The Yamaha YZF-R15 motorcycle specifications include a 150 cc (9.15 cu in) engine, a 6-speed gearbox, and a listed weight of 131 kg (288.8 lb).
Key specifications
How the Yamaha YZF-R15 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 73% lower than the Yamaha database average. Around the 27th percentile across Yamaha models.
About 30% lighter than the Yamaha database average. Around the 27th percentile across Yamaha models.
Very close to the Yamaha database average. Around the 49th 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.
150 cc — larger displacement than about 27% of Yamaha models.
131 kg — heavier than about 27% of Yamaha models, or lighter than about 73%.
790 mm — taller than about 49% 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.
1,995
2,082
4% below average.
670
823
19% below average.
1,070
1,172
9% below average.
1,290
1,416
9% below average.
790
793
Close to average.
160
181
11% below average.
Mechanical overview
Additional useful specifications
| Front tire size | 80/90-17 |
|---|---|
| Rear tire size | 100/80-17 |
| Front tire width | 80 mm |
| Front tire aspect ratio | 90% |
| Front rim diameter | 17 in |
| Rear tire width | 100 mm |
| Rear tire aspect ratio | 80% |
| Rear rim diameter | 17 in |
| Engine oil capacity | 1.00 L (1.06 US qt) |
| Bore/stroke ratio | 0.97:1 (Square) |
Model information
| Year released | 2013 |
|---|---|
| Category | Sport |
Engine specifications
| Engine type | Single cylinder, four-stroke |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 150 cc (9.15 cu in) |
| 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 | TCI |
| Starter | Electric |
| Lubrication | Wet Sump |
| Oil capacity | 1.00 L (1.06 US qt) |
Transmission and drivetrain
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
|---|---|
| Final drive | Chain (final drive) |
| Clutch | Multiplate, wet |
Chassis and suspension
| Frame | Deltabox |
|---|---|
| Front suspension | Telescopic |
| Rear suspension | Linked Monocross |
| Front wheel travel | 300 mm (11.8 inches) |
| Rear wheel travel | 315 mm (12.4 inches) |
Brakes, wheels and tires
| Front brakes | Single disc |
|---|---|
| Rear brakes | Single disc |
| Front tire | 80/90-17 |
| Rear tire | 100/80-17 |
Dimensions and weight
| Wet weight | 131 kg (288.8 lb) |
|---|---|
| Seat height | 790 mm (31.1 inches) |
| Overall length | 1,995 mm (78.5 inches) |
| Overall width | 670 mm (26.4 inches) |
| Overall height | 1,070 mm (42.1 inches) |
| Wheelbase | 1,290 mm (50.8 inches) |
| Ground clearance | 160 mm (6.3 inches) |
Fuel and emissions
| Fuel capacity | 12.00 L (3.17 US gal) |
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Other specifications
| Color options | Blue, black |
|---|---|
| Comments | Sold in Australia. |
Disclaimer: Specifications may vary by market, trim, production date and optional equipment, and scraped or historical data can contain errors. Comparison and percentile values are calculated from Yamaha models in this specifications database. Always double-check important specifications against the motorcycle owner’s/service manual and official Yamaha information before relying on them. Visit the official Yamaha website.