Yamaha RS 200 vs Hero Electric Cruz (2013)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Yamaha RS 200stacks up against the Hero Electric Cruz. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecYamaha RS 200Hero Electric Cruz
Model year19812013
Price——
Engine198 cc244 cc
Horsepower22 hp13 hp
Torque—15 Nm
Weight—166 kg
Seat height—27 mm
Fuel capacity—4.4 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speedAutomatic
Front brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Single disc
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Single disc
Tires—100/90-18 / 150/80-15

Yamaha RS 200 vs Hero Electric Cruz — which should you buy?

Picking between the Yamaha RS 200 and the Hero Electric Cruz usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Yamaha RS 200 brings 22 hp, while the Hero Electric Cruz counters with 13 hp at 166 kg.

Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: