Yamaha R15 V4 - The Fastest On the Road

The sports bike category has seen some amazing bike models that have been produced throughout these years. Many companies have forayed into the Indian territory, but none seem to have made an impact like Yamaha.

Besides, the company has also cemented its place in the Moto GP championship for several consecutive years, showcasing that they are the company to beat. Yamaha made its entry into Indian soil in the 1980s.

They were a new company, and some wondered if they could make a mark. They have proved everybody wrong, time & time again, by producing stupendous bike models like the R15 V4. In this article, we will be reading about one of the most powerful bikes on the Indian road, the Yamaha R15 V4.

History about the company

Currently, they are known as Mitsui & Co. Ltd in India. Interestingly, their first bike model was produced in 1955. It was a 125 cc, two-stroke, motorized product. They gave it the name, the YA-1.

Slowly, the company managed to produce bike models that were popular, even in America. However, the Indian market was a late one. They came down only in the 1980s. During that time, India did not have too many motorbikes.

There were a handful of bikes, and some were imported as well. However, not everyone had the luxury of driving a two-wheeler, until the Yamaha RX-100 was released on the Indian roads. You could say that college-going students dreamt about it at night, and were constantly haunted by the thought of owning one.

Besides, you could find middle-aged married Indian men feeling proud zipping around with the RX-100. This bike changed the two-wheeler scenario in India. You could hear the bike for quite a distance, thanks to its audible, but sweet sound.

Unique features of the R15 V4

Just like the RX-100, the Yamaha R15 V4 specification is amazing as well. Only in this case, it is much more powerful, because it comes infused with a much larger engine, and several technological features as well.

Y-connect app

An interesting feature about the latest Yamaha bike & scooter models is that it comes with the connect app. You can use this app to make calls and attend them. However, we would suggest that you only attend calls, when you are riding slowly on the side of the road. You basically are alerted about all the calls, messages, emails, and so on.

Sublime body design

The body design of the bike is one of the best. It looks terrific from all the angles that you can view the bike. This helps it to move around in the traffic, and you can zip on the highway. You can touch high speeds without feeling any loss of power.

Class D bi-functional headlight unit

Any sports bike needs to have the right kind of a headlight unit. In this case, the bike model's headlight is stupendous. The low & the high beam is powerful. There is the brightness level that is sublime as well. You can easily view the road at night, without any problems.

Side-stand engine cut-off

When you place your bike on the side stand, it automatically cuts off the engine. Besides, when your side-stand is still engaged, then it will not start though you press the start button. A small, but useful feature because the company cares for the rider’s safety. You do not want to drive around at high speeds with your sidestand engaged.

Dual channel ABS

The dual-channel ABS is a must for any sports bike to enable you to engage the brakes when you are travelling at high speeds. You can feel the thrill of the car along with some superior control as well. Besides, it comes with a huge front and rear disc brakes, that are fitted with an anti-lock system. If you have a lock-up, then the bike will not become out of control at high speed.

Conclusion

With amazing features like the Y-connect app, aerodynamic body design, class D bi-functional headlight unit, and others, it is a stunning bike that you would want to drive around your neighbourhood, making heads turn in your direction.

Additionally, the bike comes with a massive 17-inch alloy wheels and has a stunning weight of more than 140 kgs that will keep you from losing balance. You will also be delighted to know that the bike comes with the traction control and an optional quick-shifter.

Why not take a test drive today to find out more about the bike at the nearest Yamaha showroom?