At the heart of the 2024 Yamaha YZF-R15 sport motorcycle, Yamaha utilizes a 149.8 cc (9.1 cu in) liquid-cooled single cylinder, four-stroke layout. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 17 HP (12.4 kW) at 8,500 rpm while maximum torque reaches 15 Nm (11.1 lb-ft) at 7,800 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 113.5 HP per liter and a 700 rpm working window between peak torque (7,800 rpm) and peak power (8,500 rpm), the engine character is reflecting a performance-oriented street tune that balances strong mid-range pull with an energetic top-end rush.
On the scales, the YZF-R15 measures 136 kg (300 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.13 HP/kg (8 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 800 mm (31.5 in) seat height — offering a neutral standover height that accommodates most average-inseam riders without sacrificing cornering clearance, combined with a 1,345 mm (53 in) wheelbase engineered for quick, flickable steering geometry. The 12-liter (3.2 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Within MotoLibrary's Yamaha archive, this model family spans 2 indexed model years from 2013 to 2024, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Specific Output
113.5 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.13 HP/kg (8 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
7,800–8,500 rpm
Standover Height
800 mm (31.5 in)
Engine
Displacement149.8 ccm (9.14 cubic inches)
Engine TypeSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Power17.0 HP (12.4 kW)) @ 8500 RPM
Torque15.0 Nm (1.5 kgf-m or 11.1 ft.lbs) @ 7800 RPM
Compression10.4:1
Bore x Stroke57.0 x 58.7 mm (2.2 x 2.3 inches)
Fuel SystemInjection
Fuel ControlSingle Overhead Cams (SOHC)
IgnitionTCI
LubricationWet Sump
CoolingLiquid
Transmission
Gearbox6-speed
Final DriveChain (final drive)
ClutchMultiplate, wet
Chassis
Frame TypeDeltabox
Rake26.0°
Trail98 mm (3.9 inches)
Front SuspensionTelescopic
Front Travel300 mm (11.8 inches)
Rear SuspensionLinked Monocross
Rear Travel315 mm (12.4 inches)
Wheelbase1345 mm (53.0 inches)
Ground Clearance160 mm (6.3 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre90/80-17
Rear Tyre130/80-17
Front BrakesSingle disc
Rear BrakesSingle disc
Dimensions & Weight
Weight incl.136.0 kg (299.8 pounds)
Seat Height800 mm (31.5 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
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Power
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Seat Height
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Fuel Capacity
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Brakes
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Suspension
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Transmission
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