Yamaha Motor India has announced the
launch of the BS-VI MT-15 in the Indian market. The roadster segment product
was launched at an ex-showroom price tag of INR 1,38,900*, which is INR 2,900
more than the BS-IV (INR 1,36,000*) model. The BS-IV motorcycle will also be
available for sale until stock lasts or 31 March 2020, whichever comes before.
The styling has not received any changes,
and thus the BS-VI Yamaha MT-15 continues to pack aggressive, roadster looks.
The feature list comprises full-LED headlight and a reverse backlit digital
instrument console. The back of the motorcycle features a new, raised LED tail
light. The BS-VI MT-15 also gets a radial tyre at the back. While the styling
has not received any updates, Yamaha Motor India has added a new colour option
during the BS-VI transition, and the latest iteration of the MT-15 gets Ice
Fluo Vermillion paint that comes with orange wheels.
Check out the colour options and their
respective prices below:
- Metallic Black: INR 1,38,900*
- Dark Matt Blue: INR 1,38,900*
- Ice Fluo Vermillion: INR 1,39,400*
The hardware specifications, too, have
been retained from the old (BS-IV) motorcycle. Thus, the suspension setup
continues to comprise conventional telescopic forks at the front and a mono-shock
at the back. The international-spec model, which is sold in countries like
Thailand, uses upside-down telescopic forks at the front. Braking duties are
performed by disc brakes on both wheels, while the safety net continues to
comprise single-channel ABS. A side-stand engine cut-off function further
enhances the safety department.
The updated model gets a few tweaks to the
engine and the exhaust system to comply with the latest emission norms. The 155
cc single-cylinder, liquid-cooled, SOHC, 4-valve engine on the BS-VI MT-15
produces 18.5 PS of peak power at 10,000 rpm and a maximum torque of 14.1 Nm at
8,500 rpm. In comparison, the old (BS-IV) motorcycle made 19.3 PS of maximum
power at 10,000 rpm and a peak torque of 14.7 Nm at 8,500 rpm. The six-speed
transmission continues to feature an assist and slipper clutch.
