Yamaha YZF R3 Sportbike Featuring flowing bodywork and ergonomics inspired by the MotoGP YZR-M1, complemented by new graphics and colors, the Yamaha YZF-R3 is sleek, aerodynamic, and refined.
Yamaha’s championship-winning technology gives the Yamaha YZF-R3 sportbike a broad spread of power with impressive high-rpm performance.
The Yamaha R3’s inverted fork works with a Monocross rear shock to give outstanding handling, a near 50/50 weight balance, balanced chassis rigidity, and damping and spring settings designed for a wide range of road conditions.
With a seat height of only 30.7 inches and a fully-fueled weight starting at only 375 pounds, the Yamaha YZF-R3 is nimble, ultra-light, and confidence-inspiring on everything from tight city streets to wide-open racetracks.
A range of exclusive technologies assures the Yamaha YZF-R3 combines Yamaha’s legendary refinement and safety with thrilling performance, all while sipping fuel at an economical 56 mpg.
Yamaha YZF R3 Key Specs
Engine Type:
321cc liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, DOHC inline twin-cylinder; 4-valves per cylinder
Bore x Stroke:
68.0mm x 44.1mm
Transmission:
6-speed; multiplate wet clutch
L x W x H:
82.3 in x 28.7 in x 44.9 in
Seat Height:
30.7 in
Fuel Capacity:
3.7 gal
Wet Weight:
375 lb
Fuel Economy**:
56 mpg
Warranty
1 Year (Limited Factory Warranty)
Yamaha YZF R3 Price in The USA
Price Starting at $5,499 + Destination Charge: $450
+ Freight Surcharge: $300
Yamaha YZF R3 Top Speed
➥ Top Speed: 117 mph (Est.)
The top speed of the Yamaha YZF R3 is 117 mph, calculated on a closed road.
321cc liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, DOHC inline twin-cylinder; 4-valves per cylinder
Bore x Stroke
68.0mm x 44.1mm
Compression Ratio
11.2:1
Fuel Delivery
Fuel injection
Transmission
6-speed; multiplate wet clutch
Final Drive
Chain
SUSPENSION
Suspension / Front
Inverted telescopic fork; 5.1-in travel
Suspension / Rear
Monocross single shock, adjustable preload; 4.9- in travel
BRAKES
Brakes / Front
298mm hydraulic disc with ABS
Brakes / Rear
220mm hydraulic disc with ABS
TIRES
Tires / Front
110/70-17 Dunlop® Sportmax GPR-300®
Tires / Rear
140/70-17 Dunlop® Sportmax GPR-300®
DIMENSIONS
L x W x H
82.3 in x 28.7 in x 44.9 in
Seat Height
30.7 in
Wheelbase
54.3 in
Rake (Caster Angle)
25.0°
Trail
3.7 in
Maximum Ground Clearance
6.3 in
Fuel Capacity
3.7 gal
Fuel Economy**
56 mpg
Wet Weight
375 lb
WARRANTY
Warranty
1 Year (Limited Factory Warranty)
Yamaha YZF R3 Features
Potent Twin-Cylinder Powerplant
Yamaha YZF R3 321cc liquid-cooled, inline 2-cylinder engine produces excellent power and performance throughout the rpm range.
Yamaha YZF R3 with a 180-degree crank design and integrated counterbalancer, the layout minimizes vibrations for a smooth, refined engine character.
Six-Speed Transmission
A smooth-shifting 6-speed gearbox ensures the rider always has the correct ratio, whether riding through tight canyon corners or racetrack straightaways.
High-Revving Engine Architecture
With a compression ratio of 11.2:1, double-overhead cams (DOHC) and four-valve cylinder heads, the Yamaha YZF-R3 motor is designed for quick-revving performance and high-rpm efficiency to produce an exciting ride with a broad spread of power.
Modern Fuel Injection
Downdraft induction fuel injection system delivers easy starting, outstanding fuel economy and responsive performance.
Strong, Lightweight Pistons
Forged aluminum pistons—the same technology used for the Yamaha YZF- R1—mean lighter weight and exceptional strength at extreme temperatures, ensuring reliability at higher rpm.
Compact Exhaust System
The short muffler design features modern styling and helps to centralize mass, enhancing agility for ultra-responsive handling.
Advanced Cylinder Construction
Yamaha’s unique DiASil—a high-silicon aluminum alloy—engine block is used to ensure outstanding heat dissipation, with an innovative offset cylinder design that reduces horsepower loss and enhances power and fuel efficiency.
Inverted Front Fork
The Yamaha YZF-R3 features an inverted fork with optimized spring and damping settings, significantly enhancing fork rigidity, front-end feedback and control.
The design also includes a Yamaha YZR-M1-inspired top clamp for improved supersport style.
Monocross Rear Shock
The Yamaha YZF-R3 single-shock design further centralizes mass.
It is tuned to strike a balance between ride convenience and sporty performance, for capability across different uses, from urban commuting to track days.
It’s also adjustable for spring preload, which accounts for passengers or cargo.
Potent Braking with ABS
The Yamaha YZF-R3 298mm, floating-mount front disc brake ensures exceptional stopping power, supported by a 220mm rear disc.
An anti-lock braking system boosts rider spirit and prevents wheel lock-ups in reduced-traction conditions.
Sportbike-Spec Wheels & Tires
Grippy Dunlop radial tires offer enhanced traction and feedback for sporty riding too.
Stylish 10-spoke cast-aluminium wheels minimize unsprung weight for improved suspension responsiveness and refined handling.
Perfectly Balanced
The Yamaha YZF-R3 features a near 50/50 front/rear weight distribution for enhanced performance, especially in dynamic canyon-carving or racetrack riding environments, thanks to the engine placement and overall machine dimensions.
