The Yamaha R15 has always been a very popular sports motorcycle in the Nepalese market. The third-generation R15 V3 was launched in Nepal back in 2018 which became an instant hit. Now, the company is about to introduce the new fourth-generation R15 V4 in Nepal. The Japanese manufacturer has updated the design of the R15 V4 and added a lot of new features to it. So, what’s exactly new in the 2021 Yamaha R15 V4 over the old Yamaha R15 V3? 

Here is a quick comparison between the Yamaha YZF R15 V4.0 and Yamaha R15 V3.0. This comparison has been carried out based on price, engine specifications, mileage, and features, as well as this comparison between these bikes, have been carried out to help users make correct buying decision between Yamaha YZF R15 V3 and Yamaha YZF R15 V4. The Yamaha R15 V3.0 in Nepal is priced at NRs. 4.90 lakhs. The price of R15 V4.0 is yet to be revealed but the bike will cost depending on the color option.

Yamaha YZF R15 V4.0 Vs Yamaha R15 V3.0 comparison:

Engine:

Summary	Yamaha YZF R15 V4.0	Yamaha YZF R15 V3.0
Engine	155.0 cc	155.0 cc
No Of Cylinder	1	1
Max Power	19 bhp @ 10000 rpm	18.3 bhp @ 10000 rpm
Max Torque	14.2 Nm @ 7500 rpm	14.1 Nm @ 8500 rpm
Valves Per Cylinder	4	4
Fuel Delivery	Fuel Injection	Fuel
Cooling System	Liquid Cooled	Liquid Cooled
Starting Mechanism	Self Start	Self Start
Emission Standard	BS VI	BS VI

Transmission:

Summary	Yamaha YZF R15 V4.0	Yamaha YZF R15 V3.0
No. Of Gears	6	6
Clutch	Wet Multi-disc	Wet Multi-disc

Fuel and Consumption:

Summary	Yamaha YZF R15 V4.0	Yamaha YZF R15 V3.0
Fuel Tank Capacity	11.0 L	11.0 L
Reserve Fuel Capacity	3.2 L	N/A
Mileage	45.00 Km/l	30.00 Km/l

Dimension and Weight:

Summary	Yamaha YZF R15 V4.0	Yamaha YZF R15 V3.0
Kerb Weight	142 Kg	142 Kg
Length	1990 mm	1990 mm
Width	725 mm	725 mm
Height	1135 mm	1135 mm
Wheelbase	1325 mm	1325 mm
Ground Clearance	170 mm	170 mm
Seat Height	815 mm	815 mm

Chassis and Suspension:

Summary	Yamaha YZF R15 V4.0	Yamaha YZF R15 V3.0
Chassis Type	Delta Box	Delta Box
Front Suspension	Telescopic Upside Down Fork (USD Fork)	Telescopic Fork Up
Rear Suspension	Linked-Type Monocross Suspension	Monocross (link Suspension)

Braking:

Summary	Yamaha YZF R15 V4.0	Yamaha YZF R15 V3.0
Front Brake Type	Disc	Hydraulic Single Disc
Rear Brake Type	Disc	Hydraulic Single Disc
Front Disc/Drum Size	282 mm	282 mm
Rear Disc/Drum Size	220 mm	220 mm

Wheels and Tyres:

Summary	Yamaha YZF R15 V4.0	Yamaha YZF R15 V3.0
Wheels Size	17 Inches	17 Inches
Wheel Type	Alloy Wheels	Alloy Wheels
Front Tyre	100/80-17M/C 52P - Tubeless	100/80-17M/C 52P - Tubeless
Rear Tyre	140/70R17M/C 66H - Radial Tubeless	140/70R17M/C 66H - Radial Tubeless

Electricals:

Summary	Yamaha YZF R15 V4.0	Yamaha YZF R15 V3.0
Battery	12V, 4.0Ah	12V, 4.0 Ah(10 Hr)
Headlight	35/35 W With 2 Pilot Lamps	12V 35/35W
Tail Light	LED	LED

Standard Features:

Summary	Yamaha YZF R15 V4.0	Yamaha YZF R15 V3.0
Speedometer	Digital	Digital
Tachometer	Digital	Digital
Gear Indicator	Yes	Yes
Fuel Warning Indicator	Yes	Yes
Fuel Gauge	Yes	Yes
Low Oil Indicator	Yes	Yes
Low Battery Indicator	Yes	Yes
Pillion Seat	Yes	Yes
Pillion Grabrail	Yes	Yes
Engine Kill Switch	Yes	Yes
Clock	Yes	Yes
Tripmeter Type	Digital	Digital
Tripmeter Count	Yes	Yes
Pass Light	Yes	Yes
Gear-Shift Timing Light	No	Yes
LCD Instrument Cluster	No	Yes
Riding Mode	Yes	No
Traction Control System	Yes	No
Variable Valves Actuation (VVA)	Yes	No
Assist & Slipper Clutch	Yes	No
Y-Connect (Smartphone Bluetooth Connectivity)	Yes	No

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