2023 Yamaha YZF-R3
$5,499.00
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Year2023
MakeYamaha
ModelYZF-R3
Product Features
Description
R World Is Calling
Legendary Yamaha superbike styling, advanced twin cylinder engine and ultra-light chassis—the perfect entry into R World.
Top Features
- Sleek R-Series Styling: Featuring flowing bodywork and ergonomics inspired by the MotoGP® YZR-M1, complemented by new colors and graphics, the YZF-R3 is sleek, aerodynamic and refined.
- High-Revving Supersport Engine: Yamaha's championship-winning technology gives the YZF-R3 a broad spread of power with exciting high-rpm performance.
- Advanced Suspension: The R3's inverted fork works with a Monocross rear shock to provide exceptional handling, with balanced chassis rigidity, a near 50/50 weight balance, and damping and spring settings designed for a wide range of road conditions.
- Compact Chassis: With a fully-fueled weight of only 375 pounds and a seat height of only 30.7 inches, the YZF-R3 is ultra-light, nimble and confidence-inspiring on everything from tight city streets to wide-open racetracks.
- Practical Performance: A range of exclusive technologies ensures the YZF-R3 combines Yamaha's legendary refinement and reliability with thrilling performance, all while sipping fuel at an efficient 56 mpg.
Engine Features
- Potent Twin-Cylinder Powerplant: Yamaha's 321cc liquid-cooled, inline 2-cylinder engine delivers excellent power and performance throughout the rpm range. With a 180-degree crank design and integrated counterbalancer, the layout minimizes vibrations for a smooth, refined engine character.
- High-Revving Engine Architecture: With a compression ratio of 11.2:1, double overhead cams (DOHC) and four-valve cylinder heads, the YZF-R3 motor is designed for quick-revving performance and high-rpm efficiency to deliver an exciting ride with a broad spread of power.
- Six-Speed Transmission: A smooth-shifting six-speed gearbox ensures the rider always has the right ratio, whether riding through tight canyon corners or racetrack straightaways.
- Modern Fuel Injection: Downdraft induction fuel injection system provides easy starting, excellent fuel economy and responsive performance in all conditions.
- Advanced Cylinder Construction: Yamaha's unique DiASil—a high-silicon aluminum alloy—engine block is used to ensure excellent heat dissipation, with an innovative offset cylinder design that reduces horsepower loss and improves both power and fuel efficiency.
- Strong, Lightweight Pistons: Forged aluminum pistons—the same technology used for the YZF- R1—mean lighter weight and excellent strength at extreme temperatures, ensuring reliability at higher rpm.
- Compact Exhaust System: The short muffler design features modern styling and helps to centralize mass, improving agility for ultra-responsive handling.
Chassis/Suspension Features
- Inverted Front Fork: The YZF-R3 features an inverted fork with optimized spring and damping settings, significantly improving fork rigidity, front-end feedback and control. The design also includes a YZR-M1-inspired top clamp for improved supersport style.
- Monocross Rear Shock: The single-shock design further centralizes mass and is tuned to strike a balance between ride comfort and sporty performance, for capability across a wide range of 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 298mm floating-mount front disc brake ensures excellent stopping power, supported by a 220mm rear disc, and an anti-lock braking system boosts rider confidence and prevents wheel lock-ups in reduced-traction conditions.
- Sportbike-Spec Wheels & Tires: Stylish 10-spoke cast aluminum wheels minimize unsprung weight for improved suspension responsiveness and refined handling. Grippy Dunlop® radial tires offer enhanced traction and feedback for sporty riding too.
- Perfectly Balanced: Thanks to the engine placement and overall machine dimensions, the YZF-R3 features a near 50/50 front/rear weight distribution for enhanced performance, especially in dynamic canyon-carving or racetrack riding environments.
Additional Features
- Sleek R-Series Styling: The R3's aggressive design continues the legendary styling born from the YZR-M1 MotoGP® machine and improves overall aerodynamics at high speeds too. The glaring face of the R3 features compact LED headlights with a central air duct that maximizes cooling airflow for the engine.
- LED Lighting: Light Emitted Diode (LED) elements are used for both the taillight unit and headlights. Not only do LEDs offer long life with minimal power draw, they provide brilliant illumination for confidence and visibility day or night.
- Refined Sportbike Ergonomics: Thanks to the low-profile fuel tank design and relatively compact handlebar position, the rider is able to naturally grip the machine for confidence, especially when tucking aggressively behind the windscreen on the racetrack.
- Digital Instrumentation: The compact multi-function meter informs the rider of gear position, fuel capacity, real time and average fuel economy, water temp, clock, and an oil change trip meter—all presented in a clean, modern layout.
Engine
- Engine Type: 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
Chassis
- Suspension / Front: Inverted telescopic fork; 5.1 in. travel
- Suspension / Rear: Monocross single shock, adjustable preload; 4.9- in. travel
- Brakes / Front: 298mm hydraulic disc with ABS
- Brakes / Rear: 220mm hydraulic disc with ABS
- Tires / Front: 110/70-17 Dunlop® Sportmax GPR-300F
- Tires / Rear: 140/70-17 Dunlop® Sportmax GPR-300R
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 deg.
- Trail: 3.7 in.
- Maximum Ground Clearance: 6.3 in.
- Fuel Capacity: 3.7 gal.
- Fuel Economy: 56 mpg
- Wet Weight: 375 lb.
Other
- Warranty: 1 Year (Limited Factory Warranty)
NOTES:
Wet weight includes the vehicle with all standard equipment and all fluids, including oil, coolant (as applicable) and a full tank of fuel. It does not include the weight of options or accessories. Wet weight is useful in making real-world comparisons with other models.
The riders depicted on this website are professionals, and all of the action was shot on a closed course. At Yamaha, we want every ride to be safe and enjoyable. Always dress properly for your ride with a helmet, eye protection and protective clothing. Avoid excessive speeds and never engage in stunt riding. Never ride under the influence of alcohol or other drugs; it is illegal and dangerous. Always inspect your Yamaha before riding. Read the Owner's Manual and the product warning labels before operation. Yamaha and the Motorcycle Safety Foundation encourage you to ride safely and respect the environment. For safety and training information, see your dealer or call the MSF at 800.446.9227.Engine
Engine Type | 4-stroke, DOHC inline twin-cylinder; 4-valves per cylinder |
Displacement | 321cc |
Bore and Stroke | 68.0mm x 44.1mm |
Cooling | Liquid |
Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 |
Fuel System | Fuel injection |
Transmission
Transmission | 6-speed; multiplate wet clutch |
Final Drive | Chain |
Chassis
Front Suspension | Inverted telescopic fork; 5.1 in. travel |
Rear Suspension | Monocross single shock, adjustable preload; 4.9- in. travel |
Front Brakes | 298mm hydraulic disc with ABS |
Rear Brakes | 220mm hydraulic disc with ABS |
Front Tire | 110/70-17 Dunlop® Sportmax GPR-300F |
Rear Tire | 140/70-17 Dunlop® Sportmax GPR-300R |
Dimensions
Wheelbase | 54.3 in. |
Seat Height | 30.7 in. |
Rake | 25.0 deg. |
Trail | 3.7 in. |
Fuel Capacity | 3.7 gal. |
MPG | 56 mpg |
Dry Weight | Curb Weight: 375 lb. |
General
Colors | Team Yamaha Blue, Midnight Black, Phantom Purple |
Warranty | 1 Year (Limited Factory Warranty) |
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