The Bajaj V15 is the first product in Bajaj's new 'V' range of commuter motorcycles, which slots in between the Discover and the Pulsar line-up. Priced at Rs 62,000 (ex-showroom, Delhi), the V15 has kicked off a new genre in the Indian two-wheeler market, thanks to its distinct approach towards styling. This newbie had us impressed when we recently rode it around Pune (click here to read the First Ride Review). Here is our detailed photo gallery of the Bajaj V15 -
The biggest highlight of the Bajaj V15 is its connection to the INS Vikrant – Indian Navy's first aircraft carrier.
Once the INS Vikrant was decommissioned and dismantled, Bajaj purchased the scrap metal, recycling it to make the V15's fuel tank.
The chrome-rimmed headlamp along with the fuel tank and the rest of the bodywork attempt to give the V15 a neo retro look.
The use of chrome in sections like the tail lamp, headlamp and the exhaust give the Bajaj V15 a classic look.
The muscular fuel tank draws inspiration from the traditional cafe racer genre, and can gulp down 13 litres of fuel.
The raised handlebar, neutral set footpegs and the elongated single-piece seat give it a commuter-oriented riding position.
The V15 is powered by a 150cc DTS-i engine, which delivers 11.8bhp and 13Nm of torque through a five-speed transmission.
Braking hardware is made of a single 240mm disc brake at the front and a 130mm drum unit in the rear.
The V15 comes with a detachable rear seat cowl, which can transform the motorcycle into a trendy single-seater in a matter of minutes.
The instrument cluster gets a funky fuel gauge, which changes its backlight colour depending upon the amount of fuel in the tank.
The front 18-inch wheel rides on 33mm telescopic forks, while the rear 16-inch wheel gets dual springs with preload adjustability.
The beefy exhaust has been acoustically tuned to croon a deep exhaust note, to suit the Bajaj V15's character.
Photography by Sanchit Arora.
