Yamaha yzf r15 v3

Price: The Yamaha R15S is available in two colours: Racing Blue and Matte Black. It comes with a price tag of Rs 1,65,200 (ex-showroom Delhi), making it Rs 16,800 more affordable than the Yamaha R15 V4.

Features: The Yamaha R15S is equipped with split LED headlights and an LED taillight but has bulb indicators. It features the same digital LCD instrument console as the R15 V3, that greets you with ‘Hi buddy’ at the startup, which can also be personalised with your name. It displays a range of information including speed, odo, tachometer, two tripmeters, average mileage indicator and a gear position indicator. The R15S comes with VVA (Variable Valve Actuation) which is Yamaha lingo for variable valve timing, which enhances the bike’s top-end performance without sacrificing the low-end grunt.

Engine: The Yamaha R15S is powered by a 155cc single-cylinder liquid-cooled engine with Variable Valve Actuation (VVA), producing 18.4PS and 14.2Nm. It is paired with a six-speed gearbox with a slip-and-assist clutch.

Suspension, Brakes & Other Details: Built on the Deltabox frame, the R15S receives a tweaked subframe as compared to the R15 V3. It is equipped with a 41mm telescopic fork and a linked monoshock. Braking duties are handled by a 282mm front disc with a twin-piston calliper and a 220mm rear disc with a single-piston calliper. The R15S comes with 17-inch alloy wheels, fitted with 100-section front bias-ply and 140-section rear radial tyres.

Rivals: The Yamaha R15S’ closest rivals are the Suzuki Gixxer SF and the Hero Xtreme 200S 4V. A more powerful faired alternative would be the Hero Karizma XMR, and if you’re a track enthusiast, then you could also look at the KTM RC 125.

Variants: Yamaha offers the R15S in Racing Blue and Matte Black colours both priced at Rs 1,65,200 ex-showroom Delhi.

The Yamaha R15S is the single-seat variant from the Yamaha R15 range, with a design similar to the now-discontinued Yamaha R15 V3. It offers more comfort and adds practicality to the powerful 155cc engine. The R15 range was recently updated with new colour options.