OBD-II system is now standard across all Yamaha motorcycles.

Yamaha has introduced its updated range of bikes for the 2023 model year. Besides the R15, the line-up includes the FZ, FZ-X and MT-15.

The 2023 Yamaha FZ S Fi V4 is priced at Rs 1,27,400 (ex-showroom, Delhi). The bike comes with an LCD instrument console with smartphone connectivity, an LED headlamp and LED turn indicators

The FZ S is powered by the same 149cc, single-cylinder engine. It produces 12.2 BHP and 13.3 Nm and is paired with a 5-speed gearbox. The bike is equipped with ABS and traction control.

The 2023 FZ-X is priced at Rs 1,36,900 and the MT-15 V2 costs Rs 1,68,400 (ex-showroom, Delhi). Both bikes get traction control. The MT-15 V2 comes with dual-channel ABS, while the FZ-S FI Deluxe now gets Bluetooth connectivity. OBD-II system is now standard across all Yamaha motorcycles.

The Moto GP editions come with a special livery inspired by the Yamaha factory team that races in MotoGP.

Yamaha has announced the launch of the 2022 Monster Energy Yamaha MotoGP Edition range. It includes the YZF-R15M, MT-15, Aerox 155 and RayZR 125.

The Moto GP editions come with a special livery inspired by the Yamaha factory team that races in MotoGP. The YZR-R15 and MT-15 get Yamaha MotoGP branding on the track shrouds, the fuel tank and side panels, whereas, the Aerox 155 and RayZR scooters get Yamaha MotoGP branding on the overall body.

The R15 and MT-15 are powered by the same 155cc, single-cylinder, liquid-cooled engine. It produces 18.3 BHP and 14.1 Nm and is mated to a 6-speed gearbox via a slipper clutch and quick-shifter.

The Aerox 155 uses the same 155cc single-cylinder liquid-cooled engine as the R15 but in a de-tuned form. It makes 15 BHP and 13.9 Nm.

The RayZR is powered by a 125cc, single-cylinder, air-cooled engine that produces 8 BHP @ 6,500 rpm and 10.3 Nm @ 5,000 rpm.

2022 MotoGP Edition prices (ex-showroom Delhi):

• R15M - Rs. 1,90,900
• MT-15 - Rs. 1,65,400
• RayZR 125 Hybrid - Rs. 87,330
• Aerox 155 - TBA

The Yamaha MT-15 V2.0 is likely to be powered by the same 155cc engine as the R15 V4.0.

According to a media report, Yamaha is likely to launch the MT-15 V2.0 later this month. It is said that the bike could be launched at a dealer event on April 11 or on the next day.

Reports also suggest that select Yamaha dealerships have started accepting pre-bookings for the MT-15 V2.0 for a token amount of Rs 1,000.

The MT-15 V2.0 is expected to come equipped with upside-down fork suspension at the front and dual-channel ABS. It is likely to borrow the instrument cluster from the R15 V4.0 offering Bluetooth connectivity.

The Yamaha MT-15 V2.0 could be powered by a 155cc single-cylinder liquid-cooled engine producing 18.2 BHP and 13.9 Nm. It is said that this model might miss out on features like traction control and quick-shifter.

Source: Zigwheels

Yamaha has announced the introduction of colour customization options for its MT-15 motorcycle in India. The campaign is called “Customize your Warrior”.

This scheme is available only for the new purchases from the date of launch. New MT-15 buyers can choose the body colour and wheel colour of their bikes from 11 combinations. The vehicles will be made by Yamaha based on the order received from the customers. Deliveries will start from January 2021. Deliveries of bikes with yellow coloured wheels will start from March 2021.

With this campaign MT15 will be available in 14 colours, out of which, the 3 existing standard colours will be readily available at the dealerships and for the 11 new colour combinations, customers can place their orders through authorized dealers after choosing the colours of their bikes at this link. The ex-showroom price (Delhi) of the MT-15 Customize your Warrior edition has been fixed at Rs. 1,43,900/-.

MT-15 is powered by a 155cc, single cylinder, fuel-injected, liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, engine with 4 valves, SOHC and Variable Valve Actuation system on a Delta box frame. It comes with a 6-speed transmission, A&S clutch and single-channel ABS.

Yamaha has launched the MT-15 in India. The naked street bike priced at Rs. 1.36 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi).

The MT-15 is based on a Delta box frame with telescopic fork suspension at the front and a monoshock at the rear. It measures 2,020 mm in length, 800 mm in width and 1,070 mm in height. It has a wheelbase of 1,335 mm, ground clearance of 155 mm and a seat height of 810 mm. The bike has a kerb weight 138 kg and comes with a 10-litre fuel tank.

The MT-15 features an LED headlight, LED auxiliary light and an LCD instrument cluster that comes with a USB charging port. The bike has a stepped seat and a single side-mounted exhaust. 

The Yamaha MT-15 is powered by a 155cc, single-cylinder, liquid-cooled engine that produces 19 BHP @ 10,000 rpm and 14.7 Nm of torque @ 8,500 rpm. The engine is mated to a 6-speed transmission. The bike comes with single 282 mm and 220 mm disc brakes at the front and rear respectively and has single-channel ABS.

The Yamaha MT-15 is available in two colour options - Metallic Black and Dark Matt Blue.

According to a media report, some Yamaha dealerships have started accepting bookings for the MT-15. The booking amount for the bike is Rs. 2,000-10,000 depending on the dealer. The launch of the bike is reported to take place on March 15, 2019. 

The Yamaha MT-15 is essentially a naked version of the R15 V3.0. It was unveiled in Thailand last year. Spy images suggest that the India-spec MT-15 could miss out on some features including an upside-down fork front suspension.

The MT-15 is expected to be powered by the same BS-IV compliant 155.1cc, single-cylinder petrol engine as the R15 V3.0. According to a 'Type Approval Certificate', the engine produces 19 BHP @ 10,000 rpm. It is expected to be paired with a 6-speed gearbox. The MT-15 is likely to get disc brakes at both ends and ABS.

Source: Autocar India

Engine specifications and other details of the India-spec Yamaha MT-15 have leaked through a 'Type Approval certificate'. 

According to the document, the Yamaha MT-15 sold in India is likely to be powered by a BS-IV compliant 155.1cc engine that produces 19 BHP @ 10,000 rpm. The bike measures 2,020 mm in length, 800 mm in width and 1,070 mm in height. Its wheelbase is 1,335 mm and the gross vehicle weight (GVW) is 288 kg.

The Yamaha MT-15 was unveiled in Thailand last year. While, the bike is based on the YZF-R15 V3.0, the Indian version is likely to get conventional telescopic front suspension instead of upside-down forks. The bike could be offered with a 6-speed gearbox, while the braking setup is likely to be similar to the R15 V3.0 featuring disc brakes at both ends equipped with ABS.

Source: Indian Autos Blog

Thanks to BHPian Mehuel for sharing these images with other enthusiasts!

The Yamaha MT-15 has been spotted testing in India for the first time. 

The MT-15 was unveiled at a motor show in Thailand last year. The bike shares its underpinnings with the YZF-R15 V3.0. The spy images suggest that the India-spec MT15 could get conventional telescopic front forks and a monoshock at the rear. It offers an upright riding position.

The MT-15 is expected to be powered by the same 155cc, single-cylinder, liquid-cooled, fuel-injected engine as the YZF-R15 V3.0. This engine makes 19 BHP @ 10,000 rpm and 14.7 Nm of torque @ 8,500 rpm and comes paired with a 6-speed gearbox. 

Braking setup might also be identical to the fully-faired R15. It is expected to get disc brakes at both ends and ABS.

According to a media report, Yamaha could launch the MT-15 in India sometime next year. 

The 2019 MT-15 was showcased in Thailand earlier this month. It is a naked street bike that borrows some of its components from the R15 V3.0. It features aggressively styled bodywork with an LED headlamp and a digital instrument cluster. The Thai version is equipped with an upside-down fork at the front and a monoshock suspension at the rear. However, in India, it could be offered with conventional telescopic forks. The bike comes with a single side-mounted exhaust and it rides on alloy wheels.

The MT-15 is likely to be powered by the same engine as the R15. In the R15, the 155cc, single-cylinder, liquid-cooled engine produces 19 BHP @ 10,000 rpm and 15 Nm of torque @ 8,500 rpm and comes mated to a 6-speed gearbox. The exact specifications of the MT-15's engine are not yet known. The bike is expected to come equipped with disc brakes at both ends and ABS as standard.

In India, the Yamaha MT-15 could compete with the TVS Apache RTR 200 4V and the Bajaj Pulsar NS200.

Source: Autocar India

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Yamaha has announced that the 150cc M-Slaz will go on sale in Thailand this month. The engine and chassis have been developed off the platform of the YZF-R15 and the M-Slaz / MT-15 is essentially a street fighter version of the R15.

The main features of the M-Slaz include inverted front forks, a more upright riding position vs the R15 for added urban convenience, an LCD instrument cluster and an LED headlight. Yamaha is targeting sales of around 48,000 units a year in Thailand.

The exact specifications of the M-Slaz are unknown, but it will use a 149cc single-cylinder engine mated with a 6-speed manual gearbox, with output figures expected to be in the region of 17 BHP / 15 Nm of torque.