Yamaha R15M World GP 60th Anniversary Edition Launched At Rs 1,88,300

Japanese motorcycle manufacturer Yamaha has launched the R15M World GP 60th Anniversary Edition in India. The Yamaha R15M World GP 60th Anniversary Edition is priced at Rs 1,88,300 (Ex-Showroom, Delhi).

Japanese motorcycle manufacturer Yamaha has launched the R15M World GP 60th Anniversary Edition in India. The Yamaha R15M World GP 60th Anniversary Edition is priced at Rs 1,88,300 (Ex-Showroom, Delhi).

Yamaha R15M World GP 60th Anniversary Edition Launched At Rs 1,88,300

So what makes this version of the R15 so special compared to other versions of the bike? The Yamaha R15M World GP 60th Anniversary Edition celebrates the company's association with the premier motorcycle road racing series since 1961.

The company claims that the new Anniversary Edition R15M stands as a reminder of Yamaha's first-ever Grand Prix race along with the company's commitment to take on challenges going forward. It also states that the special edition bike pays tribute to Yamaha's passion for racing and honours the challenging spirit of its riders over the past 60 years.

Yamaha R15M World GP 60th Anniversary Edition Launched At Rs 1,88,300

To make it stand out from its regular R15 siblings, Yamaha has given the Anniversary Edition R15M its own special white and red speed block livery. Also emblematic of this special edition version of the R15 are the gold-coloured alloy wheels, Yamaha factory race-bike gold 'Tuning Fork' emblems, black levers and special commemorative badging on the fuel tank.

Yamaha R15M World GP 60th Anniversary Edition Launched At Rs 1,88,300

However, everything else on the WGP 60th Anniversary edition of the R15 remains unchanged. The special edition R15M draws power from the same 155cc, 4-stroke, liquid-cooled, SOHC, 4-valve engine as the normal bike.

The engine produces 18.1bhp at 10,000rpm and 14.2Nm of peak torque at 7,500rpm. The variable valve actuated engine is paired to a 6-speed gearbox and the bike has been fitted as standard with a quick shifter for clutchless upshifts.

Yamaha R15M World GP 60th Anniversary Edition Launched At Rs 1,88,300

Other standard equipment on the R15M World GP 60th Anniversary Edition include traction control, upside-down front forks finished in a gold paint job, an R1 inspired LCD instrument display with readouts for the gear shift indicator and riding modes. Other standard features include an assist and slipper clutch, dual-channel ABS and a muffler with a 3-stage expansion chamber.

Yamaha R15M World GP 60th Anniversary Edition Launched At Rs 1,88,300

Speaking at the launch of the R15M World GP 60th Anniversary Edition, Eishin Chihana, Chairman, Yamaha Motor India Group of Companies said, "The YZF-R15M in the WGP 60th anniversary livery is more than just a reminder of our racing legacy, it's a milestone showcasing more than 500 World Grand Prix wins that Yamaha has achieved since 1961. It's a symbol of our unrivalled passion for racing, our belief in the power of the sport, and our commitment to support, safeguard and encourage the motorsports culture as a member of the Grand Prix paddock. We are extremely proud to share this milestone edition with Yamaha fans in India. Under the 'The Call of the Blue' strategy, we will continue to build excitement in the premium segment in India through such exclusive introductions in the future as well."

Yamaha R15M World GP 60th Anniversary Edition Launched At Rs 1,88,300

Thoughts On the Yamaha R15M WGP 60th Anniversary Edition

The Yamaha R15M WGP 60th Anniversary is a special edition version of Yamaha's pocket rocket that draws on its racing heritage. Buy it if you find yourself really wanting to associate with the Yamaha racing brand and its storied history.

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Article Published On: Monday, April 11, 2022, 19:52 [IST]
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