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Yamaha
YZF-R3
RH07unverified·
2015-2018
sport
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Price (AUD)
$4k–$6.5kest. Aug 2026
Type
Sport
Origin
Japan
Built in
Indonesia
Overview
The first generation YZF-R3 (RH07) was Yamaha's answer to the Kawasaki Ninja 300, bringing a rev-happy 321cc twin that became a massive success on the road and in production racing. Despite its aggressive supersport styling, it has relatively high clip-on bars, making it comfortable enough for daily commuting.
Engines & variants
321cc Inline Twin (LAMS) LAMS approved
Under the limits as standard. No restriction required.
Config
Parallel twin
Capacity
321cc
Power
30.9kW @ 10750rpm
Torque
29.6Nm @ 9000rpm
Seat height
780mm
Weight
169kg wet
Final drive
Chain
Cooling
Liquid
ABS
Standard
Traction control
None
0–100
~5.5sunverified
Top speed
~175km/hunverified
Fuel
14L
Economy
4.2 L/100km
Service
10,000km / 12 months
Transmission
6-speed
Valve clearance interval
40,000km
Timing chain / belt / gear
Chain-driven
Pros
- Brilliant, high-revving engine that is great for highway and track
- Low seat height makes it very approachable
- Huge aftermarket support
Cons
- Standard brakes feel slightly wooden
- Suspension is soft and easily overwhelmed by heavier riders
Known problems
high
Clutch pressure plate bearing failure
A factory recall on early R3s where the clutch pressure plate bearing could fail, resulting in clutch loss or transmission lockup.
Fix: Check the VIN with a Yamaha dealer to confirm the recall has been performed.
medium
Gear shift torsion spring breakage
Another known recall for the RH07 models; the shift shaft torsion spring can break, stranding the bike in gear.
Fix: Confirm recall completion or replace with the updated spring part.
unverified marks a figure we could not confirm against a manufacturer source. It is our best reading of what is published, not a checked fact — confirm it yourself before you spend money on the strength of it.
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