My first DIY on my R15. Looks cool, seeks attention from the other vehicles on road behind.

Tank Pad

Guys,
What is the cost of Tank Pad for R15 V2?
Is there any variety available in the tank pads?
Any recommendations whether its worth the purchase or not?

The tankpad is very useful because the paint & that part fades away soon if tank pad is not installed. I just saw the racing tank pad at Yamaha Showroom. It costs around 700/- bucks. I guess you can get cheaper & better tank pads aftermarkets

Owners can you tell me how is the riding comfort in city of the R15 V2 vs the old one. I had owned the old R15 for 6 months and i did not have any complaints regarding the riding stance or the comfort of the bike. I was absolutely in love with it. I was so impressed with the bike that i am planning to get the R15 again. Just wanted to know if the riding position and ergonomics have become too bad for the everyday city ride in the new bike.

V1 is good compared to V2 in terms of comfort but you can get accustomed to its seating posture within a months time. I see it that way, first week was super bad for my wrists, monkey bone and neck. But now it doesnt pain, iam used to the posture, the bike is a part of my body now, i feel no pain at all.

About speed, ensure good top end and pick up in initial rpms.

Since you own a V1 already have you thought of tuning your bike, i wouldnt suggest Joel as such because in that amount you would actually get a factory build fast bike, No offence on that.
But since you wish to go for same bike how about this

1)Simota air filter (Anytime any day)
2)Daytona Rear sprocket kit (Anytime any day)
3)Daytona ECU kit. (Anytime any day)
4)Half throttle kit (only if you are going to ride on track)
5)Daytona Exhaust (Only if you are happy with the loud noise and a bit rise in the pick up)
This can be level 1 upgrade for your bike. later on you can go ahead with other mods. This mod is genuine and factory fit for which you would get support from the Yamaha SVC and its genuine, Joel might be 10 times better but the risk is too high and also you need to visit him for minor issues, daytona stuff can be done from your city's SVC also. Since you stay in kolkata, travelling all the way south would be a tedious affair.

Rest upto you buddy, the V2 is good, i love it personally speaking.

Posture you would get used to it lately, not much of a difference, but do think on what i said of upgrading your current steed.

Got 17th Service done today. Major things done was the chain kit replacement and handle conekit replacement(due to the handle play from very long) and lot of other stuff. Odo shows 58,028 kms currently.

Though my R15 is V1, the below stuff should be common between V1 as well as V2 so I believe it will benefit V2 owners as well...

This service was done at YFS Pune, wakdewadi, came to office directly from showroom so couldn't test much of the behavior of the bike after the service. Will test tonight and tomorrow morning and update soon...

Following are the details,
Items 4 to 7 combined chain-set and 13 to 18 formed the handlebar cone-kit.

Items list,

Sr.No. | Part name | Quantity Price(includes tax)
1 | Yamalube 4T 15w-50 SL |1 |Rs 470
2 | Element Assy, OIL CLE | 1 |Rs 167
3 | Yamaha Chain Lube | 1 |Rs 180
4 | Chain | 1 |Rs 2110
5 | sprocket, drive(14T) | 1 |Rs 314
6 | sprocket, driven | 1 |Rs 270
7 | Damper | 4 |Rs 76
8 | Spark plug-NGK-R-CR8 | 1 |Rs 73
9 | Plug cap assembly | 1 |Rs 76
10| Ellement Assy, AIR CLE | 1 |Rs 237
11 | Leaver 2 | 1 |Rs 140
12 | Leaver 1 | 1 |Rs 67
13 | Race, Ball 1 | 1 |Rs 148
14 | Race, Ball 2 | 1 |Rs 230
15 | Cover, Ball Race 2 | 1 |Rs 37
16 | Retainer, Ball Bearing | 1 |Rs 152
17 | Bearing, Steering up | 1 |Rs 874
18 | Bearing | 1 |Rs 2139

Total - Rs 7734

Servicing charges
Paid Service 350
Coolant 200
Chain Sprocket installation labor 300
Br. O/P 60

Total Rs 910

Grand Total: 7734 + 910 = Rs 8644


Hope this helps other R15 owners here and do let me know if there is any wrong pricing above

R15's from bombay , chalo milte hai

YRC - Banglore has been born , YRC - Pune too but Where is Bombay ???

Guys , can we have a GTG of owners from Bombay,New bombay and Thane.
Lets plan something for this Weekend

I am thinking the same

Selling my Love

Guys sorry to inform you but i m selling my R15 V2.0 . I m in need of money & i m not able to adjust it so have to sell my ride. Feeling horrible. Can't see it go away. Will love her always.

Really sad to hear this. I know how you must be feeling.

Selling my Love

Guys please let me know if anybody is interested in buying my R15. Its in just run 1000kms. April registered.

R15 V2 Bike Radiator/Fan Issue

Hi Everyone,

I have recently completed 1700 kms on my R15 V2 and have noticed one thing from the very beginning - the fan only works when my bike is not running. I have never heard the fan running while i m running. I service center guys says it's normal because the oil in the radiator gets cool down by air. I even raised a complaint to Yamaha. However, i didn't got a proper response from the service center guys......
Please suggest whether is normal or there is some problem with my bike.

Just relax, everything is fine. The heat sensors and the ECU manage engine heat very well. BTW, the 'oil' in the radiator is called coolant.

Thanks.... And coolant i know

I know this feeling. Been there..done that...but I wished I didn't have to.

Hoping you will find a alternate door out.