Yamaha R3 price and specifications
Yamaha R3, a in the sports class 321 cc model by Yamaha. A2 licence required. Türkiye list price 641,500 ₺ (November 2026).
Yamaha R3 specifications
| Engine capacity | 321 cc |
|---|---|
| Power | 41.4 hp |
| Torque | 29.6 Nm |
| Weight | 169 kg |
| Seat height | 780 mm |
| Fuel tank | 14 L |
| Consumption | 4 L/100 km |
| ABS | Yes |
| Licence | A2 |
| Type | Sports |
Yamaha R3 generation history
- 2015–2018 · 1st generation: Launched with a 321 cc parallel twin.
- 2019–2024 · Facelift: New fairing and 37 mm KYB upside-down (USD) fork.
- 2025– · Update: R1-inspired new fairing, narrow seat, slipper clutch, LCD with Bluetooth.
Yamaha R3 known problems
- Recall: oil pump (2015–2016): On R3s built in the USA between January 2015 and April 2016 (NHTSA 16V459, 11,280 units), the oil pump drive gear could break, leaving the engine without oil and causing it to seize; a newly designed pump was fitted. It was also carried out in other countries as part of a global campaign.
- Recall: clutch pressure plate bearing (2015–2016): In the same period (NHTSA 16V460), the clutch pressure plate bearing could break because of an insufficient load rating, and the clutch might not disengage; the bearing was replaced.
- Recall: front brake hose bracket (2019): In Australia the bracket was replaced on 2019 R3s because the front brake hose bracket could come off, causing the hose to rub on the fork and hydraulic fluid to leak.
- Recall: rear reflector and VIN label: In the USA, campaigns were run for the rear reflector on 300 cc models (including the R3) and for an incorrect certification label on 2019–2020 R3/MT-03 models.
When buying a used Yamaha R3
- On 2015–2016 models, verify with documentation that the oil pump and clutch bearing campaigns were carried out.
- On 2019 models, check the front brake hose bracket and look for rub marks on the hose.
- Pull the clutch lever and check for any drag when changing gear.
Price
List price: 641,500 ₺ (November 2026 recommended retail price). Prices are the recommended retail prices announced by the distributor and may vary by dealer.
Yamaha R3 rivals
- Honda CBR500R — 623,250 ₺, 47 hp
- Kawasaki Ninja 500 — 618,000 ₺, 45 hp
- Yamaha R3 70th Anniversary — 666,000 ₺, 41 hp
- Kawasaki Ninja 500 SE — 674,000 ₺, 45 hp
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