Yamaha YZF R15

Yamaha YZF R15

With a decade long years of YZF series development, the recently launched YZF R15 from Yamaha is equipped with new fuel-injected engine and Deltabox frame which will give you the pleasure of riding which you may not have experienced before. This model has inherited the traits from the YZF series bikes like R1 and R6 which are equipped with under cowls for the best form of aero management. Apart from these things, it incorporates all the below mentioned characteristics in a splendid manner like:

• Comfortable seating area for easy riding
• Allows steering effectively
• Wide frontal space for protection of the rider
• Glamorous tail treatment which takes into account the management of airflow
• Attractive racing form which brings all these elements in a suitable package

Moreover, it has also been designed keeping in mind the Indian market context, like the seat shape allows you to have tandem riding and the riding position will ensure proper seating comfort. Overall, it can be said that YZF-R15 incorporates a hybrid design with the combination of local functions along with the world-class design of 'R' series.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS OF YAMAHA YZF R15

Engine
Engine type	Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, SOHC, 4-valve
Cylinder arrangement	Single cylinder
Displacement	149 .8cc
Bore x Stroke	57×58.7mm
Compression ratio	10.4:1
Maximum power	17PS / 8,500rpm
Maximum torque	15 N.m / 7,500rpm
Starting system	Electric Start
Lubrication	wet sump
Engine oil capacity	1.0 liters
Fuel tank capacity	12 liters
Fuel supply system	Electronic fuel injection
Ignition system	T.C.I
Primary / Secondary reduction ratio	3.042 / 3.000
Clutch type	Constant-mesh wet multi-plate
Transmission type	Return type 6-speed
Transmission type	Return type 6-speed
Gear ratios	1st=2.833, 2nd=1.875, 3rd:=1.364, 4th=1.143, 5th=0.957, 6th=0.84
Chassis
Frame type	Deltabox Frame
Caster / Trail	26° / 100mm
Tire size (Front / Rear)	80/90-17 / 100/80-17
Brake type (Front / Rear)	Hydraulic, single disc (Front / Rear)
Suspension type (Front / Rear)	Telescopic / Linked type Monocross
Headlight	12V35W / 35W+35W
Dimensions
Overall length x width x height	1,995mm x 670mm x 1,070mm
Seat height	790mm
Wheelbase	1,290mm
Minimum ground clearance	160mm
Dry weight / Curb weight	120kg / 131kg