The Yamaha YZF-R15 is undoubtedly an unmistakable product manufactured by the Japanese motorcycle manufacturer. Although, it took its inspiration from the track-only version, i.e. Yamaha YZF-R1, but still it revs millions of hearts. However, the firm has already introduced the version 2.0 of the fully-faired sports motorcycle. But, as the most colorful festival is arriving in India, the manufacturer has given a scintillating introduction of the 2015 Yamaha YZF-R15 Ver 2.0. On the occasion of Holi, the Yamaha has launched two new color options for the sports motorcycle. Both the new colors will be making their availability in the Indian market as a limited edition paint scheme.
The 2015 Yamaha YZF-R15 Ver 2.0 is a pumping heart of 4-stroke, single-cylinder motor configuration carrying an engine displacement 149.8cc. The liquid-cooled motor incorporated with Fuel-Injected system churns out a maximum power 16.8 BHP @ 8500 RPM and achieves a peak torque of 15 Nm @ 7500 revs. The 149.8cc displaced engine is mated to Return 6-speed transmission carrying a fuel tank capacity of 12 liters. The Yamaha YZF-R15 is built around a Delta box frame type. The stopping power has been taken care by hydraulic single disc brakes at both, front and rear.
Mr. Roy Kurian, Vice President of Sales and Marketing at Yamaha Motors India, says, "Yamaha R15 is a pure sports vehicle designed especially for racing enthusiasts so that they can experience the power and passion that a sports bike has to offer. The racing DNA, sporty look and superior technology have been synonymous with the R15. While, the core concept of R15 remains the same, with these new colors we strive to continuously interact and excite our target audiences. As we launch the R15 Ver 2.0 in 2 new avatars, we are again very confident that this new introduction will help to keep our target audiences absolutely delighted."
The two newly introduced colors for the 2015 Yamaha YZF-R15 Ver 2.0 are GP Blue and Streaking Cyan. The special edition paint scheme of the fully-faired sports motorcycle launched carrying a price tag of Rs 1,17,260 (Ex-Showroom Delhi). Apart from the colorful paint scheme, the Yamaha is also brining up its all new YZF-R3 and the latest generation of R1 in the country lately this year.