2023 YAMAHA YZF-R3

****** This unit is located at Central Mass Powersports****** 1. What Is the 2023 Yamaha YZF-R3
It’s a lightweight sportbike (a “supersport” style) from Yamaha, part of their R-series.
Designed to be accessible: relatively low seat height, manageable weight, and good for both beginners and intermediate riders.
Styling is inspired by Yamaha’s MotoGP machinery (the YZR-M1), giving it aggressive, aerodynamic fairings.
ABS (anti-lock brakes) is standard.
2. Engine & Performance
Engine: 321cc, liquid-cooled, inline twin (parallel twin), DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder.
Power: ~41. 4 hp (30. 9 kW) at around 10,750 rpm.
Torque: ~29. 6 Nm at ~9,000 rpm.
Compression ratio: 11. 2:1.
Fuel delivery: Fuel injection.
Transmission: 6-speed, multiplate wet clutch.
Final drive: Chain.
Uses Yamaha’s DiASIL engine block (a high-silicon aluminum alloy) for better heat dissipation and efficiency.
High-rev design: tuned to be exciting up high but also usable in regular riding.
3. Chassis, Suspension & Brakes
Front suspension: Inverted (USD) fork, 5. 1 in travel.
Rear suspension: Monocross single shock, adjustable preload, 4. 9 in travel.
Brakes:
Front: 298 mm disc + ABS.
Rear: 220 mm disc + ABS.
Wheels & Tires: 10-spoke cast aluminum wheels, front tire 110/70-17, rear 140/70-17.
Balanced weight distribution (“near 50/50” front/rear) for good handling.
4. Dimensions & Weight
Seat height: 30. 7 inches (780 mm) — relatively accessible.
Wheelbase: 54. 3 inches (1379 mm).
Rake / Trail: 25° rake, 3. 7 in trail.
Ground clearance: ~6. 3 in (160 mm).
Fuel capacity: 3. 7 gallons (14 litres).
Wet weight (full of fluids): ~375 lb (170 kg).