The Yamaha YZF-R15s motorcycle specifications include a 149.8 cc (9.14 cu in) engine, power of 16.6 hp (12.1 kW) @ 8,500 rpm, a 6-speed gearbox, and a listed weight of 136 kg (299.8 lb).
Key specifications
How the Yamaha YZF-R15s compares
This compares the motorcycle with all Yamaha models in this specifications database. The blue marker is this model and the grey line is the Yamaha database average.
About 69% lower than the Yamaha database average. Around the 30th percentile across Yamaha models.
About 73% lower than the Yamaha database average. Around the 26th percentile across Yamaha models.
About 27% lighter than the Yamaha database average. Around the 30th percentile across Yamaha models.
Very close to the Yamaha database average. Around the 58th percentile across Yamaha models.
About 8% smaller than the Yamaha database average. Around the 45th percentile across Yamaha models.
Yamaha database percentile rankings
Percentiles show where this motorcycle sits across the Yamaha specifications database. They are descriptive database rankings, not performance ratings.
16.6 hp — more powerful than about 30% of Yamaha models with power data.
150 cc — larger displacement than about 26% of Yamaha models.
136 kg — heavier than about 30% of Yamaha models, or lighter than about 70%.
800 mm — taller than about 58% of Yamaha models.
12 L — larger than about 45% of Yamaha fuel tanks in this database.
Dimensions compared with Yamaha average
Each measurement is compared with the average value across Yamaha models where that dimension is available.
1,970
2,082
5% below average.
1,345
1,416
5% below average.
800
793
Close to average.
160
181
11% below average.
Mechanical overview
Additional useful specifications
| Front tire size | 90/80-17 |
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| Rear tire size | 130/70-17 |
| Front tire width | 90 mm |
| Front tire aspect ratio | 80% |
| Front rim diameter | 17 in |
| Rear tire width | 130 mm |
| Rear tire aspect ratio | 70% |
| Rear rim diameter | 17 in |
| Power-to-weight ratio | 0.122 hp/kg |
| Power-to-weight | 122.1 hp/tonne |
| Specific power | 110.8 hp/L |
| Bore/stroke ratio | 0.97:1 (Square) |
Model information
| Year released | 2018 |
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Engine specifications
| Engine type | Single cylinder, four-stroke |
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| Displacement | 149.8 cc (9.14 cu in) |
| Power | 16.6 hp (12.1 kW) @ 8,500 rpm |
| Torque | 15.0 Nm (1.5 kgf-m or 11.1 ft.lbs) @ 7,500 rpm |
| Bore × stroke | 57.0 x 58.7 mm (2.2 x 2.3 inches) |
| Compression ratio | 10.4:1 |
| Cooling system | Liquid |
| Fuel system | Injection |
| Fuel control | Single Overhead Cams (SOHC) |
| Ignition | T.C.I |
| Starter | Electric |
| Lubrication | Wet sump |
Transmission and drivetrain
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
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| Final drive | Chain (final drive) |
| Clutch | Wet Multiple-disc |
Chassis and suspension
| Frame | Delta box |
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| Front suspension | Telescopic Hydraulic |
| Rear suspension | Swingarm. Linked Type Monocross Suspension. |
| Front wheel travel | 130 mm (5.1 inches) |
| Rear wheel travel | 103 mm (4.1 inches) |
| Rake | 26.0° |
| Trail | 98 mm (3.9 inches) |
Brakes, wheels and tires
| Front brakes | Single disc |
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| Rear brakes | Single disc |
| Front tire | 90/80-17 |
| Rear tire | 130/70-17 |
Dimensions and weight
| Wet weight | 136 kg (299.8 lb) |
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| Seat height | 800 mm (31.5 inches) |
| Overall length | 1,970 mm (77.6 inches) |
| Wheelbase | 1,345 mm (53.0 inches) |
| Ground clearance | 160 mm (6.3 inches) |
Fuel and emissions
| Fuel capacity | 12.00 L (3.17 US gal) |
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Electrical and instruments
| Electrical | 12V, 3.5Ah (10H) battery. |
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Other specifications
| Color options | Red, white, green |
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| Comments | Sold in India. |
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