Yamaha MT-15 vs Yamaha YZF-R15M
Price, estimated monthly instalment and specifications of the Yamaha MT-15 and the Yamaha YZF-R15M as sold in the Philippines, using each model's lowest-priced variant.
Source: Yamaha Motor Philippines, Inc. and Yamaha Motor Philippines, Inc. Last verified .
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Yamaha MT-15
Standard variant
- SRP
- ₱180,000
- Est. monthly
- ₱7,500
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Yamaha YZF-R15M
Standard variant
- SRP
- ₱204,000
- Est. monthly
- ₱8,500
How they differ
- The Yamaha MT-15 is the less expensive of the two: it starts at ₱180,000, which is ₱24,000 (12%) below the Yamaha YZF-R15M at ₱204,000.
- On installment at our default terms, the MT-15 is estimated at ₱7,500 a month against ₱8,500 for the YZF-R15M, a difference of ₱1,000 a month.
- The YZF-R15M is the heavier bike (140 kg against 133 kg for the MT-15).
- The YZF-R15M carries more fuel (11 L against 10 L for the MT-15).
Specifications side by side
| Specification | Yamaha MT-15Standard, ₱180,000 | Yamaha YZF-R15MStandard, ₱204,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and performance | ||
| Engine | Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, SOHC, 4-valve, single cylinder | Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, SOHC, 4-valve, single cylinder |
| Displacement | 155 cc | 155 cc |
| Max power | 19.3 PS | 19.3 PS |
| Power peak | 10,000 rpm | 10,000 rpm |
| Max torque | 14.7 Nm | 14.7 Nm |
| Torque peak | 8500 rpm | 8500 rpm |
| Fuel system | Fuel injection | Fuel injection |
| Cooling | Liquid-cooled | Liquid-cooled |
| Starter | Electric starter | Electric starter |
| Transmission | ||
| Transmission | Constant mesh, 6-speed | Constant mesh, 6-speed |
| Dimensions and weight | ||
| Length (differs) | 1965 mm | 1990 mm |
| Width (differs) | 800 mm | 725 mm |
| Height (differs) | 1065 mm | 1135 mm |
| Wheelbase (differs) | 1335 mm | 1325 mm |
| Seat height (differs) | 810 mm | 815 mm |
| Ground clearance (differs) | 155 mm | 170 mm |
| Curb weight (differs) | 133 kg | 140 kg |
| Capacity | ||
| Fuel tank (differs) | 10 L | 11 L |
| Chassis and brakes | ||
| Front suspension (differs) | Upside down telescopic fork (USD) | Telescopic fork (37.0mm USD) |
| Rear suspension (differs) | Swingarm (link-type monocross) | Swingarm (link suspension) |
| Front brake (differs) | Hydraulic single disc brake | Hydraulic single disc brake (282mm) |
| Rear brake (differs) | Hydraulic single disc brake | Hydraulic single disc brake (220mm) |
| Front tyre (differs) | 110/70-17 M/C 54S Tubeless | 100/80-17M/C 52P Tubeless |
| Rear tyre (differs) | 140/70-17 M/C 66S Tubeless | 140/70-17M/C 66S Tubeless |
| Frame (differs) | Deltabox | Diamond |
| Safety | ||
| ABS (differs) | n/a | Dual-channel ABS |
| Traction control (differs) | n/a | Traction Control System |
| Features | ||
| Smartphone connectivity (differs) | n/a | Y-Connect |
| Instrument panel (differs) | Digital (inverted LCD) | Digital |
| Headlight (differs) | Mono Focus LED | LED |
| Other features (differs) | Assist and slipper clutch, Variable Valve Actuation (VVA) | Assist and slipper clutch, Quick shifter |
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Prices are the distributor's suggested retail prices as of the verified date and may differ at dealers. Registration, insurance and other fees are not included unless stated.