Yamaha launched the YZF-R15 S for the Indian market based on the customer feedback. The Japanese manufacturer claims that there were many consumers who wanted to buy this bike, however, were discouraged to do so because of the uncomfortable rear seat.
The YZF-R15 V2.0 gets split seats, which are well cushioned. But the pillion has to sit slightly higher than the rider, due to the seat design. Another reason for this discomfort is the bad integrated grab rail, which is difficult to hold on to. Other than this, the R15 S will be available with three new colour schemes – track white, adrenaline red and spark green.
Mechanically, there are no changes. The bike continues to be powered by the same 150cc single-cylinder liquid-cooled engine. This mill produces 16bhp at 8500rpm and peak torque of 15Nm at 7500rpm and is mated to a six-speed gearbox.