2023
Yamaha MT-15 - Specifications & Review
Article Complete Info
| Articleid | 311301 |
|---|---|
| Category | Naked bike |
| Make | Yamaha |
| Model | MT-15 |
| Year | 2023 |
Chassis, Suspension, Brakes & Wheels
| Frametype | Steel deltabox, aluminum swingarm |
|---|---|
| Frontbrakes | Single disc. ABS |
| Frontbrakesdiameter | 282 mm (11.1 inches) |
| Frontsuspension | Upside-down telescopic fork, 41 mm |
| Fronttyre | 100/80-17 |
| Frontwheeltravel | 130 mm (5.1 inches) |
| Rake | 25.0° |
| Rearbrakes | Single disc. ABS |
| Rearbrakesdiameter | 220 mm (8.7 inches) |
| Rearsuspension | Linked-Type Monocross |
| Reartyre | 140/70-17 |
| Rearwheeltravel | 114 mm (4.5 inches) |
| Trail | 89 mm (3.5 inches) |
Engine & Transmission
| Borexstroke | 58.0 x 58.7 mm (2.3 x 2.3 inches) |
|---|---|
| Clutch | Wet, multiple-disc coil spring assist and slipper clutch |
| Compression | 11.6:1 |
| Coolingsystem | Liquid |
| Displacement | 155.0 ccm (9.46 cubic inches) |
| Driveline | Constant mesh |
| Enginetype | Single cylinder, four-stroke |
| Fuelsystem | Injection |
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
| Ignition | CDI/Transistor |
| Lubricationsystem | Wet sump |
| Power | 19.0 HP (13.9 kW)) @ 10000 RPM |
| Torque | 14.7 Nm (1.5 kgf-m or 10.8 ft.lbs) @ 8500 RPM |
| Transmissiontypefinaldrive | Chain (final drive) |
| Valvespercylinder | 4 |
Other Specifications
| Coloroptions | Metallic Dark Gray, Metallic Blue |
|---|---|
| Comments | Sold in Asia. |
| Instruments | LCD instruments |
| Light | LED lights |
| Starter | Electric |
Physical Measures & Capacities
| Fuelcapacity | 10.40 litres (2.75 US gallons) |
|---|---|
| Groundclearance | 155 mm (6.1 inches) |
| Oilcapacity | 1.20 litres (1.27 US quarts) |
| Overallheight | 1065 mm (41.9 inches) |
| Overalllength | 1965 mm (77.4 inches) |
| Overallwidth | 800 mm (31.5 inches) |
| Seatheight | 810 mm (31.9 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Weightincloilgasetc | 133.0 kg (293.2 pounds) |
About Yamaha
Country of Origin:
Japan
Founder:
Nippon Gakki (Genichi Kawakami led motorcycle entry)
Best Known For:
R-series sportbikes, MT nakeds, YZ/WR off-road, Ténéré ADV
Company History
Yamaha blends engineering polish with musical-instrument attention to feel. From the RD two-strokes to modern crossplane R1s, its sportbikes emphasize chassis communication and reliability. Off-road, YZ/WR platforms define durability and race-fed development, while Ténéré ADV models offer long-legged, serviceable travel. Global dealer depth, parts commonality, and conservative updates make Yamahas easy to own and hard to break. The brand’s hallmark is balance: machines that work on Monday, thrill on Sunday, and keep their manners for decades.