Yamaha has refreshed its popular entry-level supersport, the R15, for 2025 in India. The brand’s flagship 155 cc offering continues to lead its class with sharp styling, advanced features, and a race-inspired character. For the new model year, Yamaha has kept the core mechanicals intact but added fresh colours and graphics to keep the motorcycle appealing to younger riders.
Design and Styling
The 2025 Yamaha R15 range is now available with a new set of colour schemes and graphic treatments, giving it a more dynamic look. These new themes are part of Yamaha’s “The Call of the Blue” campaign, aimed at boosting its sporty portfolio. While the overall design remains aggressive with its aerodynamic fairing, LED lighting, and sculpted fuel tank, the updated paintwork adds a sense of freshness without altering the motorcycle’s proven design language.
Engine and Performance
Underneath the new paint lies the same 155 cc, single-cylinder, liquid-cooled engine producing around 18.4 PS and 14.2 Nm of torque. It continues to be paired with a 6-speed gearbox equipped with an assist and slipper clutch for smoother gear shifts and reduced rider fatigue. The R15 still benefits from Yamaha’s VVA (Variable Valve Actuation) technology, ensuring a balance between low-end rideability and top-end performance.
Features and Equipment
The R15 series retains its comprehensive feature list:
- Dual-channel ABS for improved braking confidence.
- Traction control system for enhanced safety in tricky conditions.
- Quick shifter (available on the higher-spec R15M) for clutchless upshifts.
- Fully digital LCD instrument cluster with Bluetooth connectivity on select variants.
Suspension duties are handled by upside-down front forks and a linked-type monoshock at the rear, while braking comes from front and rear disc brakes.
Price and Variants
Yamaha has priced the updated 2025 R15 range starting at ₹1.67 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi). Prices vary depending on the variant and colour options chosen, with the top-end R15M commanding a premium thanks to its added features and styling elements.
Verdict
While the 2025 Yamaha R15 range does not bring any mechanical revisions, the refreshed paint schemes and graphics ensure that it stays relevant in the fiercely competitive 150–160 cc sportbike segment. With its combination of sharp design, premium features, and race-bred DNA, the R15 continues to be one of the most aspirational motorcycles for enthusiasts stepping into the world of sport riding.