Yamaha PH teases upcoming 'Sniper 155'

Yamaha Motor Philippines (YMPH) signals the nearing arrival of the Sniper 155’s new version after having its teaser recently.

Three examples of the moped’s aforementioned version were used as a backdrop for McKinley Kyle Paz, April King Mascardo, and Gian Carlo Mauricio in a press conference last week following their achievements in the first round of the 2024 Asia Road Racing Championships.

After the briefing with the riders, Carmudi Philippines checked out the displayed models and here’s what we have discovered.

The new Yamaha Sniper 155’s front fairing features sharper lines and edges versus the ones currently offered in the market — with the upper left and right portions stretched for better coverage. The plastic portion that holds the brand emblem now comes with three gaps, unlike the present version that only has one.

Also, the new Yamaha Sniper 155 wears a Cyan-like body color option in addition to the Race Blu and Black Raven.

Also, the Yamaha Sniper 155 will likely be fitted with the same four-stroke, four-valve single overhead cam engine with variable valve actuation technology that can dish out as much as 7.6 horsepower and 14.4 Newton-meters of torque.

The engine will probably be paired with a six-speed transmission with assist and slipper clutch function. Hydraulic disc brakes, as seen in the photo, will provide the motorcycle’s stopping power.

Among the amenities seen on the new Yamaha Sniper 155 are the digital meter panel, electric panel, and smart key system.

Customers may have to expect a slight increase in the pricing of the new offering, which will probably be released within the first half of the year. The existing version, to note, can be had for P129,900.

To recall, the currently-retailed Yamaha Sniper 155 (which is offered in two variants) was launched to the country in May 2021.

Photos from Ruben Manahan IV

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