Yamaha R15M is a bike that many would want to own apart from stylish looks, it has a sporty appeal and a powerful engine with good mileage. The ARAI-reported mileage for this bike is 36 kmpl that makes it perfect for efficiency and thrill in the roads. Yamaha has fitted the R15M with all the requirements of a modern day rider like semi-digital instrument console, LED lights and well-shaped seat.
Yamaha R15M: Key Highlights
The Yamaha R15M has great engine performance, making it stand out in the 350cc category. It is equipped with a 349.34cc engine that can make 20.2 bhp @ 6100 rpm and 27Nm of torque @ 4000 rpm. The fuel efficiency is also impressive; with an ARAI-claimed mileage of 36 kmpl, though owners reckon it to be around 35 kmpl. That is why it remains one of the best options for long rides. The bike is blessed with a 13-liter fuel tank that allows a riding range of up to 455 km .
New Yamaha R15M: Power and Performance
It has a single cylinder, air/oil-cooled unit with 349.34cc displacement. The bore and stroke of the bike’s engine are 72 mm and 85.8 mm, respectively. It has a compression ratio of 9.5:1. The bike is equipped with a 5-speed manual type having the shifting pattern of 1 Down and 4 Up. Its ride is very silken in nature due to wet multi-plate clutch and chain drive, and it can produce a maximum top speed of 130 km/h.
Suspension and Braking
Yamaha R15M is known for its well-balanced ride and comes with a telescopic 41 mm front fork featuring 130 mm of travel, and at the rear, it has twin tube emulsion shock absorbers with 6-step adjustable preload. Braking is taken care by a 300 mm disc at the front with a 2-piston caliper and a rear drum brake. The R15M comes equipped with single-channel ABS for improved safety.
Design and Dimension
R15M has excellent, chiseled designing that appeals to the younger generation. On the whole, it is 2055 mm long, 800 mm in width, 1055 mm in height and has a ground clearance of 150 mm. The Kerb weight is at 177 kg, while its wheelbase reads as 1370 mm. It comes with 800 mm seat height; thus, it can host any rider regardless of stature.
New Yamaha R15M: Features and Technology
The Yamaha R15M holds within it several useful features but misses out on some new-age technologies. It flaunts a semi-digital instrument console with a digital odometer, fuel gauge, and two trip meters. However, it also comes fitted with a gear indicator, low fuel indicator, and a clock. The motorcycle is notable for its use of halogen headlamps and taillights but sports optional GPS and navigation as rider-friendly features in its current avatar.
Pricing
The Yamaha R15M has been priced at ₹1,49,900. This makes it in the league of offering a premium motorcycle without breaking one’s bank.