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Yamaha Bike
Yamaha MT-15 V2
Yamaha’s naked 155cc streetfighter is expected back in late 2026 with updated electronics.
Upcoming ₹1.68 lakh – ₹1.76 lakh Delhi NCR ex-showroom
- Price
- ₹1.68 lakh – ₹1.76 lakh
- Delhi NCR ex-showroom
- Mileage
- 48 kmpl
- Engine
- 155 cc
- Power
- 18.4 bhp
- Torque
- 14.1 Nm
- Top speed
- 130 kmph
- Kerb weight
- 139 kg
- Seat height
- 810 mm
- Ground clearance
- 170 mm
- Fuel
- Petrol
- Gearbox
- Manual
Price
Ex-showroom price
₹1.68 lakh - ₹1.76 lakh
Delhi NCR Price estimated
Launched November 2026
Range spread ₹1.68 lakh – ₹1.76 lakh
Yamaha MT-15 V2 variant prices
| Variant | Ex-showroom |
|---|---|
| MT-15 V2 petrol manual Slipper-assisted clutch · ABS on both wheels | ₹1.68 lakh |
| MT-15 V2 Monster petrol manual Monster Energy graphics · Special seat | ₹1.72 lakh |
| MT-15 V2 Pro petrol manual Expected quickshifter · Expected traction control | ₹1.76 lakh |
Prices are ex-showroom, Delhi NCR, unverified MotoSutra catalogue estimates — not official or live quotations. Confirm current prices with the manufacturer and a dealer.
Mileage and fuel use
Published mileage
48 km/l
Fuel economy varies with traffic, speed, load, road conditions and maintenance. A published figure is not a promise of real-world consumption.
Performance and powertrain
Engine
155 cc · 1 cylinders
- Maximum power
- 18.4 bhp at 10,000 rpm
- Maximum torque
- 14.1 Nm at 7,500 rpm
- Top speed
- 130 km/h
Specifications
Engine and performance
| Engine | 155 cc, 1-cylinder |
|---|---|
| Max power | 18.4 bhp @ 10,000 rpm |
| Max torque | 14.1 Nm @ 7,500 rpm |
| Mileage | 48 kmpl |
| Top speed | 130 kmph |
| Gearbox | Manual |
Chassis and safety
| Kerb weight | 139 kg |
|---|---|
| Suspension | Expected upside-down fork with a rear monoshock |
| Brakes | Front and rear disc with dual-channel ABS |
| Tyres | Front 100/80-17, rear 140/70-17 |
| Safety equipment | Dual-channel ABS is expected as standard; no crash-test rating applies |
Dimensions
| Length | 2005 mm |
|---|---|
| Seat height | 810 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1340 mm |
| Ground clearance | 170 mm |
Figures without a named source document are unverified MotoSutra catalogue estimates, not official specifications. Confirm current numbers with the manufacturer.
What to know about the MT-15 V2
The MT-15 V2 is due to return to Indian showrooms late in 2026, and on the evidence of the current R15 the hardware should be recognisable: the same 155cc liquid-cooled variable-valve single, the same frame architecture and a naked handlebar instead of clip-ons. Figures quoted here are carried over from the outgoing model and should be treated as provisional until Yamaha homologates the update.
What a refresh needs to fix is equipment rather than ability. The current bike’s cockpit is the least generous in the segment, the rear suspension is well known to be firm for two-up city work, and the quickshifter that the R15 M carries has never been offered on the naked version. If Yamaha brings the electronics package across, the MT becomes the strongest argument for a bar-mounted 155 over a set of clip-ons.
On paper the case remains simple. It should be a couple of kilograms lighter than the R15, cheaper to buy, and easier to live with in traffic because the riding position is more upright and the levers are less strained. The trade-off is unchanged: 18.4 bhp from a 155cc single demands frequent gear changes, and buyers who ride mostly with a pillion would be better served by a longer-wheelpaced machine.
- Expected late in 2026 as a refreshed model year
- Shares the R15’s 155cc VVA liquid-cooled engine
- Projected price band of ₹1.68-1.76 lakh ex-showroom
Features
Instrumentation
- Negative-LCD console with a digital tacho arc
- Gear-position readout
- Expected Bluetooth connectivity and phone alerts
Electricals
- LED headlamp in the MT-15 signature cluster
- LED indicators and tail light
- 12 V charging point at the steering
Chassis
- Wide aluminium handlebar replacing clip-ons
- Upside-down front fork, expected carry-over
- Rear monoshock on a die-cast aluminium swingarm
- 139 kg projected kerb weight
Pros and cons
What we like
- Should be the cheapest way to buy the R15’s engine and chassis
- Upright bar and lighter body suit city riding better than the faired sibling
- A refresh is expected to close the equipment gap with the R15 M
What we would change
- Specifications are provisional until Yamaha confirms the model
- Outgoing bike’s firm rear suspension is the segment’s most-criticised trait
- Pillion comfort will not improve without a longer seat
Editorial rating
How it scores
3.9/5
Overall score across 7 rated dimensions
MotoSutra editorial rating: 3.9 out of 5
Lowest rated
Features
3.4/5
Equipment & rider features
- Performance Power, acceleration & riding dynamics 4.1/5 Very strong
- Features Equipment & rider features 3.4/5 Average
- Design Styling, ergonomics & presence 4.1/5 Very strong
- Safety Build quality, safety equipment & ratings 3.8/5 Good
- Interior Rider ergonomics, seat & practicality 3.5/5 Good
- Efficiency Mileage, range & running costs 4.6/5 Excellent
- Comfort Ride quality & long-distance comfort 3.6/5 Good
Yamaha’s naked 155cc streetfighter is expected back in late 2026 with updated electronics.
MotoSutra editorial rating on a 5-point scale. Rated across 7 dimensions; unscored dimensions are omitted.
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Latest Yamaha MT-15 V2 coverage
- Comparison
Yamaha R15 V4 vs MT-15 V2: clip-ons against a bar, now against later
One 155cc VVA single, one frame philosophy, two handlebars — and a wrinkle: the MT-15 V2 is still a projection on MotoSutra’s unverified catalogue while the R15 is in showrooms today. We sort the hardware from the timing.
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Frequently asked questions
When will the Yamaha MT-15 V2 launch?
This listing projects a launch late in 2026, on 19 November. Treat the date and the price band as indicative until Yamaha makes an official announcement.
What will the MT-15 V2 cost?
The projection is ₹1.68 lakh to ₹1.76 lakh ex-showroom, in line with where the outgoing model sits against the R15 V4.
What mileage should the MT-15 V2 return?
The claimed figure is 48 kmpl, which is the highest of any 155cc liquid-cooled motorcycle here. Realistic city riding should land in the high 30s to low 40s.
Will it get the R15’s quickshifter?
That is the central question for this update. Yamaha fits the device on the R15 M and there is no mechanical reason it cannot appear on the naked MT, but it has not been confirmed.
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Yamaha R15 V4 vs MT-15 V2: clip-ons against a bar, now against later
One 155cc VVA single, one frame philosophy, two handlebars — and a wrinkle: the MT-15 V2 is still a projection on MotoSutra’s unverified catalogue while the R15 is in showrooms today. We sort the hardware from the timing.