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2021 Yamaha MT-15 Monster Energy Moto GP EditionYamaha MT15 competes against other naked streetfighters such as KTM Duke 125, Bajaj Pulsar NS160 and TVS Apache RTR 160 4V
Yamaha has launched a new top-spec variant of its naked streetfighter MT15 in India. Called MT15 Monster Energy MotoGP Edition, Yamaha has priced the motorcycle at Rs 1.48 lakh (ex-showroom). This makes it pricier by Rs 2,400 than the rest of the lineup.
Other than a new colour scheme on top, there has been no other change made by the Japanese bikemaker on MT15. The livery on offer in the naked street racer is quite similar to what has been offered on the MotoGP Edition of FZ25 launched almost a month back. The latter has been priced at Rs 1.36 lakh (ex-showroom).
Updated Livery
The new paint scheme of MT15 benefits from Yamaha MotoGP branding on the tank shrouds, the fuel tank and side panels which emphasize the bike’s racing background. It also wears Monster Energy graphics on its fuel tank while the Yamaha logo is grafted in golden colour.
In comparison to FZ25 MotoGP Edition, this special variant of MT15 gets a more subtle attire that misses out on blue inserts on the tank and headlamp assembly. Instead, this iteration of MT-15 gets small blue inserts on the radiator shrouds.
2021 Yamaha MT-15 Monster Energy Moto GP Edition
2021 Yamaha MT15 MotoGP Edition continues to sport the same design with an angry-looking face comprising a single LED projector headlamp and twin LED Daytime Running Lights. Other design highlights include a single-piece seat with a single grab rail for the pillion, underbody cowl, etc.
Engine, Hardware Specs
Everything else remains the same in MT15 including the specs and features. It is powered by a 155cc single-cylinder, fuel-injected, liquid-cooled, motor that kicks out 18.5 PS of maximum power at 10,000rpm and 13.9 Nm of peak torque at 8,500rpm. It is the same powertrain that is on offer in YZF R15 V3.0. This engine comes with a 6-speed gearbox which is paired with a slipper and assist clutch.
Speaking of its hardware, the delta box frame is suspended on conventional telescopic forks at front and a mono-shock at rear, mounted onto a box-type swingarm. Braking setup of the motorcycle employs a 282mm disc up front and a 220mm disc at rear which are assisted by a single-channel ABS. The bike tips the weighing scales at 138 kilos.
Features on offer
Other features on offer include a digital LCD instrument cluster, a side-stand engine inhibitor and Variable Valve Actuation (VVA) system. Yamaha will soon add Bluetooth enabled features to the MT15 and R15. Since it is only Rs 2,400 more expensive than the regular MT-15, it turns out to be a very good option for those who wish to own a unique-looking motorcycle. More

Yamaha MT15 Bluetooth launch expected soonIn July 2021, Yamaha India’s domestic sales dipped marginally while exports noted significant growth
Here is a detailed breakup of Yamaha Motor India domestic sales and export figures for July 2021. Domestic sales July 2021 compared to that of July 2020, show a de-growth in terms of domestic sales by 3.84 percent to 48,071 units, down from 49,989 units sold in July 2020.
Exports of the company on the other hand surged 85.05 percent from 14,212 units shipped in July 2020. MoM domestic sales and exports were reversed. Domestic sales increased 95.51 percent from 24,588 units sold in June 2021 while exports dipped 5.39 percent as against 27,797 units in June 2021.
Yamaha India Sales Breakup July 2021
Taking into account model wise sales, it was the Yamaha FZ that was most in sold in domestic and export markets. Yamaha FZ sales in the past month were at 18,066 units, up 20.06 percent over 15,048 units sold in July 2020. MoM sales increased 62.99 percent over 11,084 units sold in June 2021. It was at the end of July 2021 that the company also revealed the FZ-X Custom Café Racer with a “Customise FZ-X challenge” on its social media handle.
Next in line in domestic market was the Fascino, with sales de-growth of 17.77 percent to 9,525 units sold in July 2021, down from 11,584 units sold in July 2020. MoM sales however, surged 361.26 percent as against 2,065 units sold in June 2021.
Yamaha Sales, Exports July 2021 vs July 2020 (YoY)
Even as the Yamaha R15 noted a 5.98 percent sales growth in the past month, sales of the Ray ZR dipped 41.38 percent while domestic sales of the Yamaha MT15 and FZ25 also noted a significant increase both in terms of YoY and MoM basis.
Yamaha Exports July 2021
Every model in the company lineup noted increased exports in July 2021 over exports in July 2020 except for the Saluto, Saluto RX and MT15. Yamaha FZ led this list with 12,455 units shipped in July 2021, a 145.56 percent increase over 5,072 units exported in July 2020.
This was also the top export model in June 2021 when 11,780 units had been exported. The Yamaha FZ currently commands a share of 47.36 percent. Exports of Yamaha RayZR increased 254.65 percent YoY to 3,277 units, but dipped 2.12 percent MoM as against 3,348 units shipped in June 2021.
Yamaha Sales, Exports July 2021 vs Jun 2021 (MoM)
Yamaha FZ25 and SZ also noted significant increase in exports in July 2021, up 127.53 percent and 102.95 percent over exports in July 2020. MoM exports of these two models also increased 1.19 percent and 49.11 percent respectively. On a MoM basis, Saluto RX and MT15 exports dipped 98.77 percent and 98.13 percent respectively while Fascino exports were down from 82 units exported in June 2021 to 0 units in July 2021.
Special Festive Offers
Yamaha Motor India has introduced special offers for its range of scooters for August valid till 31st August 2021. Fascino 125 Fi Hybrid, Ray ZR 125 FI, Ray ZR Street Rally 125 FI, along with the non-Hybrid version of Fascino 125 Fi, are a part of this festive scheme. The pan India offer on Yamaha scooters – Ray ZR 125 FI, Ray ZR Street Rally 125 FI and Fascino 125 Fi Non- Hybrid version comes in with an insurance benefit of Rs 3,876 or low down-payment of Rs. 999. More

Yamaha FZ-X Design ChallengeThe themes for Yamaha’s customization campaign are Retro, Futuristic and Touring
Yamaha India has released a new customization challenge for the Yamaha FZ-X. This contest is open to individuals and groups and consists of three themes – Retro, Futuristic and Touring. Participants wishing to take part in this challenge should submit their digital render by 21st August 2021 to qualify for the campaign and winners will be announced on 31st August.
Individuals and groups participating in this challenge will be able to select from Retro, Futuristic and Touring themes. The Retro theme is inspired from Yamaha’s RX and RDs of the past, while Futuristic theme is ahead of its time along with touring theme that captures the free spirit of the adventurer.
Criteria for Participation
There are certain criteria for the Yamaha FZ-X Customization Challenge. For a start,  participant needs to select only one of the three themes for the digital render. The render should have a minimum of 4 viewing angles of the bike. It should be in a 2D design and any tampering of the company logo would render the entry invalid.
The final digital design should be uploaded on Yamaha FZ-X Customization Microsite. Entries till now include designs of Bobbers, Scramblers, ADVs, tourers, etc. Based on uniqueness of the design, Yamaha will post these renders on Yamaha’s Official Social media channels – Facebook and Instagram only.
Yamaha FZ-X Design Challenge
The participants will be given 10 days from the date of posting to generate maximum number of ‘Likes’. However, only authentic ‘Likes’ will be taken into account and all spam entries will be disqualified. Yamaha will be posting the entries on Social Media platforms and the top 3 posts with the most likes will be declared the winners.
Yamaha FZ-X
Yamaha FZ-X has been recently launched in India. This retro touring bike is priced from Rs. 1.17 lakh (ex-showroom) onwards. Based on the Yamaha FZ, it gets a more off roading stance with circular LED headlamps with projector lens, new fuel tank, revised tail segment and tail lamps and rides on dual purpose tyres.
It sports an LCD instrument console with Y-Connect smartphone offering features such as call alert, SMS and email notifications along with fuel consumption data, rate of acceleration, engine rpm, ride history, locate your bike, etc.
Yamaha FZ-X Design Challenge
Yamaha FZ-X is powered by a 149cc, air cooled engine offering 12 hp power and 13 Nm torque mated to a 5 speed constant mesh gearbox. Suspension and braking is via 41mm telescopic form and 7 step adjustable mono shock along with 282mm disc brake in the front and 220mm disc brake at the rear with single channel ABS.
In terms of design, the Yamaha FZ-X has no direct rivals. But in terms of price segment, it takes on the higher priced and more powerful 160cc motorcycles such as the Hero Xtreme 160R, TVS Apache RTR 160 4V and Bajaj Pulsar NS160. More

Yamaha MT15 will soon get Bluetooth updateJust like other two-wheeler manufacturers, Yamaha has increased prices multiple times this year
Yamaha’s price hike strategy has been slightly different as compared to that of other OEMs. While other manufacturers have usually announced price hikes across the range, Yamaha has been selective in its approach. In the latest round of price hike, products that have become costlier include YZF-R15 V3, FZ FI V3, FZS FI V3 and even recently launched Fascino 125 Hybrid.
There is no official statement from Yamaha about the reason for this latest price hike. However, based on prevailing trends, the primary reason is likely to be the continuous increase in input costs. Inflationary conditions could have also led to this recent price hike. For select models, prices have been increased in the range of Rs 2,000 to Rs 2,500.
Yamaha Price List Aug 2021
Lowest price hike of Rs 2,000 is for YZF-R15 V3. It is applicable for all variants – Thunder Grey, Metallic Red, Racing Blue and Dark Knight. Yamaha has increased price of R15 V3 at least three times this year.
In March, prices were increased by Rs 2,700 for Blue, Grey and Dark Knight variants. Next month in April, prices were increased again for these variants by Rs 1,500. The next hike for R15 was in July, when prices for all four colour variants were increased by 2,500.
Yamaha India Price List Aug 2021
Cumulatively, R15 prices have gone up by Rs 8.7k in just around six months. However, as prices of rival products have also increased, most Yamaha two-wheelers continue to offer decent value for money that they are known for.
Next in the list is Fascino 125 Hybrid, which was launched in July at a starting price of Rs 70k. It will now cost Rs 2k more than earlier. The price hike applies to both drum and disc variants of Fascino 125 Hybrid.
For FZ FI V3 and FZS FI V3, prices have been increased by Rs 2,500 across all variants. The only exception is Vintage Green variant of FZS FI V3, which will retail at the same price as earlier.
MT-15 prices slashed
Yamaha has made a surprising move by slashing prices of MT-15 by Rs 1,000. It applies to Metallic Black and Dark Matte Blue variants of MT-15. Price of Ice Fluo Vermillion variant remains unchanged. Earlier this year in April, MT-15 prices were hiked by Rs 1,000 across all variants.
Going by recent trends, we could expect more price hikes by two-wheeler manufacturers including Yamaha. The pandemic has severally jolted the entire ecosystem and its after-effects are likely to be felt for quite a long time. More

Image for reference. Credit – Moto SonicYamaha is testing a new model in India, but it’s not certain if it is R15 V4, R3 or something else
In a new development, it has been revealed that Yamaha has trademarked a new name ‘R2’. This name has been registered in several international markets such as Australia, New Zealand, Europe, and Philippines. Going by the company’s usual naming convention, R2 is likely to be a 200cc motorcycle. Other bikes in this range include R15, R3, R6, R7 and the litre-class R1.
Inspired by R7
As the test mule spotted on road tests in India was heavily camouflaged, there are different viewpoints as to exactly which model it is. Among the things that can be said with a certain level of conviction is that the test mule borrows styling bits from its elder sibling R7.
This is especially true for the front fascia, where we can see a single LED headlight setup and integrated sleek LED DRLs. Side panels also appear to be inspired from Yamaha R7. However, ambiguities exist due to the camouflage.
Another thing to note is that the test mule appears to be bigger than R15 V3. This creates the possibility that Yamaha’s new bike for the Indian market could be R3 or even R2. However, with limited info available, it’s just speculations at this point of time.
Yamaha R2 Trademark Filed
One thing that is quite clear is that the test mule has USD forks at the front. In international markets, both R15 and R3 are equipped with USD forks.
Yamaha R2 engine
As of now, Yamaha does not have a 200cc motor that could possibly comply with stringent emission standards such as Euro 5 or BS6. In essence, if the company is serious about a 200cc bike, it will have to design and develop the engine from scratch. Considering that the name has been registered, Yamaha may have already started working on or already developed a 200cc motor.
Registering a name, however, does not necessarily mean that the product will be launched. Often, auto companies operate as part of their proactive strategy to safeguard certain names that could be used in the future. It is possible that the new R2 name could have been registered on the same lines.
With the R2, users can expect better performance in comparison to R15 V3. The latter is equipped with a 155cc, liquid cooled, SOHC motor that is capable of generating max power of 18.6 ps at 10,000 rpm and peak torque of 14.1 Nm at 8,500 rpm. It is mated to a 6-speed constant mesh transmission. Just like R15, R2 is likely to be equipped with features like Variable Valves Actuation (VVA). More

Yamaha Sniper. Image – XIII Tips N VlogIt is likely that Yamaha’s new 155cc scooter will be launched in India by Diwali 2021
In 150cc-200cc segment, Yamaha currently has multiple bestsellers such as FZ, R15 and MT15. However, Yamaha’s scooter portfolio in India is limited to 125cc offerings such as Fascino and RayZR. Aiming to include more premium products in its portfolio, Yamaha is expected to introduce a new 155cc scooter later this year. Yamaha could choose from products available in international markets such as NMax 155, Sniper, etc. Hat tip to automotive enthusiast Bawla Kawlni for sharing this update.
Yamaha Sniper 155
This looks like a moped or it can also be described as a moto-scooter. Yamaha Sniper 155 has a sharp front fascia with dual-LED headlight and sleek turn indicators. Overall design appears to be inspired by Yamaha’s flagship YZF-R1.
Other features that ensure a sporty profile for Sniper 155 include sharp fairing design, slightly upswept blacked-out exhaust, eye-catchy graphics, elevated tail section and body-coloured alloy wheels. Colour options for Sniper 155, as offered in international markets, include Matte Green, Yellow Hornet and Black Raven.
Among features that make Sniper 155 unique include its absence of floorboard. It has footpegs, just like a standard motorcycle. The seating appears ergonomic and users can expect more comfort and ventilation for the thighs, as compared to riding a motorcycle.
2021 Yamaha NVX Scooter
Yamaha NMax 155
Available in Asian markets such as Indonesia and Thailand, Yamaha NMax 155 maxi-scooter is a strong contender for the Indian market. Maxi-scooter segment is at a nascent stage in the country. However, this space could witness healthy growth in the coming years. Maxi-scooters like NMax 155 not only have a sporty, dominating road presence, but they also pack in utilitarian features.
Yamaha NMax 155 has a beefy front fascia, trendy LED headlight, low mounted turn signals, and tinted visor. Side panels have a wavy design, which ensure a smooth, aerodynamic look and feel for the scooter.
Other key features include sporty rear view mirrors, sloping seat, LED tail lamp and blacked-out upswept exhaust. Colour options for the scooter include Matte Blue, Maxi Signature Black and Prestige Silver. The set of colour options may be different for the Indian market.
2021 Yamaha NMAX 155
Engine options
Both NMax and Sniper share the same 155cc VVA motor that is used with other products such as YZF R15, MT-15, XSR 155, Aerox 155 and NVX 155. However, exact power and torque output may be slightly different based on the product.
On NMax, the engine churns out 15.4 bhp of max power at 8,000 rpm and 13.9 Nm of peak torque at 6,500 rpm. Transmission duties are performed by a standard V-belt CVT. Sniper 155 has rated power delivery of 17.7 bhp at 9,500 rpm and 14.4 Nm at 8,000 rpm. Engine is mated to a 6-speed manual gearbox. More