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Lightning LS-218 vs Yamaha DT 175
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Lightning LS-218
৳46,888
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Yamaha DT 175
৳0
Complete Specifications Comparison
Basic Information
Engine Type
IPM liquid-cooled electric motor
Air-cooled, 2-stroke, reed-valve, single-cylinder
Engine Type
IPM liquid-cooled electric motor
Air-cooled, 2-stroke, reed-valve, single-cylinder
Controller Type
FluxVector Drive System
N/A
Controller Type
FluxVector Drive System
N/A
Transmission Type
N/A
Constant Mesh
Transmission Type
N/A
Constant Mesh
Clutch Type
N/A
Wet multi-plate
Clutch Type
N/A
Wet multi-plate
Drive Type
Direct Single Speed Drive
Chain Drive
Drive Type
Direct Single Speed Drive
Chain Drive
Brand
Lightning
Yamaha
Brand
Lightning
Yamaha
Model
Lightning LS-218
DT 175
Model
Lightning LS-218
DT 175
Bike Name
Lightning LS-218
Yamaha DT 175
Bike Name
Lightning LS-218
Yamaha DT 175
Model Year
2014
2025
Model Year
2014
2025
Category/Type
Super Bike
Adventure
Category/Type
Super Bike
Adventure
Country of Origin
USA
Japan
Country of Origin
USA
Japan
Assembly Location
USA
Imported
Assembly Location
USA
Imported
Status
Not available in Bangladesh
Discontinued
Status
Not available in Bangladesh
Discontinued
Colors Available
Not specified
Green, White, Blue (International Colors)
Colors Available
Not specified
Green, White, Blue (International Colors)
Battery Type
Lithium-ion
Lead-Acid (6V or 12V system depending on model year)
Battery Type
Lithium-ion
Lead-Acid (6V or 12V system depending on model year)
Charger Type
Level 2, Level 3, Lightning-Fast Charge System (LFCS)
N/A
Charger Type
Level 2, Level 3, Lightning-Fast Charge System (LFCS)
N/A
Seat Type
Comfortable, ergonomic
Long, Single-piece Dual-Sport
Seat Type
Comfortable, ergonomic
Long, Single-piece Dual-Sport
Handle Type
Standard
Wide Off-road/Scrambler Handlebar
Handle Type
Standard
Wide Off-road/Scrambler Handlebar
Frame Type
Not specified
Tubular Steel, Semi-Double Cradle
Frame Type
Not specified
Tubular Steel, Semi-Double Cradle
Swingarm Type
N/A
Steel Swingarm with Monocross Suspension
Swingarm Type
N/A
Steel Swingarm with Monocross Suspension
Engine & Performance
Displacement (cc)
N/A
171 cc
Displacement (cc)
N/A
171 cc
Maximum Power
244180.00
12.9 kW (17.5 PS/17.2 Bhp) @ 7,000 rpm
Maximum Power
244180.00
12.9 kW (17.5 PS/17.2 Bhp) @ 7,000 rpm
Maximum Torque
298220.00
18.6 Nm (1.9 kgf⋅m) @ 5,500 rpm
Maximum Torque
298220.00
18.6 Nm (1.9 kgf⋅m) @ 5,500 rpm
Peak Power
244 HP
17.2 Bhp
Peak Power
244 HP
17.2 Bhp
Number of Cylinders
N/A
1
Number of Cylinders
N/A
1
Valve Configuration
N/A
Not Applicable (2-Stroke Engine)
Valve Configuration
N/A
Not Applicable (2-Stroke Engine)
Valves Per Cylinder
N/A
Not Applicable (2-Stroke Engine)
Valves Per Cylinder
N/A
Not Applicable (2-Stroke Engine)
Bore
N/A
66.0 mm
Bore
N/A
66.0 mm
Stroke
N/A
50.0 mm
Stroke
N/A
50.0 mm
Bore x Stroke
N/A
66.0 mm x 50.0 mm
Bore x Stroke
N/A
66.0 mm x 50.0 mm
Compression Ratio
N/A
6.7:1
Compression Ratio
N/A
6.7:1
Cooling System
Liquid-cooled
N/A
Cooling System
Liquid-cooled
N/A
Fuel Supply System
N/A
Carburetor (VM24)
Fuel Supply System
N/A
Carburetor (VM24)
Ignition System
Electric Start
C.D.I. (Capacitor Discharge Ignition)
Ignition System
Electric Start
C.D.I. (Capacitor Discharge Ignition)
Engine Layout
IPM liquid-cooled electric motor
Vertical Single
Engine Layout
IPM liquid-cooled electric motor
Vertical Single
Engine Oil Grade
N/A
2-Stroke Engine Oil (Separate Lubrication System - Autolube)
Engine Oil Grade
N/A
2-Stroke Engine Oil (Separate Lubrication System - Autolube)
Valve Adjustment Interval
N/A
N/A
Valve Adjustment Interval
N/A
N/A
Starting System
Electric Start
Kick Start
Starting System
Electric Start
Kick Start
Engine Kill Switch
Yes
Available
Engine Kill Switch
Yes
Available
Power-to-Weight Ratio
Not specified
High (Approx. 160 Bhp/Ton)
Power-to-Weight Ratio
Not specified
High (Approx. 160 Bhp/Ton)
Power Consumption
Not specified
N/A
Power Consumption
Not specified
N/A
Motor Power
244 HP
N/A
Motor Power
244 HP
N/A
Emission Standard
Zero Emission (Electric)
Older Standard (Not current Euro/BS/Local equivalent)
Emission Standard
Zero Emission (Electric)
Older Standard (Not current Euro/BS/Local equivalent)
Battery Power
Up to 28 kWh (LFCS option)
N/A
Battery Power
Up to 28 kWh (LFCS option)
N/A
Power Mode Indicator
Yes
N/A
Power Mode Indicator
Yes
N/A
Fuel & Mileage
Engine Oil Capacity
N/A
0.9 Liters (2-stroke oil tank capacity)
Engine Oil Capacity
N/A
0.9 Liters (2-stroke oil tank capacity)
Fuel Tank Capacity
N/A
9.5 Liters
Fuel Tank Capacity
N/A
9.5 Liters
Fuel Economy
N/A
1.82 Liter/100 km (International claim)
Fuel Economy
N/A
1.82 Liter/100 km (International claim)
Average Mileage
N/A
Approx. 35 kmpl (User-reported BD estimate)
Average Mileage
N/A
Approx. 35 kmpl (User-reported BD estimate)
Mileage City
N/A
Approx. 30 kmpl (User-reported BD estimate)
Mileage City
N/A
Approx. 30 kmpl (User-reported BD estimate)
Mileage Highway
N/A
Approx. 40 kmpl (User-reported BD estimate)
Mileage Highway
N/A
Approx. 40 kmpl (User-reported BD estimate)
Load Capacity
N/A
N/A
Load Capacity
N/A
N/A
Battery Capacity
122028.0
N/A
Battery Capacity
122028.0
N/A
Range
160–180 miles (260–290 km) standard battery; up to 335 miles (540 km) with 28 kWh LFCS
N/A
Range
160–180 miles (260–290 km) standard battery; up to 335 miles (540 km) with 28 kWh LFCS
N/A
Range Indicator
Yes
N/A
Range Indicator
Yes
N/A
Range Per Charge (Eco)
Up to 335 miles
N/A
Range Per Charge (Eco)
Up to 335 miles
N/A
Range Per Charge (Normal)
160–180 miles
N/A
Range Per Charge (Normal)
160–180 miles
N/A
Range Per Charge (Sport)
Not specified
N/A
Range Per Charge (Sport)
Not specified
N/A
Low Fuel Warning
Battery low indicator
Available (Reserve tap)
Low Fuel Warning
Battery low indicator
Available (Reserve tap)
Performance & Speed
Top Speed
N/A
Approx. 120 kmph (International Claim)
Top Speed
N/A
Approx. 120 kmph (International Claim)
Acceleration (0-60)
N/A
N/A
Acceleration (0-60)
N/A
N/A
Acceleration (0-100)
N/A
N/A
Acceleration (0-100)
N/A
N/A
Quick Shifter
No
N/A
Quick Shifter
No
N/A
Launch Control
No
N/A
Launch Control
No
N/A
Traction Control
N/A
N/A
Traction Control
N/A
N/A
Transmission & Drive
Number of Gears
N/A
6-Speed
Number of Gears
N/A
6-Speed
Gear Pattern
Single speed
1-N-2-3-4-5-6 (Return Shift)
Gear Pattern
Single speed
1-N-2-3-4-5-6 (Return Shift)
Gear Ratios
N/A
N/A
Gear Ratios
N/A
N/A
Primary Drive
Chain drive
N/A
Primary Drive
Chain drive
N/A
Final Drive
Chain
Chain
Final Drive
Chain
Chain
Drive Chain/Belt Type
Chain drive
Drive Chain
Drive Chain/Belt Type
Chain drive
Drive Chain
Chain/Belt Life
N/A
N/A
Chain/Belt Life
N/A
N/A
Dimensions & Weight
Overall Length
N/A
2,110 mm
Overall Length
N/A
2,110 mm
Overall Width
N/A
865 mm
Overall Width
N/A
865 mm
Overall Height
N/A
1,165 mm
Overall Height
N/A
1,165 mm
Wheelbase
N/A
1,340 mm
Wheelbase
N/A
1,340 mm
Ground Clearance
N/A
260 mm
Ground Clearance
N/A
260 mm
Seat Height
32813
830 mm
Seat Height
32813
830 mm
Step-up Seat Height
N/A
N/A
Step-up Seat Height
N/A
N/A
Kerb Weight
495225.0
107 kg (With oil and full fuel tank)
Kerb Weight
495225.0
107 kg (With oil and full fuel tank)
Gross Weight
495225
N/A
Gross Weight
495225
N/A
Battery Weight
Not specified
N/A
Battery Weight
Not specified
N/A
Brakes & Safety
Front Brake Type
Brembo Monoblock calipers
Drum brake
Front Brake Type
Brembo Monoblock calipers
Drum brake
Rear Brake Type
Brembo caliper
Drum brake
Rear Brake Type
Brembo caliper
Drum brake
Front Brake Size
320.0
N/A
Front Brake Size
320.0
N/A
Rear Brake Size
320.0
N/A
Rear Brake Size
320.0
N/A
ABS Type
No ABS
N/A
ABS Type
No ABS
N/A
Brake Pad Life
N/A
N/A
Brake Pad Life
N/A
N/A
Braking Distance
Not specified
N/A
Braking Distance
Not specified
N/A
Regenerative Braking
Yes, programmable
N/A
Regenerative Braking
Yes, programmable
N/A
Anti-Theft System
Two kill switches
N/A
Anti-Theft System
Two kill switches
N/A
Central Lock
Yes
N/A
Central Lock
Yes
N/A
Remote Lock
No
N/A
Remote Lock
No
N/A
Handle Lock
Yes
Available
Handle Lock
Yes
Available
Steering Lock
Yes
Available
Steering Lock
Yes
Available
Suspension & Handling
Front Suspension Type
Fully adjustable Öhlins FGRT inverted fork (43mm)
Telescopic fork
Front Suspension Type
Fully adjustable Öhlins FGRT inverted fork (43mm)
Telescopic fork
Rear Suspension Type
Öhlins TTX36 Shock
Monocross (Swingarm with single shock absorber)
Rear Suspension Type
Öhlins TTX36 Shock
Monocross (Swingarm with single shock absorber)
Front Suspension Travel
N/A
200 mm (International specification)
Front Suspension Travel
N/A
200 mm (International specification)
Rear Suspension Travel
N/A
155 mm (International specification)
Rear Suspension Travel
N/A
155 mm (International specification)
Adjustable Controls
Fully adjustable Öhlins suspension
N/A
Adjustable Controls
Fully adjustable Öhlins suspension
N/A
Climbing Ability
Not specified
Excellent (Due to lightweight, high ground clearance, and torque)
Climbing Ability
Not specified
Excellent (Due to lightweight, high ground clearance, and torque)
Wheels & Tires
Front Tyre Size
120/70ZR17
2.75−21 45P (Tube Type)
Front Tyre Size
120/70ZR17
2.75−21 45P (Tube Type)
Rear Tyre Size
190/55ZR17
4.10−18 59P (Tube Type)
Rear Tyre Size
190/55ZR17
4.10−18 59P (Tube Type)
Front Wheel Size
17
21-inch
Front Wheel Size
17
21-inch
Rear Wheel Size
17
18-inch
Rear Wheel Size
17
18-inch
Tyre Type
N/A
Tube tyre
Tyre Type
N/A
Tube tyre
Tyre Brand
N/A
N/A
Tyre Brand
N/A
N/A
Tyre Life
N/A
N/A
Tyre Life
N/A
N/A
Wheel Type
Tubeless
N/A
Wheel Type
Tubeless
N/A
Wheel Material
7075 Forged Aluminum
N/A
Wheel Material
7075 Forged Aluminum
N/A
Electrical & Battery
Motor Efficiency
Not specified
N/A
Motor Efficiency
Not specified
N/A
Motor Life
Not specified
N/A
Motor Life
Not specified
N/A
Motor Placement
Integrated motor and controller
N/A
Motor Placement
Integrated motor and controller
N/A
Motor Controller
FluxVector Drive System
N/A
Motor Controller
FluxVector Drive System
N/A
Controller Voltage
300V
N/A
Controller Voltage
300V
N/A
Controller Life
Not specified
N/A
Controller Life
Not specified
N/A
Battery Voltage
300.0
N/A
Battery Voltage
300.0
N/A
Battery Rating
N/A
N/A
Battery Rating
N/A
N/A
Battery Life
N/A
N/A
Battery Life
N/A
N/A
Battery Warranty
Not specified
N/A
Battery Warranty
Not specified
N/A
Battery Removable
No
N/A
Battery Removable
No
N/A
Battery Replacement Cost
N/A
N/A
Battery Replacement Cost
N/A
N/A
Battery Health Check
Yes
N/A
Battery Health Check
Yes
N/A
Battery Life Indicator
Yes
N/A
Battery Life Indicator
Yes
N/A
Battery Management System
Yes
N/A
Battery Management System
Yes
N/A
Charging Time
12 min to 80% (LFCS), 35 min (Level 3), 120 min (Level 2)
N/A
Charging Time
12 min to 80% (LFCS), 35 min (Level 3), 120 min (Level 2)
N/A
Charging Port
Yes
N/A
Charging Port
Yes
N/A
Charging Input
120-240V AC
N/A
Charging Input
120-240V AC
N/A
Fast Charging
Yes
N/A
Fast Charging
Yes
N/A
USB Charging
No
N/A
USB Charging
No
N/A
Lighting & Display
Error Code Display
Yes
N/A
Error Code Display
Yes
N/A
Headlight Type
LED
Halogen Bulb
Headlight Type
LED
Halogen Bulb
Tail Light Type
N/A
Bulb
Tail Light Type
N/A
Bulb
Turn Signal Type
N/A
Bulb
Turn Signal Type
N/A
Bulb
DRL
N/A
N/A
DRL
N/A
N/A
Hazard Light
No
N/A
Hazard Light
No
N/A
Display Type
Digital LCD
Analog
Display Type
Digital LCD
Analog
Speedometer Type
Digital
Analog
Speedometer Type
Digital
Analog
Odometer Type
Digital
Analog
Odometer Type
Digital
Analog
Tachometer Type
N/A
Analog
Tachometer Type
N/A
Analog
Fuel Gauge Type
Battery level indicator
N/A
Fuel Gauge Type
Battery level indicator
N/A
Clock
Digital LCD
N/A
Clock
Digital LCD
N/A
Pass Light Switch
Yes
N/A
Pass Light Switch
Yes
N/A
Side Stand Indicator
No
N/A
Side Stand Indicator
No
N/A
Technology & Features
Trip Meter
N/A
Available (Analog)
Trip Meter
N/A
Available (Analog)
Mobile Connectivity
No
N/A
Mobile Connectivity
No
N/A
Bluetooth Features
No
N/A
Bluetooth Features
No
N/A
Navigation
No
N/A
Navigation
No
N/A
Riding Modes
Multiple modes (Eco, Sport, etc.)
N/A
Riding Modes
Multiple modes (Eco, Sport, etc.)
N/A
Parking Mode
No
N/A
Parking Mode
No
N/A
Reverse Mode
No
N/A
Reverse Mode
No
N/A
Comfort & Ergonomics
Wind Protection
Aerodynamic Carbon Fiber Fairings
Minimal (Small headlight cowl only)
Wind Protection
Aerodynamic Carbon Fiber Fairings
Minimal (Small headlight cowl only)
Pillion Seat
Single seat with lumbar support
Standard (Long, flat seat)
Pillion Seat
Single seat with lumbar support
Standard (Long, flat seat)
Pillion Footrest
Yes
Available
Pillion Footrest
Yes
Available
Pillion Grab Rails
Yes
Not Available (Rear Carrier serves as grab rail)
Pillion Grab Rails
Yes
Not Available (Rear Carrier serves as grab rail)
Footpeg Position
Standard
Mid-set, Off-road style
Footpeg Position
Standard
Mid-set, Off-road style
Storage Compartments
No
N/A
Storage Compartments
No
N/A
Under Seat Storage
N/A
Minimal/Tool Kit Storage Only
Under Seat Storage
N/A
Minimal/Tool Kit Storage Only
Pricing & Availability
Ex-showroom Price
46888.00 BDT
Not Available (Discontinued New Model)
Ex-showroom Price
46888.00 BDT
Not Available (Discontinued New Model)
On-Road Price
N/A
Not Available (Discontinued New Model)
On-Road Price
N/A
Not Available (Discontinued New Model)
Regular Price
46888.00 BDT
Tk. 125,600
Regular Price
46888.00 BDT
Tk. 125,600
Special Price
N/A
N/A
Special Price
N/A
N/A
Registration Cost
N/A
N/A
Registration Cost
N/A
N/A
Insurance Cost
N/A
N/A
Insurance Cost
N/A
N/A
EMI Options
Not available
Not Available
EMI Options
Not available
Not Available
Distributor/Seller
Not available in Bangladesh
Not Available (ACI Motors is the official distributor for current models)
Distributor/Seller
Not available in Bangladesh
Not Available (ACI Motors is the official distributor for current models)
Service Cost
N/A
Higher (Due to specialized 2-stroke components)
Service Cost
N/A
Higher (Due to specialized 2-stroke components)
Running Cost
Very low
Moderate (2-stroke oil consumption adds to cost)
Running Cost
Very low
Moderate (2-stroke oil consumption adds to cost)
Service & Maintenance
Air Filter Service Interval
N/A
N/A
Air Filter Service Interval
N/A
N/A
Service Reminder
No
N/A
Service Reminder
No
N/A
Spare Parts Availability
Limited outside USA
Moderate to Low (Mostly grey market/imported parts available)
Spare Parts Availability
Limited outside USA
Moderate to Low (Mostly grey market/imported parts available)
Service Intervals
N/A
N/A
Service Intervals
N/A
N/A
Warranty Terms
Not specified
Not Available (As it's a discontinued model)
Warranty Terms
Not specified
Not Available (As it's a discontinued model)