Yamaha YZF R15 V3 Moto GP Edition

The Yamaha YZF-R15 already enjoy a cult-like following in the Indian motorcycling scene. Not surprising then, the Yamaha R15 v3.0 has been quite a hit. But to make the motorcycle even more appealing, the bike maker has launched the MotoGP Limited Edition R15 at Rs 1.3 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi), making it Rs 3,000 dearer than the standard model. This limited-edition motorcycle is essentially the Yamaha Racing Blue colour variant with exclusive Movistar livery. It gets colour-coded rim stickers as well.

Other than the visual cues, the motorcycle’s powertrain and other underpinnings are the same as the standard variant. The same 155cc liquid-cooled SOHC motor, good for 19.3PS at 10,000rpm and 15Nm at 8500rpm continues to work in conjunction with a 6-speed transmission with assist and slipper clutch. Brakes are also the same 282mm front and 220mm rear discs, without ABS. Telescopic front forks and a rear monoshock handle suspension duties. Chief rivals of the YZF-R15 V3.0 include the Bajaj Pulsar RS200 and KTM RC 200.