Battle Of The 150cc Supersports!
QJ Motor Sai 150 = Honda CBR150R + BMW S 1000 RR…here’s how
QJ Motor recently launched the Sai 150, an attractive 150cc supersport. And every time the words ‘150cc’ and ‘supersport’ are mentioned, we Indians are reminded of the lovely Yamaha R15 V4. So here we put them against each other to see if the Sai 150 is as good as it looks.
Design
Most supersports look absolutely gorgeous and both bikes live up to that… but in different ways. The R15 has always been a looker and in its fourth generation, the bike looks as good as ever. The golden USD fork, R7-inspired headlight and attractive paint schemes on offer make it look like a ‘proper’ large-capacity supersport. The Sai 150 might look really good, but its twin LED headlight setup is… let’s just say inspired by both the Honda CBR150R and the BMW S 1000 RR. If you’re okay with that, it’s definitely an attractive bike.
Engines
Talking about their hearts, the R15 V4 makes a solid 18.4PS and 14.2Nm from its 155cc liquid-cooled heart. The Sai 150, on the other hand, makes 16.9PS and 13.5Nm from its 150cc liquid-cooled mill. Even its 145kg kerb weight, despite not being on the higher side, is 4kg more than the featherweight R15 V4.
Underpinnings
Both bikes get a USD fork and monoshock. While both get 17-inch wheels at both ends, the R15’s 140-section rear tyre is fatter than the Sai 150’s 130-section unit. Plus the R15 V4’s rear tyre is a radial unit, meaning we had a whole lot of fun during our road test review.
Features
The Yamaha R15 V4 M, after its latest update, gets a Yamaha R1-inspired TFT console, making it the only bike in the 150cc segment to get one. Additionally, there’s traction control, quickshifter, Bluetooth connectivity, a lap timer, gear position indicator, call/message alerts, mobile battery status, connection status, average fuel efficiency and last parked location. The Sai 350, on the other hand, gets an LCD console that is a bit small and looks rather dated. In fact, it’s the same unit as the one we saw on the SRK 400.
Price
At nearly 14,000 Yuan, the Sai 150 costs the equivalent of Rs 1.60 lakh. Yamaha, meanwhile, has priced the R15 V4 from Rs 1,81,700 (ex-showroom Delhi) onwards. So yes, the R15 V4 is undoubtedly a pricier proposition, but with its exciting performance and sporty handling, it’s a very engaging bike to ride. So for once, we’re not really sad about a bike not coming to India!
Yamaha R15 V4 User Reviews
- BEST BIKE IN THIS RANGE.Best bike in this range, sporty looks, very good mileage, been riding it since 3 years without an issue, been to mountains and express ways with no tension at all. Regularly service and well maintained, best purchase of my life. Perfect brakes system and handling, racing blue colour cheery on top, great bike.Read More2 1
- Yamaha r15 v4 is a great fully faired sports bikeThe reason i chose this bike was quite a story in short, i was a student who was about get in college and i needed a bike to travel a quite moderate distance. When i was searching for a bike which is highly affordable as well as stylish on the looks and has great features too! Then i came across this masterpiece which was totally worth it. The ride is great so far. But there are few factors to look for if a beginner is going to buy this bike, as a fully fair bike the biggest issue would be comfort on long ride eg. Posture issue because of the aggressive stance fully fair bikes usually have. But for the short to moderate distance its great soo far. And handling also good, and mileage is better than expected. One more thing to consider, if someone lives in a crowded city like area they can this as this bike isn't a street fighter or naked body bike for city specific conditions. I would absolutely recommend this bike to even a beginner who want to get a thrilling ride experience of a fully fair bike at price rang as low as this, mileage also great compared to other similar bikes, great handling too, maintenance is also fairly rated i would say, totally worth it!Read More4 2
- i love this brand and specially this Yamaha r15this is not a bike its a dream of every boys and this r15 is a not a model of Yamaha this is us emotion and the r 15 is a legacy and the main point is this look mileage and the segment killer up to 250cc. mileage good looks is too much good and maintain easily and but the top model like M and monster edition you got a good futuristic display and the graphic of sticker are good and you after sitting this bike you feel like you sit a super bike and i got for my r15 bike 42 to 49 mileage. most recommended i love this brand and there all bike are good and you can afford this bike and good quality and value for money you can buy this beast and enjoy your ride this bike and stay safe all time wear helmet.Read More12 9
- Coolest bike of the yearThis is a super and stylish bike for everyone in low price. That bike run over road like a plan i enjoyed the ride. Beautifull colour black and golden. That make more to cool bike in this price range 😁😁, one time to ride on it every youngster show your charm to others and glowing make yourself happy on this bike.Read More15 10
- proformancethis bike most powerful performance on this segment, looks is very very amazing and aggressive, comfort is average but ok, 155cc bike but challenged and win with a 200cc bike, performance is full aggressive and no heating issues be like good and this engine is so smoothly, I love Yamaha brand company.Read More7 4