Saturday, July 18, 2026

Yamaha YZF-R15 V4 Vs R15M Vs MotoGP Edition: Differences Simplified

Yamaha has stunned everyone by launching the all-new YZF R15 version 4.0 entry-level sports motorcycle that comes with plenty of premium features that can even put the bikes above its class to shame. However, some of these features are restricted to its top-spec R15M variant. So, for your convenience, we have simplified all the variants of the Yamaha R15 V4.0 through a table: – 

2021 yamaha r15 v4

Yamaha YZF R15 V4.0 variants

Standard

R15M

MotoGP Edition

Styling

common across the lineup but the color options and graphics differ 

Colour Options & Prices

  • Metallic Red- Rs 1,67,800
  • Dark Knight- Rs 1,68,800
  • Racing Blue- Rs 1,72,800

Metallic Grey (R1M-inspired Grey and Blue paint scheme) – Rs 1,77,800

Sinister Black with MotoGP Edition graphics – Rs 1,79,800

(available in limited numbers)

Features

  • Bi-functional LED headlamp flanked by LED DRLs
  • Side-stand engine cut-off switch
  • Assist-&-slipper clutch
  • Full-digital instrument console with Yamaha's Y-Connect app
  • Two Riding modes (Street and Track)
  • Dual-channel ABS
  • Quickshifter (standard for Racing Blue, and optional for other color schemes)
  • Traction control 
  • Light-weight cast aluminium swingarm
  • Heatshield for the exhaust
  • Electric starter
  • Golden USD front forks

Over standard variant: – 

  • Carbon-like seat cover material 
  • R15M logo on the pillion seat
  • Blue color fork caps
  • Golden brake callipers
  • Grey colored swingarm & heat shield
  • Quickshifter and traction control (standard)

Similar to R15M except for the 'R15M' badge on the pillion seat

All three variants of Yamaha R15 V4.0 powered by the 155cc liquid-cooled VVA-equipped motor that churns out 18.4PS at 10,000rpm and 14.2Nm at 7500rpm. That's 0.25PS less than the R15 V3. It doesn't have any direct opponent in the Indian market. However, as per its pricing, the Bajaj Pulsar RS200 (Rs 1.62 lakh), KTM RC 125 (Rs 1.80 lakh) and Suzuki Gixxer SF 250 (Rs 1.83 – 1.84 lakh) could be seen as its close competitors in the entry-level sports bike segment. 

*All prices, ex-showroom Delhi.

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