Yamaha YZF-R15 Version 3.0 Coming Soon

Since the inception of YZF-R15 in India, iy has been a hit with almost everyone. Some want to own it, while others are pleased praising it. Now, however, Yamaha will be giving Indians a third upgrade to their loved R15, it is codenamed Version 3.0

Before Yamaha could launch the YZF-R15 in 2008, the Japanese motorcycle manufacturer wasn't doing well in sales. The pocket sports bike, however, change their playfield altogeter.

The first gen or Version 1.0 of YZF-R15 was accepted by most enthusiasts, however, skeptics didn't like the skinny rear tyre. Most believed it didn't look like a sports bike from the rear section.

The Version 2.0 from Yamaha was a visual pleaser, when launched in 2011. It still attracts people due to its big bike like looks. Many rider's loved this bike, however, complained it lacked power, which we don't agree too.

So in an attempt to please its customer Yamaha will be upgrading their bike once again. The Version 3.0 will be coming to showrooms by this year's end.

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The YZF-R15 Version 3.0 will get a facelift and engine remapping, however, it won't be as dramatic like Version 1.0 to Version 2.0. The 2014 bike will get a new design, however, attention will be paid mostly to the engine.

The Version 3.0 will get an all new ECU, which will be programmed for a smoother as well as better torque. It will gain an additional 2 PS of power and 1 Nm of torque over Version 2.0.

The new model will come by the end of 2014. It will adorn new paint scheme and decals, the black and gold special edition showcased at the recent auto expo in Delhi, is the livery chosen for the Version 3.0.

Since it being a new bike, however, not from ground up Yamaha won't increase the price to a great extent. There will be a hike in price for sure though.

Let us know in the comments below will you wait for the Version 3.0 or their R25?