Yamaha took the right step by presenting the XSR 155 in December 2019. This motorbike received a very positive response from consumers in Indonesia.
The launching moment was quite right, at a time when the development of the custom motorbike world continued to increase. While the retro style displayed by the Yamaha XSR 155 2021 is considered suitable to be used as a custom motorbike, starting from scramblers, trackers, cafe racers, and others.
For Yamaha XSR 155 2021, it hasn't changed. At the beginning of this year, Yamaha also did not provide the latest color choices. However, public interest in this retro-style motorbike is still high. Because, you don't need a big change, it looks cooler than the standard version.
Yamaha XSR 155 2021 does not play alone in its class. This motorbike also has rivals, such as the Kawasaki W175 and Benelli Motobi 152 . The two motorbikes even slid earlier than the Yamaha XSR 155. These three motorbikes have an equally retro look and are suitable as the basis for custom motorbikes.
The Kawasaki W175 has many variants and is sold from Rp. 29.9 million to Rp. 34.7 million (on the road in Jakarta). Meanwhile, the Benelli Motobi 152 is marketed at the most affordable price among competitors in its class, which is IDR 19.8 million.
Without a fairing, the Yamaha XSR 155 2021 has the appearance of a naked bike. The retro impression is shown from the use of round lamps. Far from being aggressive or futuristic like a full fairing sport bike.
The dimensions are proportional to motor sport in the 150 cc class. The Yamaha XSR 155 2021 has a length of 2,007 mm, a width of 804 mm and a height of 1,080. Lowest distance to the ground 170 mm and weighs 134 kg.
The seat or seat is also quite friendly, the height is 810 mm. The seats are designed in a classic tuck and roll style. The seats are connected from front to back. The seat is also quite wide, so it provides comfort when driving long distances.
Yamaha XSR 155 2021 entrusts the front suspension with an upside down model shock absorber. Meanwhile, the rear suspension is made a little modern and sporty by using a monoshock.
One of the advantages of this motorbike is that it is equipped with a swingarm with a cool design from aluminum material. The design is like that used on big motorbikes (moge).
On the wheels, the Yamaha XSR 155 2021 relies on front tires measuring 110 / 70-17 and wide rear tires measuring 140 / 70-17. Both of these tires are dual purpose and tubeless. Thus, the rider will remain comfortable through various road conditions.
For color choices, consumers can choose between two options, including Matte Silver Premium and Matte Black Elegance.
Yamaha XSR 155 2021 offers a quite comfortable driving position. With the handlebars that are wide and high enough, drivers will feel less tired when driving too long or driving long distances.
The fuel tank design is not too big. Thus, the rider's feet can expertly clamp the tank for better motor control while maneuvering. The person on the back also still feels comfortable, because the seat is quite thick.
The position of the legs is also not very high. The seat height, which reaches 810 mm, is indeed high enough for a rider with a height under 170 cm. However, its weight of only 134 kg is not considered too heavy.
Yamaha XSR 155 2021 has a fairly reliable performance for a motorbike in its class. Yamaha equipped it with a liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, single cylinder, SOHC, 4 valve engine, and already using VVA (Variable Valve Actuation) technology.
The engine has a square character, with a piston diameter of 58 mm and a stroke of 58.7 mm. Meanwhile, the cylinder volume was 155 cc. The resulting compression ratio is 11.6: 1.
The maximum power of the 2021 Yamaha XSR 155 reaches 14.2 kW at 10,000 rpm and maximum torque of up to 14.7 Nm at 8,500 rpm. This retro-style motorbike uses a 6-speed manual transmission. The transmission is assisted by Clutch Assist & Slipper.
To reduce the wheel speed and compensate for the power generated, the Yamaha XSR 155 2021 relies on disc brakes for the front and rear brakes. However, the braking system is not equipped with Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) technology.
Compared to its class rivals, such as the Kawasaki W175 or Benelli Motobi 152, the Yamaha XSR 155 2021 has several advantages. The meter panel is fully digital with a rounded model, maintaining a classic and retro impression.
The information displayed is also quite complete and easy to read. Yamaha XSR 155 2021 also uses injection technology. For the lighting system, everything also relies on LEDs.
Meanwhile, the two rivals still rely on carburetors. Another advantage is the use of a moge-style swingarm with aluminum material combined with dual-purpose gambot tires.
Price Yamaha XSR 155 2021
Yamaha XSR 155 2021 is marketed at a price of IDR 36,580,000 (on the road in Jakarta). There is only one variant or only one type for this motorbike with two color choices, namely Matte Silver Premium and Matte Black Elegance.
Conclusion
The Yamaha XSR 155 2021 is equipped with modern features and technology, despite its classic and retro looks. However, when compared to its rivals, this motorbike is still superior in terms of performance, both engine performance or of course fuel consumption, because it has been injected.
