Yamaha R15S
The Yamaha R15S is a 155cc sports bike based on the discontinued R15 V3. It comes with a single seat and has a slightly less aggressive riding posture than the R15 V4. The R15S is the cheapest-faired Yamaha bike in India, with a good balance of performance and practicality.
Key Specs & Features of Yamaha R15S
Engine | 155 cc |
Power | 18.4 PS |
Torque | 14.2 Nm |
Mileage | 40 kmpl |
Kerb Weight | 142 kg |
Brakes | Double Disc |
- ABS Dual Channel
- LED Tail Light
- Speedometer Digital
- Odometer Digital
- Tripmeter Digital
- Fuel gauge
- Tachometer Digital
More affordable then the R15 V4
The R15S is a bit more comfortable than the R15 V4, thanks to its single-piece seat
Still gets the same powerful engine 155cc liquid-cooled, single-cylinder engine with VVA
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Yamaha R15S Summary
We compared the R15 S with the latest-gen R15 V4 to find out the differences that make them stand apart from each other.
Yamaha R15S Price
The Yamaha R15S is available in a single variant priced at Rs. 1,65,700 (ex-showroom, Delhi). The colour options for the bike include Matte Black and Racing Blue.
Yamaha R15S Engine
The Yamaha R15S has a 155cc liquid-cooled, SOHC, fuel-injected engine that produces 18.4PS @10000rpm and 14.2Nm @ 7500rpm, paired with a 6-speed transmission. The engine is BS6.2 compliant and is compatible with E20 fuel (20 per cent ethanol and 80 per cent petrol blend), reducing emissions and cutting down on pollution.
The engine also features a VVA (variable valve actuation) system that ensures good low-end torque without compromising top-end performance.
Yamaha R15S Suspension & Brakes
The Yamaha R15S is built on the Deltabox frame, with a telescopic fork and a linked monoshock. The bike gets a 282mm disc brake at the front and 220mm at the back with dual-channel ABS. The R15S features a 100/80-17 tyre at the front and a 140/70R17 radial tyre at the back.
The bike has a ground clearance of 170mm for tackling speed breakers and bad roads. The R15S gets a fuel tank capacity of 11 litres while the seat height measures 815mm.
Yamaha R15S Key Features
The Yamaha R15S gets a single-piece seat that ensures the rider and pillion can easily get on or off the bike. The bike has an LCD instrument cluster displaying a speedometer, bar-style tachometer, odometer, clock, fuel gauge, gear position indicator and ABS warning light, among others.
Other features include a dual horn and a side-stand engine cut-off function. It also gets an assist and slipper clutch for easy clutch lever action and prevents rear wheel locking when engine braking aggressively.
Yamaha R15S Rivals
Though the Yamaha R15S has no direct competitors in its segment, one can also choose the Bajaj Pulsar RS200, which is more powerful, at a reasonable premium. You can also take a look at the Hero Karizma XMR.
Yamaha R15S Price
The price of Yamaha R15S in India starts at Rs. 1,66,700 . Yamaha R15S comes with 1 variants.
R15S STD 144 kmph40 kmpl155 cc | Rs.1,66,700 |
R15S comparison with similar Bikes
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Mileage40 kmpl | Mileage40.36 kmpl | Mileage40.36 kmpl | Mileage56.87 kmpl | Mileage45 kmpl | Mileage35 kmpl | Mileage30.08 kmpl | Mileage46 kmpl | Mileage57.35 kmpl |
Engine155 cc | Engine199.5 cc | Engine160.3 cc | Engine155 cc | Engine155 cc | Engine200 cc | Engine250 cc | Engine149 cc | Engine184.4 cc |
Power18.4 PS @ 10000 rpm | Power24.5 PS @ 9750 rpm | Power17.2 PS @ 9000 rpm | Power18.4 PS @ 10000 rpm | Power18.4 PS @ 10000 rpm | Power25 PS @ 10000 rpm | Power31 PS @ 9250 rpm | Power12.4 PS @ 7250 rpm | Power17.26 PS @ 8500 rpm |
Top Speed144 kmph | Top Speed136 kmph | Top Speed120 kmph | Top Speed122 kmph | Top Speed140 kmph | Top Speed140 kmph | Top Speed148 kmph | Top Speed115 kmph | Top Speed130 kmph |
Torque14.2 Nm @ 7500 rpm | Torque18.74 Nm @ 8000 rpm | Torque14.6 Nm @ 7250 rpm | Torque14.1 Nm @ 7500 rpm | Torque14.2 Nm @ 7500 rpm | Torque19.3 Nm @ 8000 rpm | Torque25 Nm @ 7250 rpm | Torque13.3 Nm @ 5500 rpm | Torque15.9 Nm @ 6000 rpm |
Weight142 kg | Weight158 kg | Weight152 kg | Weight141 kg | Weight141 kg | Weight- | Weight162.8 kg | Weight136 kg | Weight142 kg |
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Yamaha R15S Pros and Cons
Things We Like
- NO other 150cc bike makes as much power in India
- Gets segment-leading VVA and slipper clutch
- Razor-sharp handling
Things We Don't Like
- Demanding riding position
- Below-par build quality
- LED headlight is rather weak
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