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2015 Yamaha YZF-R3

321 cc

Ride character

How this bike feels on the axes that matter

These scores are estimates.

Off-roadRoadComfortSpeedAgilityTouring

Character map

Estimated from category and catalog specs, scored 0–100.

Strongest axes

Strongest

Speed

90

Runner-up

Road

85
Highway pace90
Everyday street riding85

Trade-offs

Off-road10
Comfort35

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Best for

StrongestTrack

Where this bike tends to fit: city, touring, daily use, and more.

Track
%87Best
Cornering
%85
City
%84
Daily
%65
Touring
%36
Passenger
%36

Strongest fit: Track (%87).

Who this bike is for

Rider fit: experience, purpose, and who may struggle.

Experience
Advanced
Riding purpose
Daily, Track, Fun
Physical
Low seat height, Light body
Character
Aggressive

May not be suitable

New beginnersComfort-first riders

Yamaha YZF-R3 Specifications

Engine & Performance

Engine Displacement
321 cc
Valves / Cylinder
4
Engine Details
DOHC

Fuel & Capacity

Fuel System
Injection

Cooling & Starter

Cooling System
Liquid-cooled
Starter
Electric

Transmission & Drive

Gearbox
Manual 6-speed
Transmission
Chain

Brake System

Front Brakes
Disc
Rear Brakes
Disc

Suspension

Front Suspension
Telescopic

Tires & Wheels

Front Tire
110/70-M17
Rear Tire
140/70-M17

Dimensions & Weight

Length
209 cm
Height
114 cm
Wheelbase
137.9 cm
Seat Height
78 cm
Wet Weight
167 kg

Reviews & Ratings

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