MAW Enterprises Pvt. Ltd, the authorized dealer of Yamaha motorcycles in Nepal has launched another super sports bike, Yamaha YZF R3 in the Nepali market. The price of the bike is quite high in Nepal. It is a beautiful bike and the most loved bikes by the bike enthusiast of Nepal. The bike has a high displacement and has a featherweight as compared to other rival company’s sports bike in the same engine segment. The Yamaha R3 is the descendant of the legendary Yamaha R1 series bike and is easy to operate the bike. It is one of the best fully faired sports bike in the 300 c segment bikes in the market. The MAW enterprise has set placed the Yamaha R3 price in Nepal at RS 9, 24,900.
Yamaha YZF R3 Overview
The latest techniques like mass centralization and center of gravity balancing techniques, used in the bike enhance the high performance and safety. Additionally, the lightweight body offers smooth handling and the riding position is specially designed to offer the safe riding experience to the rider.
Engine and performance
The all-new Yamaha YZF R3 is fitted with the latest technology BSIV, 321cc, parallel-twin, liquid-cooled engine that churns out a maximum power of s 42BHP @10,750RPM and a maximum torque of 29.6Nm @ 9000RPM. The liquid-cooled 4 stroke engine is mated to a 6-speed gearbox.
The Yamaha R3 offers superior performance and is easy to handle. The bike is equipped with a long swingarm for additional stability. The most noticeable feature of the bike is that it comes with the latest combustion analysis technology to ensure the sufficient volume of air and fuel mixture, to promote rapid combustion.
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Design and Features
Yamaha R3 shares some similarity with it, previous 2018 model. There are few significant changes incorporated in the Yamaha YZF-R3 2019 model to give it a refreshing new look. Body graphics and stickers are new. It has beautiful styling along with other noticeable upgrades. The new 2019 model R3 has racing-derived elements like direct-drive camshaft and low friction pistons. The bike 2 m long, 720mm wide and has a height of 1.1m. The ground clearance of 160mm is also a nice feature and is idle for the rough road surfaces of Nepal.
Talking about the design, the Yamaha R3 shares similar design cues with its sibling R25. Both bikes share similar panels, frames, and similar dimension. The fully-faired performance-oriented motorcycle has an edgy and aggressive look that can attract anyone. Looking at the bike, we can say that the bike is inspired by the bigger models in the YZY-R series. The sharp front end with angular twin-pod headlight gives a sporty look to the bike.
The bike comes with a large windscreen to protect the rider from the wind and improved aerodynamics compliment the muscular fuel tank. It also has the premium features like the semi-digital instrument cluster, LED taillights, a larger windscreen, stubby silencer, and a wider rear tyre, which enhances the sporty appeal of the bike. High ground clearance is also another significant feature of the new Yamaha YZF R3.
Braking and Safety
Braking duties of the Yamaha YZF R3 are handled by a 298mm disc at the front and a 220mm disc at the rear. The dual-channel ABS (Anti-Lock Braking System) is now standard on the model lineup. The ABS system enhances the braking mechanism of the bike and offers better control and safe riding experience. The old model of the R3 the ABS system, but the new model comes with the improved braking performance.
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Suspension duties of this fully-faired bike are taken care of by the telescopic forks at the front and monoshock absorber at the rear, which provides a smooth riding experience. The all-new Yamaha R3 features Metzeler Sportec M5 tyres for better grip in the rough and slippery surfaces.
Fuel efficiency
The Yamaha R3 is a performance-oriented bike. If you are looking for a fuel-efficient bike, you are knocking at the wrong door. The high-performance bike delivers a mileage of a mere 30kmpl on high way condition. On the rough road surface, the bike returns a lower mileage.
Yamaha YZF R3 Specifications:
Engine type: Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, DOHC, 4-valve
Displacement: 321 cc
Bore & Stroke: 68.0 mm × 44.1 mm
Compression ratio: 11.2: 1
Maximum power: 30.9 kW (42.0 PS) @10,750 rpm
Maximum torque: 29.6 Nm @9,000 rpm
Lubrication System: Wet sump
Clutch type: Wet Multiple-disc
Transmission System: Constant-mesh, 6-speed
Fuel Tank: 14.0L
Ground Clearance: 160mm
Frame: Diamond
Front Suspension System: Telescopic fork
Rear Suspension System: Swingarm
Wheel travel (Front): 130 mm
Wheel travel (Rear): 125 mm
Trail: 95 mm
Brake type (Front): Hydraulic single disc (298 mm)
Brake type (Rear): Hydraulic single disc (220 mm)
Front tire: METZELER / SPORTEC M5 INTERACT 110/70R-17M/C 54H (Tubeless)
Rear tire: METZELER / SPORTEC M5 INTERACT 140/70R-17M/C 66H (Tubeless)
Yamaha YZF R3 Price in Nepal & Availability
The Yamaha YZF R3 bike price in Nepal is quoted at 9,24,900 NPR and compete against the likes of Kawasaki Ninja 300, the KTM RC390, Benelli 302R and TVS Apache RR 310. The Yamaha R3 is a complete package of speed and performance. It can be your daily commuting partner if you can afford to buy this sporty beast. The Yamaha R3 is available in two beautiful colors of- Racing Blue and magma Black.