YAMAHA MT15

 Yamaha MT 15 is powered by 155 cc engine.This MT 15 engine generates a power of 18.5 PS @ 10000 rpm and a torque of 13.9 Nm @ 8500 rpm. Yamaha MT 15 gets Disc brakes in the front and rear. The kerb weight of MT 15 is 138 Kg. Yamaha MT 15 has Tubeless Tyre and Alloy Wheels. The MT-15 is a Pure-bred hyper naked, one of the most dynamic light weights from the MT stable.   

This bike has all the traits of a hyper naked with its agile handling, wide handle bar and ultra-light weight of 138 kgs. First, let’s do a walk-around of this machine. It would be criminal to call it beautiful, but it sure is slim and stealthy, something that may make it a big hit amongst millennials, especially those who may be a bit bored with what the naked KTMs look like.  

The front-end is rather concept-like, with those slim, white LED DRLs tucked-in like a pair of sinister eyes, and the central square element being the actual projector headlight, and thereon, it’s a snazzy design. Surely, the front-end is a bit over-aggressive, but the rest of the motorcycle is, thankfully, calmer on the eyes. I’ve never been a fan of matte finishes and with the fuel tank being the only bit of painted bodywork (the rest being just matte black plastics), it looks a bit dull. 

 

 

 

 

The MT-15 fires up with the exact same busy thrum as the R15. I’m not expecting any surprises here – 19.3hp is 19.3hp, and it isn’t going to make a world of a difference. If anything, you would expect the MT-15 to be slower given that it cannot deliver the aerodynamic efficiency of the R15, although naked motorcycles heighten the sensation of speed and that’s exactly what I came to experience. Just like on the R15, the MT-15 also features a 155cc, liquid-cooled, SOHC, four-valve motor featuring Yamaha’s clever Variable Valve Actuation (VVA). The VVA system, which we have elaborated on before, essentially impacts performance at either end of the engine’s rev range and, in the real world, perks up low-end performance while also aiding tractability past 8,000rpm or so. It proved its mettle on the R15 and there’s no reason why it can’t, on the MT-15. We’ll get there, in a minute. 

Typical of a naked motorcycle, the riding stance the MT-15 makes it seem more aggressive when you launch it off the line, although the 14.7Nm of torque coming at 8,500rpm is to be credited for this equally. Yamaha has altered the final drive ratio and the MT-15 also runs a larger (by four teeth) rear sprocket in comparison to the R15. It feels very energetic in the process of acceleration, regardless of what the numbers may be. Across the vast expanse of the BIC, I couldn’t help but feel like an inconsequential spec. However, contrary to my pessimistic expectations, the MT-15 engaged me in fluid, upbeat conversation, although it didn’t come across as particularly punchy. Sure, I wouldn’t sign up to do this every day, but for now, its fun quotient seemed to moderately overshadow the overwhelming setting. 

The Yamaha MT-15 155 is a commuter bike with street looks. It delivers a smooth yet agile ride, courtesy its powerful engine. The motorcycle is available in a single version. But Yamaha is offering the MT-15 in Tech Black, Ice Fluo, and Matte Blue color options. The bike is hauled by a 4-stroke liquid-cooled, 155cc engine which produces 19 PS maximum power and 15 Nm peak torque. The motor is mated to a 6-speed manual transmission. The standard safety features include an engine immobilizer, slipper clutch, and a pass switch. The bike comes with an LED taillight and headlight unit to enhance visibility.