Yamaha announced the launch of the Yamaha R15 V3.0 with an updated version of its 155cc, four-stroke single cylinder SOHC liquid cooled engine with Variable Valve Activation (VVA) and Assist and Slipper Clutch.
The company claims to have infused the R15 with its racing expertise built since the launch of the R1 in 1998. The engine now puts out 19.3 PS and 15 Nm of torque. The VVA technology ensures that the bike does not trade in low and mid-range torque for peak power. This, the company says, allows the bike to deliver optimal driveability across the rev range.
The A&S clutch allows smooth downshifts. The bike weighs in at a mere 139kg. It gets a fully digital instrument control and LED head and tail lamps. Yamaha will also market the “Racing Kit” comprising of Metzeler rubber along with a Daytona muffler and Frame Slider.
At the launch, Mr. Roy Kurian, Senior Vice President, Sales & Marketing at Yamaha India said, “Inheritance of R-DNA inflicts an extraordinary pursuit of technology and performance.” He said “The YZF-R15 (V3.0) will offer an enthralling technology and enormous riding attitude to the customers.”
Engine:
- Bigger 155 cc Engine along with a new bore x stroke ratio of 58mm x 58.7 mm and a higher compression ratio of 11.6:1
- Forged aluminum pistons and DiaSil Cylinders are carried over from the previous generation
- 5.5 liter air cleaner [60% more than previous generation], larger diameter intake port of 30 mm
- Newly design crank case vents which decreases pumping loss and increases power
- New engine warmup method circulates the coolant within the engine itself and the thermostat opens and allows the coolant to circulate through the radiator, thus allowing for faster engine warmup
- New muffler design with a 3 stage expansion & a 3 way catalytic convertor contributes to environmental performance
Design
- Design and style inspiration from its siblings YZF- R1 and YZF-R6
- The cockpit also has new features in the instrument console including an 18 parameter display.
Price
The YZF-R15 V3.0 will be launched at a price of INR 125,000, ex-showroom Delhi.
