Yamaha’s legendary R-series bikes set the standard in the supersport world thanks to their class-leading style, advanced technology and thrilling performance.
There’s a bike that fits perfectly into our supersport range between the top-selling YZF-R125 and the race-winning YZF-R6: the YZF-R3! Whether you’re moving up from a 125 or you’re new to two wheels, you can be sure that the YZF-R3 has been built using the same attention to detail that goes into every R-series motorcycle.
Take one look at the aggressive dual headlight fairing and aerodynamic bodywork and the pure R-series DNA is right there. YZF-R3: a superbike you can ride every day!
Yamaha YZF-R3 R84,950
Engine
| Engine type | liquid-cooled, DOHC inline twin-cylinder; 8 valves |
| Displacement | 321cc |
| Bore x stroke | 68.0mm x 44.1mm |
| Compression ratio | 11.2 : 1 |
| Maximum power | 30.9 kW @ 10,750 rpm |
| Maximum torque | 29.6 Nm @ 9,000 rpm |
| Lubrication system | Wet sump |
| Clutch type | Wet, Multiplate clutch |
| Fuel system | Fuel Injection |
| Ignition system | Digital TCI |
| Starter system | Electric |
| Transmission system | Constant Mesh, 6-speed |
| Final transmission | Chain |
Chassis
| Frame | DAluminium, Diamond Shaped |
| Front suspension system | telescopic fork, Ø 41 mm |
| Rear suspension system | KYB® single shock |
| Front brake | 298mm hydraulic disc; ABS model available |
| Rear brake | Hy220mm hydraulic disc; ABS model available |
| Front tyre | 110/70-17 |
| Rear tyre | 140/70-17 |
Dimensions
| Overall length | 2,090 mm |
| Overall width | 720 mm |
| Overall height | 1,135 mm |
| Seat height | 780 mm |
| Wet weight (including full oil and fuel tank) | 167 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity | 14.0 litres |