Yamaha WR 155R

Last Updated On 8th Jul'22: The Yamaha WR 155R is a proper off-road beginner rally motorcycle. It is a very popular model from the Japanese two-wheeler manufacturer across the globe. The Yamaha WR 155R is planned to launch soon in the Indian market. The design is nimble and slim as it is targeted for off-road adventures. The engine and performance are punch-packed for any slush trail or steep inclines. The hardware of the Yamaha WR 155R is also well designed and it is robust in every way. The USP of the Yamaha WR 155R remains lightweight which enables the riders to use the full potential of the bike.

Design And Features

The overall design mimics the world rally championship motorcycles that Yamaha uses for professional motorsports. The sleek design is well enhanced by the minimal body panels and lightweight cradle chassis frame. Along with this, the spoked rims are lightweight, and the flat seat is meant for getting good riding balance on the off-road trails. As the Yamaha WR 155R is an entry-level rally bike, it gets fewer features as compared to its Austrian rivals. The digital instrument cluster, dual-channel ABS, and dual-disc brakes are a few of the major features of the bike. 

Engine And Specifications

The engine used by Yamaha in the Yamaha WR 155R is a 155cc liquid-cooled engine. This engine has been mated down with the patented VVA tech. The VVA is also seen on the R15 V4 sports bike in India and it is widely appreciated for its efficient yet powerful tuning. Along with this, the Yamaha WR 155R gets adjustable USD front suspensions with dampeners. At the rear wheel, a single monoshock adjustable suspension is offered with dampeners. The engine is powerful and it produces 16 hp of peak power. This power is enough to pull the bike through the off-road trails. It also comes with dual-purpose off-road tyres as standard. 

Price And Launch

The expected launch of the Yamaha WR 155R is slated around the festive season in India in 2022. This translates that the Yamaha WR 155R can make its Indian debut sometime around August/September. As the engine and the mechanical components of the Yamaha WR 155R are largely shared with the R15 V4 sports bike, we suspect that the pricing of this off-road rally bike will not go north of Rs 1.6 lakh ex-showroom across India.