The Yamaha MT-15 2025 has been brought to life as the next generation of one of India’s best-selling 150cc naked sports machines. Sporting an aggressive streetfighter attire, enhanced performance and some high-tech features, the new MT-15 should be able to carry forward the legacy of the brand in the premium commuter and enthusiast category.
Bold, Aggressive Design
The MT-15 has always had an edgy design and the 2025 version takes it up a notch. The new version brings refreshed colors, a chunkier stance and edgier tank extensions. This is complemented with the signature LED projector headlamp along with aggressive DRLs which gives it a dominating look in the day and at night.
New design of alloy wheel and rear LED tail light, with compact graphic are the design elements that highlight the baby Ape’s fierce new stance, perfect for cutting through traffic and busy thoroughfares.
Refined and Powerful Engine
Powering the 2025 Yamaha MT-15 is the same 155cc, single-cylinder, liquid-cooled, 4-stroke engine with Variable Valve Actuation (VVA) that does duty on the current-gen model. Power is 18.4 PS at 10,000 RPM and torque is 14.1 Nm at 7,500 RPM with this unit. The engine is mated to a 6-speed transmission with an assist and slipper clutch that provides low-stress operation during long rides.
What sets this motor apart is the fact that it can deliver a mix of low-end torque for city riding as well as top-end performance for highway cruising. Be it your daily run to the office or your weekend long tour, the MT-15 has power delivered smoothly across the range and performance just when you need it.
Advanced Technology and Features
But the 2025 MT-15 is more than just punch and style—it delivers a host of intelligent features:
- Digital LCD Instrument Cluster: Part-digital console of gear position, RPM, trip meter and mileage spam display.
- Bluetooth (Y-Connect): Enables call and message notifications, as well as last parking location and other vehicle-related data to be accessed by smartphone.
- Traction Control System: Not available on most vehicles in its class, providing even more control in low-grip situations.
- LED Lighting Arrangement: Full-LED headlamp, tail lamp and turn signals for clear vision and contemporary looks.
The addition of these features certainly catapults the ride experience and makes the MT-15 seem more premium.
Suspension and Handling
The handling dynamics of the Yamaha MT-15 is definitely one of its strongest suits. Deltabox frame employed by the bike provides rigidity to this bike. For suspension, 2025 offers USD (Upside Down) forks at front and monoshock at rear which passes road undulations comfortably and gives good stability even on corners.
Weighing in at only 141 kg, MT-15 is exceptionally light allowing you to experience the pure enjoyment of performance riding in the city or on the narrow lanes on weekends.
Braking and Safety
Braking is via 282mm front and 220mmrear disc. The 2025 version persists with Single Channel ABS but they do provide good bite and control. A few purists may pine for dual-channel ABS (especially considering this bike’s performance), but the present setup gets the job done with repeated consistency.
There is also traction control system and side-stand engine cut-off to enhance safety for the riders.
Mileage and Real-World Usability
Despite its performance-oriented set-up, the Yamaha MT-15 is rather frugal. The real-world mileage that riders can expect is 45-50 km/l in the city and we believe that it will be a little more on highways. Its 10 liter fuel-tank also makes it an economical ride especially on long distances without the need of refueling constantly.
Price and Variants
The Yamaha MT-15 2025 will cost between ₹1.70 lakh and ₹1.79 lakh (ex-showroom) depending on variant and colour option. It takes on the likes of the TVS Apache RTR 160 4V, the Bajaj Pulsar NS160 and the KTM 125 Duke but has an edge for the features it brings to the fore and a refined engine.
Final Verdict
The Yamaha MT-15 2025 comes across as a strong proposition for those in the looking of a fashionable, powerful and feature packed machine in the 150cc segment. Featuring a daring design, tech-loaded instrument cluster, superb mileage and an exceptional ride quality, the trendsetter is definitely an eye-catcher for young riders as it offers the perfect combination of style and technology.
And if you want a bike with a good mix of performance, practicality, and flower-power looks, then there isn’t much in the segment that can beat the MT-15 2025.
