Bajaj Auto have launched the new V15 motorcycle in India at Rs 62,000, ex-Delhi price. the listing price of the motorcycle is Rs 61,000, Bajaj Auto has a cafe racer cover, grabrail, crash guard and saree guard as part of the compulsory accessories package which accounts for the additional Rs 1,000. Ex-showroom prices for other metros are Rs 62,820 for Mumbai, Rs 63,682 for Chennai and Rs 65,498 for Kolkata.
Positioning its new commuter as something special, Bajaj Auto used the scrap metal from the decommissioned INS Vikrant warship in the making the V15 and has been used to produce the fuel tank of the bike. In fact, the Pune based bike maker's entire marketing campaign revolved around the V15's association with the warship and how the motorcycle was an effort to preserve the latter's legacy.
Powering the Bajaj V15 is a 149.5cc, single-cylinder, DTS-i engine that, mated to a 5-speed constant mesh gearbox, produces 12bhp at 7,500rpm and 13Nm at 5,500rpm. Coming to its dimensions, the Bajaj V bike measures 204mm in length, 780mm in width, 1355mm in wheelbase, 780mm in saddle height and 1070mm in height. The bike offers a ground clearance of 165mm and weighs 135.5kg.
Bajaj V15 specifications
Engine � 149.5cc DTS-i petrol
Max power � 12bhp @ 7,500rpm
Max torque � 13Nm @ 5,500rpm
Transmission � 5-speed constant mesh gearbox
Telescopic front suspension �
Twin-spring loaded hydraulic type with gas filled rear suspension
240-dia front disc brake & 130 dia drum rear brake
13-litres fuel tank with 1.7 reserve capacity
