The MT-15 Version 2.0 was launched earlier this year.
Yamaha MT-15 Version 2.0 Price:
The Yamaha MT-15 Version 2.0 is priced at Rs 1,64,400 for the Metallic Black paint scheme and Rs 1,65,400 for Ice Fluo-Vermillion, Cyan Storm and Racing Blue. The MotoGP Edition, meanwhile, is priced at Rs 1,66,400 (all prices ex-showroom Delhi).
Yamaha MT-15 Version 2.0 Features:
The Yamaha MT-15 Version 2.0 comes equipped with a new LCD instrument cluster and it also gets Bluetooth connectivity. Through the Yamaha Y-Connect smartphone app, you can access features including call, e-mail and SMS alerts, service reminders, last parked location, mileage, malfunction alerts, and post-ride stats. Unfortunately, the bike misses out on turn-by-turn navigation, which is disappointing. The bike also still makes do with the same single-channel ABS as before. Other notable features include LED headlight and tail lamp, side stand engine kill function, and slip-assist clutch.
Yamaha MT-15 Version 2.0 Engine:
The Yamaha MT-15 Version 2.0 continues to be powered by the same 155cc single-cylinder liquid cooled engine as before. It is enhanced with Variable Valve Actuation (VVA) technology, ensuring a good balance of low-end grunt and top-end drive. The motor produces 18.4PS at 10,000rpm and 0.2Nm more 14.1Nm at 7,500rpm, which is 0.1PS less and 0.2Nm more than its predecessor. The engine works alongside a six-speed transmission along with a slip-and-assist clutch.
Yamaha MT-15 Version 2.0 Suspension And Brakes:
The Yamaha MT-15 Version 2.0 employs the same deltabox frame as its predecessor, but it is now linked to an aluminium swingarm replacing the box-section unit. The front telescopic fork has also been replaced with a 37mm inverted unit, and the rear comes with a linked monoshock. Braking is via the same 282mm front and 220mm rear as before, with single-channel ABS.
Yamaha MT-15 Version 2.0 Rivals:
The Yamaha MT-15 Version 2.0 primarily competes against the KTM 125 Duke, which, apart from being a lot more expensive, does not have as many features as the MT-15 either. Another alternative is the more affordable, more powerful but less feature-packed Bajaj Pulsar NS200.
