The Bajaj V15 was earlier reported to have arrived at dealerships prior to its impending launch and now the home-grown brand has gone ahead and discreetly launched the V15 in Maharashtra at a price of Rs.64,943 (Ex-showroom, Mumbai) while the price on-road Mumbai stands at Rs. 74,746.
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The motorcycle, whose fuel tank is made of metal from INS Vikrant, the Indian Navy’s first aircraft carrier, now commands a waiting period of 90 days according to sources at the dealerships. Powering this premium commuter is a 150cc, DTS-i engine that delivers maximum torque of 13 Nm at 5500 RPM, and a peak power of 12 PS at 7500 rpm. Power is sent to the rear wheel by a 5 speed transmission.
Other features on the V15 include a trapezoidal headlamp rated at 55/60W, 33 mm diameter front fork and rear shock absorbers – the largest in its class, a removable rear seat cowl, an instrument cluster with a dual colour LED fuel level indicator, a LED tail lamp, aluminium die-cast wheels with a double spoke design, a 240 mm front disc brake and a 120 section rear tire.
The V15 will be available in two colours, Ebony Black and Pearl White. Bookings for the vehicle had commenced since 1st February by paying a minimum booking amount of Rs. 1000. The V15 comes with a price tag of Rs. 64,943 (Ex-showroom Mumbai) while the on-road price for Mumbai stands at Rs. 74,746. The Bajaj V15 will compete with the Suzuki Gixxer, Hero Extreme and Honda CB Unicorn.
Have a look at the gallery for the Bajaj V15 here:
Following is the complete spec sheet for the Bajaj V15 here:
|
Parameter |
V15 |
| Engine | |
|
Type |
Single cylinder, 4 stroke, SOHC 2 valve, Air cooled, DTS-i |
|
Displacement(cc) |
149.5 |
| Max power(PS @ RPM) |
12 @ 7500 |
| Max torque(Nm @RPM) |
13 @ 5500 |
| Suspension | |
|
Front |
Telescopic |
|
Front fork dia. (mm) |
33 |
| Rear |
Twin-Spring loaded hydraulic type- with gas filled |
| Brakes | |
|
Front |
240 dia disc |
| Rear |
130 dia drum |
| Tyres | |
|
Front |
90/90 – 18 51P |
| Rear |
120/80 -16 60P |
|
Fuel tank |
|
|
Total litres |
13 |
| Reserve |
1.7 |
|
Electricals |
|
| System |
12 V, 4 Ah VRLA |
| Headlamp |
55/60 W |
|
Dimensions |
|
| Length(mm) |
2044 |
|
Width(mm) |
780 |
|
Height(mm) |
1070 |
| Ground clearance(mm) |
165 |
| Wheelbase(mm) |
1315 |
| Kerb weight(kg) |
135.5 |
| Saddle height(mm) |
780 |