Yamaha MT 15 V2.0 to be launched within a month
Yamaha Motor India is gearing up to launch the updated MT 15 in the country. The Indian subsidiary of this Japanese two-wheeler Gaint will introduce the V2.0 of the MT 15 with a major overhaul.
The new Yamaha MT 15 V2.0 will be launched in India soon and the unofficial bookings for the same are now open.
While Yamaha has not yet revealed any official launch timeline for the updated MT 15, the company’s authorised dealerships have started accepting unofficial bookings for the same. One can book the MT 15 V2.0 by paying a token amount of Rs 1,000 – Rs 5,000, depending on the dealership. It is likely to be launched within this month.
Features : The new MT 15 V2.0 is expected to get a bunch of cosmetic and hardware updates. For instance, it is likely to get USD front forks, just like the R15 V4, a new digital instrument cluster with Bluetooth connectivity, and even dual-channel ABS.
Colours : The motorcycle might be available in five colour schemes, including a MotoGP Edition.
Technicals : It is expected to get the same 155cc, single-cylinder, liquid-cooled, fuel-injected engine that also powers the R15 V4. The motor churns out 18.1 hp of power at 10,000 RPM and 14.2 Nm of peak torque at 7,500 RPM, paired with a 6-speed manual gearbox. It will get Yamaha’s VVA or Variable Valve Actuation technology too.
Rivals : The Yamaha MT 15 V2.0 will rival the likes of TVS Apache RTR 200 4V, Honda Hornet 2.0, etc.