Bro, I was doom-scrolling Insta, half-dead from work, when Yamaha’s official handle posted the XSR155 launch pics. My cold chai fell from my hand. ₹1.49L ex-showroom for a retro bike that looks like a 1970s café racer but rides like the R15 V4?? Take my money already.
I called my dealer at midnight (yes, I’m that guy). He picked up, half-asleep, and goes, “Bhai, kal subah 10 baje aa jao, first 5 bookings get free helmet.” I’m there. No questions.
Here’s everything you need to know before you empty your savings like me:
Price? Actually affordable
- ₹1,49,990 ex-showroom Delhi
- Bangalore on-road? ~₹1.65L after RTO + insurance (ouch but worth it)
- Cheaper than MT-15. Yamaha what is this black magic??
Colours? I want all four
- Metallic Grey – stealth mode activated
- Vivid Red – traffic will part like the Red Sea
- Greyish Green Metallic – my future baby, adventure vibes
- Yamaha Blue – pure nostalgia, my dad would cry
All same price. No upcharge. Bless.
Engine & Performance = R15 in retro skin
155cc liquid-cooled, VVA tech, 18.4 PS, 14.2 Nm, 6-speed with slipper clutch.
- 0-60 in <4 sec
- Top speed ~140 kmph
- 42-45 kmpl real world It’s a hooligan in vintage clothing.
Suspension & Handling
Gold USD forks + monoshock. Corners like it’s on rails. 134 kg wet — lighter than my gym bag.
Brakes & Safety (finally!)
- Dual disc
- Dual-channel ABS
- Traction control On a 155cc retro? Yamaha said safety first, style second.
Features that made me yell at 12 AM
- Round LED headlamp with DRL halo (retro but lit af)
- Bluetooth LCD cluster (calls, SMS, navigation)
- USB charging (no more dead phone on rides)
- 10L tank = 400+ km range
- Block tyres — rain? No problem.
Custom Kits (yes please)
- Café Racer Pack: clip-ons, single seat, pure speed demon
- Scrambler Pack: knobby tyres, taller stance, light off-road ~₹12k each. I’m doing café + green paint = chef’s kiss
Why I’m selling my Pulsar tomorrow
I’ve been on a 150cc commuter for 3 years. This XSR155 is:
- Looks ✓
- Power ✓
- ABS + TC ✓
- Under 1.5L ✓
- Made in Chennai = easy service
TVS Ronin? Cute. Hunter 350? Heavy. This is the perfect middle child.
My midnight plan (don’t judge)
- Sell old bike (aiming ₹40k)
- Take ₹1.1L loan (sorry future me)
- Book Greyish Green + Scrambler kit
- First ride: Nandi Hills at 5 AM, sunrise pics, Insta flex
GO BOOK IT NOW. Intro price ends soon. Dealer said “stock khatam in 2 weeks.” I believe him.
Who’s joining the XSR155 gang? Tag your rider bros. Let’s flood the roads in retro glory.
#YamahaXSR155 #CallOfTheBlue #BrokeButHappy
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