Yamaha MT 15 V2
Yamaha MT 15 V2 Bike Latest Updates
The Yamaha MT-15 is essentially the Yamaha R15 but in a more comfortable streetfighter package. Yamaha India updates the R15 V4, R15M and MT-15 V2 with a few nu back.
Yamaha MT 15 V2 Engine
Powering the Yamaha MT-15 is a 155cc, single-cylinder, liquid-cooled, four-valve motor rated at 18.4PS at 10,000rpm and 14.1Nm at 7500rpm. 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.
Yamaha MT 15 V2 Variants
The new Yamaha MT-15 is only available in a single variant. It’s offered in five colour options – Cyan Storm, Racing Blue, Ice Fluo-Vermillion and Metallic Black.
Yamaha MT 15 V2 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.
Key Features of Yamaha MT 15 V2
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. 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 lack of low- to mid-range grunt.
Yamaha MT 15 V2 Competitors
The MT-15 Version 2.0 competes against the KTM 125 Duke, which retails for a premium of around Rs 13,600 despite being down on both power and features. Another alternative would be the Bajaj Pulsar NS200.
