Yamaha MT-15

The Yamaha MT-15 Version 2.0 has been launched at Rs 1,59,900, making it Rs 13,000 more expensive than its predecessor, the Yamaha MT-15. What’s new in this updated iteration? Well, head to our launch report for all the juicy details.

Yamaha MT-15 Version 2.0 Price:

The Yamaha MT-15 Version 2.0 is priced at Rs 1,59,900. It is Rs 13,000 dearer than the previous version, and is available in Cyan Storm (new), and Racing Blue (new), Fluo-Vermillion and Metallic Black. The motorcycle is available only in one variant.

Yamaha MT-15 Version 2.0 Features:

The Yamaha MT-15 Version 2.0 gets a new LCD instrument cluster with Bluetooth connectivity. Using the Yamaha Y-Connect smartphone app, one can access features including call, e-mail and SMS alerts, service reminders, last parked location, mileage, malfunction alerts, and post-ride stats. That said, there is no turn-by-turn navigation, which is disappointing. The bike also retains the same single-channel ABS as before. Other notable features include LED headlight and tail lamp, side stand engine kill function, and slip-assist clutch.

Yamaha MT-15 Version 2.0 Engine:

The Yamaha MT-15 Version 2.0 continues to be powered by the same 155cc single-cylinder liquid cooled engine as before. It is enhanced with Variable Valve Actuation (VVA) technology, which ensures a good balance of low-end grunt and top-end drive. The powerplant produces 18.4PS at 10,000rpm and 0.2Nm more 14.1Nm at 7,500rpm, which is 0.1PS less and 0.2Nm more than its predecessor. The engine works alongside a six-speed transmission with a slip-and-assist clutch.

Yamaha MT-15 Version 2.0 Suspension And Brakes:

The Yamaha MT-15 Version 2.0 employs the same deltabox frame as its predecessor, but it is linked to an aluminium swingarm instead of a box-section unit. The front telescopic fork has also been replaced with a 37mm inverted unit, and the rear comes with a linked monoshock. Braking is via the same 282mm front and 220mm rear as before, with single-channel ABS. 

Yamaha MT-15 Version 2.0 Rivals:

The Yamaha MT-15 Version 2.0 primarily competes against the KTM 125 Duke, which retails at Rs 1,70,630. Apart from being a lot more expensive, the baby Duke does not have as many features as the MT-15 either. Another alternative is the more affordable, more powerful but less feature-packed Bajaj Pulsar NS200, which retails at Rs 1,36,090 (both ex-showroom Delhi).