Yamaha R3 2015 vs. Yamaha R1 2016

Yamaha R3 2015

Yamaha R1 2016

Overview - Yamaha R3 2015 vs Yamaha R1 2016

Yamaha R3 2015

Yamaha R1 2016

Technical Specifications Yamaha R3 2015 compared to Yamaha R1 2016

Yamaha R3 2015

Yamaha R1 2016

Yamaha R3 2015

Yamaha R1 2016

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	68 mm	Bore	79 mm
Stroke	Stroke	44.1 mm	Stroke	50.9 mm
Engine power	Engine power	42 HP	Engine power	200 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	10,750 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	13,500 rpm
Torque	Torque	29.6 Nm	Torque	112.4 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	9,000 rpm	Rpm at Torque	11,500 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	11.2	Compression Ratio	13
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	2	Cylinders	4
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Valves per cylinder	Valves per cylinder	4	Valves per cylinder	4
Valves	Valves	DOHC	Valves	DOHC
Cooling	Cooling	liquid	Cooling	liquid
Displacement	Displacement	321 ccm	Displacement	998 ccm

Chassis

Frame type	Frame type	Twin Tube	Frame type	Deltabox

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Single disk	Type	Double disk

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Launch-Control, Traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	110 mm	Front tyre width	120 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	70 %	Front tyre height	70 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	17 inch	Front tyre diameter	17 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	140 mm	Rear tyre width	190 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	70 %	Rear tyre height	55 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Length	Length	2,090 mm	Length	2,055 mm
Width	Width	720 mm	Width	690 mm
Height	Height	1,135 mm	Height	1,150 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,380 mm	Wheelbase	1,405 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	780 mm	Seat Height	855 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	169 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	199 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	14 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	17 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A2	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

Yamaha R3 2015

Yamaha sees its R3 more in line with the equally versatile Kawasaki Ninja 300, but the price is even higher than that of the KTM390. This makes the YZF-R3 a premium product, which is a bold decision in this class. But the overall package offers corresponding value: sporty engine, stable chassis, strong brakes, sensational top speed. Direct comparison will show who really has the edge. In any case, the R3 is a hot contender for the number 1 spot.

transparent, precise front

strong brakes

lively engine

sensational top speed

relaxed geometry

in detail some unattractive parts

high price

Yamaha R1 2016

Yamaha's high-tech rocket is still a technological leader in 2016. Radical, polarising and fascinating, it sets powerful lap times. It is closer to the race bikes than the other 1000s. In the meantime, no one grumbles about the front. Without the "M", it is the best choice for those who don't need Öhlins anyway, or the best choice for those who are planning a racetrack conversion anyway and like to install "normal" Öhlins hardware without electric stuff.

Lively handling

high-revving and precisely controllable engine

excellent electronics package

Shift assistant only for upshifting