The Yamaha R15 V5 is, in my opinion, an excellent bike that delivers great performance without costing an arm and a leg. This bike is, if you will, the quintessential bike to look sharp, have a capable ride and get the damn hell out of the way due to its powerful engine loved by most young riders and biker.
Daily commuter or weekend warrior (That’s you R15 V5)!
Design and Looks
Yamaha R15 V5 is a sports aggressive looking bike, sure to catch your attention wherever you go. Comes with class fairing, tweak head light and precise tail part personally making it look premium. You can choose from Racing Blue, Metallic Red and Dark Knight color in multiple color options apart from the bike Italic. Its split seats, meaty fuel tank and nice graphics are the icing on top.
Engine and Performance
Central feature for Yamaha R15 V5 is a 155cc liquid-cooled engine that provides smooth and natural performance. It generates 18.4 bhp of power and 14.2 Nm of torque, so it offers great response. The bike is equipped with a 6-speed gearbox for optimum performance and fuel efficiency. Whichever it is, be it the city traffic or riding a highway the R15 V5 promises an adrenaline infusing ride.
Ride and Handling
One of the best things about the Yamaha R15 V5 is that amazing handling it has. Uses frames from Deltabox, it helps the bike to be stable as well at high speed because that’s the lightweight frame. Upside-down forks up front and a rear mono shock work perfectly to cushion the bumps and offer an all around pleasant ride.
The bike sports disc brakes on both wheels and dual-channel ABS, they re the ultimate in disc brakes performance and safety
Features and Technology
So Yamaha even added to the modern features is a ride experience to stay you want to get the most out of the R15 V5. It has a complete digital instrument cluster that shows all info vitals like speed, fuel level, gear position with a shift light to improve performance. The bike further carries Traction Control and it helps you grip roads even slippery.
Further, the LED lighting system is not only very stylish but it actually enhances night vision as well.
Fuel Efficiency
While this is a performance oriented bike, it managed to keep feed even from Yamaha R15 V5. On a normal day ride you could get around 40-45 kmpl that makes it a practical machine for daily use. The 11 liters fuel basket allows you to cover long distances between fuel stops.
Price and Variants
Yamaha R15 V5 is priced well and so in its class it will be quite appealing. Comes in standard and lot of special editions,, with few difference in features but color options.
Price may differ depending on your location and taxes, but will still be one of the better budget sports bike in class.
FAQs on Yamaha R15 V5
Yamaha R15 V5 Top Speed?
The top speed of Yamaha R15 V5 is around 135-140 kmph depending on the riding condition.
What’s going on in the R15 V5 with ABS?
No it has dual channel ABS (much better for braking safety on the Yamaha R15 V5.)
Is Yamaha R15 V5 suitable for a long distance ride
Yes, it is great for long rides because of the low set riding position and a decent suspension along with a reasonable fuel mileage
What mileage R15 V5
40-45 kmpl on a normal riding
Is it quick-shifter equipped?
No the quick-shifter is not on the Yamaha R15 V5, but instead has an easy 6th gear.
Final Thoughts
Yamaha R15 V5 is a sports bike that does it all (looks, performance and usability ) for a full sports bike. For a Beginner or an Experienced-Rider this motorcycle will be a lot of Ride fun. In spite of its modern elements, strong general engine and a great looking, the R15 V5 is a motorcycle you should make sure you have at least consider as option for sporty reliable bike.
