Yamaha MT-15 2024: The Yamaha MT-15 has long been a favorite among motorcycle enthusiasts for its aggressive styling, thrilling performance, and a dynamic riding experience.
2024 edition of the MT-15 brings a host of updates that make it even more attractive to riders looking for a high-performance, edgy streetfighter. With its bold new design, improved technology, and enhanced engine performance, the Yamaha MT-15 2024 is ready to rule the streets once again.
Bold Design: Aggression in Every Curve
Yamaha’s MT series is synonymous with striking, muscular design, and the MT-15 2024 takes this tradition to the next level. The bike features a newly designed LED projector headlamp with twin DRLs that give it an even more menacing look.
The sharp lines of the tank, alongside the triangular design elements, give the bike a futuristic, aggressive aesthetic that’s unmistakable on the road. The addition of carbon-fiber-like accents on the bodywork makes it look even more premium.
The side profile of the MT-15 is equally impressive, with a compact, minimalistic design that emphasizes its streetfighter DNA. The new 17-litre fuel tank with sculpted contours and the raised tail section add to the bike’s aggressive stance.
The bike’s new aluminum swingarm gives it a more sophisticated look, while also contributing to the reduction in overall weight. The addition of new alloy wheels and a rider-focused seat completes the bike’s muscular and lightweight street appeal.
Available in a selection of bold colors like Metallic Black, Dark Matte Blue, and Vintage Green, the 2024 MT-15 lets riders choose a finish that best suits their personality.
Performance: Thrilling Power with Precision Handling
At the heart of the Yamaha MT-15 2024 lies a 155cc single-cylinder engine that has been fine-tuned to offer a perfect balance of power and efficiency.
The liquid-cooled engine produces 18.4 bhp and 14.1 Nm of torque, delivering a punchy performance that’s ideal for city commuting as well as occasional highway sprints. The engine is paired with a 6-speed gearbox, ensuring smooth, precise gear shifts for an engaging ride.
One of the biggest upgrades in the 2024 MT-15 is its improved low-end torque, which makes it even more responsive in stop-and-go traffic while offering stronger acceleration out of corners.
Yamaha has also optimized the fuel mapping, ensuring that the MT-15 delivers better fuel efficiency while maintaining the performance expected of a naked streetbike.
The MT-15 is built for agility and precision handling. The bike is fitted with upside-down (USD) forks at the front, offering better rigidity and better control, especially during aggressive riding.
The monoshock rear suspension is tuned for urban roads, delivering a comfortable yet firm ride. Together, these improvements ensure that the MT-15 is one of the best handling motorcycles in its segment, whether you’re darting through traffic or carving corners on twisty roads.
Technology and Features: Rider-Centric Innovations
Yamaha has equipped the 2024 MT-15 with cutting-edge technology designed to enhance the riding experience. The bike now features a full-TFT display that offers a clearer, more vibrant view of important ride information like speed, tachometer readings, fuel consumption, and gear position.
The display also integrates with the Yamaha Y-Connect smartphone app, which provides real-time data like maintenance alerts, phone call and message notifications, and riding statistics, making it easier to keep tabs on your bike’s health and your riding patterns.
Another key feature of the MT-15 2024 is its assist and slipper clutch, which makes shifting smoother and helps reduce rear-wheel hop during aggressive downshifting, particularly useful for performance riding or during high-speed cornering. The bike also features LED lighting throughout, including the new LED tail lamp that complements the aggressive front design and improves visibility at night.
Safety: Built for Confidence on Every Ride
Yamaha has taken safety seriously with the MT-15 2024, and it comes equipped with a range of safety features to boost rider confidence. The bike comes with dual-channel ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), ensuring safe and controlled braking, especially in emergency situations or on slippery surfaces.
The riding modes have been tuned to ensure the bike performs optimally in different riding conditions, offering a more responsive and balanced feel whether you’re riding in the city or on the highway.
Additionally, the MT-15 now features improved ergonomics, with a slightly more upright riding posture that allows for a more comfortable long-distance ride, without compromising on the bike’s aggressive, streetfighter stance.
Pricing and Variants: Accessible Thrill
Yamaha has managed to keep the MT-15 affordable, while offering premium features that make it a standout in the segment. With a starting price of ₹1.90 lakh (ex-showroom), the MT-15 2024 is positioned to attract riders looking for a performance-oriented, stylish motorcycle without breaking the bank.
The MT-15 continues to be available in multiple variants, with standard and ABS-equipped models. The pricing for the ABS variant starts at ₹2.05 lakh (ex-showroom), making it an attractive proposition for riders who want added safety features while enjoying the thrilling ride experience