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Yamaha R15M vs Yamaha Mt 15 V2

Yamaha R15 vs MT-15: Specs, Price and Which One to Buy

R15 vs MT-15 is Yamaha asking whether you want a fully faired 155 that looks like a race replica, or the same idea stood up as a naked street bike. Engines and the serious-about-riding audience overlap. The bodywork, riding position and how you use it on Indian roads do not.

Comparison overview

Key highlights	R15M	Mt 15 V2
Expected ex-showroom	₹186,000	₹166,000
Engine	155 cc	155 cc
Mileage	45.0 kmpl	47.0 kmpl
Power	18.10 bhp @ 10000 rpm	18.10 bhp @ 10,000 rpmin
Top speed	140 kmph	130 kmph

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Specifications

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Performance 3

Performance	R15M	Mt 15 V2
Mileage	—	47 Kmpl
Top Speed	—	130
Max Torque	—	14.1 Nm @ 7,500 rpm

Engine 7

Engine	R15M	Mt 15 V2
Displacement	—	155
Compression Ratio	—	11.6 : 1
Cooling System	—	Liquid Cooled
Bore	—	58
No Of Cylinders	—	1
Stroke	—	58.7
Valve Per Cylinder	—	4

Battery 2

Battery	R15M	Mt 15 V2
Battery Type	—	12V,4.0Ah
Battery Capacity	—	12 V, 4.0 Ah

Fuel 5

Fuel	R15M	Mt 15 V2
Fuel Supply	—	Fuel Injection
Fuel Type	—	Petrol
Fuel Capacity	—	10
Low Fuel Indicator	—	Yes
Fuel Gauge	—	Digital

Dimensions 7

Dimensions	R15M	Mt 15 V2
Ground Clearance	—	170
Height	—	1070
Kerb Weight	—	141
Length	—	2015
Passenger Footrest	—	Yes
Seat Height	—	810
Width	—	800

Transmission 3

Transmission	R15M	Mt 15 V2
Clutch	—	Wet, Multiple Disc
Gear Box	—	6-Speed
Transmission	—	Constant mesh

Brakes 5

Brakes	R15M	Mt 15 V2
Rear Brake	—	Disc Brake
Abs	—	Dual Channel
Front Brake	—	Disc Brake
Front Brake Diameter	—	282
Rear Brake Diameter	—	220

Suspension 2

Suspension	R15M	Mt 15 V2
Suspension Front	—	Telescopic upside down Front Fork
Suspension Rear	—	Linked-type Monocross suspension

Wheels & Tyres 10

Wheels & Tyres	R15M	Mt 15 V2
Tyre Size	—	Front : 100/80-17M/C 52P , Rear: 140/70R-17M/C 66H
Wheel Size	—	Front: 431.8 MM Rear: 431.8 MM
Wheels Type	—	Alloy
Tubeless Tyre	—	Tubeless
Wheelbase	—	1325
Radial Tyre	—	Yes
Front Tyre Pressure Rider	—	32
Front Tyre Pressure Rider And Pillion	—	32
Rear Tyre Pressure Rider	—	36
Rear Tyre Pressure Rider And Pillion	—	39

Electricals 1

Electricals	R15M	Mt 15 V2
Bluetooth Connectivity	—	Yes

Lights 3

Lights	R15M	Mt 15 V2
Tail Light	—	LED
Drls	—	Yes
Low Oil Indicator	—	Yes

Instrument Cluster 7

Instrument Cluster	R15M	Mt 15 V2
Display	—	TFT
Instrument Console	—	Digital
Odometer	—	Digital
Speedometer	—	Digital
Tripmeter	—	Digital
Techometer	—	Digital
Clock	—	Yes

Features 2

Features	R15M	Mt 15 V2
Navigation	—	Yes
Mobile Application	—	Yes

Other 10

Other	R15M	Mt 15 V2
Max Power	—	18.10 bhp @ 10,000 rpmin
Emission Type	—	BS6 Phase 2
Engine Type	—	Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, SOHC, 4-valve
Body Type	—	Street Bike
Drive Type	—	Chain Drive
Frame	—	Deltabox
Braking Type	—	Single Channel ABS
Ignition	—	TCI (transistor controlled ignition)
Head Light	—	LED
Turn Signal Lamp	—	LED

Verdict

The R15 is the one to buy if you care about aerodynamics, a committed sport riding position and the faired look — including track days or ghats where you will actually use the clip-ons. The MT-15 is the one to buy if most rides are city streets, you want a wide handlebar for traffic, and you still want Yamaha’s 155 character without living in a crouch. Same performance ballpark; very different weekends.

Real-world usage

In peak traffic the MT-15 is simply less tiring: upright torso, easier steering inputs, better awareness of bumpers beside you. The R15 rewards smoother roads and higher average speeds; the fairing helps on the highway, the clip-ons punish long office commutes. Pillion comfort is limited on both — worse on the R15. If you will never see a racetrack, be honest before paying extra for bodywork you will scrape in parking lots. If you bought posters of MotoGP fairings as a teenager, the R15 is the one you will not resent.

Which one should you buy?

Choose the R15 if sport ergonomics, a fairing and weekend canyon or track use are the point of the purchase. Choose the MT-15 if the bike has to earn its keep in the city and you still want a sharp 155 without clip-on fatigue.

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FAQs

Which is cheaper, Yamaha R15M or Yamaha Mt 15 V2?

Yamaha R15M starts at ₹186,000 and Yamaha Mt 15 V2 starts at ₹166,000. Yamaha Mt 15 V2 is cheaper by ₹20,000 at expected ex-showroom.

Which has better mileage or range?

Yamaha R15M is listed at 45 kmpl; Yamaha Mt 15 V2 is listed at 47 kmpl. Yamaha Mt 15 V2 claims 2 kmpl more.

Should I buy the R15M or the Mt 15 V2?

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