The Yamaha XSR 155 is a neo-retro styled motorcycle which shares its chassis and engine with the popular R15 and MT-15. It goes up against the likes of the Royal Enfield Hunter 350 and the TVS Ronin. 

Yamaha XSR 155: Acceleration

During our test, the conditions were mainly dry.

The XSR 155 has impressive acceleration, with the bike taking 4.29 seconds to get to 60kph, 7.02 seconds to 80kph, and 11.66 seconds to get to 100kph. For our test, we switched off the traction control system for a better launch off the line. The bike has a strong mid-range, an engaging exhaust note when revving to the redline, a light clutch action, and a slick gearbox. 

Yamaha XSR 155: Roll-on acceleration

The 155cc, single-cylinder engine puts out 18.4hp at 10,000rpm and a peak torque of 14.2Nm at 7,500rpm.

In our roll-on acceleration tests, the bike took 3.00 seconds in the second gear run, 5.73 seconds in the third gear run, and 5.70 seconds in the fourth gear run. With a kerb weight of 137 kg, the XSR is the lightest bike when compared against the MT-15 and R15.

Yamaha XSR 155: Braking

Precise and stable when coming to a halt.

The bike gets disc brakes at both ends with dual-channel ABS. In our braking test, the bike came to a stop fairly quickly. The grip from the tyres is also adequate and allows the bike to stop in a stable manner. The ABS intervention is not minimal, even when grabbing the lever hard. Overall, the brakes do a good job.

Yamaha XSR 155: Specifications and price

The XSR 155 offers the potent performance of the MT-15 and R15 in a neo-retro package. 

The XSR 155 is more affordable than the MT-15 and R15, priced at Rs 1.50 lakh (ex-showroom). It misses out on a TFT screen, but gets traction control as standard. Additionally, there are two custom kits offered to owners at an additional cost to personalise the bike to their liking.