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Thursday 9 February 2012

Limited Edition R15 Version 2.0

Ever since we did the story about Yamaha pulling the wraps off two new paint jobs for the R15 Version 2.0 at the 2012 Auto Expo, we’ve been flooded with a number of calls with eager buyers enquiring about the limited edition models of the R15. The main reason why buyers were getting in touch with us was because Yamaha dealers didn’t have a clue as to when Yamaha will begin accepting orders for the limited edition R15 Version 2.0 motorcycles. Now, all confusion can be laid to rest as Yamaha is officially accepting bookings for both the limited edition R15 version 2.0 motorcycles.The 2012 Yamaha R15 Version 2.0 Limited Edition motorcycles will come in Fiery Red and 50th WGP Anniversary paint jobs, and will cost a little more than the regular single tone colored R15s. The Fiery Red R15 is priced at INR 110,000 while the 50th WGP anniversary(Red and White) edition is priced at INR 111,000, both prices reflecting ex-showroom Delhi figures. Apart from the new paint job and graphics on the body, there’s absolutely nothing different in the Limited Edition R15′s mechanically and they’re bog similar to the regular versions of the R15 Version 2.0.
In line with the limited edition moniker, a fixed number of both these motorcycles will be made and sold. Yamaha is expected to make at least a couple of thousand of these motorcycles given the stiff demand that both these colors are expected to generate right from the word go. Talking of which, bookings are now open for these motorcycles at Yamaha dealerships across India. The Yamaha R15 Version 2.0 is a big aesthetic upgrade over the previous version. Apart from visual changes, Yamaha has outfitted this motorcycle with fatter tyres and an aluminum swing arm. The gearing too has been altered to offset the increased width in tyre. Yamaha also claims to have remapped the ECU for better torque delivery across the rev range.At this year’s Auto Expo, Yamaha focused mainly on its upcoming scooter range for the Indian market. The Yamaha Rio Concept scooter was unveiled and Yamaha also detailed its plans to target Indian women with its scooter range. Coming to the limited edition R15 Version 2.0 motorcycles that Yamaha unveiled at the Expo, these motorcycles feature new paint jobs to distinguish themselves from the standard versions.
While one version featured a red and white paint job that will definitely stand out amongst the crowd, the other version featured a red a black paint job, making for a more understated look. Both the motorcycles are priced at INR 1.1 Lakhs, ex-showroom Delhi and are available for order at Yamaha’s Indian dealerships right away. This isn’t the first time that Yamaha is launching these shades of limited edition color on the R15 though. These shades also adorned the previous generation R15s as a limited edition color scheme.

Back then, after the initial clamor for these gorgeous looking paint jobs, Yamaha discontinued these colors, sticking to its guns of them being limited edition models. So, many prospective buyers were left sorely disappointed. So, if you think these colors are just what you want your Yamaha R15 Version 2.0 in, we suggest you hurry and buy one for yourself before stocks vanish. Yamaha also showcased a R15 version 2.0 kitted out with the Daytona Racing performance goodies. This was the other big story from the Yamaha pavilion as this perhaps represents the first time that the R15 Version 2.0 has been kitted out with Daytona parts.

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