Side-by-Side Bike Comparison ¡ September 2026

Roadmaster Rapido 165 vs Taro GP 1 Special Edition

Technical comparison of performance curves, real-world dyno numbers, verified ratings, and full dynamic spec sheets.

💎 Best Value
Roadmaster Rapido 165
Roadmaster

Roadmaster Rapido 165

Roadmaster Rapido 165
Engine 160 cc
Power 15.3 bhp
Mileage 35 kmpl
Brakes / ABS No
Price in BD ā§ŗ189,500
Details
⚡ Power Leader
Taro GP 1 Special Edition
Taro

Taro GP 1 Special Edition

Taro GP 1 Special Edition
Engine 150 cc
Power 16 bhp
Mileage 40 kmpl
Brakes / ABS Yes
Price in BD ā§ŗ321,000
Details
01 / Bottom-Line Takeaway

Quick Verdict

VALUE CHAMPION #1
Roadmaster Rapido 165 (Roadmaster Rapido 165)

The Value Argument

Maximizes features per taka spent at ā§ŗ189,500. Ideal balance of equipment and accessible dealer pricing without sacrificing daily road manners.

Best for: Budget-conscious riders looking for modern styling.
POWER & HARDWARE #2
Taro GP 1 Special Edition (Taro GP 1 Special Edition)

The Performance Benchmark

Delivers class-leading punch with 16 bhp and sharp throttle response. Backed by Yes for riders demanding confidence in high-speed and emergency scenarios.

Best for: Highway tours, enthusiast riding, emergency brake safety.
02 / Engine Output Benchmarks

The Dyno Room

Peak Bhp & Torque Scaled
Peak Power Output (Bhp) Top: 16 Bhp
Roadmaster Rapido 165 (Roadmaster Rapido 165) 15.3 bhp @ 8000 rpm
Taro GP 1 Special Edition (Taro GP 1 Special Edition) 16 bhp @ 8500 rpm
Peak Torque Delivery (Nm) Top: 14.6 Nm
Roadmaster Rapido 165 (Roadmaster Rapido 165) 14.6 Nm @ 6000 rpm
Taro GP 1 Special Edition (Taro GP 1 Special Edition) 14.5 Nm @ 7000 rpm

Claimed Top Speeds

130 km/h
Roadmaster Rapido 165 (Roadmaster Rapido 165)
120 km/h
Taro GP 1 Special Edition (Taro GP 1 Special Edition)
Dyno takeaway: Engine cooling hardware (liquid vs oil vs air) and gear ratios determine how long peak power can be sustained on open highway runs.
03 / Multi-Vector Scorecard

AI Analysis Engine

Rule-Based Specs Synthesizer

AI Engine Recommendation

Comparing power-to-weight, braking safety gear, real mileage data, and dealer price points across this matchup. Use the 5-point radar breakdown below to balance your budget against your daily riding style.

Roadmaster

Roadmaster Rapido 165 (Roadmaster Rapido 165)

8.6 / 10
Performance 9.3
Comfort 8.4
Tech & Features 7.4
Fuel Economy 9.1
Value for Money 8.8
Taro

Taro GP 1 Special Edition (Taro GP 1 Special Edition)

8.2 / 10
Performance 9.5
Comfort 7.2
Tech & Features 7.4
Fuel Economy 9.5
Value for Money 7.6
06 / Full Technical Comparison

Specification Sheet

Bike Information 11
Bike Name Roadmaster Rapido 165 Taro GP 1 Special Edition
Brand Roadmaster Taro
CC 160 150
Regular Price 189500 321000
Bike Type Sports Sports
Distributor/Seller Roadmaster Motors LTD Taro Bangla
Model Year N/A N/A
Brand Origin N/A Itali
Made In N/A China
Assemble In N/A Bangladesh
Launched Date N/A N/A
Engine 15
Engine Type 4 – Stroke Single Cylinder 4 stroke, Single cylinder, Camshift overhead
Displacement 164.7 155.2
Maximum Power 15.3 Bhp @ 8000 RPM 16 Bhp @ 8500 RPM
Maximum Torque 14.6 NM @ 6000 RPM 14.5 NM @ 7000 RPM
Bore N/A 58.5 mm
Stroke N/A 58.8 mm
Compression Ratio N/A 10.7:1
Valves N/A 2
Fuel Supply Carburetor Carburetor
No of Cylinders 1 1
Engine Cooling Air Cooled Liquid Cooled
Starting Method Kick & Electric Electric
Engine Oil Grade N/A 10W40
Engine Oil Capacity N/A 1.5 L(With Out Filter)
Best Lube For N/A Mobil Racing 4T 10W40
Transmission 4
Transmission Type Manual Manual
No of Gears 5 6
Clutch Type Wet-multiplate Wet-multiplate
Drive Type N/A Chain Drive
Mileage & Top Speed 2
Mileage 35 Kmpl (Approx) 40 Kmpl (Approx)
Top Speed 130 Kmph (Approx) 120 Kmph (Approx)
Chassis & Suspension 3
Chassis Type N/A N/A
Front Suspension Up side down Telescopic USD (Up Side Down) Suspension
Rear Suspension Mono Spring Single gas absorber (Monoshok Suspension)
Brakes 6
Front Brake Type Single Disc Dual Disc
Rear Brake Type Disc Brake Disc Brake
Front Brake Diameter N/A 300 mm
Rear Brake Diameter N/A 240 mm
Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) No Yes
Braking System CBS Braking CBS Braking, Single Channel ABS
Wheels & Tyres 4
Front Tyre Size 110/60-17 110/70 – 17
Rear Tyre Size 140/60-18 150/70 – 17
Tyre Type Tubeless Tubeless
Wheel Type Alloy Alloy
Dimensions 8
Overall Length 1925 mm 2050 mm
Overall Width 750 mm 720 mm
Height 1,075 mm 1155 mm
Ground Clearance 135 mm 180 mm
Weight 133 KG 150 Kg
Fuel Tank Capacity 14 L 13.5 Liters
Wheelbase 1320 mm 1422 mm
Seat Height N/A N/A
Electricals 5
Battery Type MF MF
Battery Voltage 12v 12V, 9Ah
Head Light LED Projector LED
Tail Light LED LED
Indicators LED LED
Features 8
Speedometer Digital Digital
Odometer Digital Digital
RPM Meter Digital Digital
Handle Type Three part handle bar Three part handle bar
Seat Type Split-Seat Split-Seat
Passenger Grab Rail Yes Yes
Engine Kill Switch Yes Yes
Additional Feature N/A N/A
07 / Video & Photo Showcase

Media & Gallery

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Roadmaster Rapido 165

Roadmaster Rapido 165 (Roadmaster Rapido 165)

Roadmaster
3 Photos
HD Photos 3 images
Roadmaster Rapido 165 Image 1
Roadmaster Rapido 165 Image 2
Roadmaster Rapido 165 Image 3
No walkaround video available for this bike
Taro GP 1 Special Edition

Taro GP 1 Special Edition (Taro GP 1 Special Edition)

Taro
2 Photos
HD Photos 2 images
Taro GP 1 Special Edition Image 1
Taro GP 1 Special Edition Image 2
No walkaround video available for this bike
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