Yamaha MT-15 V 2.0: Real World Performance Explained
How does the updated streetfighter perform in real world conditions?
How does the updated streetfighter perform in real world conditions?
Yamaha is known for unadulterated performance motorcycles, and the Japanese bikemaker recently launched the MT-15 V2.0 in India. The bike features a bunch of updates over its predecessors and is certainly better, but can we quantify its improvements? Maybe we can answer that question by seeing how it performs in the real world.
Acceleration
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0-60kmph |
4.95s |
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0-80kmph |
8.50s |
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0-100kmph |
14.28s |
Powered by the same 155cc, single-cylinder, liquid-cooled engine as the R15 V4, the MT-15 V2.0’s performance has reduced as compared to the previous model, as it takes a prominently longer time to accelerate. There is a lack of strong low-end grunt, persisting up until 5500rpm. That said, it is much more tractable and can carry lower speeds in higher gears, which makes it better to get through city traffic as it doesn’t struggle even at speeds as low as 24kmph in the sixth gear at 2000rpm.
Roll-On Acceleration
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30-70kmph |
5.85s |
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40-80kmph |
7.54s |
Even in the roll on acceleration, the MT-15 V2.0 performs pretty well, but it’s not as quick as the previous version. But it does manage to be quicker than the R15 V4 in roll-ons. Beyond the 7000rpm mark is where the actual surge in the power delivery is felt when the variable valve actuation (VVA) switches to the more aggressive cam profile. And while vibrations are kept to a minimum, they aren’t completely absent.
Braking
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80-0kmph |
35.05m |
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60-0kmph |
19.79m |
Equipped with discs at both ends, the most disheartening thing about the Yamaha MT-15 V2.0 is the absence of dual channel ABS. Its brakes underperform compared to the R15 V4, by a significant margin. The rear brake does offer aggressive performance and a good bite, but there’s hardly any feedback and the pedal feel is rather dull. This means that the only way to judge a rear wheel lockup is when the rear wheel starts slipping. Given the overall level of performance on offer, skimping out on dual channel ABS feels like a big error on Yamaha’s part.
With a price tag of Rs 1.60 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi), the MT-15 V2.0 commands a premium of Rs 13,000 over the previous model. And even though it is a better bike than its predecessor, it is not the best version of itself, however, as compared to what else you can get in the segment, it still seems like a decent buy.
2024 Yamaha MT 15 V2 User Reviews
I have been riding my yamaha MT V2 for over 11,000 km since 2024 and the experience has been great. The bike is smooth, light weigth and very comfortable for daily use. Mileage is also good and the engine performance is excellent. My bike is well maintained. Overall I am very happy with this bike and would recommend it to anyone looking for a sporty and relieble motorcycle.Read More
Stylish, monster sticker which looks excellent and great mileage, I'm extremely happy with my bike. Excellent mileage for long trips. Low mantaince cost. If anyone looking for excellent mileage and stylish this best choice. Sound is very smooth. Nice breaks, overall performance is very good, my rating for this bike is 5 star.Read More
Condition is good, better experience for future riders never fall 0 accidents, no complaint, totally worth it for this price range, budget friendly sports bike middle class boys dream bike, one of the best looking bike, once take a test drive you don't like it's ok, some one will get the chance new one was high cost saving, low budget but when we bought this it was high. Read More
I chose this bike because of its good mileage, performance, and its aggressive look, which grabs a lot of attention by the way.,also, I ride 60 km daily to college, so I needed a bike that delivers better power, good mileage, and a good posture for my daily rides,that's why I chose the MT15. 1)Performance is Actually very good,the highs and lows are pretty good and fun to drive,but the mids are not that good ,sometimes i Feel a lack of power in the mids while overtaking in Kerala roads (hilly roads) 2) The mileage is very good,I am an aggressive rider and i get a mileage of about 40-43 and but if i ride below 7500 rpm i got a mileage of 45 above (actually i got(53)one time. 3)The Styles are very good an aggressive but the parts like the mirrors,the switches and the indicators are not that good as it is a premium bike they should have gave a good mirrors and switches 4)The service cost is cheap I think the last service cost was 1200 5)The main problem is with the pillion seat,the seat is smaller which makes the pillion.uncomfortable and the rider as well,also if there is a pillion the bikes lacks power,you can literally feel that 6)The handling is very very good actually ,its nimble and for city ride it is a perfect option also the leaning angle is pretty good 7) Sound is also good and not that loud but if you are on higher rpms it makes you feel like riding a sporty bike Yeah I would recommend this bike if you are a city rider who wants power as well as mileage and a good reliability,but if you have a pillion for a daily ride,it can cause some problems like lack of power and uncomfortable seating,and as i am college student i would recommend this bike for the college students who have a tight budget and needs a bike with a good mileage and looksRead More
I choose the yamaha mt15 after a lot of research because I wanted something stylish sporty and reliable for daily city commutes the first thing that grabbed my attention was the design the mt 15 look absolutely unique with its aggressive street fighter stylish and muscular tank it stands and the smooth yamaha engine and the decent milage of about 40 make the difference and its the perfect mix of style and practically After about ten months of riding i am still happy with it the pickup is way quicker than i thought and handling is super smooth milage stays above 40 kmpl which is solid the seating could be more comfortable but till now it's just like sitting on a sit but overall it's a fun to ride daily in the city Yes I'd recommend it to anyone who wants a stylish powerfull city bike with good milage it's reliable and fun to ride though yamaha service centre really need to improve apart from that mt is worth every penny Read More