Yamaha YZF-R3
The Yamaha YZF-R3, commonly R3, is a 321 cc (19.6 cu in) inline-twin sport bike made by Yamaha since 2015. The R3 and the R25 are the first Yamaha twins with an offset cylinder design.[7]
| Manufacturer | Yamaha Motor Company |
|---|---|
| Parent company | Yamaha Corporation |
| Production | 2015–present |
| Assembly | Indonesia: Karawang, West Java (Yamaha Indonesia Motor Manufacturing) Brazil: Guarulhos, São Paulo (Yamaha Motor da Amazônia) (since 2022) |
| Class | Sport bike |
| Engine | 320.3 cc (19.55 cu in) liquid-cooled 4-stroke 8-valve DOHC 180° inline-twin |
| Bore / stroke | 68.0 mm × 44.1 mm (2.68 in × 1.74 in) |
| Compression ratio | 11.2:1 |
| Top speed | 181 km/h (112 mph) (Estimated)[1] 166 km/h (103 mph)[2] |
| Power | 31 kW (42 hp) @ 10,750 rpm (claimed)[3] 27.4 kW (36.7 hp) @ 10,750 rpm (rear wheel)[2] |
| Torque | 21.8 lb⋅ft (29.6 N⋅m) @ 9,000 rpm (claimed)[3] 19.8 lb⋅ft (26.8 N⋅m) @ 9,100 rpm (rear wheel)[2] |
| Transmission | 6-speed constant mesh |
| Frame type | Steel diamond |
| Suspension | Front: 41 mm telescopic fork Rear: swingarm |
| Brakes | Front: Single 298 mm hydraulic disc Rear: Single 220 mm hydraulic disc |
| Tires | Front: 110/70-17H Rear: 140/70-17H |
| Rake, trail | 25°, 95 mm (3.7 in) |
| Dimensions | L: 2,090 mm (82 in) W: 720 mm (28 in) H: 1,135 mm (44.7 in) |
| Seat height | 780 mm (31 in) |
| Weight | 167 kg (368 lb)[4] (wet) |
| Fuel capacity | 14.0 L (3.1 imp gal; 3.7 US gal) |
| Oil capacity | 2.1–2.4 L (2.2–2.5 US qt) |
| Fuel consumption | 4.2–4.9 L/100 km; 67–58 mpg‑imp (56–48 mpg‑US)[5][6] |
| Related | Yamaha MT-03 Yamaha YZF-R25 |
The YZF-R3 was updated for 2019.[8]
Design edit
The Yamaha R3 is an entry level sport motorcycle in the same range as other 250–400 cc motorcycles like the Kawasaki Ninja 300, Honda CBR300R, and KTM 390 series.[9][6] It has some design similarity to the R25, such as the engine.[10][11][9] The engine uses a downdraft induction fuel injection system, and the 10-spoke cast aluminum wheels reduce unsprung weight[compared to?].[12] The cylinders are all-aluminum. For 2017, the YZF-R3 offers optional ABS.[11][9] The 2018 Model has dual channel ABS and is EURO IV compliant.[13]
Performance edit
The 2015 R3 has a braking distance of 40 meters from 100-0 kph. According to some reviewers, the braking system is not powerful enough to match the engine power, and is also prone to fishtailing under hard braking (non ABS).[9][14]
References edit
- ^ Hinton, TJ (November 1, 2016). "2015 – 2017 Yamaha YZF-R3". TopSpeed. Retrieved February 9, 2017.
- ^ a b c Canet, Don (May 18, 2015). "Four Sub-400cc Entry-Level Sportbikes – Comparison Test". Cycle World. Retrieved September 5, 2017.
- ^ a b Hodgson, Kris (June 1, 2016). "2015 Yamaha YZF-R3 Review". Bikereview.com.au. Retrieved February 9, 2017.
- ^ Montano, Thomas (March 20, 2015). "2015 Yamaha YZF-R3 – FIRST RIDE REVIEW". Cycle World. Retrieved February 9, 2017.
- ^ "2017 Yamaha YZF-R3 Review | 12 Fast Facts". Ultimate Motorcycling. 2017-06-13. Retrieved 2017-09-14.
- ^ a b "2015 Yamaha R3 Comparison". Motorcycle USA. Retrieved 2017-09-14.
- ^ Shields, Matthew (May 22, 2015). "Review: 2015 Yamaha YZF-R3". CycleOnline.com.au. Retrieved September 5, 2017.
- ^ "New Yamaha YZF-R3 brings MotoGP aggression to the A2 class". Motorcycle News. 2018-10-10. Retrieved 2020-02-23.
- ^ a b c d "Yamaha R3 Review- Pros, Cons, Specs & Ratings". BestBeginnerMotorcycles. 2017-01-31. Retrieved 2017-09-14.
- ^ Ved, Ravi (August 11, 2015). "Yamaha YZF 3 – 7 things to know!".
- ^ a b "2017 Yamaha YZF-R3 Review | 12 Fast Facts". Ultimate Motorcycling. 2017-06-13. Retrieved 2017-10-04.
- ^ "2017 Yamaha YZF-R3 Supersport Motorcycle – Photo Gallery, Video, Specs, Features, Offers, Inventory and more". Yamaha. Retrieved 2017-09-13.
- ^ "2018 Yamaha R3 BS-IV launch, price, deliveries, details, specifications, engine, design and more – Autocar India". autocarindia.com. Retrieved 2018-03-08.
- ^ "Yamaha YZF-R3: 4,000km Long Term Review". ZigWheels.com. Retrieved 2017-09-14.
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