Yamaha R15S vs Yamaha YZF R3

Yamaha YZF R3 Price starts at Rs. 3.51 Lakh which is Rs. 1.86 Lakh costlier than base model of Yamaha R15S priced at Rs. 1.65 Lakh. The claimed mileage of Yamaha R15S is 40 kmpl. In technical specifications, Yamaha R15S is powered by 155 cc engine , while Yamaha YZF R3 is powered by 321 cc cc engine. Yamaha R15S is available in 2 different colours while Yamaha YZF R3 comes with 2 colours. The Comparison Yamaha R15S vs Yamaha YZF R3 can be described on the basis of price and specifications.

R15S vs YZF R3

Key Highlights R15S STDYZF R3 STD
Engine Type Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, SOHC, 4-valve Liquid cooled, 4-stroke, 4-valve, DOHC Engine
Max Power 18.6 PS @ 10000 rpm 42 PS @ 10750 rpm

R15S vs YZF R3 Key Highlights

Basic Info R15S STDYZF R3 STD
Rating
2883 reviews
46 reviews
Brand Name Yamaha Yamaha
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 1.65 Lakh View On Road Price Rs. 3.51 Lakh
Engine Type Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, SOHC, 4-valve Liquid cooled, 4-stroke, 4-valve, DOHC Engine
Max Power 18.6 PS @ 10000 rpm 42 PS @ 10750 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
R15S Colors
Brakes Front Disc Disc
Brakes Rear Disc Disc
Wheel Size Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Alloy
ABS Dual Channel Dual Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 4,759 @ 9.45% (36 months)
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Insurance Rs. 11,468 R15S Insurance ...
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Engine Type
Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, SOHC, 4-valve
Liquid cooled, 4-stroke, 4-valve, DOHC Engine
Engine Displacement
155 cc
321 cc
Max Power
18.6 PS @ 10000 rpm
42 PS @ 10750 rpm
Max Torque
14.1 Nm @ 8500 rpm
29.6 Nm @ 9000 rpm
Emission Type
bs6-2.0
bs4
Bore
58 mm
68 mm
Stroke
58.7 mm
44.1 mm
No Of Cylinders
1
2
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Valve Per Cylinder
4
4
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
TCI (Transistor controlled ignition)
Transistor controlled ignition
Compression Ratio
11.6:1
11.2:1

Brakes Front
Disc
Disc
Brakes Rear
Disc
Disc

Mileage (Overall)
40 kmpl
35 kmpl

Suspension-Front
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Telescopic Forks
Chassis
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Diamond
Suspension-Rear
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Swingarm

Tyre Size
Front :-100/80-17 Rear :-140/70-17
Front :-110/70-R17, Rear :-140/70-R17
Wheel Size
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Radial Tyre
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Seat height
815 mm
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Length*Width*Height
1990*725*1135 mm3
2090*720*1135
Wheelbase
1325 mm
1380 mm
Length
1990 mm
2090 mm
Ground Clearance
170 mm
160 mm
Height
...
780 mm
Width
725 mm
720 mm
Fuel Capacity
11 Liters
14 L
Kerb Weight
142 Kg
173 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Diameter
282 mm
298 mm
Rear Brake Diameter
220 mm
220 mm

Battery Type
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GTZ8V
Additional Features
Auxiliary light, Fuel consumption indicator, Shift timing light, VVA indicator, Side stand engine cut-off switch, Dual horn, Gear position indicator, Inner Tube - 41.0 mm
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LED tail lights
Turn Signal Lamp
LED
Bulb

ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Sports Bikes
Sports Bikes
Body Graphics
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Single
Split
Pass Switch
Display
...
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Tachometer
...
Analogue
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Average Fuel economy
...
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Clock
Stepup Seat
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Low Oil Indicator
Passenger Footrest
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Console
...
Analogue and Digital
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Mobile Connectivity
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Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives

Yamaha R15S

  • More affordable and comfortable than the R15 V4
  • Variable Valve Actuation ensures the engine has enough grunt for everyday situations
  • Standard rear radial tyre
  • with optional grippy Metzelers

Yamaha R15S

  • Fit and finish levels could have been better
  • The LED headlight isn’t bright enough and fails to illuminate the road properly
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R15S and YZF R3 Competitors

Recently Asked User Questions

Q. Suggest me a bike under 1.5 lakh I am 6 feet and I am collage boy.
  • No bikes for you for the college...start with any 125cc first....for weekend little stretch r15 v3...faily commute to college Fz 150...if you need style and girlfriend and get spoiled R15v3 or gixxer 150. Go in a bus bro...study well ..we can take super bikes later...because we love you
  • Honda hornet/honda xblade/ honda unicorn/Hero xtreme 200s/ Pulsar150/ pulsar220/ ns 160/ns200/apache1604v/apache 200 4v/RE std 350/xpulse 200/yamaha fzsv3...all under 1.5L on road and suits tall persons...my personal choice would be RE 350Std and pulsar 220 big bike feel...
  • Bro close your eyes and go for R15 V3 Best performance with best mileage and low maintenance...and even it's looks are also amazing
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Q. Can I use R15 V3. 0 for long rides, 500 kms around without discomfort? If not which bike in this price range is better?
  • I have ridden my beast more than 500km also with pilion rider for example from Delhi to Shimla, Delhi To Jaipur, Jodhpur Via Agra, Also Udaipur Ajmer, Delhi To Dehradun, Haridwar Even my highest tour Delhi to Jaisalmer & Delhi to Ahmedabad, so far I didn't find any discomfort but yeah all you have to keep in mind about chain l**e oil it after 500-1000km constant travel for best results also the tyre pressure.
  • Yes u can go 500 kms around without discomfort by staying 30 minutes for every 100 to 120 Km On average i have a great experience go 1000 Km, height is below 5'9 - 5.5 its preferably otherwise it will be uncomfortable for long ride.
  • I have rode ,the beast to kanyakumari .. from mumbai .. the first day was bad but the next day day i rode like nearly 800km woth out any discomfort
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Q. I am 6.3 feet tall. Which one is comfortable me? R15 V3 or MT 15??
  • R15 v3 suits for taller riders . A bit uncomfortable for. Shorter riders , rather for me , I am 6.1 . It clocked around 12k on my bike . I clocked 700km at a stretch , I won’t feel any pain or aches .
  • My height is 5'1 and I own r15v3. I don't feel any discomfort while riding the bike even in bumper-to-bumper traffic. height doesn't matter, skill matters. I can drive all other bikes easily
  • Better you go for MT15
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R15S Vs YZF R3 Comparison FAQs

Which bike is cheaper R15S vs YZF R3?

The Yamaha R15S is cheaper than Yamaha YZF R3 by Rs. 1.86 Lakh.

Which bike offers better performance R15S vs YZF R3?

For the STD version, 155 cc Petrol engine of R15S produces 18.6 PS @ 10000 rpm of power and 14.1 Nm @ 8500 rpm of torque. Whereas for the STD version, 321 cc Petrol engine of YZF R3 produces 42 PS @ 10750 rpm of power and 29.6 Nm @ 9000 rpm of torque

User Reviews of Comparison

  • Yamaha R15S
  • Yamaha YZF R3
  • Having a bike was a childhood dream for me. I spent over 3 months researching all the available bikes in India before finally choosing the Yamaha R15. From the moment I saw the bike I could sense there was something very special about it. Not just its excellent looks but also it's brilliant performance. From the YouTube videos of various riders demonstrating the R15 I could tell that it's an 'Exceptional' Bike. I took a test ride and was really impressed with it. Before that I had an opportunity to also ride the KTM RC200. I preferred the R15 over all other bikes in the 150-200cc set. I will now present all my findings having done over a 1100km on this bike in just under a month. The engine and performance is excellent. Perfection. Great pickup, smooth transmission, easy gear shifts, good braking and tons of power if needed. This bike is deceptively fast. I just want to mention I like to keep at very safe speeds. I remember recently i was cruising at about 60 in the city and the road had less traffic so I decided to throttle it just a little. Within seconds I looked at the speedo and it was at 110kmph. It's surely a top end monster. It is as smooth at 60kmph as it's at 100+. Zero engine strain. The mileage I got from the bike brand new with no service was 58kmpl. That's pretty unbelievable for a bike with this kind of performance. That surely indicates great engineering. The looks of this bike stand out in a big way. Very elegant and good looking design. Classic lines. I can see people staring at it at intersections. The bike gets compliments all the time. The bike off roads surprisingly well too. I took it to Damdam lake and I could take it through the steep dirt tracks to the lakeside without a problem. The riding posture is aggressive and I personally love it. It's feels great to ride this bike. The key is to keep your arms and wrists relaxed and use your legs to grip the tank and thus distribute your body weight off your upper body. This is actually the recommended way of riding ALL kinds of bikes as per riding instructors. Since I got the bike I don't drive my car much anymore. That's how much fun this is. That too with Indian traffic and weather which can be challenging at times. I have already toured a little on this bike having done about 1000km going on road trips riding many hours at a stretch. No problems to report at all. A true winner. Buy with confidence. I will recommend that you get all the accessories as well, like crash guards etc. They all are very good for your bike and help keep it safe. Special thanks to Yamaha JM Motors Noida for their great support throughout the buying experience. They worked fully throughout the peak of the pandemic. I hope that you found this review useful. Please do follow me on YouTube. My name is Arjun Kaul aka Lord. Stay safe and happy riding)

    Arjun Kaul few weeks ago
  • I bought this bike as my first bike and my review can be biased. The best thing about Yamaha R15 V3 is that you just can't get enough from a 155 cc, This bike is more than a 155 cc bike. Now talk about the pros and cons. According to me, this bike has the best performance among the 155cc, offering 19 bhp power and 14 torque. Another best thing is the variable valve actuation which helps a lot in delivering power in different rpm ratios. The look is truly based on the Yamaha R15 and looks just amazing. Now as everyone knows this bike has the mileage. I am getting 46-49kmpl by daily commuting which includes every type of drive. The features are also too good as you get a digital instrument console, which has a lot of pf information in it. This bike is a beast when comes to curves. I have upgraded my bike with 150/110 tyre sections in the rear and front. Now the confidence I get on curves is just unbelievable. Braking is very decent and never faced any issue with it. There are more pros than I have already mentioned, but the only cons which I think should be considered can be riding position, which is more aggressive and can be uncomfortable for long rides. But in the end, it doesn't matter, because when you want the thrill of a true sports bike. You know there is no comfort. I just love my bike.

    Raevion V3 6 days ago
  • I think according to me there is no any one bike to compete this in india or may be outside of india bcs its power, style , looks, specifications, mileage and overall performance , stability, reliability, and last bt not least its technology of japan so definitely win to good .. value for money bike and fully sport bike so i don't expect to comfort like tourer bike ..so before buying keep in mind these points and one thing its my opinion according to my experience with this bcs i love technology and sports bikes only ...

    MD INTEKHAB few weeks ago
  • When V3 launched I thought there is no difference between the V2 but that's wrong there is lot of difference like bike body, headlight, digital screen meter, comfortable seat (including rider and rear). Actually the main thing I love the control of this bike and engine sound when you reach above 80 kmpl it's sounds like a beast and even you go upto 157 to 160 kmpl on this bike. Another thing is riding comfortable and I never get bored riding the Yamaha R15 V3.

    Vishwanatha Gowda few weeks ago
  • Excellent drive, Com-portable, Safe and spreade.Skooty is safe for female service holder.Skooty is not available accident of other vehicle.It is to move one place of other place.It's not influence of air or environmental pollution.We are not tried to drive skooty.It is very important of service lady.Because there is not available vechicle in road so.

    Kana Rani 1 week ago
R15 V3 User Reviews
  • Got this as my first bike and put 11,000 miles on it in 6 months. City miles. Got it with 0 miles and it is now just under 30,000. I had some recall work done pertaining to oil pan or something? I’ve laid it down twice and I’ve dropped it 3 or 4 times. Only maintenance cost was a new battery after around 4.5yrs, brake pads, and a new chain. AND a new low beam headlight kit from my accident at 50mph (internal structure, not outside), new shift lever which could have probably been bent back with heat if needed)and then changing my oil a little too often.She’s been good to me and when I started driving semi’s, she was ready to ride after sitting for weeks at a time without a battery tender. Flaws: if I let off electric start too soon on a bad startup it occasionally putters a little trying attempt 2(perhaps mild flooding?) This only happens if I turn off very briefly after a rigorous ride where she’s pretty hot still. This has been an issue that I noticed before probably 3-5,000 miles. When I was around 150lbs I let off of it at 125mph, yet google states top speed is 118... People think it’s a 600 and I think it’s a 150 😅 but it was just what I was looking for and more! Great buy!

    Jewel James few weeks ago
  • Absolutely perfect & One of the least offensive stock exhaust which has a deep throaty roar as revs climbs. Power delivery is very smooth & linear, so no sudden burst of power at lower rpm, however past 7000rpm punch increases all the up to red line. Though on a bit expensive side still best bang for your buck. Though brakes could have been better, front brakes feel bit spongy but a steel braided brake line should take care of it.

    Kamal Singh few weeks ago
  • Its rare to find a bike that can be a good all rounder. Personally though I have a few other bikes of smaller capacity, this bike came as a big surprise in terms of overall usability. A great overall package.

    Shawn Dsouza few weeks ago
  • I really like my wife would even mad than a tha ka ti hle mai hahahansmc c snsk😅😁😁😆😢😢😁usususi

    Theodore Chhakchhuak few weeks ago
  • Owner at KTM SHOWROOM ( SHOP NO 1 SAMDARIYA PVR NEHRU NAGAR REWA M.P.)

    Unstoppabl3 Satarking few weeks ago
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