Yamaha MT-03 Patented, will fight against the likes of KTM Duke 390, Ninja Z250 and likely be priced 25,000 cheaper than YZF-R3
Yamaha has finally taken performance segment seriously. After launching the much awaited YZF-R3 in India, it is time that the naked version comes to the market as well. Naked bikes have seen demand thanks to KTM bikes which offer very good value and unmatched performance.
Yamaha wants a piece of it by introducing the MT-03 as the MT-03 has just been patented in India.
Yamaha MT-03 Patent application also shows signs that the launch is imminent, as a few months back, when the YZF-R3 was launched, the company did hint and there were confirmed stories also that the MT-03 is coming to India. MT-03 will be powered by the same YZF-R3 engine and chassis but will be devoid of fairing and will be tank scoops and engine belly fairing only. 320cc produces 42 BHP of power and 29.6 Nm of torque from its liquid cooled, fuel-injected engine. Clips ons have been replaced in favor of handlebar and a single headlight takes place instead of the twin pod lights.
Also Read: 2015 Yamaha YZF-R3 First Ride Review India
Yamaha is all set to launch the MT-03 in India by March-April 2016 and when it goes on sale, it is the price difference between the faired and naked one will be top priority for customers, as the naked bike also has the heritage styling of MT series of motorcycle, which should lure the customers to the showroom. Yamaha continues to bank for volumes from its scooters which are doing really well and let’s not forget the FZ series and both versions of R15 which have been made available in India thanks to strong customer demand
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