Yamaha XSR155

Last Updated On 22nd Nov’23 : The launch of the XSR 155 in India remains uncertain, as Yamaha currently has no immediate plans to introduce the model in the Indian market. The company is currently prioritizing its MT-03 and some more bikes in the premium 150cc segment. While there is interest and inquiries about the XSR 155's potential availability in India, Yamaha's focus for now remains on its existing lineup.

Design And Features

The design of the Yamaha XSR155 remains one of the most attractive and unique globally. The retro theme styling has been well mixed with modern hardware. The retro looks of the Yamaha XSR155 are inspired by modern retro bikes. The Yamaha XSR155 is a cool mixture between the latest technology, performance, and retro elements. Yamaha has equipped the Yamaha XSR155 with a round LED headlight and round LED taillight with LED turn indicators as well. The seat is a single piece and offers good cushioning to the rider. On the feature front, the Yamaha XSR155 offers a digital instrument panel with Bluetooth connectivity and dual-channel ABS as well.

Engine And Specifications

The Yamaha XSR155 comes with the same engine as offered on the Yamaha R15 V4 sports bike. Although, the engine tuning is done differently and the gear ratios are also altered to make the motorcycle more responsive on the low-end torque rev-band. It is a 155cc, single-cylinder, liquid-cooled engine. The peak power produced is around 18 hp. It comes mated with a 6-speed gearbox. This gearbox is further assisted with a slipper-assist clutch function to make the gear shifts at the redline seamless. The suspension at the front is an upside-down fork setup while the rear end uses a single monoshock suspension for enhanced balance. This engine is well known for its amazing redline performance as well as fuel economy. 

Price And Launch

The Yamaha fans in India have been eagerly waiting for the launch of the Yamaha XSR155. Yamaha has cleared its intentions of bringing this iconic naked motorcycle to India soon. However, there is still no official information about its exact launch date in India. The scrambler design of the Yamaha XSR155 will surely be loved by Indian customers. We anticipate that the expected launch might take place sometime around later this festive season. This translates that the Yamaha XSR155 can make it to the official launch around August/September 2022. The expected price tag for the Yamaha XSR155 will hover around Rs 1.5 lakh ex-showroom onwards. The rivals will face strong competition with the launch of the Yamaha XSR155 in the Indian market.