Yamaha Bikes to Choose || Specifications, Features, And Summary
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- Yamaha MT 15
Yamaha has hiked prices for all its BS6 models. This includes the MT-15 which is now Rs 1,000 more expensive than before. Prices for the motorcycle now start at Rs 1,39,900 with the more premium looking Ice Fluo Vermilion colour scheme now costing Rs 1,40,900 (both prices ex-showroom Delhi).
The BS6-compliant iteration gets a standard radial rear tire and a side-stand engine cut-off feature for added safety. The bike retains the same underpinnings — telescopic front fork and a rear monoshock. Brakes have remained unchanged too, with the front end featuring a 282mm disc with single-channel ABS while the rear comes with a 220mm disc.
Yamaha MT 15 Specifications
On the Yamaha MT-15, the 155cc single-cylinder liquid-cooled 4-valve motor (which it shares with the R15 BS6) makes 18.6PS and 14.1Nm. Engine outputs compared to the BS4 version are lower — 0.7PS and 0.6Nm to be precise. While the engine tune of the MT-15 BS6 and the R15 BS6 remain the same, the shorter final drive ratio on the naked (thanks to a larger rear sprocket) makes the MT-15 BS6 quicker while commuting. Not only does the MT-15 BS6 share its engine with the R15 v3, but it also makes use of the same delta box frame, front conventional telescopic fork, and rear monoshock unit. However, the rear swingarm used on the MT-15 is a steel box-type and not an aluminium one like on the R15. Braking hardware remains the same with disc brakes at both ends. As part of the BS6 update, Yamaha is now offering a radial tyre on the rear wheel of the MT-15 BS6.
Yamaha MT 15 Features
While it always had LED DRLs, headlight and taillight, the tail light on the MT-15 BS6 has been slightly redesigned. You get the same full-digital dash that you find on the Yamaha R15 v3 BS6 but with a negative display. Sadly, it still gets single-channel ABS as standard; no signs of a dual-channel variant in the offing. Much like the R15 v3, the MT-15 BS6 also 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 Variants
The Yamaha MT 15 comes in a single variant with three colour options: black, blue and red. The white and red option, which was introduced with the BS6 update, costs Rs 1,000 more than the other two colours.
Yamaha MT 15 Summary
| Engine | 155 CC |
| Seat Height | 810 mm |
| Tyre | Tubeless |
| Gears | 6 Speed |
| Colours | Metallic Black, Dark Matte Blue Ice Fluo Vermillion |
| Emission Type | BS6 |
| Max Power | 18.5 PS @ 10000 rpm |
| ABS | Single-Channel |
| Kerb Weight | 138 Kg |
Pros And Cons of Yamaha MT 15
Pros of Yamaha MT 15 | Powerful and versatile 155cc engine. Lightweight and extremely compact. Looks sharp and attractive, especially in the white/red colour. |
Cons of Yamaha MT 15 | It is pricey; only Rs 7,000 less than the R15. Stiff ride quality. No dual-channel ABS. |
- Yamaha MT 15 CYW
Yamaha MT-15 BS6 is powered by a 155.1 cc single-cylinder engine which gives out a maximum power of 18.05 Bhp @ 10,000 rpm and delivers a maximum torque of 13.9 Nm @ 8,500 rpm. The liquid-cooled engine of V3 is mated to a 6-speed manual gearbox. Yamaha MT-15 BS6 is priced at INR 1,39,900-14,43,900 in India (ex-showroom).
Yamaha MT 15 CYW Specification
Based on the orders received from buyers, Yamaha will build a personalised MT15 for an individual consumer and the deliveries of these motorcycles will start from January 2021. However, the yellow colour wheel model’s deliveries will start in Mar 2021. Customers can choose their own set of colours at Rs 1.44 lakh (ex-showroom) which is Rs 4,000 more expensive than the standard MT15.
Yamaha MT 15 CYW Variants
With this campaign, the naked streetfighter will be available in as many as 14 different paint schemes (four-wheel colours) out of which 3 options will be readily available in showrooms. While for the rest one can place an order at an authorised Yamaha dealership.
Yamaha MT 15 CYW Features
With this campaign, the naked streetfighter will be available in as many as 14 different paint schemes (four-wheel colours) out of which 3 options will be readily available in showrooms. While for the rest one can place an order at an authorised Yamaha dealership.
Yamaha MT 15 CYW Summary
| Engine | 155 CC |
| Seat Height | 810 mm |
| No of Cylinder | 1 Cylinder |
| Gears | 6 Speed |
| Colours | Metallic Black, Dark Matte Blue Ice Fluo Vermillion |
| Emission Type | BS6 |
| Max Torque | 13.9 Nm @ 8,500 rpm |
| Max Power | 18.5 Bhp @ 10,000 rpm |
| ABS | Single-Channel |
| Kerb Weight | 138 Kg |
Pros And Cons of Yamaha MT 15 CYW
Pros of Yamaha MT 15 CYW | Powerful and versatile 155cc engine. Lightweight and extremely compact. Looks sharp and attractive, especially in the white/red colour. |
| Cons of Yamaha MT 15 CYW | It is pricey. No dual-channel ABS. |
- Yamaha YZF R15
Yamaha has hiked prices for its BS6 R15 V3 range by Rs 2,100. Know the updated prices of the R15 V3 BS6 and Yamaha’s other BS6 models here.
Aside from the chunky cat-con, the R15 v3 BS6 now gets side-stand engine cut-off switch, dual horns, blue rims on the Racing Blue trim and a radial rear tyre.
Yamaha YZF R15 Specifications
Powering the R15 v3 is the same 155cc single-cylinder liquid-cooled 4-valve motor with Variable Valve Actuation (VVA). The power output of 18.6PS and 14.1Nm is 0.7PS and 0.6Nm less than its BS4 counterpart. But it continues to remain the most powerful 150cc motorcycle in India. You find the trademark Deltabox frame on the R15 v3 which had to be tweaked slightly for its third generation. The India-spec motorcycle employs 41mm conventional telescopic fork and an aluminium swingarm with a monoshock unit. Braking duties are taken care of by a 282mm disc with a twin-piston calliper on the front wheel while the rear wheel gets a single-piston calliper acting on a 220mm rear disc.
Yamaha YZF R15 Features
The Yamaha R15 features sleek twin LED headlights and an LED tail-light. It gets a fully digital dash with a plethora of information on offer like two trip meters, average fuel efficiency indicator, gear position indicator and a bar-type tachometer. Dual-channel ABS comes as standard. The R15 v3 also gets Variable Valve Actuation, which is Yamaha lingo for variable valve timing. Thanks to the presence of this tech, the R15 can eke out maximum top-end performance without sacrificing on low-end grunt. This tech is usually found on big capacity motorcycles, so kudos to Yamaha for kitting the small R15 with this feature.
Yamaha YZF R15 Variants
The Yamaha R15 V3 comes in 3 colour variants: grey (Rs 1,47,900), blue (Rs 1,49,000) and matte black (Rs 1,50,000). Yamaha hasn’t tinkered around with the styling of the new R15, and it remains the same sharp-looking motorcycle that it was since 2018. While the graphics on the grey and Dark Knight colours look similar to the BS4 bike, the Racing Blue gets refreshed graphics with a silver strip bearing the R15 logo plastered across the fairing.
Yamaha YZF R15 Summary
| Engine | 155 CC |
| Seat Height | 815 mm |
| Tyre | Tubeless |
| Gears | 6 Speed |
| Colours | Thunder Grey, Dark Night, Racing Blue Thunder Grey |
| Emission Type | BS6 |
| Wheels | Alloy |
| Max Power | 18.6 PS @ 10000 rpm |
| ABS | Dual-Channel |
| Kerb Weight | 142 Kg |
Pros And Cons of Yamaha YZF R15
Pros of Yamaha YZF R15 | Perfect track tool for those who are beginning sport riding. Variable Valve Actuation makes the R15 a lot more usable in everyday situations. A rear radial tyre is standard and you get the option to fit grippy Metzeler rubber. |
Cons of Yamaha YZF R15 | The riding posture is on the committed side. Build quality and fit and finish levels have dipped massively. |
- Yamaha FZS 25
Yamaha FZS 25 Highlights Yamaha has announced the prices of the BS6 FZ-25 and FZS-25. The standard model costs a little over Rs 17,000 more than its BS4 counterpart. It will be available across India from today, July 27, 2020. The FZS-25 is expected to follow suit soon. Yamaha FZ25 Price: The Yamaha FZ25 BS5 is priced at Rs 1,52,100, which is Rs 17,420 more than the outgoing BS4 model which retailed at 1,34,680 (ex-showroom Delhi). The new FZS-25 variant costs Rs Rs 1,57,100 (all prices, ex-showroom Delhi).
Yamaha FZS 25 Specifications
Yamaha FZS 25 is powered by 249 cc engine. This FZS-25 engine generates a power of 20.8 PS @ 8000 rpm and a torque of 20.1 Nm @ 6000 rpm. Yamaha FZS 25 gets Disc brakes in the front and rear. The kerb weight of FZS-25 is 154 Kg. Yamaha FZS 25 has Tubeless Tyre and Alloy Wheels.
Yamaha FZS 25 Features
The biggest change comes in the form of a new front fascia, which now looks sharper and uses a bi-function LED headlight flanked by LED DRLs. It also features a new engine cowl. The new FZS 25 variant gets a couple of extra goodies, which may aid its touring capabilities. This includes a taller visor for better wind deflection, knuckle guards, and funky gold-painted wheels. The standard model is offered in two colours: black and blue, while the FZS 25 gets three: green, white and matte blue.
Yamaha FZS 25 Variants
There’s no change in terms of hardware. The FZ250 uses the same telescopic fork, rear monoshock, a 282mm front and 220mm rear disc. Dual-channel ABS comes as standard. Surprisingly, despite the BS6 update, the FZ25 has only gained 1kg over the BS4 model, which tipped the scale at 152kg.
Yamaha FZS 25 Summary
| Engine | 249 CC |
| Seat Height | 795 mm |
| Tyre | Tubeless |
| Gears | 5 Speed |
| Colours | White, Blue Green |
| Emission Type | BS6 |
| Wheels | Alloy |
| Max Power | 20.8 PS @ 8000 rpm |
| ABS | Dual-Channel |
| Kerb Weight | 154 Kg |
Pros And Cons of Yamaha FZS 25
Pros of Yamaha FZS 25 | Best-in-class LED headlamps Most affordable 250cc bike Seat height is low and accessible |
Cons of Yamaha FZS 25 | Power output on the lower side The instrument console is small |
- Yamaha FZ 25
Yamaha India has launched the FZ 25 BS6 and the FZS 25 in the country. Prices start from Rs 1,52,100, making it Rs 17,420 more expensive than the BS4-compliant model. If you’re wondering what exactly you get for such a high premium.
Yamaha FZ 25 Specifications
The new BS6 FZ25 delivers 20.8PS and 20.1Nm, which is 0.1PS less and 0.1Nm more than the existing BS4 FZ 25. The motor comes mated to a 5-speed transmission. Suspension duties are handled by a telescopic fork and a monoshock. The bike is anchored at both ends by disc brakes (282mm front and 220mm rear) with dual-channel ABS. Tyres include a 100-section front and a wide 140-section rear tubeless unit.
Yamaha FZ 25 Features
The new motorcycle gets an LED headlamp and tail lamp. The bike’s negative LCD shows the real-time mileage apart from the regular trove of information. Another new feature in the BS6 model is the side-stand engine cutoff function. The FZ25 BS6’s premium variant, the FZS 25, gets knuckle guards, a longer windscreen, alloy wheels in the gold finish, and more premium colour options.
Yamaha FZ 25 Variants
Yamaha has retained the brawny streetfighter looks with the muscular fuel tank, split seat, and meaty rear tyre with a tyre hugger. The headlamp cowl has been redesigned in the BS6-compliant version. It looks quite robotic like the Honda X-Blade. Adding to the sporty appeal are the engine cowl and the stubby exhaust.
Yamaha FZ 25 Summary
| Engine | 249 CC |
| Seat Height | 795 mm |
| Tyre | Tubeless |
| Gears | 5 Speed |
| Colours | Metallic Black Racing Blue |
| Emission Type | BS6 |
| Wheels | Alloy |
| Max Power | 20.8 PS @ 8000 rpm |
| ABS | Dual-Channel |
| Kerb Weight | 153 Kg |
Pros And Cons of Yamaha FZ 25
Pros of Yamaha FZ 25 | Best-in-class LED headlamps Most affordable 250cc bike Seat height is low and accessible |
Cons of Yamaha FZ 25 | Power output on the lower side The instrument console is small |
- Yamaha FZS-FI
Yamaha’s highly popular FZ-S Fi commuter motorcycle is now available in a new colour variant called the Vintage Edition. This new variant arrives in a British Racing Green colour with a tan single-piece seat. It gets the same set of features as the Darknight trim and costs Rs 1,09,700 (ex-showroom Delhi).
Yamaha FZS-FI Specifications
The 149cc, single-cylinder, air-cooled, fuel-injected motor remains unchanged. It makes 13.2PS of power at 8000rpm and 12.8Nm of torque at 6000rpm mated to a 5-speed transmission. However, Yamaha says the engine is now tuned for better low-end performance. The same goes for the bike’s underpinnings. The FZS-Fi retains its telescopic fork and monoshock setup. Anchoring the bike is a 282mm disc up front and a 220mm disc at the rear. Tyre dimensions remain unchanged as well – a 100/80-section type upfront and a 140/60-section tyre at the rear.
Yamaha FZS-FI Features
In terms of features, the FZS-Fi comes with single-channel ABS as standard and chunky tyres. The bikes negative LCD instrument console displays information like a fuel gauge, odometer, two trip metres, F trip and a clock amongst others. There’s also an ECO indicator which guides riders with throttle modulation to help extract more fuel-efficiency from the engine.
Yamaha FZS-FI Variants
From a design standpoint, the FZS-Fi features an all-new LED headlamp reminiscent of the M-Slaz sold in South East Asian markets. It’s also beefier compared to the previous iteration and gets new tank extensions. The ‘S’ variant comes with a new belly pan too. Other notable changes include a negative LCD instrument console, a taller handlebar (up by 22mm) and a single-piece seat instead of the split unit seen on the previous bike.
Yamaha FZS-FI Summary
| Engine | 149 CC |
| Seat Height | 790 mm |
| Tyre | Tubeless |
| Gears | 5 Speed |
| Colours | Pine Green, Black, Metallic Red, Matt Blue, Matt Black Grey Cyan |
| Emission Type | BS6 |
| Wheels | Alloy |
| Max Power | 12.4 PS @ 7250 rpm |
| ABS | Single-Channel |
| Kerb Weight | 137 Kg |
Pros And Cons of Yamaha FZS-FI
Pros of Yamaha FZS-FI | Big bike styling Features Smooth engine |
Cons of Yamaha FZS-FI | Performance isn’t up to the mark The quality of plastics feels sub-par. |
- Yamaha FZS-FI Dark Knight
Yamaha FZS-FI V3 Dark Night is the mid variant in the FZS-FI V3 lineup and is priced at Rs. 1.07 Lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi). This Dark Night variant comes with an engine putting out and of max power and max torque respectively. Yamaha FZS-FI V3 Dark Night is available in 6 colours: Pine Green, Black, Metallic Red, Matt Blue, Matt Black and Grey Cyan.
Yamaha FZS-FI Dark Night Specification
The 149cc, single-cylinder, air-cooled, fuel-injected motor remains unchanged. It makes 13.2PS of power at 8000rpm and 12.8Nm of torque at 6000rpm mated to a 5-speed transmission. However, Yamaha says the engine is now tuned for better low-end performance. The same goes for the bike’s underpinnings. The FZS-Fi retains its telescopic fork and monoshock setup. Anchoring the bike is a 282mm disc up front and a 220mm disc at the rear. Tyre dimensions remain unchanged as well – a 100/80-section type upfront and a 140/60-section tyre at the rear.
Yamaha FZS-FI Dark Night Features
In terms of features, the FZS-Fi comes with single-channel ABS as standard and chunky tyres. The bikes negative LCD instrument console displays information like a fuel gauge, odometer, two trip metres, F trip and a clock amongst others. There’s also an ECO indicator which guides riders with throttle modulation to help extract more fuel-efficiency from the engine.
Yamaha FZS-FI Dark Night Variants
The FZS-Fi comes in just one variant and is priced at Rs 1,04,700. It, however, gets a special Dark Knight and Vintage Edition colour variants that costs Rs 1,07,900 and Rs 1,09,700. (All prices, ex-showroom Delhi).
Yamaha FZS-FI Dark Night Summary
| Engine | 149 CC |
| Seat Height | 790 mm |
| Tyre | Tubeless |
| Gears | 5 Speed |
| Colours | Pine Green, Black, Metallic Red, Matt Blue, Matt Black Grey Cyan |
| Emission Type | BS6 |
| Wheels | Alloy |
| Max Power | 12.4 PS @ 7250 rpm |
| ABS | Single-Channel |
| Kerb Weight | 137 Kg |
Pros And Cons of Yamaha FZS-FI Dark Night
Pros of Yamaha FZS-FI Dark Night | Big bike styling Features Smooth engine |
Cons of Yamaha FZS-FI Dark Night | Performance isn’t up to the mark The quality of plastics feels sub-par. |
- Yamaha FZS-FI Vintage
Yamaha FZS-FI V3 Vintage Edition is the top variant in the FZS-FI V3 lineup and is priced at Rs. 1.09 Lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi). This Vintage Edition variant comes with an engine putting out and of max power and max torque respectively. Yamaha FZS-FI V3 Vintage Edition is available in 6 colours: Pine Green, Black, Metallic Red, Matt Blue, Matt Black and Grey Cyan.
Yamaha FZS-FI V3 Vintage Edition Specification
Yamaha FZS-FI V3 is powered by 149 cc engine. This FZS-FI V3 engine generates a power of 12.4 PS @ 7250 rpm and a torque of 13.6 Nm @ 5500 rpm. Yamaha FZS-FI V3 gets Disc brakes in the front and rear. The kerb weight of FZS-FI V3 is 137 Kg. Yamaha FZS-FI V3 has Tubeless Tyre and Alloy Wheels.
Yamaha FZS-FI V3 Vintage Edition Features
It is powered by 149 cc engine and puts the power of 12.4 PS. Torque remains at 13.6 Nm.
Yamaha FZS-FI V3 Vintage Edition Variants
This variant is available in 1 colour: Pine Green.
Yamaha FZS-FI V3 Vintage Edition Summary
| Engine | 149 CC |
| Seat Height | 790 mm |
| Tyre | Tubeless |
| Gears | 5 Speed |
| Colours | Pine Green, Black, Metallic Red, Matt Blue, Matt Black Grey Cyan |
| Emission Type | BS6 |
| Wheels | Alloy |
| Max Power | 12.4 PS @ 7250 rpm |
| ABS | Single-Channel |
| Kerb Weight | 137 Kg |
Pros And Cons of Yamaha FZS-FI V3 Vintage Edition
Pros of Yamaha FZS-FI Vintage Edition | Big bike styling Features Smooth engine |
Cons of Yamaha FZS-FI Vintage Edition | Performance isn’t up to the mark The quality of plastics feels sub-par. |
- Yamaha FZ-FI
Yamaha FZ FI is a commuter bike available at a starting price of Rs. 1,04,984 in India. It is available in 3 variants and 6 colours with top variant price starting from Rs. 1,09,992. The FZ FI is powered by 149cc BS6 engine which develops a power of 12.2 bhp and a torque of 13.6 Nm. With both front and rear disc brakes, Yamaha FZ FI comes up with the anti-locking braking system. This FZ FI bike weighs 137 kg and has a fuel tank capacity of 13 litres.
Yamaha FZ FI Specifications
The FZ is the model that revived Yamaha’s fortunes in India, and since its launch, it has been the gold standard for the 150cc sporty commuter, as far as the sales figures are concerned. It offered several new technologies like radial tyres and a centralised fuel tank, at the time of its launch. It is also one of the pioneers of fuel injection, having made the entire FZ range FI at a time when its competitors were still depending heavily on carburetted variants.
Yamaha FZ FI Features
The next generation of the FZ-S is here, and it is not a major update. Single-channel ABS has been added, which is now compulsory, an LED headlamp, and the instrument cluster with white backlighting. The fuel injection has been tweaked to offer better midrange but the peak power output remains the same at 13bhp and 12.8Nm. The split seat has strangely regressed to a single-seat, despite the overall design becoming a little more aggressive. The only difference between the FZ and FZ-S is the presence of a belly pan on the latter. It bumps up the price of the bike by Rs 2000, ex-showroom.
Yamaha FZ FI Variants
n the latest update, the company has launched the BS-VI variant of the motorcycle that now gets a BS-VI compliant powerplant. The engine continues to be the same 149cc single-cylinder air-cooled unit with fuel-injection that now produces 12.2bhp at 7,250rpm and 13.6Nm at 5,500rpm. Transmission duties continue to be handled by a five-speed gearbox.
Yamaha FZ FI Summary
| Engine | 149 CC |
| Seat Height | 790 mm |
| Tyre | Tubeless |
| Gears | 5 Speed |
| Colours | Matt Black, Dark Matt Blue, Gray & Cyan Blue, Metallic Red, Dark Knight, Vintage Green |
| Emission Type | BS6 |
| Wheels | Alloy |
| Max Power | 12.2 PS @ 7250 rpm |
| ABS | Single-Channel |
| Kerb Weight | 137 Kg |
Pros And Cons of Yamaha FZ FI
Pros of Yamaha FZ FI | The negative LCD is good to look at Quite comfortable to ride in the city Gets Eco indicator to maximise fuel efficiency |
Cons of Yamaha FZ FI | Doesn’t get LED indicators Misses out on the typical FZ aggressive styling |
