Yamaha MT15
Yamaha, the famous motorcycle brand in India is known for its timely launching of the new version of its famous bikes namely Fazer, FZ, R15 and other commuter bikes in India. The added a new entry to its bikes portfolio called the Yamaha MT15, a naked street bike from Yamaha based on the brand’s renowned MT series. MT 15 is the miniature version of the brand’s super bike Yamaha MT-09 just as R15 is the miniature version of the brand’s racing bike Yamaha R1. The underpinnings of the MT 15 are the same as that of Yamaha R15’s. Most of the specifications are common with Yamaha R15.
Yamaha MT15: Looks
The Yamaha MT 15 flaunts its overall stance as a combination of FZ and R15. The MT 15’s and R15 have a common frame which is Yamaha’s Deltabox frame derived from the R1. The anterior of the bike somewhat looks like FZ and the posterior seems quite thin for the bike. The bike is themed to be as a dark night warrior so it holds dark shade of blue or black paint over the skin. Intimidating headlights of Yamaha MT 15 incorporates LED headlamps and the cumulatively the front end looks like a face wearing a masquerade mask but of dark black color. The MT 15 is available in two colors: blue and black.
Specifications: Yamaha MT15
The Yamaha MT15 is powered by the same 155 CC single-cylinder liquid-cooled engine with VAA technology that powers Yamaha R15 V3.0. The engine produces the maximum power of 19 bhp @ 10000 rpm and a peak torque of 14.7 Nm @ 8500 rpm. The engine of the MT15 is mated with a 6-speed manual gearbox.
The suspension system consists of a telescopic fork at the front and mono-shock at the rear. The decelerating power of the bike is grabbed from disc brakes at both wheels with the support of single-channel ABS at the front.
Review
Overall the Yamaha MT 15 is good at delivering performance just like Yamaha R15 but there are some cons at some other aspects.
Pros: Easy to ride, powerful 155 cc engine, above expected fuel efficiency because of VVA.
Cons: Suspension needs improvements, inferior build quality, price too high for the middle class.
Features
- VVA – Variable Valve Actuation
- Assist and slipper clutch
- Single-channel ABS
- Negative LCD display on digital console
Price
Although Yamaha MT 15 is just a 150 cc bike, the pricing of the bikes is too high because of its basis as a street racing bike. The Ex-showroom Price of the YAMAHA MT15 in India is Rs.1,36,000/-
