Yamaha release restyled YZF-R15

NEW features include:

- Wider front and rear tyres. The rear is now a radial tyre and full sized 17 in 130/70 - for better performance on street and track
- LED tail lights reflect R-series look
- Distinctive R-series look features low frontal area and R6 look tail now with a storage compartment and NEW twin seat
- Cast aluminum long rear arm improves handling in the turns. Swingarm has a truss structure that enables greater rigidity. This rear arm is a one piece gravity cast unit - a process that allows high quality with great freedom in sectional thickness.
- Link-type rear suspension operates more efficiently and delivers more responsive handling qualities. The lever proportion changes according to the change of the suspension stroke.
- New design 5 spoke cast wheels
- New exhaust silencer
- Dual horns
- Larger 220mm rear brake disc


The R15's liquid cooled, fuel injected 150cc four-stroke single-cylinder engine has been transformed by a restyle to move it closer to its 'R' series family. A revised ECU on the 2013 model offers improved drive and fuel economy with lower emissions.

State-of-the-art engine technology includes a forged aluminium piston running in an all-aluminium DiASil cylinder which offers the benefits of light weight, great heat dissipation, less oil consumption and high levels of wear resistance.

The Deltabox chassis boasts linked monocross suspension.

With the ability to cruise at 120kmh plus and return an average fuel consumption of around 45kms per litre, the R15 blends performance, reliability and low running costs.

The 2013 YZF-R15 comes in three colours - Racing Red, Yamaha Blue and Midnight Black. The new model is priced at $4299 RRP inc GST.

To make room for the new models, runout versions of the current model YZF-R15 are available at a special promotional price of $3999 ride away.

See your Yamaha dealer for full specs and further information.