Yamaha MT 15 V2.0

Price: The Yamaha MT 15 costs Rs 1,68,000 for the standard variant with Metallic Black and Dark Matte Blue colours. The fancier DLX variants including the new Cyber Green, Ice Fluo-Vermillion, Cyan Storm, Racing Blue and Metallic Black shades cost Rs 1,72,900. The Monster Energy MotoGP Edition costs Rs 1,73,400 (all ex-showroom Delhi).

Design: There isn’t any visual difference between the new MT 15 and its predecessor. Sadly, Yamaha designers haven't given it a radical makeover as they did with the new R15 V4. Having said that, it still continues to remain a sporty and modern-looking bike. The updated MT 15 could have taken design inspiration from the new Yamaha MT 03, which would have made it look even more menacing.

Features: The Yamaha MT 15 Version 2.0 continues to feature LED DRLs, LED projector headlight and taillight. The fully digital instrument console has been redesigned and the new Yamaha bike features Bluetooth connectivity for call, SMS and email alerts. It now also gets hazard lights on the DLX variant. However, the MT 15 still misses out on navigation. Like the Yamaha R15 V4, the updated MT 15 V2 now gets a traction control system. On the mechanical front, the new MT 15 still gets Variable Valve Actuation. The tech allows the 155cc engine to generate peak engine performance at higher revs without having to compensate for the lack of low- to mid-range grunt.

Engine: Powering the Yamaha MT 15 is a 155cc, liquid-cooled, four-valve single-cylinder motor rated at 18.4PS at 10,000rpm and 14.1Nm at 7500rpm. It is paired with a six-speed gearbox.

Suspension, Brakes & Other Details: The new MT 15 shares its engine with the older bike, and also uses the same deltabox frame, rear monoshock and braking hardware. However, the rear swingarm used on the MT 15 V2 is now a cast aluminium unit and it sports an inverted fork as seen on the R15 V4. And now, dual-channel ABS is offered as standard which wasn’t the case with the previous model.

Rivals: The MT 15 Version 2.0 competes against the KTM 125 Duke. Another alternative would be the Bajaj Pulsar NS200.

Variants: The new Yamaha MT 15 is only available in four variants. The standard one is available in two colours Metallic Black and Dark Matte Blue, the DLX variant is offered in five colour options - Cyber Green, Cyan Storm, Racing Blue, Ice Fluo-Vermillion and Metallic Black. The Monster Energy MotoGP Edition model gets special Monster Energy badging and blue graphics.

Yamaha has launched the 2024 MotoGP Edition models of the MT-15. Check out the details here.

The Yamaha MT15 is an entry-level streetfighter based on the R15. The naked bike looks quite sharp and aggressive with its chiselled fuel tank and muscular tank extensions. It also offers good performance to go with its aggressive looks. The MT15 is a fun bike that you can live with everyday, as well as take to your favourite hill roads on weekends.