Yamaha MT-15 launched in India - Check price, features, specs of The Dark Warrior
All-new 2019 Yamaha MT-15 has officially been launched in India today. The dynamic MT-15 is built to inspire present generation of thrill-seeking riders like no other bike in its class, as it has evolved into an even sharper and more technologically advanced Hyper Naked, said the company, adding that with its intimidating Bi functional LED headlight, the aggressively styled MT-15 demands attention.
Priced at Rs 1,36,000 (Ex-Showroom Price in Delhi), Yamaha MT-15's front winglets and radiator side fins give an ultra-sharp look - and to reinforce its uncompromising style designed a shorter tail. The company website further informs us about other key features of the new Yamaha bike:
1.Dynamic Hypermotard-style bike
The new Yamaha bike boasts of Bi Functional LED headlight that is always full of aggression, with chin down face design merging with upright forks that give it a beast like stance. Naked design like an unsheathed sword. With muscular spherical tank wears armor-like plastic resin, MT15's short rising tail and upright sitting makes it look like in a constant attack mode. That is why it is described to have a true Dark Warrior like looks. Image source: yamaha-motor-india.com
2.Performance Machine
Yamaha MT-15 boasts of 155cc Liquid Cooled 4V SOHC FI Engine, and the dark warrior generates an impressive 19.3PS at 10,000 RPM and 14.7 N.m @ 8500 RPM, while it's Variable Valve Actuation monitors the rider's style to improve performance and mileage. Image source: yamaha-motor-india.com
3.Bi Functional LED Headlights/Raised LED Tail Light
The bike is capable of taking on the darkest streets with confidence and enjoy enhanced night vision with Bi-Functional LED headlight. Flaunting raised tail, it draws attention with it's super sleek and edgy LED light slicing through the dark. Image source: yamaha-motor-india.com
4.Single Channel ABS
Available in two colour options of Dark Matt Blue and Metallic Black, the street-fighter motorcycle enjoys superior control with precise braking and that too without any wheel lockups and skidding even in slippery conditions. Image source: yamaha-motor-india.com
5.Assist & Slipper Clutch
With assist and slipper (A&S) clutch, the bike is built to reduce the weight of clutch pull, providing low-stress shifting during deceleration. The A&S helps to reduce fatigue for the rider, and also prevents excessive engine braking, thereby reducing its effects on chassis behaviour. The A&S clutch also makes for smooth, enjoyable downshifts. Image source: yamaha-motor-india.com
6. Variable Valve Actuation (VVA)
This is the first ever high-performance VVA system that provides torque for ease of use even at low RPM. There are two intake valve cams: one for low- to mid-range rpm and another for high rpm. They switch between each other at the 7,400 rpm mark to ensure good power and torque is present throughout the entire rev range. Image source: yamaha-motor-india.com
The bike's multifunction negative instrument cluster with shift light indicator, VVA indicator, mileage indicator and a USB charging port stands out even in the darkest corner of the city. Image source: yamaha-motor-india.com