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I have owned a Fiero F2 too&still owning it. I am also crazy about faired bikes.

I have never been on the track. R15 performs brilliantly in city, since it is made for the track it is all the easier to flick it around in city. Only thing is the mirrors extend out a bit, you'll learn to gauge the gap while cutting it around in traffic soon. I handle it in heavy traffic like I can handle no other bike, it is very light, grippy&confidence inspiring compared to other bikes.

Technology is more or less the same. These 150cc bikes are still carburetted&air cooled. Power&build quality have improved though.
R15 is a leader in this aspect-it has the latest tech one can expect. For more details on liquid cooling, fuel injection, diasil cylinder, etc.please visit the official website.

Stock headlamps are not great but livable with. HID is an option which quite a few have installed, please check the ownership thread for more details.
Crash bobbins&tyre hugger would have been a welcome addition, but sadly Yamaha does not provide. You can get aftermarket parts fitted if you don't mind drilling&welding.
Yamaha's official accessories are purely cosmetic.

Yes, it should not take more than a few heavy traffic rides to get used to!

It is fine in traffic too, only sometimes in long bumper-to-bumper crawling jams, the heat from the engine tends to get to your legs, but cools off by the time you reach the next signal. It is liquid cooled (coolant is supplied to the engine like in cars)&has a radiator fan also for cooling.

Remaining things Bangy owners can chip in.

I think Sarvajit has answered all your questions..
However, adding my bit (in order of your questions):

1) I have never taken my R15 to the tracks, but its a phenomenal bike even for city use. Its definitely built for the streets, but not for stop-go traffic! Please remember, the R15 ain't a commuter bike..

2) Nothing different, apart from the looks IMO.

3) You might want to get a good replacement for the headlights. Some members here are using HIDs. I have no issues with the horns, simply coz I hardly use them.

4) Will take you a couple of hundred KMs getting used to the sporty riding posture. Wrist pains might occur during this getting-used-to phase. But later, nothing else will do..

5) Its a piece of cake to ride it in traffic. Totally flickablr feather-light bike.. Not great for tunneling between those narrow spaces though, thanks to the mirrors & full fairing..

6) I'd recommend Perfect Riders! I know the owner & the sales guys very well. PM me & maybe I can help you with the booking & good service (no freebies for anyone, strictly per YAMAHA rules).

& yeah, none of your questions are silly, so chill!
Cheers!

thanks guys!
will book the R15 tomorrow.
Sunset red mostly.

btw, what mileage are you guys getting in the city ?

43 kmpl in city no matter what kind of riding. I run on Extra Premium.

great choice.

How much is the delivery time after booking, in bangalore?

@rookiebiker : Congrats !! ....mileage around 35 kmpl (conservative)

@rookiebiker i own a R15 and am damn happy with the bike.. if you have shortlisted and booked then don't think anymore.. just go for it. As for your doubts sarvajit and others have cleared it very well.. congrats in advance.

Rookiebiker: This is one decision you will never regret
The grin on your face everytime you ride it will be proof enough.
Congrats once again.

PS: i am getting around 40 in the city with normal riding style with a bit of ripping in between...

@TnT
looks like the dealer 3 bikes (red,blue,black) in stock.
He said for one of these it'll be delivered in 10 days.

ok. It's been two weeks today since I booked my R15 here. They tell me not to get my hopes up for another week at least. Which color do you think you will go for?

@TnT- Its between the red and blue. I haven't seen the red yet so
not sure. btw, How is the yellow? Perfect doesn't have one to
look at. Which color have you booked?

I really liked yellow, Looks very sporty but my personal favorite is the Sunset red.The colour scheme almost looks like the Kenny Roberts Marlboro Yamaha back from the 90s

Another question guys...

What kind of safety gear do you riders wear (in city commute) ?
Helmet obviously, but what about gloves ?
boots ? not practical to look like a stormtrooper in office!