Updates for MT15 shall be principally borrowed from Yamaha R15 V4 that was launched final 12 months in September

One of many standard entry-level performance-oriented bikes within the nation, Yamaha MT15 will quickly be up to date with new options. This was anticipated as MT15 and R15 V4 are basically the identical at their core. The distinction between the bikes comes primarily from their styling and using ergonomics.

2022 Yamaha MT15 anticipated updates

One of many key updates shall be a brand new digital instrument panel with Bluetooth-based connectivity options. That is more likely to be the identical as that of R15 V4. It shows a variety of knowledge corresponding to traction management on/off, gear place, gear shift timing indicator, Observe/Road mode, lap timings, common mileage, common pace, coolant temperature, and so forth.

Customers can pair their smartphones with the console utilizing the Y-Join app. As soon as related, the instrument cluster display screen will show information corresponding to name alerts, SMS and e-mail notification, cellphone battery stage and app connectivity standing.

On the Y-Join app, customers can entry a variety of information corresponding to gas consumption tracker, final parking location, revs dashboard, malfunction notification, upkeep suggestions and trip analytics. Fundamental thought is to enhance the general expertise, guarantee correct bike care & upkeep and probably assist customers enhance their using expertise.

One other key replace for MT15 shall be USD forks on the entrance. In its present type, the bike is obtainable with customary telescopic forks. Rear linked-type monocross suspension would be the identical as the present mannequin. USD forks considerably improve trip dynamics by making certain higher management and dealing with at excessive pace, cornering and through braking. USD forks on R15 V4 are provided in a golden end.

Twin-channel ABS is one other function that might be launched for MT-15. As of now, the bike is obtainable with single-channel ABS. Braking duties are carried out by 282 mm disc on the entrance and 220 mm disc on the rear. The bike has 17-inch wheels at each ends, shod with 100/80 entrance and 140/70 vast rear tyres.

Yamaha may introduce some model updates for MT-15, however a lot of it is going to be the identical as the present mannequin. The bike makes a sporty, aggressive stance with options corresponding to bi-functional LED headlights, blacked-out parts, sculpted gas tank, rugged engine guard, chrome-tipped exhaust, uni-level seat with seize bar and raised LED tail mild.

Yamaha MT15 engine

The engine would be the identical as the present mannequin, a 155cc, liquid-cooled, SOHC, 4-valve unit. It generates 18.5 ps of max energy at 10,000 rpm and 13.9 Nm of peak torque at 8,500 rpm. It’s mated to a relentless mesh 6-speed gearbox.

Different options corresponding to variable valve actuation (VVA) and help and slipper clutch (ASC) would be the identical. VVA ensures that desired energy and torque is obtainable all through the rev vary. ASC reduces driver fatigue by minimizing the pressure required for clutch pull and making certain easy downshifts. MT15 is at present accessible within the vary of Rs 1.47 lakh to Rs 1.50 lakh. Up to date 2022 MT15 may get costlier by as much as Rs 10k.