- High saddle with Dakar-style ergonomics suits tall riders
| - Long-travel telescopic front fork and link-type rear suspension for comfort
- Rear swingarm with gas-charged shock absorber
- Narrow off-road style seat, 880 mm height
- Ergonomics tuned for standing and seated off-road riding
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| Infotainment & Convenience | - 5-inch full-color TFT display standard
- 12V USB socket / power outlet for devices
- Ride modes not mentioned; offroad ABS switchable
- LED indicators and modern switchgear
| - Fully digital meter panel
- Digital speedometer present
- Hazard lamp function available
- Multi-function LCD instrument cluster
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| Safety | - Front brake: 320 mm disc with radially mounted caliper
- Rear brake: 240 mm disc with floating caliper
- Switchable Offroad ABS for loose surfaces
- Slipper clutch aids stability during aggressive downshifts
- Robust frame and suspension for mixed terrain riding
| - Front hydraulic disc brake
- Rear hydraulic disc brake
- Dual-channel ABS reported for Nepal spec
- Knobby dual-purpose tyres: 2.75-21 front, 4.10-18 rear, tube type
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| Design & Exterior | - Dakar Rally-inspired styling and bodywork
- Two colors: Ceramic White and Electronic Orange
- Adventure beak, high ground clearance, long-travel stance
- Halogen headlamp with LED pilot lamps
| - Semi double cradle frame
- Telescopic front suspension, rear link suspension with gas-charged shock
- 21-inch front and 18-inch rear spoke wheels with off-road tyres
- Adventure / dual-sport styling under ‘The Call of the Blue’ campaign
- Single Yamaha Blue colour for Nepal launch
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| Sales & Imports | - Sold as a single mechanical variant in Nepal
- Ex-showroom Nepal price Rs 7,79,900
- Registration, road tax, insurance extra and province-dependent
- All data for Nepal variant sourced via official KTM Nepal
| - Officially sold in Nepal by MAW Yamaha as a single WR-155R variant
- Launch price announced at Rs 7.49–7.50 lakh on-road Nepal
- Introduced at NADA Auto Show 2024
- Imported as a fully built unit for the Nepal market
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| Value for Money Verdict | - Premium features like Quickshifter+ and Offroad ABS at mid-range price
- Strong value for dual-use touring and light offroad riders
- Price higher than 200cc rivals but offers more performance and tech
| - Positioned as a light, powerful dirt/adventure bike for mixed terrain
- Price around Rs 7.50 lakh seen as premium yet competitive for segment
- Strong value for enthusiasts seeking off-road-ready Japanese reliability
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| Pros | - New LC4c engine with higher power and torque than earlier 250
- 228 mm ground clearance improves offroad capability
- WP APEX long-travel suspension handles rough roads well
- Quickshifter+ and switchable Offroad ABS standard in Nepal
- Adventure ergonomics suited to touring and commuting
| - Strong 155cc VVA engine with good power and torque for its class
- High 245 mm ground clearance and off-road suspension
- Fully digital meter with hazard lamp adds modern feel
- Dual disc brakes, reported dual-channel ABS for better control
- Light kerb weight 134 kg aids agility off-road
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| Cons | - High seat height can be challenging for shorter riders
- Limited underseat storage; needs external luggage solutions
- Premium pricing versus simpler 250cc street bikes in Nepal
- Halogen headlamp less advanced than full-LED setups
| - Tall 880 mm seat height challenging for shorter riders
- Tube-type tyres less convenient than tubeless for puncture repairs
- Single colour option limits personalisation
- Premium pricing vs smaller-capacity trail bikes in Nepal
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