The Yamaha MT-15 has been caught testing ahead of
its launch on 15 March. Yamaha dealerships in the country have commenced private bookings for
the motorcycle. Customers can book the bike at an amount of INR 5,000. The
Yamaha MT-15 is a naked streetfighter version of the Yamaha YZF-R15 V3.0. The
bike is likely to be priced around INR 1.20 lakh (ex-showroom).
The Yamaha MT-15 was spied testing in India for the
first time in January. The India-spec MT-15 will be 55 mm longer and 5 mm
taller as compared to the global-spec version. The width and wheelbase remain
unchanged at 800 mm and 1335 mm, respectively.
The Yamaha MT-15 V3.0 takes its design inspiration
from the bigger MT-09. The motorcycle features an entirely new fascia with a
bug-eyed LED projector headlight, followed by a new fully-digital instrument
cluster that sits on top of it. The fuel tank has been redesigned to give it a
family look, while the extended scoops add the much-needed character to the
motorcycle. The MT-15 employs a Deltabox frame that uses the engine as a
stressed member.
The India-spec Yamaha MT-15 will be propelled by a
155.1 cc liquid-cooled, motor with VVA (variable valve actuation) and will come
mated to a 6-speed gearbox. The fuel injected 4-valve engine will pump out
19.04 bhp of power and 14.7 Nm of peak torque. The bike will feature a
first-in-class slipper clutch.
The India-spec Yamaha MT-15 differs from the global
model in terms of a few mechanical parts. The upside-down forks make way for
the telescopic units up front, while the cast aluminium swingarm is replaced by
a box-type unit on the Indian model. A linkage-type adjustable mono-shock does
duty at the back. The 17-inch alloy wheels and MRF Revz tyres are sourced from
the Yamaha R15 V3.0.
