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Yamaha R3

The Yamaha R3 is the latest entrant in the middle-weight sports bike segment of India. It is a sports bike that offers a fast, refined, and smooth redline performance. Equipped with a parallel-twin liquid-cooled engine, the new R3 is one of the best options in its segment. It also has an aggressive design and very good build quality.

Yamaha R3 Latest Update

Last Updated on 15th Dec'23 :The eagerly anticipated arrivals of Yamaha R3 and Yamaha MT-03 have been officially launched in the country, boasting starting prices of Rs. 4.65 lakh and Rs. 4.60 lakhs, respectively.

Price:The Yamaha R3 holds a price tag of Rs. 4,64,900, available in a single variant.

Engine:The motorcycle houses a 4-stroke, 2-cylinder, liquid-cooled, DOHC engine with 4 valves. Boasting a displacement of 321cc, it delivers a maximum power of 30.9 kW (42.0 PS) at 10,750 rpm and a maximum torque of 29.5 Nm at 9,000 rpm. Its transmission system operates on a constant mesh 6-speed setup.

Dimensions:It measures 2,090 mm in length, 730 mm in width, and 1,140 mm in height, with a comfortable seat height of 780 mm.

Features:The R3 boasts full LED lighting, including a bi-functional LED headlight, a wet multiple-disc clutch, and a reliable TCI starter system. Enhancing user experience, it features a user-friendly multi-function LCD display, providing information on gear position, fuel levels, and real-time and average fuel efficiency, among other details.

Brakes and Suspension:Equipped with a telescopic upside-down fork (USD Fork) at the front and a swingarm at the rear, the R3's braking system comprises a hydraulic single disc, 298 mm at the front, and a hydraulic single disc, 220 mm at the rear. For added safety, it incorporates a dual-channel ABS system.

Colour Options:Available in two stylish colours - Icon Blue and Yamaha Black.

Rivals:Entering a competitive field, the Yamaha R3 faces off against contenders like the Aprilia RS 457, Kawasaki Ninja 400, and KTM RC 390, catering to enthusiasts seeking sporty performance.

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R3 Highlights

On Target

The Yamaha R3 delivers a perfect mix of style, performance, and everyday usability with its refined twin-cylinder engine

What We Like

Engine performance is brilliant, braking is strong & spot-on, suspension setup is perfectly tuned, build quality is good

What We Do Not Like

pricey for what it offers, lacks modern electronics even after high price, expensive maintenance.

Engine

Engine Capacity	321 cc
Engine Type	4-Stroke, 2-Cylinder, Liquid-Cooled, DOHC, 4-Valves
Configuration	DOHC
Cooling Type	Liquid Cooled

Competitor Comparison

Model	Engine Size	Engine Type
Ninja 300	296 cc	Liquid-cooled 4-stroke Parallel twin
Apache RR 310	312.2 cc	Single-Cylinder& liquid-cooled, 312.2cc& 4-stroke, reverse inclined engine
G 310 R	313 cc	Water-cooled& single-cylinder 4-stroke engine& four valves& two overhead camshafts and wet sump lubrication
RC 390	373.27 cc	Single Cylinder& Liquid Cooled& DOHC& FI Engine
G 310 RR	312.12 cc	Water-cooled single-cylinder 4-stroke engine 4 valves 2 overhead camshafts and cam followers wet sump lubrication

Power

41.42 bhp @ 10750 rpm

R3's 41.42 bhp Power is about 8% higher than the segment average of 38.48 bhp.

Power of R3 Competitors

Model	Power
Ninja 300	38.88 bhp @ 11000 rpm
Apache RR 310	37.55 bhp @ 9800 rpm
G 310 R	25 bhp(34 ps) @9500 rpm
RC 390	42.91 bhp @ 9000 rpm
G 310 RR	33.5 bhp @ 9700 rpm
390 Duke	45.3 bhp @ 8500 rpm
GK 350	38.2 bhp @ 9500 rpm
MT 03	41.43 bhp @ 1750 rpm
Apache RTR 310	35.11 bhp @ 9700 rpm
RS 457	46.93 bhp @ 9400 rpm

Torque

29.5 Nm @ 9000 rpm

R3's 29.5 Nm Torque is about 8% lower than the segment average of 32.06 Nm.

Torque of R3 Competitors

Model	Torque
Ninja 300	26.1 Nm @ 10000 rpm
Apache RR 310	29 Nm @ 7900 rpm
G 310 R	28 Nm @ 7500 rpm
RC 390	37 Nm @ 7000 rpm
G 310 RR	27 .3 Nm @ 7700 rpm
390 Duke	39 Nm @ 6500 rpm
GK 350	32.8 Nm @ 7500 rpm
MT 03	29.5 Nm @ 9,000 rpm
Apache RTR 310	28.7 Nm @ 6650 rpm
RS 457	43.5 Nm @ 6700 rpm

Kerb Weight

169 kg

R3's 169 kg Kerb Weight is close to the segment average of 171.55 kg.

Kerb Weight of R3 Competitors

Model	Kerb Weight (kg)
Ninja 300	179 kg
Apache RR 310	174 kg
RC 390	172 kg
390 Duke	168.3 kg
MT 03	167 kg
Apache RTR 310	169 kg

Seat Height

780 mm

R3's 780 mm Seat Height is about 9% higher than the segment average of 721.3 mm.

Seat Height of R3 Competitors

Model	Seat Height (mm)
Ninja 300	780 mm
Apache RR 310	810 mm
G 310 R	785 mm
RC 390	835 mm
G 310 RR	8R1R1
390 Duke	820 mm
GK 350	795 mm
MT 03	780 mm
Apache RTR 310	800 mm
RS 457	800 mm

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Expert Verdict on R3

3.0

Expert Rating

5.0

Performance

4.5

Ride and Handling

3.5

Design

The Yamaha R3 is a beautiful-looking sports bike that offers the typical Japanese refinement, fast performance, and easy rideability. Also, the overall fit & finish it is solid and the bike is comfortable to ride as well. But, the price tag of it is very premium and the lack of features make it a less value for money deal.

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Pros & Cons of R3

Engine performance is brilliant

Refined redline behaviour

Braking is very strong & spot-on

Suspension setup is perfectly tuned for road

Overall design & build quality is superb

Design is already aged in global markets

No modern features like the TFT console

Lack of safety features like slipper clutch

Should I buy the R3?

Yamaha has brought the R3 as a CBU in India. The new R3 is based on the global bike and hence its design is same. But, the overall build quality and fit-finish are superb. Also, the aggressive styling is matched by a comfortable riding position. The 321cc parallel-twin engine offers one of the smoothest riding experiences in its segment. But, priced at a premium the R3 doesn’t offer any modern features. Also, the lack of safety features like a slipper clutch makes it a bit less desirable.

4.4

₹3.39 Lakh*

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Yamaha R3 Competitors

Models	Visual Comparison	Engine	Power	Torque	Mileage	Kerb weight	Seat height	Compare
Yamaha R3 ₹3.39 Lakh*		321 cc	41 bhp	29.5 Nm @ 9000 rpm	-	169 kg	780 mm
KTM RC 390 ₹3.23 Lakh*		373.27 cc	42.91 bhp @ 9000 rpm	37 Nm @ 7000 rpm	28.9 kmpl	172 kg	835 mm	R3 vs RC 390
Yamaha MT 03 ₹3.30 Lakh*		321 cc	41.43 bhp @ 1750 rpm	29.5 Nm @ 9,000 rpm	-	167 kg	780 mm	R3 vs MT 03
KTM 390 Duke ₹3.00 Lakh*		398.63 cc	45.3 bhp @ 8500 rpm	39 Nm @ 6500 rpm	35 kmpl	168.3 kg	820 mm	R3 vs 390 Duke
BMW G 310 RR ₹2.99 - ₹3.05 Lakh*		312.12 cc	33.5 bhp @ 9700 rpm	27 .3 Nm @ 7700 rpm	30.3 kmpl	-	8R1R1 mm	R3 vs G 310 RR
TVS Apache RR 310 ₹2.58 - ₹3.11 Lakh*		312.2 cc	37.55 bhp @ 9800 rpm	29 Nm @ 7900 rpm	40 kmpl	174 kg	810 mm	R3 vs Apache RR 310
BMW G 310 R ₹2.90 Lakh*		313 cc	25 bhp(34 ps) @9500 rpm	28 Nm @ 7500 rpm	30.3 kmpl	-	785 mm	R3 vs G 310 R
Zontes GK 350 ₹3.22 Lakh*		348 cc	38.2 bhp @ 9500 rpm	32.8 Nm @ 7500 rpm	31.25 kmpl	-	795 mm	R3 vs GK 350
TVS Apache RTR 310 ₹2.21 - ₹2.87 Lakh*		312.12 cc	35.11 bhp @ 9700 rpm	28.7 Nm @ 6650 rpm	30 kmpl	169 kg	800 mm	R3 vs Apache RTR 310
Aprilia RS 457 ₹4.24 Lakh*		457 cc	46.93 bhp @ 9400 rpm	43.5 Nm @ 6700 rpm	30 kmpl	-	800 mm	R3 vs RS 457

R3 Owner Reviews

4.4

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4.8

Comfort

4.6

Design

4.4

Reliability & Maintenance

4.4

Mileage & Performance

4.1

Features

4.8

Comfort

4.6

Design

4.4

Reliability & Maintenance

4.4

Mileage & Performance

4.1

Features

4.8

Comfort

4.6

Design

4.4

Reliability & Maintenance

4.4

Mileage & Performance

4.1

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Ngurchamliana Ralte

3.0

2 Feb 2026

Entry-Level Sports

This is an excellent entry-level sports bike in the 300cc segment. With high RPM and strong torque, it stands out among its peers. The low seat height and comfortable riding posture make it ideal for first-time riders. It’s perfect for daily commuting, sporty rides, and speed enthusiasts alike.

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Deepak Mangalore

5.0

5 Oct 2025

Comfortable Ride, Strong Performance

It’s very comfortable to ride, and the design is also impressive. I really like the power, and Yamaha delivers great performance. I truly like this bike it’s a nice one.

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Lucky N

5.0

11 May 2025

Too much good

Very excellent bike. Too much good better performance, good looking very much aura. Too comfortable and so much better and good cylinder. Prices are good. Available in colors too good and much best bike.

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Hitesh dangar

4.4

19 Dec 2023

The bike offers competitive mileage within its category, making it an attractive option for users looking for a sporty yet efficient motorcycle.

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Sdff

4.4

19 Dec 2023

It features a lightweight and agile chassis that offers excellent handling characteristics. Its diamond-type steel frame provides rigidity while keeping the overall weight low.

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Latest Updates on R3

15th December 20253 months ago

Yamaha has quietly withdrawn the Yamaha R3 and MT-03 from the Indian market, drawing the curtain on two motorcycles that were intended to revive the brand's presence in the mid-capacity segment.

3rd October 20255 months ago

Yamaha Motor India has announced a price reduction for its R3 and MT-03 models in the lineup, effective October 2025. This adjustment follows the government's recent GST reduction for bikes with a capacity below 350cc, from 28% to 18%. So, the Yamaha R3 is now priced at Rs 3.39 lakh, which was earlier at Rs 3.60 lakh (ex-showroom).

31st January 20251 year ago

India Yamaha Motor (IYM) has reduced the prices of its flagship motorcycles, the R3 and MT-03, by Rs 1.10 lakh. The Yamaha MT-03 is now priced at Rs 3.5 lakh (ex-showroom), and the R3 is now priced at Rs 3.6 lakh (ex-showroom). The new prices will be effective from 1 February 2025.

30th January 20251 year ago

Yamaha Motor India is set to expand its footprint in the multi-cylinder motorcycle segment once again. After bringing in the YZF-R3 and MT-03, the brand has now patented the 2025 Yamaha R3 in India. The updated model follows Yamahas latest R-series design language and is expected to arrive via the CBU route sometime in 2025.

1st July 20241 year ago

Yamaha India is offering an attractive bonus with its Yamaha R3 model in the form of an exclusive welcome kit. This move is a strategic effort to capture the attention of potential customers and draw them towards the model.

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Yamaha R3 & MT-03 Discontinued: Imports Halted, Stock Out!

Yamaha R3 & MT-03 Discontinued: Imports Halted, Stock Out!

15 December 2025

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Yamaha MT-03 And R3 Prices Reduced Following The Recent GST Cuts

Yamaha MT-03 And R3 Prices Reduced Following The Recent GST Cuts

03 October 2025

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Prashant Kumar

Yamaha R3 & MT-03 Receives Major Price Drop, Now Starts At Rs 3.5 Lakh

Yamaha R3 & MT-03 Receives Major Price Drop, Now Starts At Rs 3.5 Lakh

31 January 2025

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Shipranshu Pandey

Yamaha Gets Patent Approval For the 2025 R3 In India: Details

Yamaha Gets Patent Approval For the 2025 R3 In India: Details

30 January 2025

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Yogesh Bhardwaj

2025 Yamaha R3 Launched: New Design, Features and More

2025 Yamaha R3 Launched: New Design, Features and More

10 October 2024

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