We Say: The Latest Iteration Of The R15 Is Pegged To Be The Best Yet. Can It Bring Back The Magic?
How excited are we about the R15 v3.0? Very, very excited. Given the anticipation with which the entire motorcycling community has been waiting for this, the shoes are going to be large to fill. It’s safe to say the R15 v3.0 has had some very high expectations to fulfil ever since it was first unveiled at the Auto Expo in February. The question really was whether it would be able to deliver on everything it had promised. After having ridden the motorcycle at its intended home – the racetrack – we can tell you that it’s an upgrade in every sense of the word.
Everything on the v3.0 is new. We think it’s one of the most beautiful motorcycles south of 200cc. The new design is inspired by the bigger R-series motorcycles and in keeping with that theme, is super futuristic. There is a new LED headlight cluster, a massive intake on the nose, some shark fins on the tank, an R-series tail-light and an overall silhouette that no longer looks disproportionate. As far as styling goes, Yamaha has hit the nail right on the head and driven it all the way in. Where it does fall short is in fit and finish, surprising for Yamaha. The panel gaps are inconsistent and the welds are a bit untidy. Some cast bits aren’t well finished either.
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