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The R-Series Pedigree: YZF-R15 Model Evolution

A record of all major model changes to the YZF-R15

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  • Liquid-cooled SOHC 4-valve single-cylinder engine
  • Forged piston and DiASil Cylinder
  • Roller rocker arm and offset cylinder design
  • Single-axis balancer
  • Deltabox frame
  • ECU map revised for improved acceleration and high-speed performance
  • Long aluminum swingarm
  • Separate seats
  • Mudguard and sari guard linked to the swingarm
  • Rear radial tire
  • 5-spoke-styled cast wheels
  • Newly designed middle fairing (improved aerodynamics)
  • LED taillight to emphasize the styling
  • Stronger styling links to the YZR-M1 and incorporating DNA from the latest YZF-R1/R6 models
  • 155cc engine with Variable Valve Actuation (VVA)
  • Bigger intake and exhaust valves
  • Smaller crankpin design (26 mm)
  • Assist & Slipper clutch and 6-speed transmission
  • Aluminum Deltabox frame with greater rigidity
  • R1-styled cast aluminum upper triple clamp (handlebar crown)
  • Clip-on handlebars
  • New fairing with excellent aerodynamic characteristics
  • Traction control system, quickshifter, and full LCD instruments with selectable display modes (all available on deluxe models only)
  • Bifunctional LED headlight
  • Y-Connect app compatibility

Overall length

1995mm

1970 mm

1990mm

Overall width

670mm

725mm

Overall height

1070mm

1135mm

Seat height

790mm

800mm

815mm

Wheelbase

1290mm

1345mm

1325mm

Wet(with oil and a full fuel tank)

131kg

136kg

137kg

140kg

Engine type

Liquid cooled,4-stroke,SOHC,4-valve

Cylinder arrangement

Single cylinder

Displacement

149.8 cm³

150cm³

155cm³

Bore & stroke

57 × 58.7 mm

58.0 × 58.7mm

Compression ratio

10.4:1

11.6:1

Maximum horse power

11.1kw/8500rpm

12.2kw(16.6PS)/8500r/min

14.2kW(19.3PS)/10000r/min

Maximum torque

13.4Nm/7500rpm

14.6N・m(1.5kgf・m)/7500r/min

14.7N・m(1.5kgf・m)/8500r/min

Lubrication system

Wet sump

Force-feed lubrication,wet sump

Wet sump

Engine oil capacity

1.15L

-

1.05L/1.10usqt/0.92Imp.qt

Fuel tank capacity

12L

11L / 2.9usgal / 2.4Imp.gal

Frame type

Diamond

Caster angle

26°

25°30′

Trail

100mm

98mm

88mm

Steering Angle

-

-

Left:33°, Right:33°

Tire size(Front)

80/90-17 M/C 44P

90/80-17M/C 46P Tubeless

100/80-17M/C 52P Tubeless

Tire size(Rear)

100/80-17 M/C 52P

130/70-R17M/C 62P Tubeless

140/70-17M/C 66S Tubeless

Rim size(Front)

-

-

17M/C x MT2.5

Rim size(Rear)

-

-

17M/C x MT4.0

Brake type(Front)

Disk

Hydraulic disc brake

Hydraulic single disc brake

Brake type(Rear)

Disk

Hydraulic disc brake

Hydraulic single disc brake

Diameter of brake disk(Front)

-

267mm

282mm

Diameter of brake disk(Rear)

-

220mm

220mm

Inside diameter of drum / Effective diameter of disc(Front)

267mm

242mm

257mm

Inside diameter of drum / Effective diameter of disc(Rear)

203mm

185mm

191mm

Suspension type(Front)

Telescopic fork

Suspension type(Rear)

Swing arm (link suspension)

Shock absorber assembly type(Front)

Coil Spring + Oil Damper

Coil spring/Hydraulic damper

Shock absorber assembly type(Rear)

Coil Spring + Oil Damper

Coil spring/Hydraulic damper

Wheel travel(Front)

130mm

Wheel travel(Rear)

105mm

97mm

Inner tube diameter of front fork

-

33mm

37.0mm

Headlight bulb type

HS1

Halogen bulb

LED

Headlight

Lo beam35/35Wx1,Hi beam35/35Wx2

Lo beam12V/35W X1, Hi beam12V/35W X2

LED

Auxiliary light

5W x 2

12V,5W X2

LED

Brake/tail light

21/5W x 1

12V, 21W/5W × 1

LED

Turn signal light(Front)

10W

12V, 10W X2

Turn signal light(Rear)

10W

12V, 10W X2

Speedometer

LCD Digtal

Digital

スワイプ

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