Yamaha YZF-R3
Manufacturer | Yamaha Motor Company |
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Also called | Yamaha R3 |
Parent company | Yamaha Corporation |
Production | 2015–present |
Assembly | Indonesia: Karawang, West Java (Yamaha Indonesia Motor Manufacturing) |
Class | Sport bike |
Engine | 321 cc (19.6 cu in) liquid-cooled 4-stroke 8-valve DOHC180-degree crank inline-twin |
Bore / stroke | 68.0 mm × 44.1 mm (2.7 in × 1.7 in) |
Compression ratio | 11.2:1 |
Top speed | 180 km/h (110 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: 110/70-17 Rear: 140/70-17 |
Rake, trail | 25°, 95 mm (3.7 in) |
Wheelbase | 1,380 mm (54 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 Yamaha YZF-R3, commonly known as the "R3", is a sport motorcycle that has been manufactured by Yamaha since 2015. A first for Yamaha twins, the other being R25, the R3 uses an offset cylinder design.[7]
The YZF-R3 was updated for 2019.[8]
Design
The Yamaha R3 is an entry level sport motorcycle,[9][6]designed to compete with rivals in 300 cc sector, such as the Kawasaki Ninja 300, Honda CBR300R, and KTM 390 series. It is designed as a well-balanced sport motorcycle, with some design similarity to R25, such as engine (which is bored out).[10] With a low seat height, the windscreen sufficiently deflects the wind overhead.[11] The 321 cc performance-oriented engine is lightweight, powerful, and has a wide power band. Most of the power can be found from 7,000 rpm to redline (12,500 rpm approx.).[11][9] The engine uses a downdraft induction fuel injection system and the 10-spoke cast aluminum wheels reduce unsprung weight.[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, reviews and criticisms
The bike can reach 0–60 km/h (0–37 mph) in less than 3 seconds, and 0–100 km/h (0–62 mph) in 5.5 seconds.[14] The 2015 R3 has a braking distance of 131.5 feet from 100–0 km/h (62–0 mph). 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][15] However, engine braking can be used to assist deceleration, as the stock bike does not have a slipper clutch.[10] Minimal adjustable suspension is considered another downside on the bike.[16] However, compared to other bikes in its class, it is considered finely tuned and sufficient.[11]
Rivals
Yamaha R3 competes directly with Kawasaki Ninja 300. Other entry level (sub-400 cc ) competitors include Honda CBR300R,TVS Apache RR310 and KTM RC 390.[17]
References
- ^ 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". Motorcycle USA. Retrieved 2017-09-14.
- ^ Shields, Matthew (May 22, 2015). "Review: 2015 Yamaha YZF-R3". CycleOnline.com.au. Retrieved September 5, 2017.
- ^ https://www.motorcyclenews.com/news/new-bikes/yamaha-yzf-r3-motogp-aggression/
- ^ a b c d "Yamaha R3 Review- Pros, Cons, Specs & Ratings". BestBeginnerMotorcycles. 2017-01-31. Retrieved 2017-09-14.
- ^ a b "Yamaha YZF 3 - 7 things to know!".
- ^ a b c d "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". www.autocarindia.com. Retrieved 2018-03-08.
- ^ "Yamaha YZF R3: Expert Review | BikeDekho". www.bikedekho.com. Retrieved 2017-09-14.
- ^ "Yamaha YZF-R3: 4,000km Long Term Review". ZigWheels.com. Retrieved 2017-09-14.
- ^ "Yamaha R3 Review- Pros, Cons, Specs & Ratings". BestBeginnerMotorcycles. 2017-01-31. Retrieved 2017-10-04.
- ^ "Four Sub-400cc Entry-Level Sportbikes - COMPARISON TEST". Cycle World. Retrieved 2017-10-04.
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