Yamaha YZF-R15 V4 vs R15M: Differences Explained
The differences extend from an exclusive colour scheme to segment-first features
The differences extend from an exclusive colour scheme to segment-first features
The Yamaha YZF-R15 V4 has received an overwhelming response from enthusiasts all over India. And why shouldn’t it? It’s an entry-level supersport offering features comparable to litre-class bikes. However, they’re only available in the top-spec variants. So what do you get in the standard model, and what more does the R15M have to offer? Read on to find out...
Standard model
The styling and most features are common across the board. So you have the Bi-functional LED headlamp flanked by LED DRLs inspired by the YZF-R7, a revised fairing design for better aero, slimmer and sleeker rear quarter panels, a new heat shield for the exhaust, and the same cast aluminium swingarm.
You also get a side-stand engine cut-off switch and an all-new full-digital instrument console with Yamaha's Y-Connect app and two display modes (Street and Track). This gives you access to features like lap timer, gear position indicator, call/message alerts, mobile battery status, connection status, average fuel efficiency, and last parked location. Apart from this, you can also view information like real time fuel economy, intake air temperature, Eco indicator, degree of throttle opening, and rate of acceleration.
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R1M
Here's where things get interesting. The Yamaha R15M features a quickshifter and traction control as standard, and the same can be seen on the Racing Blue and MotoGP Edition. However, you can only have the quickshifter on the standard variants as an optional extra.
But that's not all. For added sophistication, Yamaha offers the R15M with an exclusive R1M-inspired silver-and-black paint scheme and blue highlights. Premium touches include 3D logos, top caps for the fork, a premium seat, golden-coloured brake calipers, a grey swingarm, and a grey heat shield for the exhaust.
The MotoGP Edition gets all the goodies along with a sinister black paint. Mind you, this particular variant is only available in limited numbers, so we’d hurry up if we were you.
Well, that about wraps up everything. If you have any more questions, do let us know in the comments below, and we’ll address them in our subsequent stories.
Yamaha R15 V4 User Reviews
This bike is very good while daily riding is the main factor as the mileage is very good like 43 kmpl in city traffic and the maintenance cost is very low if you ride the bike properly. Also the road presence particularly of this edition is great. If you wish to look good while getting an optimum performance then you can definitely go for it. In my case this bike is in neat condition without any damages or missing parts. All the services done on time and so the warranty is valid.Read More
It's well maintained bike. It's my dream bike also. I drive in hill stations also and it's and amazing experience, higest mileage claimed in this version, every men's dream is to buy a sport bike. R15 is s asport bike. It gives us a thrill when we drive. Mileage is also good. The design of this bike is excellent. I love this bike.Read More
I had a brother who likes riding this old r15 and I was small and didn't knew any super bikes at all, and this was my first super bike which had all sharpnes at edges, the colour, the speed, it had some personality. Its been amazing bike so far, smooth, light weight. Its top speed is pretty good. It gives good mileage. It is very nice for long rides. Performance of the bike is so good. Suspensions works very well on road. Yes, for sure but take my opinion and explore different bike, It may have something that this bike wouldn't have that charm but you can go for it, if you want sporty look and a good racing bike. Its nice.Read More
I had a brother who likes riding this old r15 and I was small and didn't knew any super bikes at all and this was my first super bike which had all sharpnes at edges, the colour, the speed, it had some personality. Its been amazing by so far, smooth, light weight. Its top speed is pretty good. It gives good mileage. It is very nice for long rides. Performance of the bike is so good. Suspensions works very well on road. Yes for sure but take my opinion and explore different bike, It may have something that this bike wouldn't have that charm but you can go for it if you want sporty look and a good racing bike. Its nice.Read More
The r15 v4 has the old punch while handling the BS6 engine with good aerodynamics and aggressive seating position. Its very easy to reach 140+ with default setting while it was not made for the long drive push, we can try the limits where I've driven around 25,000km in the same bike as well. I love it as my soul.Read More