2025 Yamaha MT‑15 Version 2.0 – One of India’s favorite 150cc streetfighter gets a smart upgrade Alongside a Bluetooth-enabled TFT display, new colour options and several performance-ready features while maintaining the agility and aggressive stylings of the current crop.
Design & Colour Updates
Final Words This Yamaha YZF R125 has been scheduled to release in September 2022 and the 2025 version is designed following their “Dark Side of Japan” design language, which includes sharp LED face, chiselled tank, compact tail segment and finally light with just around 141kg. The Standard version Metallic Silver Cyan, the DLX will get Ice Storm and Vivid Violet Metallic colours that make the bike look sporty in an urban way.
Engine & Performance
The engine is the same 155cc liquid-cooled, 4-valve unit with VVA (Variable Valve Actuation), tuned for 18.4 PS at 10,000 rpm and 14.1 Nm at 7,500 rpm. The 6-speed gearbox with assist and slipper clutch ensures a much smoother shift-ability while giving some sports fun. It offers a top speed of around 130 km/h, with a real-world fuel efficiency which varies between 45-50 km/l making it a perfect buy combination for both this who want to use it during city commutes and those looking forward to spirited rides as well.
Tech & Connectivity
Even though there are only a few minor changes made to the fascias of both variants, it now comes with a 4.2-inch full-colour TFT screen (optional in the DLX variant) on which you can connect your smartphone through Bluetooth and get just about all sorts of information- turn-by-turn navigation, SMS and call alerts, fuel usage reports, and even rider ranking system provided by Yamaha’s Y-Connect app. The Standard version still uses the previous LCD but does include new colors.
Safety & Handling
MT‑15 features Dual channel ABS as well as Traction Control System (TCS) option for multiple colours in DLX variant and that makes it one of the safest offering in 150cc segment. It employs USD forks up front and a linked mono-shock rear suspension giving it nimble characteristics and impressive feedback in city traffic and twisties.
Pricing & Variants
Two variants of MT-15 2025,
- Standard – ₹1.69 lakh (ex-showroom)
- DLX – ₹1.80 lakh (ex-showroom)
DLX further adds with TFT display, hazard lamps, TCS and more colour options.
Final Verdict
Alternatively, If you are already a fan of the street-style aggression with smart features, Yamaha MT‑15 Version 2.0 (2025) is the perfect upgrade for such riders. And for the most part, it’s got absolutely fantastic ride quality, even more features than before and of course, then there’s those spiced up looks that make it one of our top choices in the now very hot premium 150cc streetfighter category. Targeted at urban youth cyclists, college-goes and enthusiasts looking for performance with style.
