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Yamaha XSR155 Custom by Glanets Radical KustomYamaha XSR 155 is based on the same underpinnings and powered by the same motor from YZF R15 V3 and MT15
Retro motorcycles often prove to be the perfect base for aftermarket modifications due to their robust and flexible architecture and simple design. A fine example of this is a customised Yamaha XSR 155 which has been converted into a retro cafe racer with lots of sporty intentions.
Updated Styling
Dubbed ‘Reborn Cafe Racer’, this customised motorcycle is the work of a modification workshop named Glanets Radical Kustom based in Singapore. Kudos to the designer to approve of a styling that perfectly suits the bike from every angle along with the choice of colour scheme- black in a combination with golden streaks that give out a nice contrasting look.
Even the alloy wheels are dipped in golden yellow colour that gives it a rich feel. However, the highlight is the curvy fairing at front with a twin headlight setup placed asymmetrically one above the other.
The tail section is rather flat with a minimalist design and a trademark cowl at the pillion seat. The quilted seat further accentuates the look of a cafe-racer. The front fairing dons the number 77 in golden paint although we do not know its significance as of yet.
Yamaha XSR155 Custom
As far as its dynamics are concerned, the modified XSR 155 receives a beefy upside-down fork at front along with clip-on handlebars that enrich its sporty riding experience. Another retro highlight is a pair of inverted bar-end mirrors.
Evidently, it rides on a fatter rear tyre. In our opinion, a naked look of a contemporary modern cafe racer would have aced the look, although the bike looks quite tasteful in this faired version as well.
XSR Expected India launch
Yamaha XSR 155, as we know, shares its underpinning and powertrain with YZF R15 V3 and its naked sibling MT15. Hence, it is powered by a 155 cc liquid-cooled, single-cylinder engine that pumps out 18.4 bhp at 10,000 rpm and 14.1 Nm of peak torque at 8,500 rpm.
Yamaha XSR155 Custom
This unit is paired with a six-speed gearbox, with a slipper clutch. The deltabox frame is suspended on inverted USD front forks and a mono-shock at rear. The retro motorcycle rolls on 17inch wheels shod by tubeless dual-purpose tyres.
A while back, it was speculated that XSR 155 would be offered in India at some point of time. Recently spy shots of a new Yamaha test mule were shared. This new Yamaha test motorcycle looks like the India-spec XSR. From the spied motorcycle, it seems that the India-spec XSR might not be powered by the 155cc unit from R15. It remains to be seen if it is powered by the 250cc unit from FZ25 or the 149cc unit from the FZS FI.
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Image – Roadster viewYamaha is also likely to increase prices of its other offerings at a later stage
Yamaha is the latest to join the bandwagon of auto manufacturers increasing the prices of their products at the start of a new financial year. The Japanese bikemaker has hiked prices of its two popular motorcycles in India- the naked commuter FZS and the faired sports bike YZF R15 V3, by up to Rs 1,500.
Prices of these two bikes depend on the colour variant a buyer opts for while purchasing. The prices of the faired sports bike start at Rs 1.52 lakh whereas the Bluetooth-enabled FZS series is pegged at a starting price of Rs 1.08 lakh going up to Rs. 1,11,700 (all prices are ex-showroom).
Yamaha R15 V3 and FZS FI price April 2021 vs March 2021
Revised Prices
This is the 2nd time since Dec 2020 that Yamaha has increased prices of R15 and FZS. The price hike when compared to that in March 2021, is up to 1,500 or 1%. When compared to prices in Dec 2020, the hike in April 2021 is increased by up to Rs 4,200 or 3.34%.
Apart from the revision in prices, there have been no changes in features or specifications in either of the motorcycles. Yamaha recently introduced a new Metallic Red paint scheme on YZF R15 which is available at the base price of Rs 1.52 (ex-showroom). With this addition, the entry-level sports bike is now available with four colour options, the other three being- Thunder Gray, Racing Blue and Dark Knight.
Yamaha R15 V3 and FZS FI price April 2021 vs Dec 2020
YZF R15 Specs
Coming to its specifications, R15 is powered by a 155cc liquid-cooled, 4-stroke which is equipped with Yamaha’s Variable Valve Actuation (VVA) technology, in other words, variable valve timing. In its BS6 avatar, this motor returns an output of 18.37 bhp and a peak torque of 14.1 Nm. This engine is paired with a 6-speed gearbox.
Speaking of its dynamics, the India-spec YZF R15 features conventional telescopic forks at front, unlike the international model that gets upside-down forks. Other features key and features available are a Side Stand Engine Cut-off Switch and a slipper and assist clutch. R15 competes against the likes of Suzuki Gixxer SF, KTM RC 200 and Bajaj Pulsar RS200.
FZS FI Specs
Moving to FSZ, it is available in four colour options namely Matte Red, Matte Black, Dark Matte Blue and Dark Knight. It is also available with a special edition model called Vintage Green Edition.
The naked streetfighter draws its energy from a 149cc, single-cylinder, fuel-injected engine that generates 12.2 bhp and 13.6 Nm of peak torque. It is mated to a 5-speed gearbox. Suspension setup consists of telescopic forks at front and a preload-adjustable mono-shock at rear. More

Yamaha SR500 Flat Tracker Custom Motorcycle. Image – Bike Exif.The custom Yamaha SR500 flat tracker has been built in partnership with CAD/CAM company Mastercam
In our profession, we come across tons of custom motorcycles some of which become part of our stories so that it reaches our readers. Most of the ones covered are not just funky-looking motor parts but purposely built machines for function as well. In this case, though, it has been specifically designed for a show.
The interesting part, however, the show where this vehicle got showcased had nothing to with custom-made motorcycles. We are talking about a Yamaha SR500 customised into a flat tracker that has been built by a 27-year-old named Maxime Fontvielle who works as an application engineer at the French operation of US machine tool company, Hurco.
Yamaha SR500 Flat Tracker Custom Motorcycle
The designer has been in love with mopeds ever since his teenage and came across a wrecked Yamaha SR500 for just 100 Euros (approximately INR 8,500) some time ago. Maxime has rebuilt it as a showpiece for his company in order to showcase this bike in various machine industry trade shows.
Completely Overhauled Design
Entire design of the bike looks quite bare-bones in a truly literal sense. While major components including the frame and fuel tank are covered in grey paint with shades of black giving it a nice contrast. Along with this, a shade of blue on the alloy wheel rims is surely the eye-catching highlight.
Yamaha SR500 Flat Tracker Custom Motorcycle
Its overall looks are further enhanced by stylish decals all over its body. The designer has done away with a few components such as engine covers, chunky footpegs, kick-start lever and brake pedals.
Yamaha SR500 Flat Tracker Custom Motorcycle
There’s no brake at the front wheel although it gets a Brembo caliper and master cylinder that are coupled to a braided stainless steel line. The most critical inclusion is that of a 19-inch rear wheel matching front wheel.
Updated Dynamics
This unit has been sourced from a second SR unit, that is machined to take a sprocket and a 300 mm brake disc. The rear wheel also wears a custom disc brake with Brembo calipers.
Yamaha SR500 Flat Tracker Custom Motorcycle
It also gets machined custom wheel axles, which run on bigger bearings for the front wheel while both wheels have been lightened by ‘splitting’ the spokes. The hardware setup too also wears a whole new look with a pair of Yamaha XJR1200 forks upfront with yokes, handlebar risers and a custom steering stem.
At rear, it gets a pair of new shock absorbers that are linked to a custom swingarm. Moving up top, the bike receives an Airtech Streamlining tail section that has been matched to a front number plate holder, a set of flat track bars and an OEM fuel tank. The livery has been taken care of by Maxime’s brother, who is a designer Austrian designing firm Kiska, the folks who handle KTM’s designs.
Yamaha SR500 Flat Tracker Custom Motorcycle
Lots of fettling has been conducted internally on the engine. It features a 540cc unit that comes with an upgraded camshaft, a K&N filter, an improved oil cooler and a Mikuni TMR36 carburetor. It also receives a reverse cone megaphone exhaust muffler and a new header.
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New Yamaha Y16ZRYamaha has decided to expand the range of 155cc VVA motor powering YZF R15 to other models in the company’s lineup
Yamaha YZF R15’s powertrain and underpinnings are so robust and popular, that the Japanese manufacturer keeps on expanding this combination across its lineup. Recently, Yamaha introduced the updated Aerox 155 and NMax 155 based on the same powertrain as the entry-level faired sports bike.
Sadly, none of these extended members of the R15 family has ever reached the Indian shores. Now, the company has introduced a new R15-based moped named Y16ZR in Malaysia at a price of RM 10,888 (approximately INR 1.91 lakh). The same model was introduced as Yamaha Exciter in Vietnam in December 2020.
New Yamaha Y16ZR
Updated Mechanical Specs
First things first, this sport moped is powered by the same 155cc single-cylinder, liquid-cooled VVA motor featuring in YZF R15. Unlike its scooter siblings mentioned above, Y16ZR receives a slightly higher output of 17.5 bhp at 9,500 rpm and 14.4 Nm of peak torque at 8,000 rpm.
For reference, R15 receives an output of 18.3 bhp and 14.1 Nm of torque featuring the same engine. This unit is mated to a six-speed gearbox with a slipper and assist clutch. Take a look at the official TVC below, where the sport moped is taking on a race track at top speeds of over 120 kmph.
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In terms of dynamics, it is built on a new frame that has been reshaped to incorporate this new 155cc VVA motor. The architecture features a thicker 4.5mm engine mount with a new Y-Shaped reinforcement collar.
Yamaha claims that this new chassis has been optimised for improved cornering performance at high speeds. Its suspension setup consists of telescopic forks at front and a preload-adjustable mono-shock at rear. It rides on 17-inch wheels on both ends while stopping duties are handled by single disc brakes at both ends.
Features on offer
As far as features are concerned, it gets fairly loaded equipment that consists of full-LED lighting and a full LCD instrument console that displays critical information from the speedometer, tachometer, gear position indicator and more. The handlebar switchgear also comes with a passing light on the left and a kill switch on the right.
In addition to these, Y16ZR also gets features such as a 12-Volt DC charging socket, keyless operation with call back function and engine immobilizer, some of which are missing even in YZF R15. Fuel capacity has been increased from 4.2-litres in its previous iteration Y15ZR to 5.4-litres in the latest iteration. The sport moped tips the weighing scale at 119kg while saddle height has been pegged at 795mm.
Yamaha is offering the new Y16ZR in three colour options Arrow Blue, Raging Yellow and Phantom Grey. Also, the first 5,000 consumers of this new moped will receive a Royal Selangor Y16ZR key pouch which can be customised according to the owner’s name. It is highly unlikely to reach India’s shores anytime soon. More

Image – Youtube LookFebruary wasn’t that good for Yamaha, as both domestic sales and exports are in the red
In the domestic market, the Japanese manufacturer sold a total of 55,488 units in February 2021. YoY sales are down -4.73%, as compared to 58,245 units sold in February last year. In overseas markets, Yamaha exported a total of 20,688 units in February. This is -6.68% YoY de-growth, as compared to 22,168 units exported in February last year.
Yamaha FZ leads
One of the bestsellers in 150cc-200cc motorcycle segment, Yamaha FZ sales stood at 17,798 units in February 2021. YoY growth is at 29.23%, as compared to 13,772 units sold in February last year. FZ had 32.08% share in sales in February. Yamaha had recently introduced new updates for FZ FI and FZ-S FI, which include new colour options, Bluetooth based smartphone connectivity features, and side stand engine cut-off switch.
Yamaha Sales Feb 2021
Second bestseller for Yamaha in February is RayZR with sales of 13,812 units. YoY growth is 21.71%, as compared to 11,348 units sold in February last year. Share in overall sales is at 24.89%. 125cc RayZR is preferred for its aggressive profile, superior performance, and improved mileage.
Fascino takes the third place with 10,228 units sold in February 2021. YoY growth has more than halved, as compared to 25,709 units sold in February last year. Share in sales is at 18.43%. As may be recalled, Yamaha had recently hiked prices for both Fascino and RayZR in the range of Rs 2.5k to Rs 3k.

No
Yamaha Sales
Feb-21
Feb-20
%

1
FZ
17,798
13,772
29.23

2
RayZR
13,812
11,348
21.71

3
Fascino
10,228
25,709
-60.22

4
R15
7,474
4,996
49.60

5
MT15
6,176
1,892
226.43

6
Alpha
0
328
-100.00

7
Saluto
0
172
-100.00

8
R3
0
15
-100.00

9
FZ25
0
13
-100.00

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Total
55,488
58,245
-4.73

At fourth place is R15 with a total of 7,474 units sold in February 2021. R15 has registered strong YoY growth of 49.60%, as compared to 4,996 units sold in February last year. Percentage share in sales is at 13.47%. R15 is also one of the popular motorcycles in 150cc-200cc segment.
MT15 is at fifth spot with sales of 6,176 units in February. Sales have more than trebled, as compared to 1,892 units sold in February last year. MT15 share in sales is at 11.13%.
Yamaha exports breakup February 2021
Export numbers do not look encouraging, as eight out of eleven motorcycles have negative YoY growth. The top three most exported Yamaha two-wheelers are FZ, RayZR, and SZ. FZ leads with 9,560 units exported in February. YoY growth is at 16.25%, as compared to 8,224 units exported in February last year.
Yamaha Exports Feb 2021
RayZR exports are 2,860 units, which is negative YoY growth of -20.93%. RayZR exports in February last year stood at 3,617 units. SZ has posted positive numbers with 2,464 units in February 2021. Exports numbers have close to doubled, as compared to 1,264 units exported in February last year.
Other Yamaha two-wheelers in the list include Crux (1,682 units) at number four, followed by Saluto (1,476), Fascino (1,366), Saluto RX (522), R15 (350), MT15 (240), and Alpha (168). Among these, only Fascino has positive YoY growth. More