Recently, the Yamaha Aerox 155 was spotted at one of the dealerships in India. It is a premium powerful scooter offering by Yamaha, with an expected price of around Rs 1 Lakh. It looks like a proper racing scooter, like the Aprilia SR 150. However, we expect it might not launch soon in India due to its heavy pricing.

Yamaha has always believed in performance two-wheelers. Most of its bike like the R15, R3, FZ-S all have decent performance qualities. Also, they are said to be quick in acceleration. In terms of scooters, it currently has Yamaha Cygnus, Alpha and Ray. These are decent priced scooters in the market. Moreover, if you see, Yamaha has focused mainly on giving performance two-wheelers at affordable prices in India. Meanwhile, recently, Yamaha Aerox 155, a premium and powerful scooter, was spotted on display at one of the dealerships. It basically comes as a racing scooter with a whopping 155cc engine. The same engine comes in the Yamaha R15. No doubt, the scooter will be the fastest one in India with premium features. But, is there really a need for such high priced performance scooters in a developing market like India? Even if launched, will it survive properly here? 

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Yamaha Aerox 155 offers complete premium features, hardly ever seen on any automatic scooter. It comes with a 155cc VVT engine that produces 14.8 BHP worth of power and 13.8 Nm of peak torque. It gets a CVT gearbox. Aerox gets 14-inch alloy wheels equipped with Single-Channel ABS. As it is mandatory for two-wheelers powerful than 125cc to have ABS, Aerox gets one. However, the rear wheel gets a drum brake. In the front, it gets telescopic front forks while the rear gets a monoshock suspension unit. Other 150cc scooters include Aprilia SR150 and Vespa SXL 150. However, if seen, these models are not that much in demand, because India is not ready for such high priced scooters. Ideal scooters in demand range from Rs 55,000 to Rs 70,000. Yamaha Aerox is a power packed performer, but not ready for India.

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Features of the Yamaha Aerox 155 include 5.8-inch digital instrument display, twin LED lamps, mobile charger, keyless ignition, Fuel Injection system, smart key system and ABS. Barring keyless ignition and FI system, rest of the features are found in many scooters like Gusto and TVS Ntorq. In the Indonesian market, it is priced for almost Rs 1.16 Lakhs (ex-showroom). Well, the Vespa also demands a price near this range, but as you see, it is not a successful one. You might hardly find an Aprilia SR 150 or a Vespa SXL 150 running on the roads.

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Concluding, we are not sure if this scooter would not be in much demand in India. Our developing country still thrives for mileage oriented scooters and ideally, most of the scooters are priced between Rs 55,000 to Rs 70,000. Scooter is a basic necessity for Indians, helping in comfortable travelling at low cost. Currently, the demand for lifestyle bikes are growing, but not for lifestyle scooters. So, we expect it to launch in the Indian market, but a little later by another 2-3 years. Currently, if it is available at the dealership, it might be just for testing the customer demand.

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Recently, there were some rumours about the naked streetfighter Yamaha M Slaz launching in India. It is basically a naked version of the R15, as it takes mechanical as well as some cosmetic underpinnings for R15. However, the M Slaz is not going to launch in the Indian markets. In this article, we explain why.

Yamaha has been giving some quick accelerating performance bikes for a long time. Even under a price of 2 Lakhs, it has the R15, Fazer 25 and the FZ25. These bikes offer great riding quality, better than some of its rivals. Some rumours about the Yamaha M Slaz launching in India were circulated. While the bike was launched 2 years back in the Thailand markets, it still has not come to India. We assume that the bike is currently not going to come to the Indian markets. The M-Slaz is the entry level bike of the MT series, which is famous globally for its naked street bikes. It uses R15’s styling elements with its 155cc SOHC engine. Features of the bike include LED headlamps and tail lamps, MT Ignition switch in place of push-button start, Front and Rear Disc Brake, Gold finish on front forks and an LCD Instrument console.

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Yamaha M Slaz Price in India

The Yamaha M-Slaz is available in Thailand at TBH 89,500 which is around Rs 1.67 Lakhs. The R15 Version 3.0 retails for a little less than that amount. However, keeping R15’s price in mind, it could price around Rs 1.4 Lakhs (ex-showroom).

If it was launched In India, the Yamaha M-Slaz would be a direct rival to the Gixxer, Apache RTR 160 4V and Hornet 160R. If compared in terms of price, its direct rival would be KTM Duke 200.

Also Read: 2018 TVS Apache RTR 160 4V; Price, Features, Specs And More – All You Know

Yamaha M Slaz Specifications

Powering the Yamaha M-Slaz is the same engine as the R15. This means that this bike is powered by a 149cc four-stroke single cylinder engine mated to a 6-speed gearbox. The M-Slaz enjoys a maximum power output of 16.09 BHP at 8,500 RPM and a peak torque of 14.3 Nm at 7,500 RPM. The M-Slaz has a true top speed of around 124 KMPH.

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 Yamaha M Slaz Mileage

The Yamaha M Slaz is expected to offer a mileage of 40 KMPL out on the highways. Easily expect the bike to return around 35 KMPL in city riding conditions.

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Yamaha M Slaz Design & Features

The design of the M-Slaz has been inspired by other bikes from Yamaha’s MT range of streetfighter motorcycles. An aggressive stance, sharp lines and striking details round off the exteriors of the MT-15.

• LED Headlamps
• LED Taillamps
• MT Ignition switch in place of push-button start
• Rear Disc Brake
• Gold finish on front forks
• LCD Instrument console

Colour options – Matte Black, Red-Black, Blue-white, Silver Green

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Check out the price, mileage, images, and colors of the newly launched Yamaha Ray ZR Street Rally Edition. It gets some design changes and new color combinations. Mechanically, it remains the same as earlier. The scooter is priced at Rs 57,898 (ex-showroom Delhi). 

Another typical Yamaha over here. Not even the scooters are left to look plain. The latest version, Yamaha Ray ZR Street Rally Edition gets all race-derived looks with heavy decals, added color combinations and some racing elements. The Ray Z is focussed more towards comfort, while this one is focused more on sporty looks. The Street Rally Edition is available with almost every Yamaha two-wheeler. The Ray ZR also retails in the market, but this is a sporty edition. Street Rally gets racing elements like knuckle guards and fenders. It continues to run on the 113cc SOHC air-cooled engine. It mainly goes against the Hero Maestro Edge and Honda Dio. The scooter is priced at Rs 57,898 (ex-showroom Delhi) and is around Rs 2,000 costlier than the normal Ray ZR.

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Yamaha Ray ZR Street Rally Edition Price In India

The Street Rally is priced at Rs 57,898 (ex-showroom Delhi), which is costlier than the normal ZR by Rs 2,000.

Yamaha Ray ZR Street Rally Edition Engine Specifications

The scooter runs on an air-cooled, SOHC, 113cc engine with a CVT unit. The engine produces 7 BHP of power and 8.1 Nm of torque. The fuel tank capacity of the scooter is 5.2 Litres with a reserve capacity of 1 Litre. The mileage recorded on this scooter is around 55 KMPL with a riding range of around 280 Kms.

Yamaha Ray ZR Street Rally Edition Mileage

The scooter comes with a fuel tank capacity of 5.5 Litres and delivers a mileage of around 55 KMPL. The top speed recorded on this scooter is around 89 Km/hr.

Yamaha Ray ZR Street Rally Edition Features

The Street Rally Edition comes with the following features:

1. Easy to use Power Setting
2. Fully Digital Speedometer
3. Large under seat storage of 21 Litres
4. Front Storage Pocket
5. Key Shutter Locking System
6. Knuckle Guard
7. New Visor
8. Front Disc Brake
9. Fenders

Yamaha Ray ZR Street Rally Edition Dimensions

The scooter measures 1820 mm in length, 700 mm in width and 1115 mm in height. It gets a wheelbase of 1270 mm, ground clearance of 130 mm and seat height of 775 mm. It weighs around 103 kgs, which is light enough.

Yamaha Ray ZR Street Rally Edition Design

The Yamaha Ray ZR Street Rally Edition is available in two different colours – Rally Red and Racing Blue. Racing elements of the scooter include a newly designed Wing Style front fairing inspired from Yamaha MT-09, helping as a wind deflector, the new Knuckle Guard protects from windblasts on the handle grip and the movable front fender protects from mud splatter. Alongside features, the Rally Edition also gets detailed graphics, derived from Yamaha’s Rally Edition bikes.

Yamaha Ray ZR Street Rally Edition Variant

It comes in only 1 variant. 

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Yamaha Ray ZR Street Rally Edition Colors

The Street Rally comes in two color options, which are as follows:

1. Racing Blue
2. Rally Red

Yamaha Ray ZR Street Rally Edition Brakes and Suspension

The telescopic front suspension and the unit swing suspension in the back are used on the scooter. Additionally, it gets a 170mm disc brake in the front. Very few 110cc scooters get disc brake options. The scooter weighs relatively lighter at 103 Kgs.

Yamaha Ray ZR Street Rally Edition Competiton

Currently, its other contenders in the 110cc segment include Honda Dio, TVS Jupiter, Suzuki Let’s and Hero Maestro. Although the biggest player in this segment is the Activa 5G, it lacks on graphics and is a plainly clothed scooter.

Yamaha Ray ZR Street Rally Edition Specification Table

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In this article, we provide you petrol-heads with a list of best sports bikes under Rs 3 Lakhs with their prices, specs and features. These bikes are ready for racing with an affordable budget of Rs 3 Lakhs. Check out this list and pick one sports bike for yourself. 

Well, who does not want a sports bike? Under the price of Rs 3 Lakhs, people are open to the idea of owning one. Our buyers still prefer commuter bikes more than sports bikes, but the average budget of a buyer is increasing too. Well, you can always put a Lakh or two for more premium bikes, but these bikes also provide enough power in a single rev. Under this budget, we have narrowed it to a couple of sports bikes. The list includes some premium bikes and some commuter-friendly ones too. So, here is the list of the best sports bikes under Rs 3 Lakhs with their prices, features, specs and more. Check out the list and pick one for yourself.

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Best Sports Bikes Under Rs 3 Lakhs – BMW G 310 R

The latest one to join this list is the BMW G 310 R. While we have seen high-end BMW bikes, this one is the most affordable one. For that, BMW has tied hands with TVS to built this mean roadster. It’s a dream for a lot of people to have a BMW bike under Rs 3 Lakhs. The bike uses a 313cc liquid-cooled engine, borrowed from the Apache RR 310. The engine is mated to a 6-speed Multi Plate wet clutch transmission. The top speed recorded on the bike is around 144 km/hr. The G 310 R sprints from 0-100 KMPH in 6.8 seconds flat.

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Best Sports Bikes Under Rs 3 Lakhs – KTM Duke 390

Every bike that KTM manufactures is a sports bike.  This KTM Duke 390 is a perfect buy under Rs 3 Lakh. KTM bikes are known for quick acceleration, aggressive gear-shifts and committed rider positioning. However, these bikes, despite having slipper clutches, do not gel well in the city’s stop and go traffic. The bike gets a 373cc liquid cooled engine that produces 40 BHP of power and 37 Nm of torque. The engine is mated to a 6-speed transmission with slipper clutch. The top speed recorded on this bike is around 165 km/hr. The bike sprints from 0-100 Km/hr in 5.6 seconds.

Also Read: BMW G 310 R Vs KTM Duke 390 – Specifications Comparison

Best Sports Bikes Under Rs 3 Lakhs – KTM RC 390

The earlier bike was the naked street version, while this one is the full-body fairing sports bike version. The KTM RC 390 possesses the same traits as the Duke 390, but with a different body and more committed riding style. Also, the seat height is also more in this one. The bike gets a 373cc liquid cooled engine that produces 40 BHP of power and 36 Nm of torque. The engine is mated to a 6-speed slipper clutch transmission. The top speed recorded on this is around 167 km/hr. The bike goes from 0-100 km/hr in 5.4 seconds.

Also Read: KTM RC 200 Price, Colours, Top Speed, Mileage And Specifications

Best Sports Bikes Under Rs 3 Lakhs – Yamaha R15 V3

When we talk about sports bikes, we have to consider Yamaha. The brand has one of the fastest bikes around the world, the YZF R1, in its lineup. Its smallest sports bike, Yamaha R15 V3 makes it to this list, despite having the elder one, R3 also in the list. This bike is the most sporty and performance oriented bikes in its segment. It gets a 155cc fuel injection engine that produces 19 BHP of power and 14.7 Nm of torque. It is mated to a 6-speed slipper clutch transmission. The top-speed recorded on the bike is around 131 km/hr. It clocks 0-100 km/hr in just 12 seconds, which is unusually fast for a 150cc bike.

Also Read: Yamaha R15 V 3.0 Price In India, Mileage, Specs, Top Speed And Other Details

Best Sports Bikes Under Rs 3 Lakhs – TVS Apache RR 310

Indian made bikes also feature on this list. The RR 310 is a full-fairing beast. Currently, the most powerful bike from TVS is the RR 310. It is a pure track ready material, also tuned for daily commuting and the stop and go traffic. Unlike the Yamaha and KTM bikes, this does not give a dedicated riding position. This sports bike gets G 310 R’s 313cc liquid cooling engine that produces 33 BHP of power and 27.3 Nm of torque. For transmission duties, it uses a 6-speed multi-plate clutch gearbox. The top speed recorded on this bike is around 148 km/hr and goes from 0-100 km/hr in 7.17 seconds.

Also Read: TVS Apache RR310 – All You Need to Know

Best Sports Bikes Under Rs 3 Lakhs – Bajaj RS 200

Bajaj bikes are known for their grunty yet economical engines. However, this one also passes off as a pure sports bike. The RS 200 gets a beefy body but its perimeter frame chassis helps in sharp handling. The bike gets a 199.5cc liquid cooled engine that produces 24.1 BHP of power and 18.6 Nm of torque. The engine is mated to a 6-speed transmission. The top-speed recorded on the Pulsar RS200 is around 141 Km/hr and it sprints from 0-100 km/hr in 9.5 seconds. Unlike the other bikes in the list, this one misses out on some features.

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Best Sports Bikes Under Rs 3 Lakhs – Honda CBR 250R

The Honda CBR 250R is the most powerful locally produced bike from Honda. One of the classiest and macho looking sportsbike. However, it might be a bit overpriced. The bike gets a 249cc liquid cooled engine that produces 26 BHP of power and 22.9 Nm of torque. The engine is mated to a 6-speed transmission. The top-speed recorded on this bike is around 135 km/hr and it sprints from 0-100 km/hr in 9.5 seconds. Despite having attractive specifications, this bike is not much popular amongst the petrol-heads.

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Best Sports Bikes Under Rs 3 Lakhs – Kawasaki Ninja 300

Recently, the prices of Kawasaki Ninja 300 were reduced and brought under Rs 3 Lakhs. This was done mainly due to its newest competitor, BMW G 310 R. This bike can be the fastest bike on this list. It is the most affordable bike to feature a parallel twin engine. The bike runs on a 296cc liquid cooled engine that produces 38 BHP of power and 27 Nm of torque. The engine is mated to a 6-speed transmission. A lot of reports and videos say that the top speed of this bike is around 182 km/hr. Also, it goes from 0-100 km/hr in just 5.6 seconds. A Kawasaki bike under Rs 3 Lakh is the real deal.

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Check out the list of best bikes in India under Rs 1.5 Lakhs. We have given the price, features, specifications, and reasons why these bikes come in this list. Read ahead to choose the perfect one for you. 

Under Rs 1.5 Lakhs, you can easily get your perfect bike for the city’s stop and go traffic and occasional long touring. Right from 100cc to 500cc bikes, this budget covers them all. For long cruising experiences, we have the Avenger, Royal Enfield Bullet, Dominar, and Thunderbird. If you want a naked bike, there is KTM, Apache RTR series and more. If you want a sportsbike experience, this list has the Pulsar RS series and the obvious Yamaha R15. Depending upon the buyer’s choice of design, we have taken a bike from every design that attracts the buyer. While this budget is much ideal for the Indian buyers, the bike brands are also developing many bikes in this price range itself. So, let’s check out the lest of best bikes in India under Rs 1.5 Lakhs with their specs, features, and prices.

Best Bikes in India Under Rs 1.5 lakhs – Bajaj Dominar 400

Bajaj gave India one of the earliest sort-of sports bikes. In the early 2000s, Pulsar was launched which was a blockbuster in the country. Still, it is considered as a heavy player in the market. However, with the launch of Bajaj Dominar 400, Bajaj got a new blockbuster in the market. Well, it lives up to its nickname as the power cruiser is truly a beast machine. Bajaj Dominar is a 400 CC powered half cruiser-half sports bike. It can easily be the cheapest option in its segment. With a brawny body, beastly engine and sporty looks, it is a hit amongst the youth.

Also Read: Bajaj Dominar 400 Price, Mileage, Images, Specs And More- All You Need To Know

Best Bikes in India Under Rs 1.5 lakhs – TVS Apache RTR 200 4V

Launched in late Jan 2016, the new TVS Apache RTR 200 4V is the most powerful and the most expensive mass-produced model from the Hosur-based bike maker. Powering the TVS Apache RTR 200 is an air-cooled single-cylinder engine that pumps out a max. power of 21 PS. The bike is available with options for both Carburetor and Fuel Injection system and many new features. Combined with razor-sharp handling, the new 200cc motor makes this model one of the most fun bikes in its segment. Also, the RTR 200 4V makes for a great upgrade from the RTR 160.

Also Read: 2018 TVS Apache RTR 200 4V Launched – Price, Specs And Other Details

Best Bikes in India Under Rs 1.5 lakhs – Yamaha YZF R15 V3.0

The latest iteration of the Yamaha R15 made its global debut in Indonesia in January this year. The India-spec model, however, is not an all-new version and is based on the V2.0. This will ensure that the prices remain under check. The new version of R15 takes some underpinnings from its sibling, Yamaha R1. The Yamaha R15 is priced starting from Rs 1.25 Lakh (ex-showroom Delhi). The sports bike competes with the likes of Suzuki Gixxer SF and Honda CBR 150R. Read on for complete details on the new Yamaha R15 Version 3.0 Price, Launch Date, Specifications, and Images.

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Best Bikes in India Under Rs 1.5 lakhs – Bajaj Pulsar RS200

The sportier cousin of the Pulsar AS200 featured above, the Bajaj RS200 has turned out to be a runaway success for the Indian two-wheeler manufacturer. This striking looking bike has found many takers in India thanks mainly to the fantastic value for money it offers. We are not big fans of the overly fussy styling, but the average Indian buyer seems to like it. It looks like a muscular sports bike with proper rugged looks. The bike sports a 199 CC engine that produces 23 BHP worth of power and 18.6 Nm worth of torque. Bajaj Pulsar RS 200 starts from Rs 1.20 Lakhs onwards (ex-showroom).

Also Read: TVS Apache RTR 200 4V Vs Bajaj Pulsar NS200- Specification Comparison

Best Bikes in India Under Rs 1.5 lakhs – KTM Duke 200

In just a few years time, the bike manufacturer from Austria has managed to establish quite a strong fan following itself. Local production of the bikes has enabled KTM to price them very competitively. And then there is the iconic edgy and menacing styling KTM is so famous for. The single cylinder motor’s responsiveness, ride & handling, the distinctive engine note have all made the KTM Duke 200 one of the most desirable bikes on sale in India and have helped it to the top of the list of the Most Exciting Bikes in India Under 1.5 lakhs.

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Best Bikes in India Under Rs 1.5 lakhs – Royal Enfield Thunderbird 350

Royal Enfield is a blessing for some people. The raw muscular cruiser with old-school instruments and heavy built, it caters to a certain type of people. Royal Enfield Thunderbird looks a little better than the Classic and Electra, offers a different seating type with different colours. The Royal Enfield Thunderbird 350 gets a BS-IV compliant engine, Front and rear disc brakes, engine kill switch, projector headlamps, rear backrest, gas-charged Rear Shock Absorbers and an Always-On Headlamps. The cruiser comes with a 346 CC engine that produces 19.8 BHP worth of power and 28 Nm worth of torque. The Thunder 350 is priced at Rs 1.49 Lakhs (ex-showroom).

Also Read: Royal Enfield Thunderbird 350 Price, Features, Specs- All You Need To Know

Best Bikes in India Under Rs 1.5 lakhs – Overview

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The next-generation Yamaha YZF R25 has been spotted testing in Indonesia. It sports an all-together new design with feature upgrades. The latest R25 is running in Malaysia. We expect the sportsbike to launch in India by end of 2019 or early 2020.

In India lineup, Yamaha has limited sportsbikes. Starting from R15, it has R3 and CBU R1. While Yamaha gives us pure performance oriented bikes, a need for more bikes is always felt. Meanwhile, the Yamaha YZF R25 has been spotted testing in Indonesia. It is already available in Malaysia and is expected to launch in Indonesia in the first half of 2019. Following which, it would come to India by end of 2019 or starting of 2020. The next-generation version sports an all-together new design with some more features. Now, it looks similar to R3, also looking like an elder version of the R15. In India, it will face competition with Honda CBR 250R, KTM Duke 200 and TVS Apache RR 310. We expect it to be priced around Rs 2 Lakhs (ex-showroom). Check out more details of the upcoming bike.

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The spy images show that it gets split headlights, which will be mostly LED units. It gets an air-intake vent between the split headlights, just like in the R15 V3. As you can see, it gets gold finished USD forks against the telescopic function on the R15. Other expected features of the bike include radially-mounted calipers and an LCD unit instead of a semi-digital one on the R15. Overall, it will take a lot of design cues from the R15 and R3.

The Yamaha YZF R25 will sport a 249cc Fuel Injection parallel twin engine. It will continue with its Variable Valve Actuation technology. The engine churns out 35 BHP of power and 22.6 Nm of torque. The engine will be paired to a 6-speed Multi Plate wet clutch, instead of a slipper clutch.

Also Read: 2018 Yamaha FZ-S FI- All You Need To Know

It will come with a fuel capacity of 14.3 Litres and a reserve fuel capacity of 2.40 Litres. The mileage estimated is between 25-30 KMPL, with an overall riding range of around 400 Kms. Another highlight of the Yamaha bikes includes its Light-weight Diamond frame chassis, which puts the rider in a committed riding position with great comfort.

Following the Yamaha YZF R25, we might also see the next-generation of Yamaha R3. The 300cc sportsbike was launched back in 2014 and is popular for its quick acceleration, great handling, and tractable engine. The new platform for R25 will give way for the R3.

Also Read: New Yamaha R3 Prices, Specifications, Features And More

The next-generation R3 will get some more features along with improved performance. The Yamaha YZF R3 comes with a 321cc parallel twin liquid cooled engine, that produces around 41 BHP of power and 29.6 Nm of torque. The sportsbike comes mated to a 6-speed Multi-plate wet clutch. It gets Long Swing-arm suspension which gives more power to the rear wheel and also eases during cornering. Other features include ABS, Mono-Shock Suspension, Metzeler Sportec M5 Radial tires, LED tail lights and LED lights on the instrument panel. However, it still goes with the halogen bulb headlamp.

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The Yamaha R15 V3 Moto GP Edition has launched in India at a price of Rs 1.3 Lakhs (ex-showroom Delhi). It gets the globally popular ‘Racing Blue’ Color. Also, FZ-S FI gets two more color options. Check out the images and details ahead in the article. 

The Yamaha R15 V3 Moto GP Edition has launched in India at the price of Rs 1.3 Lakhs (ex-showroom Delhi). Recently, it had also put up a teaser saying “Coming Soon; The Call Of The Blue”. The latest edition of the bike gets the globally popular ‘Racing Blue’ color scheme. Globally, almost all the scooters and bikes of Yamaha get this special edition. It gets a new color scheme with some graphics and decals over the body. It still continues with the 155cc Liquid Cooled FI engine. The bookings for this bike begin today (16th August) and the deliveries are scheduled to start in September. The standard variant of the bike retails at Rs 1.25 Lakhs (ex-showroom Delhi). Along with this, Yamaha FZ-S FI also get two new colour schemes. Check out the images and details of this special edition bike.

Also Read: Yamaha R15 V 3.0 Price In India, Mileage, Specs, Top Speed And Other Details

The Yamaha R15 V3 Moto GP edition gets a new livery in a racing blue paint scheme. It gets a ‘Movistar’ log on the front cowl and the side panels, along with an ‘ENEOS’ logo on the engine belly plan. Rest, it receives some decals over the body including two of ‘Yamalube’. Barring that, there is no change when compared to the regular R15 V3. The Yamaha R15 V3 Moto GP Edition basically derives its looks from the original Yamaha Moto GP factory bikes.

Also Read: 2018 Yamaha FZ-S FI- All You Need To Know

Powering the Yamaha R15 V3 Moto GP Edition is the same 155cc single cylinder-fuel injected engine. This engine churns out 19 BHP @ 10,000 RPM of power and 14.7 Nm of torque. The engine is paired to a slipper clutch with a 6-speed Manual Transmission. For comfort, it gets a swing-arm type suspension. However, the global-spec gets a different wheelbase and uses USD front forks. It records an average mileage of around 32 KMPL. The top-speed recorded on the R15 is around 136 km/hr.

Moving on to the features, the latest iteration gets many premium features over the V2. It gets Split-Dual LED headlamps, Clip-on handlebars, tank protector, split seats, a new digital instrument cluster, new rear view mirrors and LED tail lamps. Despite all of this, its biggest feature is that it gives its rider, a much-dedicating riding position. This bike is the cheapest superbike and is the closest that can take you to the tracks.

Also Read: Yamaha YZF R25 Indonesia Test Begins; India Launch Likely Next Year

Lastly, the competition of the Yamaha R15 V3 goes on with Yamaha FZ 25, KTM RC200, Suzuki Gixxer SF and the now defunct, Honda CBR 150R. Well, it does not compete directly with anybody because sportsbike are less under the budget of Rs 1.5 Lakhs. But still, it is one of the most preferred low-budget performance bikes.

Also, Yamaha FZ-S FI Rear Disc gets two new color scheme options. It gets ‘Darknight’ and ‘Matte Green’ options. Currently, the naked bike comes in only Midnight Blue color. It is priced at Rs 87,042 (ex-showroom Delhi). FZ-S in new color schemes is also available at showrooms starting today.

Yamaha FZ-S FI Rear Disc New Colors

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Check out the price, color, top-speed, and images of the Yamaha R15 V3.0. The latest generation gets all the things right with a more dedicated riding position and more features. It is priced at Rs 1.25 Lakhs (ex-showroom Delhi). Read ahead to get more details. 

Yamaha R15 V3.0 is the closest race-ready machine that you can get under Rs 1.5 Lakhs. Yamaha bikes are usually known for quick acceleration and good riding quality. The latest iteration gets sharp creases and a chiseled body, which is sleeker than the R15 V2. Features of the bike include Split-Dual LED headlamps, a blue backlight digital instrument console, Rear Mono-suspension and Split seats. Recently, the Moto GP Edition of the bike was launched in India. It gets a new ‘Racing Blue’ color with decals and underbelly livery. The special edition is priced at Rs 1.3 Lakhs (ex-showroom Delhi). The sportsbike mainly competes with Pulsar RS200, the now-defunct CBR 150R and Duke 200. The price range makes it compete with these bikes. Without any further ado, check out the price, features, images, colors and the top speed of the bike.

Also Read: New Yamaha R3 Launched at Auto Expo 2018, Price – Rs 3.48 Lakh

Yamaha R15 Version 3.0 – Price in India

The new Yamaha R15 V 3.0 starts from Rs 1,25,000 (ex-showroom Delhi). The bike is available in only 1 variant but comes in 2 different colours. R15 V3 is priced a little higher than the previous generation.

Yamaha R15 Version 3.0 – Engine Specifications

The new model Yamaha R15 Version 3.0 features a new 155.1 cc VVA SOHC engine. Peak power stands at 19.31 PS. The R15 also benefits from a slipper clutch. The R15 continues to have a 6-speed Manual Transmission. The India-spec model, which is based on the V2.0, gets the same swingarm and suspension. On the other hand, the international model gets a slightly different wheelbase and USD front forks.

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Yamaha R15 Version 3.0 – Mileage

The average mileage is a bit lower than that offered by the previous model. The average figure of the mileage is recorded at 37 KMPL. Pretty decent for a 150 CC sports bike.

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Yamaha R15 Version 3.0 – Top Speed

Yamaha R15 V3 claims to record the top speed at 136 KMPH. Currently, R15 gives the highest top speed figure in its segment. It clocks 0-100 KMPH in flat 12 seconds, given that it is powered just by a 150 CC engine.

Yamaha YZF R15 Version 3.0 – Features

• Split-Dual LED headlamps
• Clip-on Handlebar
• Tank Protector
• Racy New Look
• Split Seats
• Rear Mono-suspension
• New Digital Instrument Cluster
• Body Decals
• Aircraft-type Fuel Filler Cap
• New Rear View Mirrors
• LED Taillamp

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Yamaha R15 Version 3.0 – Dimensions

The bike measures 1990 mm in length, 725 mm in width and 1135 mm in height. It gets a ground clearance of 155 mm, seat height of 815 mm and wheelbase of 1325 mm. It weighs around 137 Kgs and comes with a fuel tank capacity of 11 Litres.

Yamaha R15 Version 3.0 – Suspension and Brakes

Yamaha R15 Version 3.0 – Design

The new Yamaha R15 V3.0 looks sportier than V2.0. Thanks to many new body panels and bits like USD forks, the Version 3.0 looks bigger. Also, new color options and sporty decals should make the bike more attractive. The ‘pièce de résistance’ are new LED headlamps. Once aboard, you’ll be quick to appreciate the new digital speedo console. Also, the bike could have a more comfortable seating position for both the rider and the pillion. It’s worth a mention that the V2.0 has faced a lot of flak for an uncomfortable pillion seat. Some design inspiration could also come from the YZF R125 and YZF R6. Between the international V3.0 and Indian model, the former looks sportier thanks to upside-down front forks and alloy foot pegs. Both of these are missing from the Indian model.

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Yamaha R15 Version 3.0 – Variants

The R15 V3 comes only in 1 variant. It gets a special ‘Moto GP’ edition, which is priced at Rs 5,000 more. 

Yamaha R15 Version 3.0 – Colours

• Racing Blue
• Racing Grey

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Yamaha YZF R15 Version 3.0 – Competition

• Bajaj Pulsar RS200
• Suzuki Gixxer SF
• Honda CBR150R
• KTM RC 200

It will continue to lock horns with the CBR150R and Suzuki Gixxer SF. If taken into a broader concept, it can also compete with the Bajaj Pulsar RS 200 and KTM RC 200, as they both also share the sports bike body.

Yamaha YZF R15 Version 3.0 – Specification Sheet

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Read ahead to get the price, mileage, images and top speed of the 2018 Yamaha FZ-S FI. Currently, in its V2, the FZ-S is one of the best bikes in its segment in terms of ride quality. It mainly comes with the most important Yamaha feature – Good performance. The price of the bike starts from Rs 83,042 (ex-showroom Delhi). 

One of the best performance and ride quality bikes in the popular 150-160cc segment is the Yamaha FZ-S FI. While it might not be that popular choice amongst its colleagues, but is definitely a good catch. The 2018 Yamaha FZ-S FI gets some new features, rear disc brake, and new color combinations. Features onboard include fully-digital speedometer, front and rear disc brake, Fuel Injection System and better Split Anti-Skid seats. As it is a naked 150cc bike, the competition is very high. Currently, it goes against Apache RTR 160 4V, CB Hornet 160R, Gixxer and Pulsar NS160. The bike comes in two variants and is priced starting from Rs 83,042 up to Rs 87,042 (ex-showroom Delhi). Check out the price, features, top speed, images, and colors of the bike.

Also Read: Yamaha R15 Version 3.0 Price, Specs, Top Speed And More Details

2018 Yamaha FZ-S FI – Price in India

The latest version of the FZ-S FI has gone on sale at an ex-showroom price of Rs 83,042. Compared to the earlier model, the new version is roughly Rs 1,000 costlier. However, the slight price premium is justified through the special paint job.

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2018 Yamaha FZ-S FI – Engine Specifications

The 2018 Yamaha FZ-S FI gets a rear disc brake. But there is no other change in the specifications. It continues to get its juice from a 149 cc, single-cylinder, fuel-injected engine that comes mated to a 5-speed manual Transmission. The engine produces a maximum power of 13 bhp @ 8,000 rpm and a peak torque of 12.80 Nm @ 6,000 rpm. The engine is known for delivering a good mix of performance, mileage, and refinement. It gets a fuel capacity of 12 Litres.

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2018 Yamaha FZ-S FI – Mileage

As there are no changes in the specifications of the motorcycle, even the mileage remains the same. The FZ-S FI can deliver a maximum mileage of 50 KMPL. IN most conditions, the bike can offer an average mileage of roughly 45 KMPL. The overall riding range of the bike is around 600 Kms in a full fuel tank.

2018 Yamaha FZ-S FI – Features

• Special Matte Black Paint
• Special Chrome Decals
• Alloy Wheels
• Tubeless Tyres
• Engine Kill Switch
• Monoshock Rear Suspension
• Split Seats
• Digital Speedo Console
• Front and Rear Disc Brake
• Split Grabrail
• Faux Tank Extensions
• Black-painted Engine
• Fuel Injection
• Wide Tyres

2018 Yamaha FZ-S FI – Dimensions

The bike measures 2060 mm in length, 770 mm in width and 1050 mm in height. It gets a wheelbase of 1330 mm and a ground clearance of 160 mm. FZ-S FI weighs around 133 kgs.

2018 Yamaha FZ-S FI – Design

The bike follows FZ16’s ‘Triple Muscular Concept’, portraying a macho image of the bike. One of the earliest naked street bikes, it gets a lot of muscle lines with decals over the body.  Other than the special paint scheme, the bike continues to offer a really butch styling. The front fascia makes the bike look meaner and leaner in our opinion. It gets a single seat arrangement, which is common in this segment. The instrument cluster gets a digital treatment as well and from the looks of it, seems like a pretty neat unit too. It also gets clear lens indicators. Further, the fact that this bike comes with black-painted engine goes on to give the motorcycle an all-black finish. The FZ series of bikes has already garnered a fan following owing to its muscular looks and strong street presence.

2018 Yamaha FZ-S FI – Variants

The FZ-S FI comes in two variants, which are as follows:

1. STD
2. Rear Disc

2018 Yamaha FZ-S FI – Colors

Following are the colors of the Yamaha FZ-S FI:

1. Matt Green
2. Darknight
3. Armada Blue

2018 Yamaha FZ-S FI – Competition

The sub 160 CC segment is full of naked street bikes. Currently, it competes with Honda CB Hornet 160R, Apache RTR 1604V, Suzuki Gixxer and Pulsar NS160. However, some of these bikes offer more features than the Yamaha bike and also are more fuel efficient. However, Yamaha has its own set of followers who love the other members like the R3, YZF R15 and more.

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2018 Yamaha FZ-S FI – Overview

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Yamaha RX 100 is one of the most popular yesteryear bikes in India, which has a cult following till date. Many of you are still searching for a second hand or old RX 100 online. However, we have written this article to clarify that the rumors of the RX 100 launching in India is fake and would never return back. 

Who would not love to have the Yamaha RX 100 again? One of the iconic bikes in India set a benchmark for all the bikes. It is the only 100cc bike that looked sporty enough and was performance oriented. Unlike the 100-110cc bikes today which look dull but give good mileage. At that time, the RX 100 came for a mere Rs 19,000. Now, you might find a damaged and dismantled RX 100 in that price. If you look for a properly maintained one, be ready to shell out 30,000 – 50,000 buck easily. Such is the power and loving on this bike. Anyhow, some time ago, rumors of the RX 100 launching again in India started going around. The rumor was a delight to the ears but unfortunately is not true. As confirmed by Yamaha Motors themselves, the bike is never returning back.

Yamaha RX 100’s agility was discovered by drag racers, who were shocked to see such quick acceleration in such a small bike. By the time it became a hit, every Indian was ‘oomphing’ over it, as it was called ‘King of the Indian roads’.

Now, you might see a limited number of RX 100s plying, because of the stricter norms. You might also spot the occasional RX 135 or RX-Z, which had similar chassis but different engines. However. these two bikes did not make it as large as RX 100. The love for this bike is infinite and this one put Yamaha as one of the top bike makers in India in the 1980s. We all pray for its return, but Yamaha has no plans to start the production of RX 100.

The rumors about Yamaha RX 100 coming in a 4-stroke engine started somewhere around 2016. It emerged that a custom Yamaha RX-135 has been exhibited at a motor show in Malaysia. The legendary two-stroke motorcycle has got a purple chrome paint finish and golden highlights. The RX 135 has been known as the RX-K 135 in some markets where the K stands for King.

RX 135 was Yamaha RX 100’s older brother, which was available in the market till 2005. In the late 1990s, the emission norms grew stricter and were directed towards 4-stroke engine bikes. So, RX 100 shut and the RX 135 was launched with a 4-stroke engine. Following which, RX-Z, a typical old-school sports bike was also launched. The RX-Z was a huge hit amongst the youth. However, RX 135 did not have the same chutzpah as the RX 100 and it was not much successful.

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The 1985 RX 135 that was on sale in some international markets got a bikini fairing and a tailpiece. In the custom bike here, things like the handlebar, grab rail, mud-guards, crankcase, front forks and the exhaust have been chrome-plated. The custom RX 135 here sports Showa front fork and Ohlins gas-charged rear shock-absorbers. The modified RX-135 you see here also sports Binter AR125 mag wheels and a disc brake at front with Nissin calipers. The speedo console and the Rear View Mirrors have been carried over from the stock bike.

Highlighting the popularity of the Yamaha RX 135 amongst enthusiasts, in 2016, a news had emerged that a dealer in Bengaluru has auctioned off seven units of the iconic motorcycle for five-figure sums.

Rahul S Dhojanna, who owns Pace Motors, claims that enthusiasts at the auction shelled out around INR 1.5-165 lacs for the RX135 models. The dealer had been trying to sell these units for quite some time now but had to wait in order to obtain necessary permissions from the RTO as registration of two-stroke bikes had been stopped.

Yamaha India currently has no presence in the 100-110 cc segment with their lowest capacity motorcycle being the Saluto. Currently, Yamaha says that it is focused on developing entry level 100-110 CC bikes. It had earlier planned of relaunching the legend, but the production costs and a 4-stroke engine led down the decision.

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2019 Yamaha R3 design images are leaked and it looks like it gets some revisions to the body. Mechanically, it will continue with the parallel twin engine. It mainly rivals against the Kawasaki Ninja 300. 

Yamaha has been giving pure performance motorcycles for many years, now. Right from the RX 100 to R1, all are well known for its quick acceleration figures. In India, the most popular ones are Yamaha R15 and FZ-S. This year, the third generation of the R15 was launched in India. It received a huge makeover with some of the latest features onboard. Now, we get some patented design images of the 2019 Yamaha R3. Looks like this bike also gets a serious makeover.

The 2019 Yamaha R3 gets toned down muscles, making it a sharper looking motorcycle. The front panel will be revised and the 2019 iteration will get a bigger air intake. Since it is a bit sharper, it looks sportier than the current generation R3.

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Some revisions are also made to the fuel tank and it gets Yamaha’s trademark gills. However, the alloy wheels, the rear portion, and the exhaust muffler designs remain the same as the current R3.

Currently, the R3 comes with Telescopic fork suspension in the front. The 2019 iteration will come with USD forks in the front suspension. However, the global spec will definitely come with that and we do know about the Indian version.

The Indian version might get inverted forks, which are also seen on the R15 V3. The seating arrangement will be a proper committed riding style but will ensure pure comfort. Rest of the design things will be continued from the current-spec Yamaha R3.

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Mechanically, it will continue with the same 321cc liquid cooled parallel twin engine. The engine produces 42 BHP of max. power and 29.6 Nm of peak torque. Some reports suggest that the 2019 Yamaha R3 will get the Variable Valve Actuation (VVA) system. The engine comes mated to a 6-speed gearbox.

Most probably, the 2019 Yamaha R3 will be unveiled at the EICMA 2018. Following this, the bike will launch in India after mid-2019. In India, the R3 competes with the likes of Kawasaki Ninja 300, Benelli TNT 300 and BMW G310 Twins. Amongst these bikes, it squarely aims towards the Ninja 300.

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Recently, the prices of the Ninja 300 were reduced. The move was done after heavy localization of spare parts, which reduced the costs. Also, the prices were reduced to bring it in competition with the BMW G310 twins.

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Yamaha R15 V3 ABS is going to launch in the April-May period, as per our sources. It will mostly carry a premium of over Rs 12000-15000 over the current pricing. The R15 is a very popular bike in India and is also amongst the top sellers for Yamaha. 

As per Government’s rules, every two-wheeler of 125cc or more displacement will have to compulsory equip ABS. This norm will kick in from April 2019. So, lately, a lot of manufacturers have started testing their bikes already with ABS setup. The latest news that we get is that Yamaha R15 V3 ABS works have also begun. As per our sources, it might launch in the April-May 2019 period and would carry a premium of around Rs 12,000 to Rs 15,000 more than the current pricing. Read more about the R15 V3 here.

The Yamaha R15 V3 is priced at Rs 1.25 Lakhs and the Moto GP Edition retails at Rs 1.30 Lakhs. The ABS variant might cost around Rs 1.40 Lakhs (all prices ex-showroom).

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As per media reports, various sightings of the Yamaha R15 V3 ABS have occurred. It is one of the cheapest sports bikes and is easily a track-friendly bike too. Well, Yamaha ‘R’ series are all sporty bikes, starting right from R125 to R1. Well, Yamaha R1 is one of the fastest bikes in the world.

Once the Yamaha R15 V3 ABS comes in, the bike becomes an all-rounder. It will mechanically continue with the same 155cc fuel injection engine. The engine produces 19.31 HP power and 14.7 Nm torque. The engine comes mated to a 6-speed manual transmission.

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For braking, the R15 uses front and rear disc brakes. In the front, it uses telescopic forks suspension and in the rear, it uses Link monoshock unit. Although, there are speculations suggesting that sometime later it might get Inverted forks in the front.

Features on the R15 V3 include Split-Dual LED headlamps, Clip-on Handlebars, Tank Protector, Split Seats, New Digital Instrument Cluster, New Rear View Mirrors and LED Taillamp. The design elements on the R15 include heavy decals, a faux air intake between the dual headlamps and new colour options.

Also Read: 2019 Yamaha R3 design detailed leaked- Patent images

Recently, the Moto GP edition of R15 was launched in India. It just received some minor cosmetic changes. The changes include new livery, a new ‘Racing Blue Paint’ and some logo decals over the body. The looks come from the original Moto GP Yamaha bikes.

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Yamaha has taken the wraps off the naked streetfighter MT-15. Yamaha MT-15 is a naked version of the popular R15 V3. The bike has been unveiled in Thailand. There are no any other details on the India launch of this bike. 

Yamaha bikes are very popular in the biking world. One of the fastest ones in the world is the great Yamaha R1. In India, the most popular one is the R15. Despite having a huge price difference between the other 150cc bikes, it is a complete entry-level sportsbike. We can say that this is amongst the very few 150cc bikes that are track ready. Now, in Thailand, Yamaha has unveiled a naked street-fighter version of the R15, by the name of Yamaha MT-15.

In India, we have 2 superbikes available – Yamaha R1 and MT-09. MT is basically the naked street-fighter range which has bikes from 700cc to 1000cc. Along with the Yamaha MT-15, the bike maker has also unveiled the new MT-03, a naked version of the R3.

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The Yamaha MT-15 gets an all-new bug-eyed LED headlamp. From the side, it looks similar to the elder sibling, MT-09. The muscular fuel tank, single seat, engine belly pan, and the gold-anodized USD Forks make the street fighter look more gorgeous. It also carries Yamaha R15’s digital instrument cluster.

The naked street bike uses an all-new 155cc liquid cooled engine. Reports say that it might also get the Variable Valve Actuation, just like in the latest-generation R15. VVA system helps in keeping the torque figures high even in low RPM. Also, the engine will come paired to a slipper clutch.

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This engine churns out 19 HP of maximum power and 14.8 Nm of torque. For transmission, there is a 6-speed gearbox. Yamaha claims that the newly developed engine offers better low-end and mid-range figures.

The MT-15 gets 37 mm USD Forks in the front and a preload adjustable mono-shock at the rear. For braking, the bike gets disc brakes in the front and rear. It features ABS, which is due soon in the Yamaha R15.

The Yamaha MT-15 India launch is not clear as of now. The Indian market has FZ-25 as the naked street fighter. The FZ-25 comes with a price tag lower than the R15 itself. In India, if the MT-15 comes it will be priced over the FZ-25, as well. Obviously, most of the people would pick the more powered bike.

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Next-Gen Yamaha FZ-S FI has been spotted testing in India. The new FZ-S might launch in 2019 with BS-VI engines. It will get full LED headlamps and digital instrument cluster. 

Yamaha FZ is one of the first naked 150cc bikes in India. Yamaha bikes are known for great performance, and so is the FZ. As per Government’s rules, every two-wheeler above 125cc must have ABS as standard fitment. So, after a recent facelift to the FZ-S, we have spy pictures of the next-gen Yamaha FZ-S FI, which were spotted testing on roads. The test mules were heavily camouflaged, but we can see a lot of revisions over the bike. You can read more about the FZ-S FI here.

The next-gen Yamaha FZ-S FI follows the typical FZ series silhouette. The beefier tank and the sharp muscle creases indicate that it could borrow some styling cues from the FZ25. The more premium FZ25 sports a sharp design with much more sportier looks than the current FZ.

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Based on the test mules, we say that the next-gen Yamaha FZ-S FI will reportedly get full LED lamps, a digital instrument cluster and LED tail lights. It will introduce a single-channel ABS setup paired up with front and rear disc brakes. Reports say that it might sport clip-on handlebars in the next-gen.

Revisions to the bodywork include a beefier fuel tank, rear tyre hugger, a bigger heat shield on the exhaust and a single seat. The next-gen Yamaha FZ-S FI continues with the conventional telescopic forks and the same set of alloy wheels, diamond frame chassis, turn indicators and fully digital instrument cluster.

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The engines on the next-gen FZ-S will continue to be the same set. It will run on the same 149cc air-cooled SOHC engine tuned to meet BS-VI. The engine puts out 13 BHP and 12.8 Nm of peak torque. The engine pairs up with a 5-speed gearbox with a wet multi-plate clutch. For better fuel efficiency and performance, the bike uses a Fuel Injection system.

As of now, the Yamaha FZ-S FI is one of the popular bikes in its segment and is also the best selling Yamaha product. The naked bike competes with the likes of Suzuki Gixxer, Honda CB Hornet 160R, Bajaj Pulsar NS160, and TVS Apache RTR 160 4V. Amongst its rivals, only Gixxer and Hornet get optional ABS setup.

Also Read: Yamaha MT-15 unveiled; a naked street-fighter version of R15 V3

The Yamaha FZ-S FI is priced at Rs 87,542 (ex-showroom Delhi). With the inclusion of ABS, the prices can increase by Rs 5000 or so.

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Yamaha NMax 150cc scooter is rumoured to launch in India. It will be a maxi-scooter and will rival the likes of Aprilia SR150 and Vespa SXL 150. As of now, there are only two 150cc scooters in India. 

Yamaha currently has no 125cc scooters in India. It has 5 scooters in its kitty, but all of them are 110cc ones. On the other hand, the 125cc segment is rising rapidly in India. As the 125cc segment scooters offer more power as well as more features. So, for daily commutes on the highway, people are preferring this over 110cc ones. Looks like Yamaha is skipping the 125cc segment and directly taking on the 150cc department. Reports say that Yamaha NMax 150cc scooter might debut in India in 2019.

Yamaha NMax is basically a maxi-styled scooter. Examples of maxi-styled scooters in India include Burgman Street and now defunct, Kinetic Blaze. Technically, Burgman Street is not a proper maxi-scooter. Its design is inspired by the globally popular Burgman maxi-scooter.

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Maxi-scooters are styled very unusually. They get a disproportionate looking body, with a larger front portion and comparatively smaller rear portion. The handlebars are placed on the front apron, instead of the normal design. They offer immense comfort and are primarily meant for long touring.

In the front, Yamaha NMax gets a rather large front apron with an attached headlamp as well as a windscreen. The handlebars are placed on the front apron, because of which the headlamps do not turn with the handle.

The scooters in India get a hollow space between the seat and the handle, which is much lesser in maxi-scooters. The body panels come up almost till the seat and the footpegs are beside the panel, like a typical cruiser. The seat of maxi-scooters is generally huge, which will the same case for NMax as well. Besides, it also gets a sporty exhaust muffler.

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Reports say that the Yamaha NMax will use R15 V3’s 155cc liquid cooled engine. The power figures won’t be the same as the R15, obviously. Globally, its 155cc engine produces 14 BHP and 14.4 Nm of peak torque. The figures are much higher than that of SR150, which puts out 10.4 BHP and 11.4 Nm. However, for fuel efficiency, the scooter might get a retuned engine.

Yamaha NMax will offer a plethora of latest features, including a fully digital speedometer, ABS, front disc brakes, LED headlamps and LED tail lamps. The digital speedometer might get connected to Bluetooth for GPS navigation, call alert and notifications and advanced telematics. This feature comes in the TVS Ntorq 125.

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As of now, no further details are known. If the Yamaha NMax is launching in India, we expect it to cost around Rs 80,000-90,000, easily. If it retains the global bodywork for the Indian market, then it would pull off as a touring scooter.

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Check out our Yamaha R15 V3 Review. We have talked about its looks, top speed, acceleration, features and all the other aspects. 

A proud grin came under my helmet as I stretched out the legs of Yamaha R15 V3. As I revved up the engine, my smile grew wider. Such is the charm of this mean machine. So, we got to test the Yamaha R15 V3 for a couple of days. It is one mean monster, ready to show off its juicy engine. Despite being a mere 155cc bike, it does not feel like one. Without bragging more about the bike here, check out our review of Yamaha R15 V3. I have written everything you need to know about the looks, performance and ergonomics of the bike.

Yamaha R15 V3 Review – Design and Styling

R15s have always looked sporty and mean all the time. Well, the R15 V3 just got better. To start off, it now looks similar to its elder siblings, R3 and R1. The V3 gets sharper, bolder and more muscular than the previous generation. The split LED headlamps with the air-intake between them gives an aggressive stance by just looking them from the front. The fuel tank is more sculpted and over the body, what you will find is just muscle creases. The dual-tone Black and Blue colour truly fit in with its sporty behaviour.

What makes it look more race-track material are the clip-on handlebars. Speaking of which, the quality of the switches is pretty good and feels premium. The indicators are placed below the rake, which you can see sometimes. So for that, it should have come with auto-cancelling indicators. 

The high split seat reminds that despite being a 155cc bike, it is a true sports bike. To be frank, I like the alloy wheels in this more than the V2 but not better than V1.

To sum it all, the Yamaha R15 V3 is one such bike that whenever you see one, you can’t take eyes off it. Without any loud decals and graphics over the body, it still looks the sportiest of the lot. The sexy, smouldering look just does not fade away easily in your mind.

Yamaha R15 V3 Review – Acceleration and top speed

I have ridden the R15 V2 a couple of times and for sure, the power and acceleration have increased. The power delivery of V3 is straight up by 2.5 BHP from the V2. Thanks to the VVA system, the torque delivery is quicker and spread out than before. The VVA system basically helps in pumping out more torque at the lower range as well as higher ends. The VVA system kicks in from 7,400 RPM and it gets even more interesting.

The Variable Valve Actuation (VVA) is a system which gives a quicker throttle response and provides a linear and increased torque in low-end as well as high-end.

As the bike starts off at 5000 RPM (for example), with the VVA kicking in, you feel the engine dolling out oodles of torque and power as well. With every gear up, the engine gets more and more eager to accelerate and shows its prowess. 

Many of you might have a perception that since its just a 155cc bike, it might offer an average performance just like the other 150cc bikes. The answer is NO! It classifies as an everyday sportsbike and can easily touch triple digit speeds in no time.

In this, the lower, mid as well as high range, everything is perfect. At least better than the V2, which was a bit too jerky and gave unsatisfied city performance.

Even at 4th gear, you can easily cross the 90 km/hr mark and it shows no signs of retreat. For full power, you gotta keep it full throttle and then the fun starts. The slip and assist clutch makes the gear shifting easy and light. The Yamaha R15 V3 gets a quick gear-shifting ratio, which makes the revving up feel like an adrenaline rush and not as a compulsion. This clutch is beneficial for long touring as well as the city’s stop and go traffic.

The R15 sprinted from 0-100 km/hr mark in almost 10.5 seconds. The sprint is quicker than some 200cc bikes. For a 155cc bike, the figure is just too perfect. As I shifted up to 6th gear at the limit of 10000 RPM, I could achieve a top speed of around 133 km/hr.

The R15 gets a 155cc liquid cooled engine that churns out 19.3 horses at 10000 RPM and 15 Nm of peak torque. The figures have increased a bit over the last generation. It pairs up with a 6-speed gearbox with slip and assist clutch. The gearbox is one of the best ones I have seen, primarily because of the quick shifting.

Yamaha R15 V3 Review – Ride and handling

The Yamaha R15 V3 gets an increased seat height of 15 mm and lower placed handlebars. As a result, it offers a more dedicated riding position, making it easier on the aggressive turns.

While cornering the bikes, it felt extremely easy to manoeuvre. Its nimble handling makes the bike easier to zip through the traffic as well as cornering the turns.

At cruising speeds of 110-120 km/hr, the vibrations were obviously high but exciting. It did not wobble at all, as it weighs 139 kgs. The weight has also increased by 3 kgs over the V2. 

Since it does not offer radial tyres at the front as well as the rear, you take time to trust this bike. (You can opt for Metzeler radials at the rear as an accessory). The rear tyre is wider than the previous generations and provides decent grip over the road.  As I rode it every day, the confidence increased and slowly I began to trust the bike. But it still did not gain my full trust.

Yamaha R15 V3 uses the same Deltabox frame but with a wider swingarm. The bike uses conventional 41mm telescopic forks (missing out on USDs) and Swing arm link suspension in the rear. Despite using conventional forks, the jerks felt were minimal and it seemed to soak every pothole or uneven road.

Yamaha R15 V3 Review – Braking

The V3 offers a BYBRE hydraulic disc brake in the front and Nisin callipers at the rear. BYBRE is basically an Indian version of the Brembo brakes. As per my knowledge, the Nisin brakes are a bit better than the BYBRE ones.

Leaving this, the R15 still does not offer ABS. This is the reason why it did not gain my full trust.  For a bike having such immense power, it becomes a bit difficult to control sudden braking. Nonetheless, the brakes were good enough but at certain times, though the rear tyre would skid off. With government’s new safety norms, it will be offered with ABS after April 2020. That would just literally complete the bike.

Due to absence of ABS, it took a couple of tests for a proper braking result. In the braking test from 100-0 km/hr, it took me around 4.5 seconds to come to a standstill. See, not that bad.

Yamaha R15 V3 Review – Comfort

With the lowered clip-on bars, the bike offers a more dedicated riding position. I covered around 150 kms on a single run and my back wasn’t aching a bit. But the wrists were gone and that’s when I realized I have to start going to the gym again. The seat was pretty comfortable and can easily take you for longer rides. However, if you want to make it a daily commuter, you need to get a habit of that dedicated position. As mentioned earlier, the increased seat height does not make it much of a problem.

Let me clear this very clear, it is not meant for PILLION RIDERS. Well, you can surely accommodate them, but they would probably scream at you for taking the bike to high speeds. The bike has no pillion grab rails. So either the pillion rider leans completely on you or sits uptight, praying that the rider does not accelerate or brake suddenly. Saying that the young college goers would love to have their girlfriends behind (Just kidding, Yamaha!)

Yamaha R15 V3 Review – Mileage

Most of you would expect that since its a sports bike it will have a lesser mileage figure. Oh boy, you have it all wrong. Despite my hard acceleration and braking, it delivered a whopping mileage of 43 kmpl in the city. I could not have much highway cruising, but with whatever I did, it delivered around 51 kmpl on the highway. Right on the odometer, it is showing an average mileage of 50 kmpl. Great performance doubled up with fuel efficiency. What else do you need?

Yamaha R15 V3 Review – Features

Now, the features onboard include twin-LED headlamps, clip-on handlebars, LED tail lamp, assist and slipper clutch, the VVA technology and a fully digital instrument cluster. The digital cluster shows RPM, speedometer, 2 trip meters, fuel gauge, Odometer, gear position, instant fuel consumption, average fuel indicator, average speed and a clock. It does miss out on lap timing and riding range, which could have come in handy. The average fuel indicator shows litre per 100 kms, which you can convert to kmpl. The digital cluster starts with a ‘Hi Buddy’ message and ends with a ‘See You’ message. Once you cross the 7400 RPM, it also shows the VVA sign.

The twin-LED lamps offer decent visibility at the darkest of hours. It also offers a USB charger as an additional accessory. The remaining feature is ABS as of now.

The bike as such has no direct competition. No 150cc bike is powerful enough to match up to the might of R15. However, indirectly, it falls in the range of Pulsar RS200, Apache RTR 200 4V and Pulsar NS 200. Earlier, there was the CBR 150, but it was recently stopped. RS200 is the nearest full fairing sports bike in this price league.

Verdict – Whether you should buy it or not?

You can try and try but will fail to register a dislike for this mean machine. It has great road presence, great performance, excellent riding manners and of course, an aggressive and hot bod. Barring ABS, I could not find any fault in the bike. It just completes as an all-rounder. The Yamaha R15 V3 qualifies as a daily commuter as well as a race-track ready machine. Not every bike can earn this title. At a price of Rs 1.25 Lakhs (ex-showroom Delhi), it is the cheapest full-faired performance bike in India. It comes at an affordable price and is great on the pocket too. For young riders out there, here is your affordable everyday performance bike. 

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Yamaha is known globally for its performance-oriented bikes that offer great mileage. Here, is the list of upcoming new Yamaha bikes in India in India by the next 1-2 years. 

In 2018, Yamaha launched the R15 V3 and rally-spec RayZ scooter. Yamaha’s lineup offers sporty commuter as well as performance oriented bikes for the younger generation. From the FZ range of motorcycles to the Fascino scooter and a few products in between (YZF-R3), Yamaha has had a good run in India. Now, Yamaha plans to enter entry-level performance motorcycle segment. So, here is a list of upcoming new Yamaha bikes and scooters in India, to know what the brand has in store for us in near future.

Upcoming New Yamaha Bikes in India

Yamaha MT-15

Yamaha MT-15 was recently showcased in Thailand, where it might replace the M-Slaz naked bike. Reports suggest that the naked streetfighter version of R15 might launch in India by 2019. Yamaha R15 is the most affordable performance motorcycle and this might be another performance motorcycle from Yamaha. It will go against the likes of KTM Duke 200 because MT-15 will be priced higher than usual 150cc bikes. We expect a price range of around Rs 1.3 Lakhs or so. It will also be equipped with Anti-Braking safety feature.

Also Read: Yamaha MT-15 unveiled; a naked street-fighter version of R15 V3

Yamaha MT-03

The MT-03 is a naked version of the YZF-R3. So, minus the fairing, it is the same as the R3. This means a 321cc parallel-twin engine powers the MT-03 and makes 42BHP power and 30Nm torque. This engine will be paired to a 6-speed gearbox. The MT-03 borrows its styling cues from bigger bikes such as the MT-09. In the features department, this bike will likely come with ABS as standard equipment. Yamaha may give it a slipper clutch too but the likelihood of that happening is low. Expect this bike to come to India in Black and Blue colours sometime in 2019. Its competition will include BMW G310R and KTM Duke 390.

2019 Yamaha R3

2019 Yamaha R3 will receive minor visual upgrades to make it look sportier than the current gen. It will receive revisions to the front portion, its trademark gills and will sort a bigger air intake. The alloy wheels and the rest of the body remain the same. It will continue with dual-channel ABS, LED headlamps and its twin-cylinder 321cc engine. The engine produces 41.4 BHP and 29.6 Nm of peak torque. The prices will increase by a little margin.

Also Read: 2019 Yamaha R3 design detailed leaked- Patent images

2019 Yamaha FZ-S FI

Recently, the 2019 version of FZ-S was spotted testing in India. The updated version will receive BS-6 compliant engines along with the ABS feature. As per the government’s rule, all the two-wheelers above 125cc must have ABS. Also, it might receive LED headlamps, as seen in the test mule. Rest of the mechanicals and features will remain same as the current FZ-S.

Also Read: Next-Gen Yamaha FZ-S FI spotted testing; will get LED headlamps

Yamaha NMax

The NMax scooter was showcased by Yamaha at 2016 Auto Expo. The company will likely bring it to India to compete against the likes of Aprilia SR 150. In this application, the fuel-injected 155cc engine of the NMax will make 15BHP power and 14.4Nm torque. Paired to a CVT automatic gearbox, this scooter should be quite zippy. Incidentally, this 155cc engine will also perform duties on the YZF-R15 V3.0.

Also Read: Yamaha Nmax scooter in works; to rival Aprilia SR150

New 100cc Bike

The new 100cc bike from Yamaha will likely come during the festive season of 2017. This bike will likely replace the Saluto RX in Yamaha’s India lineup. Using the same engine as the Saluto RX, this bike will likely have power and torque outputs of 9BHP and 9Nm, respectively. Expect to see this bike sport a 4-speed gearbox.

New 100cc Scooter

The new 100cc scooter from Yamaha will likely be a replacement for the Cygnus Alpha scooter. The sales of the Cygnus Alpha have not been as great as Yamaha would have liked while the Fascino has been doing quite nicely. So, the new 100cc scooter will likely draw styling inspiration from the Fascino. However, its proportions will likely be similar to the Cygnus Alpha. It will likely sport the same 113cc carbureted engine as on the Cygnus Alpha and will likely make 9BHP power and 9Nm torque with an automatic gearbox onboard. This scooter will likely rival the Activa 110 from Honda and Jupiter from TVS.

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Upcoming New Yamaha Bikes in India – Round-Up

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Yamaha India to focus more on developing premium bikes in India, rather on the commuter segment. It will include bikes over 150cc and premium scooters above 125cc too.

Yamaha Motors has been performing well with its premium bikes, mostly over 150cc. In the commuter segment, it hardly has any play. Its popular bikes include FZ series, Fazer and R15 series. Other than that, it also has a couple of more premium bikes as well.

Soon, the Japanese two-wheeler manufacturer will start focusing on developing the premium two-wheeler segment in India. This includes bike above 150cc and scooters above 125cc.

In the Indian markets, the commuter segment is usually dominated by Hero and Bajaj. Other players like Honda and TVS also have low share in this segment. Yamaha only has Saluto and SZ-S in the commuter segment motorcycles. However, both its scooters come in the 110cc segment.

Also Read: Yamaha MT-15 unveiled; a naked street-fighter version of R15 V3

As per ET, the manufacturer wants to expand his share to 10% in the coming 5-7 years in India. Based on the regular sales figures, it seems like all of its premium bikes are garnering more sales than the commuter ones.

As per the company’s CEO, the younger generation has shifted its focus on premium bikes rather than commuter motorcycles. The company wants to make its own space in the market for performance bikes.

The company is also studying motorbikes above 300cc and is considering them to launch in India. It has R3, R1 and MT-09 above 300cc. Globally, it has a couple of more bikes above 300cc.

Also Read: Yamaha Nmax scooter in works; to rival Aprilia SR150

Among the upcoming new bikes, there are possibilities of MT-15, MT-03 and updated versions of R3 and FZ-S FI. MT series is the street naked bikes, based on the fully faired versions. MT-15 is basically the naked version of R15 and same goes for MT-03.

Yamaha also plans to introduce a new 150cc scooter in India. NMax has already been spotted in India at a dealership. It will compete with the likes of Aprilia SR150 and Vespa SXL150.

For the past couple of years, its overall performance is average. As per data records, in FY18, the brand has managed to cross 7.92 Lakh units in a year, dropping down to a 4% decrease. The overall market grew by 15% at that time.

Also Read: Yamaha RX 100 Will Never Relaunch; Here Is The Reason Why

ET Auto asked Yamaha about its plan to relaunch the iconic RX100 in India. To which the brand replied, they would like to have the bike’s character in their future motorcycle portfolio.

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Upcoming New Yamaha Bikes in India

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The comeback of Yamaha RX100 has been hinted by the brand’s CEO. The legendary bike’s character might be used in one of Yamaha’s upcoming bikes in India.

Yamaha Motorcycles is known for its performance oriented bikes. Right from its birth, the Japanese two-wheeler maker has been developing performance bikes, which are quite popular globally.

One such product from its lineup includes the RX100. The legendary bike was an instant hit in India, thanks to its quick acceleration, peppy engine and lightweight. The 100cc bike was every teenager’s dream and for some, it is still a dream now.

After the stricter emission norms, Yamaha RX100 was stopped in 1996. After that, it became a collectable and people are ready to pay as high as 1 Lakh for a proper restored model.

Also Read: Yamaha to bring more premium bikes to India- Report

Now, here is a news to rejoice for. At a recent interview of Yamaha CEO, Motofumi Shitara said to ET Auto about its plan to focus on premium motorcycles. It plans to bring bikes to India which are above 150cc. In this interview, Shitara hinted something about the RX100.

He said, that Yamaha RX100 might not come back as the original version but its character might be used in upcoming Yamaha bikes. So you can expect a new bike with the silhouette of the Yamaha RX100.

As of now, there are no further details available about the upcoming bike. If a bike comes with Yamaha RX100’s characteristics, it will be an instant hit.

Also Read: Yamaha R15 V3 Review – An affordable everyday sportsbike

The original RX100 came with a 100cc engine that was more powerful than many 200cc bikes. It came with a body of regular commuter motorcycles and did not offer a disc brake with it.

Over the years, RX100 was a successful choice which increased Yamaha’s dominance in the Indian market. After the bike was stopped, the brand tried coming with RX-Z and RX135 as replacements. However, none of them could garner fame like the Yamaha RX100.

Yamaha recently revealed its plan to focus more on premium segment motorcycles. This includes bikes above 150cc and particularly above 300cc. The primary reason is that Yamaha’s premium bikes are more popular than its commuter ones.

So, there are chances the characteristics of RX100 might come in a bike powered by a 300cc engine or more. While the news is still unclear, we expect the legendary bike to make a comeback in India.

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In this detailed comparison story, we put KTM Duke 125 Vs Yamaha R15 V3 to test, based on their specifications. Both are performance bikes with a similar pricing range.

KTM just launched its baby naked motorcycle, Duke 125 in India. Till now, it was made in India but exported for the global countries. It gets the same styling and bodywork as its elder siblings, but with some less technology.

KTM Duke 125 competes with the likes of Yamaha R15 V3, TVS Apache RTR 200 4V and Pulsar NS200. All of these bikes come in a similar pricing range, but with different engine capacities.

So, here we put KTM Duke 125 Vs Yamaha R15 V3 for a detailed specification comparison. Both are entry-level performance bikes in India, with more power than bikes of their same engine capacity.

KTM Duke 125 vs Yamaha R15 V3- Price

Duke 125 is priced at Rs 1.18 Lakhs, which is Rs 7,000 cheaper than R15 V3. The Moto GP variant of R15 goes out for Rs 1.3 Lakhs.

KTM Duke 125 vs Yamaha R15 V3- Engine

Duke is capable of producing 15 BHP of power and 14 Nm of torque, paired with a 6-speed gearbox. The bigger Dukes are known for really quick shifting gears and are a bit problem in the city’s stop and go traffic. Duke motorcycles are best known for their stint on a clear highway.

R15 V3 has a bigger engine, which produces 19 BHP and 14.7 Nm. It also uses a 6-speed gearbox. Also, R15 comes with VVA system, which helps in delivering torque at the low and mid-range. This system also keeps a check on the mileage and helps in maintaining it.

Also Read: Yamaha R15 V3 Review – An affordable everyday sportsbike

KTM Duke 125 vs Yamaha R15 V3- Mileage

As per our expectations, Duke will deliver a real-world mileage figure of around 48 kmpl. On the other hand, we have tested the R15 V3 and it has delivered an average of 50 kmpl.

KTM Duke 125 vs Yamaha R15 V3- Features

Both the bikes are quite ahead in terms of technology and features. Duke 125 comes with features such as:

1. TFT Digital Display
2. Split LED Headlights
3. LED Taillight
4. Liquid Cooled engine
5. Split Seats

Also Read: Yamaha FZ-S FI V 2.0 Price In India, Top Speed, Mileage, Features And More

Following are the features on Yamaha R15 V3:

1. Split-Dual LED headlamps
2. Clip-on Handlebar
3. Tank Protector
4. Split Seats
5. Digital Instrument Cluster with average fuel economy, clock, average speed and more
6. Aircraft-type Fuel Filler Cap
7. LED Taillamp

KTM Duke 125 vs Yamaha R15 V3- Safety

Duke 125 comes with safety equipment, that includes front and rear disc brakes with ABS. KTM provides all of its bikes with ABS as standard.

On the other hand, R15 V3 comes with front and rear disc brake with the lack of ABS. Yamaha says that it will update the bike soon, but till then it is missing out on a really important feature.

Also Read: Here is how the new KTM Duke 125 sounds!

KTM Duke 125 vs Yamaha R15 V3-Suspension and Chassis

For suspension purposes, Duke 125 comes with upside down Telescopic forks at the front and Mono-shock absorbers at the back. The same Steel Trellis frame from the elder siblings is equipped in this one.

On the other hand, R15 V3 still uses conventional telescopic forks. It comes with a link monoshock suspension at the back. R15 uses the Deltabox frame, which comes in all Yamaha sports bikes.

Also Read: Yamaha R15 V3 Price In India, Mileage, Top Speed, Features & Specs

Also Read: KTM Duke 250 Price, Top Speed, Mileage, Specifications And Features

KTM Duke 125 vs Yamaha R15 V3- Dimensions

Both the bikes have the same weight of 137 kgs. While the Duke has a taller seat height at 835mm, it also gets a better ground clearance at 185mm.

KTM Duke 125 Price, Specifications, Features and Colours

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