Key Specs & Features of Yamaha MT-15
| Engine | 155 cc |
| Power | 18.5 PS |
| Torque | 13.9 Nm |
| Mileage | 52.02 kmph |
| Kerb Weight | 138 kg |
| Brakes | Double Disc |
- ABS Single Channel
- LED Tail Light
- Speedometer Digital
- Odometer Digital
- Tripmeter Digital
- Fuel gauge
- Tachometer Digital
- Key Specs
- Top Features
Yamaha MT-15 Summary
The Yamaha MT15 V2 is an entry-level naked streetfighter based on the Yamaha R15. Its performance is suitable for beginners as well as experienced riders. It’s oriented more towards daily riding as well occasional weekend rides. With its more upright riding posture, it offers more practicality as compared to the R15.
What is the price of the Yamaha MT15?
The Yamaha MT15 is priced from Rs 1,68,200 to Rs 1,73,500, depending on the variant you pick. The base variant of the MT15 does not have bluetooth connectivity and LED indicators.
What are the colour options in the Yamaha MT15?
The Yamaha MT15 is available in 8 different colours. The base variant can be opted with either Dark Matte Blue or Metallic Black paint scheme. The mid-level DLX variants can be had in Racing Blue, Cyan Storm, Cyber Green, Ice-fluo Vermillion, and Metallic Black. The Monster Energy Yamaha MotoGP Edition is the most expensive variant. Here’s colour-wise price breakdown of the Yamaha MT15:
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Yamaha MT15 V2 Colours |
Price (ex-showroom) |
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Dark Matte Blue |
Rs 1,68,200 |
|
Metallic Black |
Rs 1,68,200 |
|
Cyan Storm DLX |
Rs 1,72,900 |
|
Cyber Green DLX |
Rs 1,72,900 |
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Ice Fluo-Vermillion DLX |
Rs 1,72,900 |
|
Metallic Black DLX |
Rs 1,72,900 |
|
Racing Blue DLX |
Rs 1,72,900 |
|
Monster Energy Yamaha MotoGP Edition |
Rs 1,73,500 |
Is the Yamaha MT15 a comfortable bike?
The Yamaha MT15 has a more upright posture as compared to the R15, which has an aggressive, committed riding position. The MT15’s footpegs are rear set, which means your feet will be positioned under your thighs. That said, the wide handlebar with its higher positioning allows for a more upright posture. The seat height of 810mm seems tall on paper but with a tapering end and the bike’s narrow profile, even shorter riders won’t have an issue getting on and off the bike. The rider’s portion of the seat is quite spacious. However, the rear half of the seat is narrow, and the pillion might face some discomfort over long distances. However for short, city rides, it won’t be an issue.
Does the Yamaha MT15 look good?
The Yamaha MT15 looks quite sporty and aggressive, especially with its samurai-like front-end design. The sharp lines on the petrol tank coupled with the tank extensions give it a muscular appearance. The golden inverted fork makes the bike look quite premium too. The mid-level DLX variants have coloured wheels that add to the sporty appeal of the bike.
Is the Yamaha MT15 a fast bike?
Yamaha MT15 is powered by a 155cc liquid-cooled single-cylinder engine that makes 18.4PS and 14.1Nm. The engine is mated to a six-speed gearbox with a slipper clutch, and a bi-directional quickshifter. In our real-world tests, the MT15 accelerated from 0 to 100kmph in 14.28 seconds, which is decently quick, and should help you get off the line quickly.
Does the MT15 have low maintenance?
Yamaha is known to have a decent service experience in India. While spare parts availability is not an issue in most cases, service costs are on a slightly higher side, though not very expensive. They are not as cheap as average commuter bikes, but definitely not as expensive as some premium bikes.
What is the mileage of the Yamaha MT15?
When we tested the Yamaha MT15, it returned a mileage of 56.87kmpl in the city and 47.94kmpl on the highway, which is at par with the other bikes in the segment.
What are the features of the Yamaha MT15?
The Yamaha MT15 is now decently feature packed. It has LED headlight, tail light, and turn indicators. The latter only on the top and mid variants, which also get Bluetooth connectivity. There’s a digital instrument cluster with a clean layout that is easy to read. Other features on the MT15 are traction control, two modes for the instrument cluster: track & street, and a quickshifter for upshifts only. Yamaha also offers optional accessories that add to the utility of the bike.
Is the Yamaha MT15 worth buying?
The Yamaha MT15 is a sporty, naked motorcycle with good performance. It’s easy to ride as well. It now has an extensive list of features that increase its value for money. If you are in the market for a bike that looks sharp, is fast, and is easy to ride everyday, the MT15 makes for a strong case.
What are the alternatives to the Yamaha MT15?
The KTM 125 Duke is the closest rival to the MT15, especially in terms of price. It looks sharp, and handles well too. You can also check out the Honda Hornet 2.0, Bajaj Pulsar NS200, and the TVS Apache RTR 200 4V. If you want an off-road bike for a similar price, the Hero Xpulse 200 4V is a great alternative.
Yamaha MT-15 Price
| MT-15 Metallic Black 52.02 kmph155 cc DISCONTINUED | Rs.1,60,900 | ||
| MT-15 Dark Matte Blue 52.02 kmph155 cc DISCONTINUED | Rs.1,60,900 | ||
| MT-15 Ice Fluo Vermillion 52.02 kmph155 cc DISCONTINUED | Rs.1,64,400 | ||
MT15 Expert Review
Overview
The Yamaha MT-15 is a streetfighter offering based on the Yamaha R15. It comes with an aggressive design and a powerful engine, with Yamaha’s signature Variable Valve Actuation (VVA) technology. Let’s see whether the MT-15 has what it takes to recreate R15’s success but in the streetfighter segment:
Design
The MT-15 features an aggressive street fighter design which is in line with the design language that we have seen on Yamaha’s higher capacity motorcycles in the MT lineup. The headlight consists of an LED projector and twin LED DRLs that gives the bike a very menacing look. The fuel tank comes with large extensions for a sporty look. The stubby rear section is complemented by a sleek LED tail light, a tyre hugger, and a licence plate holder. The pillion grab rail, while being functional, sticks out like a sore thumb.
Engine, Mileage & Performance
The MT-15 comes with the same engine as the R15 but with a different tuning to suit the street fighter character of the motorcycle. The engine is a 155cc liquid-cooled, single-cylinder motor that produces 18.4PS at 10,000rpm and 14.1Nm at 7500rpm, working alongside a six-speed transmission along with a slip-and-assist clutch.
The MT-15 also comes with Yamaha’s Variable Valve Actuation (VVA) technology which is meant to balance low-end grunt and top-end drive. But in our tests we noticed a lack of bottom end grunt that persists up to 5500rpm. Where the engine shines is above 7000rpm, thanks to VVA. The engine is also very tractable and maintaining speeds as low 24kmph in 6th gear is quite easy.
Engine’s performance is quite impressive and when it comes to rolling acceleration, the bike is quicker than the R15. Vibrations do persist but they are minimal and only noticeable when riding at the top of the rev range.
Handling & Ride Quality
Thanks to the low kerb weight of 141kg, the Yamaha MT-15 is easily maneuverable and agile, making it ideal for city traffic. The suspension setup is very stiff and this helps keep the bike planted at higher speeds and also inspires a lot of confidence when cornering.
But the same suspension stiffness makes it really hard to ride on poor roads. Even going over smaller potholes feels troublesome. Overall the ride quality is great only on well-paved roads, but once the roads become a bit rough the rider will struggle.
The brakes are not that impressive and the lack of feedback is very apparent. The bike doesn't get dual-channel ABS and this results in situations where the rear wheel locks up and starts sliding when the brakes are applied suddenly.
Comfort
In terms of comfort, the MT-15 is able to offer a better experience than the R15 thanks to its relatively upright riding posture. The seat is adequately cushioned but is a bit towards the harder sider, this isn’t a problem in city rides but longer journeys on the highway can cause discomfort. But this isn't a deal breaker as the bike is primarily meant to be a city bike.
Features
When it comes to features, the MT-15 comes equipped with a LCD instrument cluster with bluetooth connectivity. The Yamaha Y-connect smartphone app allows the rider to access features such as call, email and sms alerts along with service reminders, last parked location and other information like average mileage and post-ride stats. Yamaha hasn’t included turn-by-turn navigation which is a bit disappointing.
Should you buy
If you are looking for a sporty naked bike that can provide good performance and is easy to handle then the MT-15 is a good bike. It’s not really high on features, but for most riders that shouldn’t be a deal-breaker.
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Yamaha MT-15 User Reviews
- Fast demon
Have the bike for 5 years now , even though it's naked sport I have comfortably traveled 1000km Above on a long bike journey, I feel like where most bikes are meant to go fast, the mt 15 was made not to go slow. It's powerful torque can be felt even on the 6th gear , Read More
- MT 15 metallic black
The bike mileage is called 50 to 60 kmh but my MT 15 metallic black has 30 to 35 kmh mileage and the sit quality is very bad
- In short the yahama mt15
In short the yahama mt15 can be an ideal motorbike for street riders with a light weight and excellent handling and braking I will rate it 10 out of 10 for styling but still yahama should work over the safety Read More
- very nice bike
very nice this bike.i hope full . value for money yamaha mt 15 overoll good product . i like this bike
- Performance and comfort is superb
Getting the Yamaha MT 15 home was a first step into the streetfighter scene. Its strong engine and brash design set it apart. One particularly memorable journey was a solo visit to a neighboring waterfall. The agility and rapid acceleration of the MT 15 made negotiating traffic and twisting roads a pleasure. It was an incredible trip through beautiful scenery to the peaceful waterfall that was the end point. The performance and comfort of the bike made the journey pleasurable and an exciting adventure out of a straightforward day excursion. This encounter strengthened my admiration for the powerful and stylish MT 15. Read More
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