Yamaha Officially Showcases R15 Version 3 in Thailand

Yamaha has officially showcased the R15 Version 3.0 in Thailand. The bike was unveiled at an event by Yamaha Racing’s MotoGP rider, Maverick Vinales. This confirms the launch of R15 V3 in Thailand in coming days. As of now, Yamaha has not announced anything officially regarding the launch of R15 Version 3.0 in India as it is expected to be here after 6-8 months. It is expected with an ex-showroom price tag of INR 1.25-1.30 lakhs.

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The all-new 2017 R15 is powered by a 155.1cc engine, which develops maximum power of 19.04 BHP @ 10000 rpm and maximum torque of 14.7 NM @ 8500 rpm. The engine is mated to a 6-speed gearbox and the key rivals of R15 V3.0 include 2017 Honda CBR150R and Suzuki GSX-R150.

Yamaha Officially Showcases R15 Version 3 in Thailand

Yamaha YZF-R15 V3.0 gets all-LED headlamp, all-digital instrument console, slipper and assist clutch, but it doesn’t get the much needed ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), not even as an option! R15 V3 is more powerful (19.04 BHP) in comparison to the Version 2.0 (16.8 BHP), but the new model develops less torque (14.7 Nm) than V2.0 (15 Nm). Yamaha R15 V3 will be available in 3 shades: Racing Blue, Matte Black and Matte Red.

Official Tech Specs of Yamaha R15 V3

Displacement – 155.1cc, Single cylinder
Engine Type – Liquid Cooled, 4-stroke, SOHC
Bore x Stroke – 58 x 58.7 mm
Compression Ratio – 11.6 : 1
Maximum Power – 19.04 Bhp @ 10,000 rpm
Maximum Torque – 14.7 Nm @ 8500 rpm
Overall Length – 1990 mm
Overall Width – 725 mm
Overall Height – 1135 mm
Seat Height – 815 mm
Wheelbase – 1325 mm
Wet Weight – 137 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity – 11 Liter
Starting System – Electric
Fuel System – Fuel Injection
Clutch Type – Wet Type Multi-Plate Clutch
Tyre Size – 100/80-17M/C 52P (Front)
Tyre Size – 140/70-17M/C 66S (Rear)
Front Brake – 282mm Single Disc
Rear Brake – 240mm Single Disc
No ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)
Front Suspension – USD Telescopic Forks
Rear Suspension – MonoShock
Full LED Head Light & Tail Light
All-New Digital Instrument Console
Expected Price – INR 1.25-1.30 lakhs
Will be available in 3 shades – Racing Blue, Matte Black and Matte Red

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Yamaha R15 V3 Racing Blue

Yamaha R15 V3 Matte Black

Yamaha R15 V3 Matte Red

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