Yamaha MT 15 India vs Indonesia-spec Accessories Compared
The one sold in Indonesia comes with a few crucial add-ons that the India-spec bike misses out. Find out the details
The Yamaha MT-15 is sold both in Indonesia and India. In fact, it has been on sale in Indonesia much before it arrived on our shores. Sure, the first-gen India-spec MT-15 wasn’t as sporty as the one sold abroad, but the latest gen Yamaha MT-15 V2 is very close except for a few differences. Interestingly, Yamaha offers official accessories for the bike in both the countries, but the variety is quite different. Let’s explore:
Accessories: Practicality Vs. Sportiness
In India, Yamaha's official accessory list for the MT-15 is built around utility. While things are a bit different on the Indonesian-spec bike:
| Accessories | India Prices | Accessories | Indonesia Prices |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drive chain sprocket kit (Brass) | Rs 2,400 | Short License Plate Holder | Rs 8,143 (Rp 1,500,000) |
| Mobile Holder - Claw Grip | Rs 2,100 | LEVER SET BRAKE+CLUTCH | Rs 3,564 (Rp 656,500) |
| Mobile Holder - Water Resistant | Rs 1,900 | Cover Radiator | Rs 3,431(Rp 632,000) |
| Lever Guard | Rs 900 | Racing Stand | Rs 2,442 (Rp 450,000) |
| Mobile Charger | Rs 840 | Holder Handle Upper L/R | Rs 1,919 (Rp 353,500) |
| Seat Cover | Rs 590 | Visor Smoke | Rs 1,644 (Rp 303,000) |
| Skid Plate | Rs 550 | END GRIP SET | Rs 1,427 (Rp 263,000) |
| Chain Cleaner Brush | Rs 217 | Cap Reservoir | Rs 1,123 (Rp 207,000) |
| Tank Pad | Rs 184 | BUSH STAND | Rs 1,015 (Rp 187,000) |
| Key Ring | Rs 99 | Fuel Cap | Rs 624 (Rp 115,000) |
| Sticker MT | Rs 95 |
The India-spec bike has a healthy list of accessories for practicality, but as you can see, it misses out on a couple of crucial ones. We should’ve gotten the radiator guard as that would go a long way in keeping the radiator protected from flying debris. Also, the MT-15 has a very compact and stubby tail, so a short number plate holder that’s sold in Indonesia will really enhance the bike’s looks without compromising on utility. These two add-ons are something that the Indian riders really deserve.
Also, while both India-spec and Indonesian-spec bikes get an engine guard, the one sold abroad is much more premium and compact looking. It is also sold separately for each side so that you can simply replace only the side that’s damaged. Also, since motorcycle racing culture is much richer in Indonesia, the brand offers accessories like a paddock stand with compatible bushes.
If we were to choose the ones that should come to India, our choice would definitely be the radiator guard, smoked visor, and a short license plate holder.
How is the Yamaha MT-15 different in India and Indonesia?
The India and Indonesia-spec Yamaha MT-15 are mechanically near-identical but tuned differently. While both share the same 155cc liquid-cooled engine with VVA (Variable Valve Actuation), the Indonesia's version makes slightly more power and torque. The Indonesian bike is also much lighter, sits lower, and has a fatter front rubber. Here are the differences:
|
Parameter |
India-spec MT-15 V2.0 |
Indonesian MT-15 |
|
Power |
18.4 PS @ 10,000 rpm |
19.3 PS (14.2 kW) @ 10,000 rpm |
|
Torque |
14.1 Nm @ 7,500 rpm |
14.7 Nm @ 8,500 rpm |
|
Weight |
141kg |
133kg |
|
Tyre Size |
100/80-17 |
110/70-17 (F) |
|
Ground Clearance |
170 mm |
155 mm |
|
Fuel Tank Capacity |
10 L (1.6 L reserve) |
10.4 L |
|
Wheelbase |
1,325 mm |
1,335 mm |
The gap in power and torque figures are likely due to different emission restrictions, and also the fact that the India-spec bike is E20-compliant, whereas the Indonesian one is only E5-compliant. Also, it’s likely that the Indian model has a higher ground clearance by design because, well… of our roads. More importantly, the Indonesian version skips out on ABS as it is not legally required there. This could’ve also played a role in the weight difference, with the Indonesian bike weighing a whole 8kg lighter.
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