Yamaha R15S - Really making a comeback?

• After launching the most anticipated entry level sports machine in our country, Yamaha has homologated the R15S which is expected to be the rebadged third version of the motorbike.

Yamaha R15S - Really making a comeback?

• This is what exactly happened in the past. After the launch of YZF-R15 V2, the company has introduced the version 1 under a name R15S. This is done by the manufacturer to provide a alternative option and to make it affordable.

• Since second version's pillion seat height was very high, S variant's single piece seat made it more practical and perfectly suited also for the family. It seems like the manufacturer is making the same approach now.

• As the name trademarked, Yamaha possibly could revive the third version under the S badge or who knows, the manufacturer may also surprise us by launching the S variant with the design elements similar to the version 4.

• I don't know how the manufacturer is going to manage the rear end of the motorbike if really they're going for a single piece seat. If yes, they have to deal with the frame and electronics which is present below the rear pillion seat.

• To reduce the cost, the manufacturer may cut some features for this S variant. We all know that fourth version of the model is nourished with Upside Down forks, quickshifter, traction control, updated instrument cluster with connectivity features.

• I think the manufacturer will cut all those above mentioned features to make the bike more affordable. But, we can expect the manufacturer to carry over the revised instrument cluster.

• S variant is all about practicality and affordability. By including a single piece seat and cutting all those features, it can be achieved. But one thing is still not clear that whether the S variant will get the front facing of the 3rd or 4th version.

• Though many of them love the look of the 4th version, still there's people who love the design of the 3rd version including me. But it's on the manufacturer's hands on how they're going to do the cost cutting process.

• Coming to the engine, it is mentioned on the paper works that the power output is identical to the V3 that is 18.63hp which is slightly more than the V4's power output. But, it doesn't make any sense in the real world condition. Let's wait and watch what the Japanese manufacturer is about to offer us.

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