Sport · 2023
YZF-R3
US$ 5499. MSRP depends on country, taxes, accessories, etc.
MotoLibrary Score
41
/100
Commuter
Power/Weight
0.25 hp/kg
Torque
30 Nm
Engine
321 ccm
Engine
Displacement
321.0 ccm (19.59 cubic inches)
Engine Type
Twin, four-stroke
Engine Details
All-aluminum DiASil cylinder
Power
42.0 HP (30.7 kW)) @ 10750 RPM
Torque
29.6 Nm (3.0 kgf-m or 21.8 ft.lbs) @ 9000 RPM
Compression
11.2:1
Bore x Stroke
68.0 x 44.1 mm (2.7 x 1.7 inches)
Valves/Cylinder
4
Fuel System
Injection. Fuel Injection with YCC-T and YCC-I
Fuel Control
Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
Ignition
TCI: Transistor Controlled Ignition
Cooling
Liquid
Transmission
Gearbox
6-speed
Final Drive
Chain (final drive)
Clutch
Wet multiplate
Driveline
Constant mesh
Performance
Fuel Consumption
4.20 litres/100 km (23.8 km/l or 56.00 mpg)
Greenhouse Gases
97.4 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)
Chassis
Frame Type
Diamond, steel frame and swingarm
Rake
25.0°
Trail
94 mm (3.7 inches)
Front Suspension
Inverted telescopic fork
Front Travel
130 mm (5.1 inches)
Rear Suspension
Monocross single shock, adjustable preload
Rear Travel
124 mm (4.9 inches)
Wheelbase
1379 mm (54.3 inches)
Ground Clearance
160 mm (6.3 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre
110/70-17
Rear Tyre
140/70-17
Front Brakes
Single disc. ABS. Hydraulic.
Front Brake Ø
298 mm (11.7 inches)
Rear Brakes
Single disc. ABS. Hydraulic..
Rear Brake Ø
220 mm (8.7 inches)
Wheels
10-spoke cast aluminum. Dunlop® Sportmax GPR-300 tires.
Dimensions & Weight
Weight incl.
170.1 kg (375.0 pounds)
Seat Height
780 mm (30.7 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall Height
1140 mm (44.9 inches)
Overall Length
2090 mm (82.3 inches)
Overall Width
729 mm (28.7 inches)
Fuel Capacity
14.00 litres (3.70 US gallons)
Oil Capacity
2.60 litres (2.75 US quarts)
Other
Starter
Electric
Color Options
Team Yamaha Blue, Midnight Black, Phantom Purple
Instruments
Digital Instrumentation
Light
LED headlight
Warranty
1 Year Limited Factory Warranty
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Brakes
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Suspension
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Transmission
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Rider Profile
Who Is This Bike For?
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Beginner
A2 license compatible, manageable power.
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Best For
Sport & Track
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Seat Height
78 cm / 30.7 in
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Handling
Manageable weight for most riders
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