Segment: Sport / Super Sport
Production started year: 2017
In 2017, Yamaha launched the YZF-R3, a bike that fitted perfectly in the supersport range of the top-selling YZF-R125 and YZF-R6, a series that set the standards in the supersport world thanks to Yamaha's class-leading style, advanced technology, and unmatched performance.
The bike packed a lightweight diamond-type steel frame with a narrow, compact design and a low seating position, designed to offer a fun and enjoyable riding experience and more safe at the same time with the addition of the Antilock Braking System (ABS).
In the aesthetic department, the bike featured Yamaha's supersport-inspired styling with a full fairing design and a chassis that made it perfect for novice riders or more experienced ones that just wanted a light and nimble machine.
In addition, the bike packed a clip-on handlebar and a flat seat design with a low seating position that offered great comfort and a sporty riding style.
In the performance department, the 2017 Yamaha YZF-R3 had its heartbeat set by a 321cc four-stroke parallel twin-cylinder liquid-cooled engine designed for great performance with linear throttle response, low vibrations, and excellent fuel efficiency.
As for the power figures, the YZF-R3 motorcycle delivered an output power of 41 hp with a peak at 10,750 rpm and 30 Nm (22 lb-ft) of torque at 9,000 rpm.
engine specs | Type: | Liquid-cooled, DOHC inline twin-cylinder; 8 valves | Displacement: | 321 cm3 | Bore X Stroke: | 2.7x1.7 in OR 69 mm | Compression Ratio: | 11.2:1 | Horsepower: | 41/10750 KW(hp)/RPM | Torque: | 22/9000 lb-ft/RPM OR 30/9000 Nm/RPM | Fuel System: | Fuel injection |
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transmission specs | Gearbox: | 6-Speed | Clutch: | Wet Multi-plate | Primary Drive: | - | Final Drive: | Chain |
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chassis specs | Frame: | Steel | Front Suspension: | 41mm, KYB telescopic fork | Rear Suspension: | KYB single shock | Front Brake: | 298mm hydraulic disc; ABS model available | Rear Brake: | 220mm hydraulic disc; ABS model available |
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dimension specs | Overall Length: | 82.3 in OR 2090 mm | Overall Width: | 28.3 in OR 719 mm | Seat Height: | 30.7 in OR 780 mm | Wheelbase: | 54.3 in OR 1379 mm | Ground Clearance: | - | Weight: | 368 lbs OR 167 kg | Fuel Capacity: | 3.7 gallons OR 14.0 L |
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tyres specs | Front: | 110/70-17 | Rear: | 140/70-17 |
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power system specs | Power pack: | - | Nominal Capacity: | - | Maximum Capacity: | - | Charger type: | - | Charging time (normal): | - | Charging time (quick): | - | Range: | - |
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