With the recent launch of the 2021 Honda CBR150R, the 150cc segment in Indonesia has become more competitive. The new motorcycle has been given a major visual overhaul when compared to the previous model. This update should attract more buyers. So, to ensure that the fan following of the Yamaha R15 doesn’t get affected, the Japanese company has introduced three new colour options for the motorcycle’s MY2021.
The 2021 Yamaha R15 is available in
Metallic Blue, Matte Silver, and Matte Black colour options. The Metallic Blue
paint scheme has a glossy finish, thus, providing an attractive lustrous look.
The alloy wheels have also been painted blue. The golden USD front forks offer
good contrast. The black side panels, exhaust, and seat enhance the overall
sporty appearance.
The Matte Silver colour is also a
head-turner, perhaps, because of the fluorescent yellow alloy wheels. While it
does look apart and funky, it might not be everyone’s cup of tea. Coming to the
new Matte Black paint; it consists of an all-black theme which is its biggest
USP. The golden USD front forks look much better in this colour option. Even
the grey-ish graphics do not interfere much with the overall mature and bold
visual appeal.
Yamaha has made no other changes in the R15. Powering the motorcycle is the
same 155 cc single-cylinder engine that features the company’s VVA technology.
The motor has been tuned to churn out 19.3 PS of max power at 10,000 rpm and
14.7 Nm of peak torque at 8500 rpm. For the gearbox, there’s a 6-speed unit
accompanied by an assist and slipper clutch.
Yamaha is asking IDR 37.08 million, for
the new R15 in Indonesia. On the other hand, the 2021 Honda CBR150R is
available at a starting price of IDR 39.3 million.
