2016 Yamaha R3 Review

[@marce18123]

I actually love that it has an analog tach. Too many newer bikes are going all digital.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Yes I suspect the analogue tach is going the way of the dodo - I wonder how many we'll see in 15 years time?

[@mrtobiasreiper4714]

@@TheMissendenFlyer But many bikes make the sacrifice by not giving gear position indicator if they are giving analog tachometer.

[@seancorrigan3531]

@@mrtobiasreiper4714 I only started riding in 2017 but I was taught from the ground up to count my gears so I would never need a gear indicator

[@Mystah-B]

Boy I love Europe. Getting my first bike in several months and the R3 is at the top of the list thus far. This video only makes me want one more. Well done.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

+Mistah B You'll love it - thanks for watching - TMF

[@piers132]

I used to live in this neck of the woods and I can not wait to revisit it when I get my r3!

[@johnDukemaster]

Very well done Mr Flyer! I'm impressed that these "small" machines nowadays are so capable as they are. And I think you hit the nail when you test these impressing bikes and makes these lovely reviews of yours. Keep them coming! :-)

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

+John Mård Thank you John, very kind of you and will do!

[@NikolajA1995]

Nice review. :-) I have done 16.000 km on my 2015 R3 so far. Amazing and comfortable bike. About the sound I hurried to buy a akroprovic slip-on and it sounds so much better now. Topspeed is 185 km/h (GPS) on the highway. The bike is great for touring, I have been on several trips with over 1.000 km in a day, and I am still not sore in the butt from sitting on it. I would more call it a sporttouring than a sportsbike. :-) It's a fast and also very forgiving bike, perfect for starters but also perfect for experienced people. But now I am saving up for a more adventure bike now to switch it with in a years time now, maybe. :-) Amazing bike tho. Oh and it is not EURO4, which is why is has been discontinued for 2017, and the next 'new' R3's will first be ready for 2018 (so the dealer told me). So they are selling all the 2015 and 2016's models this year - and from what I have been told then they have a lot of them. :P

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

+NikolajA1995 Thanks for that and for watching, all the best - TMF

[@MarcoLoves360gamer]

@@TheMissendenFlyer is it really confortable? I want to move from car and i dont have any experience i want to use the bike for work but also to travel all around uk. And have nice sports look. I was thinking about getting the ninja 300 so is this a better choice?

[@dizza4879]

Hey MissendenFlyer, Not sure if you still read these old comments, just commenting to say - small world! This was my Yamaha R3 I picked up in 2018, was a lovely bike to ride, did plenty of journeys and snapped some fantastic pictures with it! Unfortunately, it ended up being stolen, but thanks for the fantastic review, and the even better story I can tell people about how TMF reviewed my first bike, haha!

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Wow how good is that!! Not the getting stolen bit, the small world bit....what a shame, great first bike!

[@richgoulborn]

I bought one of these as my first bike about 9 months ago and I'm loving it. I paid $6000 here in Australia which I though was an an absolute steal for a brand new bike. Just put on a tail tidy and an Akrapovic slip on to make it look and sound better. Great little bike for someone getting into motorcycling.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

+Richie G Nice one Richie, glad you like the bike, I really enjoyed my go on it...all the best - TMF

[@hanoitripper1809]

Did you grow out of it as your 1st bike? Im considering it as my 1st to get used to riding

[@lesliekirkland5783]

Bought one of these bikes 18 months ago. Great bike and fabulous little engine. Lots of fun.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Agreed…

[@TD402dd]

After watching the video again, it became apparent you are well schooled and enunciate your words very well. There was a time long ago when people were referred to as speaking the Queen's English.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Thank you very much....

[@flyingcatsofthesalishsea.]

My most favourite things Yamaha, spitfires and hurricanes ...best r3 vid sir

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Thank you Michael!

[@flyingcatsofthesalishsea.]

@@TheMissendenFlyer I took a frezze frame pic of your pic, with the r3 in front of the mighty, unsung super hero, the Hawker Hurricane. Do another one of the MT-09 infront of the superlative, supermarine spitfire...that would frekin cool

[@Jonny_Haas]

I really love this motorcycle!.. And this color is beautiful!

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

+Stan Mitchell Yes, I really enjoyed riding it too...

[@ianblazely8450]

Thanks for the review.. mmmm The speedo was blurred at times.. was it foggy that day?? lol ahahaha Thanks again

[@118willfitz]

loving the look of the Yamaha r3,I also love the fact you ride any size engine ,ie from a 125 up to the big 1000s,another great video mate ,already looking forward to the next one

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

+will fitzpatrick Thank you Will, I love riding any motorcycle regardless of size, I think those that just "go large" are missing out. Thanks for watching - TMF

[@aesonvirus]

I've had my 2016 Matte Gray R3 about a year now and I agree, it's great for what it is. I took about 20 years off from riding and wanted something fun and forgiving when I got back into it again. The R3 fit the bill nicely for me. Great for my 100 mile round trip commutes and so much fun on curvy back country roads. I wish the brakes and tires were a little better but they're nothing that can't be upgraded and understood based on the price of the bike. The bike has been a lot of fun to mod as well. So many little things to make it unique and your own. I'll probably ride it for one more year before selling her off to the next guy who has similar needs to mine when I bought it and trading up to something a little different.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

+aesonvirus Nice one - glad you've enjoyed the bike, thanks for stopping by- all the best - TMF

[@richard0807]

A lot to be said for having a bike like this for the everyday commute - enough power, nimble and light for filtering in heavy traffic, and not a gas guzzler. I have a cbr300f for precisely these reasons (live in Bangkok and, well, you've probably heard about the traffic woes here). I just find it a bit like hard work on the longer trips, especially seat comfort, so I guess that's where a bigger, touring focused bike comes into the reckoning. Anyways, thanks for the upload. Ever thought of doing a Thailand tour? It's an amazing country and the bird-watching is awesome!

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

+richard0807 We talking birds with feathers or something else?? ;0)

[@alexanderway3734]

That's funny, just came across this review of my exact bike! It's the demo bike from Powerbiking in High Wycombe 😂 had it about a month now so I guess this video was shot a little while ago?

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

+Alexander Way Hehe, yes that's the one - I actually filmed this a few weeks back the day after storm Doris hit - great bike, how are you getting on with it?

[@alexanderway3734]

TheMissendenFlyer loving it so far, it's my second one (The first got stolen from outside my girlfriend's house 😔). It's honestly a near perfect combination of power and comfort for me. All it's missing is that tiny bit of practicality to carry a few more things. Nice review by the way!

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

+Alexander Way Bad luck on the bike being nicked :0( ....so are there no aftermarket luggage options available then?

[@michaelgreenway6400]

I've had mine for 6 months. Only have 1,900 miles on it! I love it

[@KayoMichiels]

I would advise to get a Qbag 06 passenger seat bag: strap it under the seat and the zip will allow you to take it off. www.polo-motorrad.de/media/catalog/product/cache/1/image/1500x1500/9df78eab33525d08d6e5fb8d27136e95/d/e/de000434494.jpg

[@udug3583]

Got a CBR 600 F4i for my wife as a 1st bike, got myself a Kawasaki ZX6R 636 for myself.... but she could not handle the CBR just just traded it for 2016 Yamaha r3... nice little bike!

[@thedonners34]

I have watched this review so many times before I got mine. Still watch it even after I have one exactly like this one in the vid. I have to say I absolutely love mine!!! And yes @TheMissendenFlyer it is awesome for lane filtering, do it all the time no worries. I have racked up over 13k km's on my R3. About to get a slip on exhaust to give the sound a bit of a boost!!

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Thanks for the multiple watches!

[@Richz2]

There are some very good sport bikes now in the 300/400 bracket. It would be interesting to see if KTM develop their RC390 into perhaps a 690cc?

[@motaku_th]

Funny that you release this video now and my co-worker just picked up one of these yesterday haha. I must agree they sound surprisingly good in stock form for a little twin tho! It certainly punches a little bit above its weight too I reckon.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

+MrFriday00 Year I agree, surprised me how much I enjoyed riding this one. Thanks for watching - TMF

[@rockyp3917]

Wow! That weather is bad cold, rainy and windy.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

About standard for Blighty!

[@rockyp3917]

@@TheMissendenFlyer Ha ha 😂 it gets like that here in Adelaide for two weeks/year.

[@scorp4165]

Hoping to pass my test soon and was torn between mt07 and the r3. currently have yzf r125. keep getting drawn back to the R3 and this vid may have clinched it. Very sensible and clear appraisal.Will keep watching.Thanks

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

+scorp4165 Cheers and best of luck with the test!

[@alansmilealot]

scorp4165 you pass yet?

[@colinoz]

I have the MT03, which is basically an R3 without fairing. After 1000kms on the odo, I’m wanting the MT07.

[@ANDY1985UK2011]

@@colinoz shame they didn't make a sport version with the MT 07 engine id pay 7 grand for that but the r6 at 11 grand is too much for me

[@colinoz]

Andy G funny you say that. I was just talking to a mate about it. Yamaha would dominate that market if they had a sports MT07 version. 11 g for an R6?? That’s cheap..

[@cammydough3184]

Fantastic review! Gave all the information I was looking for 👍

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Glad it was helpful!

[@shingnosis]

I think this is one of the best bikes on sale today, just such a lovely little all-rounder and fantastic for b-roads trashing. Also comfy enough for touring and great for a commute. People in general just buy way too big bikes, maybe it's some kind of macho insecurity thing. Sure, a 300-400cc bike is not going to give you much in the way of pub bragging rights but if you're into motorcycling to actually ride the things you don't need much more that this.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Yes I tend to agree with much of what you’ve said - thanks for watching and for stopping by!

[@peeweepierce5798]

As always great review and blast from my past round wycombe, didn't change much.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

+Peewee Pierce Thanks as ever - always good to have you along!

[@kavanaghreeves8807]

Brilliant review as always!! A great bracket to a look at (A2) as I'm sure many of your viewers are at that age now like myself! Beautiful bike, looks a lot bigger than it is! Sounds to be a good bike for a commuter like myself :)

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

+Anonymous Biker 100% would make a great commuter I reckon. Thanks for watching once again - TMF

[@jfeijen5131]

That thing is amazing. These will be a very good canidate for when I get my A2

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

+J Feijen Yes definitely add one of these to your test ride list! I think you'll like it - looks and sounds good too. Thanks for watching - TMF

[@owenwales4328]

TheMissendenFlyer - 'test ride list' - Not possible with an A2 no one will give you a test ride. In my opinion the biggest problem with this market, people are expected to buy them blind.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

+Owen Wales What! That's pants....

[@upy790]

Owen Wales I got a test ride on a CBR500, with an A2 licence,

[@steveb1297]

Nice review as always TMF. I'm thinking about one of these as a little play thing. Just sold my Street Triple R 2012 for a 17 plate CB500X for the everyday commute and light touring. The CRF250L seems a bit redundant now as my CB500X does most of what I bought the CRF250L for (I was never going to use it off-road). So the Yam fits nicely for something nippy and revvy to give a nice blend of everyday riding fun while ticking 90% of the biking I'd do.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

+Steve B Fair do’s - have you tried the R3 though? It’s a lovely machine but I reckon you might find it under powered after your Street Triple....

[@steveinskip4897]

That's a great bike for young riders. Wow! Nice and light. Lovely looking aswell. Indonesian labour rates are way cheaper than Japanese....probably one reason for the cheap prices.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

+Steve Inskip Yes you are probably right, but that's all the better for us riders if they keep building top value machines like these...thanks for watching once again Steve - all the best - TMF

[@jackwednesday]

As always, fantastic reviews

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Thank you Jack....

[@paraspacescalar]

this motorbike is crazy popular in Singapore and Malaysia. just that Malaysia has the 250 variant. But nonetheless, an amazing sounding bike especially with aftermarket exhaust. anyways, great review there mate!!

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

+Anuar Hassan Thank you Anuar, and I can see why it would be popular, great sounding and looking bike IMO. Thanks for watching and for the kind words - all the best - TMF

[@Pippa_85]

Really like the r3. I ride an r125 during the riding season as it's so cheap to run!!! Much cheaper than my car! Have been tempted with the r3!!!!!! Great review as always

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

+Aj Pipkin I reckon the R3 would be nearly as economical and potentially a lot of fun....time for an upgrade maybe?? :0)

[@Pippa_85]

I agree...def time for an upgrade after seeing your review. I best get some overtime in at work haha

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

+Aj Pipkin ....go for it :0)

[@tzartrex]

3 years on and there's some bargains on pre reg models and almost new ex demos... had a 125 a few years ago before uni. doing my a2 soon, looking at this and its naked twin mt03... Seen both on deals for around £4k! just insurance worrying me as a new ish rider! Wonderful review mate.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Thank you....

[@bremcrumbs5450]

"Its a sunny day"

[@plymouthjanner8940]

Another Great Review. Keep up the good work TMF.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

+Plymouth Janner Thank you - will try my best!

[@buddylove4882]

Good day mate.Which bike was more fun to ride between the R3 and the GSXR-125?

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

I reckon the R3.....

[@iantownsend5600]

Great review!! Definitely want one

[@deniscalvert6826]

great review my first full licence bike was a kawasaki Kh400s3 and I stayed around that level for years rd350 cb400 you get the picture, there seems to be a obsession towards big hp I myself have a crosstourer so got the bug as well. What was it like in the strong winds did you have to use the gears a lot. I don't know how old you are our when you first got into bikes but I have got a 1979 honda 400 superdream wondering how it compares to that. Thanks for the great reviews really enjoy them Denis

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

+Denis Calvert Cheers Denis, yes you do have to use the gears but that's part of the fun of it isn't it? The bike handled the strong winds OK, it was particularly bad that day...thanks for watching and for the kind words - TMF

[@markojovanovic9837]

In term of performance which one is the best: the CRF 250 Mor the Yamaha r3?I now it is a completely different type of bike but for me, the style doesn't matter. Thanks for the reply.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

+marko jovanovic The R3 by a country mile!

[@jaxonfox9298]

I have the exact bike color and everything and I love it

[@jasonweimann645]

Haha so do I! I actually just bought it about two weeks ago

[@jaxonfox9298]

Yeah I've had it for about a year now still going great

[@fireblade8905]

Great review now I'm torn between getting that or a 600cc motorbike. I'm currently riding a 125cc

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

+Fire Blade890 Mmm tricky one, depends on which 600 I guess?

[@UnknownProdrive]

Fire Blade890 Get the 600cc.

[@pradnish]

Great review as always. Would you say this is a sports tourer? If so, between this and the CBR 250R, which one would you pick?

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

I wouldn't call this a sports tourer...

[@TD402dd]

Be glad you have the stepped license system. In the USA they turn 18 year kids loose on Hayabusa with little or no experience. We are sadly lacking in protecting the youth from their own immaturity. I had the Triumph Sprint RS 955i for twelve years, but when I bought my most recent bike I bought the R3. It fits me well with significant changes in tires, pipes, seat, etc.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Yes I must admit, annoying and complex as our system is, it is there for good reason - thanks for watching and for stopping by - TMF

[@automap3899]

Another good review. I like the format of your reviews. Keep them coming! I'd like to see VFR1200F, VFR1200 crosstourer, KTM 690 Duke, S1000RR, K1300S if you can wangle a go on them ;o) Regards

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

+Auto map At least one of those is "in the can" already and another is on its way ;0)

[@automap3899]

TheMissendenFlyer glad to hear it 😉

[@hudsonrilke]

Very nice. You enjoyed that. Looks great. Talking about weight the Mcn guys seemed to enjoy the new Fireblade cos it's light, around 200 kg wet.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

+hudsonrilke Yes, light is good as far as I'm concerned, would like a crack at the new Fireblade too!

[@hudsonrilke]

TheMissendenFlyer all those new superbikes look the business. Not for an oldie like me

[@Jack-ur9to]

Perfect start bike then? Looking for something for the summer to start on, definitely been looking into these

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Perfect machine to learn your craft...

[@Jack-ur9to]

TheMissendenFlyer yeah, I had a 50cc a while ago so I have some basic riding skills, but a lot of people suggest the transition to a 300 is too much and shouldn’t go no higher than a 125, but I don’t think a 300 could cause too much trouble personally

[@MerlinMan1579]

Always enjoy your reviews. I have recently sold my Honda 600f4i and want something newer without breaking the bank. I do the odd short 80 mile tour with 15kg of gear, and really like windy mountain roads. I love lightweight and nimble bikes, I like a bit of bottom end poke but am not interested in a ridiculous top speed. Would you recommend this bike as a suitable ride for me?

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

+Merlin Man Certainly worth a try, I really enjoyed it, may not be quite enough bottom end poke for you is my only concern....

[@robertniemiec8146]

I’m looking to get back into riding after not owning a bike for about ten years. There is so many great choices nowadays that I’m finding it hard to choose between the low cc bikes that one can buy. R3 is great little super bike, ninja 400 great value, and 2017 ninja 300 with 0 miles on them are super cheap where I live. Ninja300 holds 17 litres and is 4000cdn $. The 400 is awesome but the 650 is bigger and more comfortable and I might go for that in the future after getting my full licence back. I’m looking to buy and keep a little cc bike for the track for a long while while commuting and working on getting my full license. Which low cc bike do you prefer after riding so many of them?

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

I liked the R3 personally....

[@robertniemiec8146]

@@TheMissendenFlyer people seem to really like that bike. I don’t know why but the rims in blue on it remind me of a 1997 katana 600 that I used to own. The r3 also reminds me of the rz350 a little.

[@Taitea_____]

Hello Missenden Flyer hope your well, coming in 2019 which would you prefer between yamaha r3 or ktm duke 390 considering, daily commute, plus touring and not to forget weekend rides.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

I'm a Duke 390 fan - that's what I'd have....

[@Taitea_____]

@@TheMissendenFlyer thnks mate, here in india in 1000 cheaper than r3 so i need your confirmation 😁😁, amma go with power tronics on the duke 390

[@johnwolfgang2236]

Is the Matt grey an awesome colour?After 10years will the faded Matt grey still look awesome ?

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Dunno, I don't see any reason why it should deteriorate if looked after....??

[@kevintaylor9330]

Great review. I was thinking of upgrading my MT125 to an R3 or MT03 till I saw the MPG figures. 56.7 MPG is less than I get from my Tracer 700. (Last tankful of 10 litres got me 143m which = 64MPG) So even though it does look cool, I think I'll keep my 120MPG 125 and save up for my Bobber. No good relying on Euromillions.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

.....you are right there Kevin....cheers for watching - TMF

[@tdunster2011]

+ Kevin Taylor - I get around 25km per litre of fuel from my R3 - which is around 300km per tank. The CBR300R is apparently quite a bit better again for fuel economy - and also a really nice bike.

[@ANDY1985UK2011]

tdunster2011 not bad then i've worked out that i get about 30km per litre of fuel from my MT 125 as i do 150 miles per week and fill up 8 litres every week

[@owenwishon9675]

Any chance of an MT-10 review in the future?🙄 Would love to see it if you could get your hands on one!

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

+Owen Wishon Yeah I would really love a go on one of those puppies, will be interesting to compare against the S1000R and the Super Duke R - Hopefully soon!

[@jonathanv4285]

Love the video, if you get the chance would love your opinion of the KTM RC390, another A2 option.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

+Jonathan Howell Not sure my local Dealer has a bike I could try, but I'll ask....stay tuned!

[@jonathanv4285]

Haha, no pressure, I'll enjoy your videos whatever you ride.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

+Jonathan Howell Thank you Jonathan...

[@poisonmans]

Great review. A well ridden one of those would give a much bigger sports bike a good run for its money in the twisties. A bit like a modern day RD 350.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

+poisonmans Yes I agree, a lot of fun maxing it out too...not something you can do on a litre bike on the road. Thanks for watching and for stopping by - all the best - TMF

[@RailsideSkate]

I wonder if we will get the naked version in the U.S. soon .... FZ03?

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

+Keith Schobert I'm surprised you havent!

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

+SunzOffski Aha! Fair point...

[@RailsideSkate]

You're probably right, unfortunately. Taken from a 'mature' adult (40 yrs. old) that rides a Hyosung GT250, smaller displacement bikes are more often than not the right tool for the job. Especially, urban commuting.

[@credotravel]

Thanks for the interesting review. I am now before choosing the first motorcycle. I consider either this model, or Yamaha MT-03, or Dominar 400...

[@bonnytrippler2966]

Another interesting review TMF - thanks. This is my local area too so will be stopping at Powerbiking soon to have a look round.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Well worth a look, tell Sam (the salesman) I sent you :0)

[@NewstieNut]

Brilliant video! When you say this bike is a2 friendly is that in the UK? As I do not (as of writing this) have a bike licence but am looking to acquire one and this is the bike I am thinking about for a 'first bike'

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

+Tom Newstead Yes it is Tom, this would make a brilliant first bike....good luck getting your licence! TMF

[@practicallyprinz]

So does the 2016 R3 have an 8L fuel tank? They claim the more modern ones have 14L. Friend of mine recently got a 2016 R3 and he was confused as to why his bike was chowing fuel but we realized it only fills to 8L

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

I can't remember - this was som time ago now! Google will know!

[@thedonners34]

@@TheMissendenFlyer Has a 14L tank, I usually get about 260km out of mine, 270 if I really push it, depends on how I ride her.

[@ryanm.191]

I’m looking for a bike for me at uni that’s cheap to buy, insure and run, but don’t want a 125 since I would need to get up to motorway speeds for a couple hours Is this much cheaper than other comparable 600cc bikes. Because I have found r6s second hand for 3.5. What gear and throttle range does the bike need to be at to go at motorway speeds? My only problems with this bike is that I don’t like the front from the side, not a massive dislike but I prefer a 2006 r6 front, and I’m not a fan of those skinny wheels

[@rich4896]

Ryan M. Get a more comfortable bike with a bigger engine. Upright riding position for town and motorway riding and the bigger engine will be fine with motorway speeds. With an R3, you’ll be in 6th gear at high revs. You don’t want that for a long time

[@joegardiner8076]

Any chance you could try and get on a cbr500r? And do a little comparison between them. I am just getting onto a2 now and they seem to be the top bikes when it comes to power, reliability and comfort.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

+Joe Gardiner Would love to Joe - will see what I can do!

[@joegardiner8076]

Brilliant, thanks for the reply and great video!

[@benstich3616]

Does it handle like a sports bike? I only sat on one and it felt like I was very upright

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Yes I think it does

[@pauldavies5199]

Great review and good looking bike. Curious to why they put conventional forks on that and USD's on the R125??

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

+Paul Davies Yes odd one that I agree!

[@spetersonmusic]

Great looking bike that has been around in the US for a while. The R3 is as nice if a 300cc as I've seen.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

+Scott Peterson Yes I agree, Yamaha have a blinder with this one, I really enjoyed riding it..sounds good too. Thanks for watching as ever - TMF

[@kronos_rides_about_a_bit6125]

You certainly seem more enthused on this ride than your last one on the bobber.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

+Kronos_rides_about_a_bit Don't be misled! ;0)

[@thomasgeser8486]

nice review 👍 good job have a great weekend everyone ✌

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

+Thomas Geser Thanks Thomas you too...

[@richierichbm]

Good video but I have one gripe..... De-restricted zone. There's no such thing, it's a 60mph limit. (national speed limit, single carriage) no idea why people call it de-restricted. But good video otherwise

[@diehardgabe]

I've only just started getting into bike and don't want a 125, would you recommend the r3 as a starter bike?

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Sure!

[@uberdude117]

Great commentary! thanks

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Thank you!

[@vivekbarchha]

What do you think about the rc390? Is it the best bang for the buck?

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

No I don't think so - check out my review >> kzbin.info/www/bejne/qYrXiqyajbiEeNk

[@vivekbarchha]

TheMissendenFlyer just watched it. Wow, ktm is way overpriced in the UK. Import duties?

[@blisteringfilth]

Hey man, love your videos. Any chance you could try and do a ninja 300 review? I find it really hard to find a review as good as yours on it and since a poor old lady ran my aprillia RS4 125 over I'm looking to get one. Cheers.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

+blisteringfilth Would love to but don't (yet) have a way of getting access to Kawasaki's...I'm working on it though!

[@unbroken-4471]

Very nice review and looks like an awesome bike :) Have read much about it. I wonder if this bike will fit me.... I'm 181 cm and about 87 kg (without gear). Will try one out when/if, fingers crossed, I pass my drivers license test in 3 weeks. Currently have A1 and have driven 3 different 125 cc over the years (but I'm old now.... :D) Thanks for any feedback, have a nice day from Sweden!

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Cheers - you too!

[@vivekbarchha]

Could you tell me why you blurred the speedo at one point during the video? KZbin can't be used as evidence for breaking the law??

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

...I've seen others do it, so just in case....

[@Sismodium]

Laws can be changed retroactively. It's not worth the risk.

[@YourMumsRightTit]

why do youtubers blank out the speedometer like you can’t figure out the speed they’re doing given the fps + white lines

[@borismcgillicutty3042]

Gsx250r or this?? I enjoyed your gsx reviee

[@Smoove233]

R3

[@MrVinnyh]

Looks a great starter bike, or commuter. I liked the clocks, but the little 300 only returns 57 mpg, I am getting 59 mpg from my GS (mind you I don't know what the 250 Suzuki X7 returned when I was learning) time to watch the bobber lol

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

+vince halls Sounds like a cracking evenings viewing Vince ;0)

[@haiderzulfiqar987]

can you tell me the name of place and the country from where you took the first turn right in the video plz

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

West Wycombe, England.....

[@tngchinghwa]

not sure if you have them in your region, but you should try the new CBR250RR

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

+Tony Tng I'll check it out - cheers!

[@mojo199]

apologies if silly question but would this work as a begginer bike?

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

+andi toja Very much so, great fun and very practical - an ideal beginners machine...

[@richwayatl8094]

Does this have a gear indicator on it?

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Cant remember...sorry!

[@ANDY1985UK2011]

after a few years of riding a 125 is this a good bike to get after passing DAS ? or would you reccomend the MT 07 over this?

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

I'd go MT07 personally - if you've ridden a 125 for a while you might get bored of the smaller Yam quite soon....

[@ANDY1985UK2011]

TheMissendenFlyer how much difference would the running costs be of the 2 bikes? I've done a few insurance quotes and there's not much difference in price , i guess because the R3 is a sports bike and the the MT 07 is only £1000 more new and both bikes are 0% finance now.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

I would think both pretty cheap to run...not much between them.

[@ANDY1985UK2011]

@@TheMissendenFlyer since starting my DAS on Friday the kawasaki Z650 vibrates a lot on the handlebars , is this how all larger cc motorcycles are or could be just the kawasaki ?

[@pacifica6118]

Cool bike, cool review!

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Thanks...

[@miteor]

I thought a crossplane crank was 270 degrees? Am I getting confused in my dotage...

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

+miteor You've got me guessing now!

[@alsner73]

miteor CP2 (xsr700/mt07/Tracer) cp3 (xsr/mt/tracer/) cp4 (R1/MT10) all 270° crank, as for R3 don't know I haven't ridden one..

[@tiaria9677]

Sweet review, just liked and subbed. Getting my first bike this next spring and the R3 keeps coming up on my list of bikes to consider. Really torn about what to get, but right now, any bike is better than no bike!! ;)

[@TheVigilantStewards]

Would be curious how many people look at this and CBR500R as first bike. Not sure if a 300 would be good for Texas because of the long highways.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Yes the 500 would be a great first bike I reckon - thanks for watching - TMF

[@epbrown01]

The CBR500R would be a decent first bike, and comes out ahead of the R3 if you take into account highway riding; it would be less stressful with the bigger engine, though you're also adding about 50lbs of weight. I don't know about Texas. but here in KY you can fine the Honda for under $4k pretty easily (there are 5 on Craigslist as I write this), which is about the same as a used R3.

[@timduggan9196]

Great review. Tried the mt03 a short time ago and loved it. Off to compare these bikes. I'm looking for an upright riding position but also appreciate a bit of wind protection. BTW I like the instrument panel on these. I dont mind the digital display for most things but the fun meter has to be analogue.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Think you'll like this one then Tim - I'd have the R3 over the MT03 anytime (but that's just me)...

[@EverythingisFire]

Wish the MT03 was in the States. I prefer the look of nakeds but I don't doubt the fairings make wind bearable.

[@xx_plutonium__xx6162]

Gonna buy it and spray it fully blue. I'll probably buy either the 2018 or 2019 version because I only can get my license in two years 😭😭😭

[@neeko9101]

Soldier 76 you could say " I've got the R3 in my sights"

[@neeko9101]

Soldier 76 you could say " I've got the R3 in my sights"

[@xx_plutonium__xx6162]

good choice

[@Eye_Can_Fly]

Did you end up getting one??

[@monsternrg4219]

In Indonesia we call it the r25 which have a smaller engine then the r3

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Interesting - so is it a 250cc then???

[@monsternrg4219]

TheMissendenFlyer apparently yes

[@G3A3]

now that's a nice looking bike.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

+Loganx5 Yeah it is :0)

[@wkdravenna]

you're driving on the wrong side of the road mate. But have a great day. Nice video.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Don't start that again!! :0)

[@TristanSilverwood]

wkdravenna don't say mate then say the left side is wrong

[@Pomoz7]

MF well done for adding another "real bike' to your reviews. I love your reviews of the 100hp+ plus monsters, but plenty of people just ride something like this, or slightly bigger because they are cheap and practical for commuting. You seem to have a good relationship with your KTM dealer in Hemel, any chance you could test the 2017 Duke 390? This would give you a good comparison against the R3 or MT03. I confess I have a vested interest since these are both on my list for my next bike (restricted as I am by Singaporean law to a whopping 400cc for at least another year). The 400cc class is super popular in Asia, the roads are just too busy and in some cases undeveloped, to bother with a bigger capacity bike. Your point about having enough torque for the "real world" is a good one. Up to about 50kmph, even a 200 cc bike out drags most cars. Quickly runs out of puff after that but its enough to get you away at the lights and into clear road, which is all you need.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Thanks Pomoz7 - glad you found my efforts of interest. All the best - TMF

[@Taitea_____]

Hello TheMissenderflyer firstly i wouldnl like to tell u tht your my most favourite youtube vlogger amd thnkyou for all these reviews. Pls tell me if the r3 or the duke 390 would be better as i will be riding on a daily basis as i am planning on getting either one Plus weekend riding?? Pls help.me in this dilemma i would be very grateful ty. I havent ridden both fyi.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Thanks for your kind words. It depends on what sort of riding you do - if it were me choosing I'd take the duke 390....

[@Taitea_____]

Ty soo much, now i know which one ill choose definitely the duke 390, considering already having r15v3.

[@redjacc7581]

nice looking bike.

[@abubakarhussein5197]

Is it better than a duke 390?

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Different....

[@abubakarhussein5197]

@@TheMissendenFlyer am confused between the 2, got R3 with full akra, power commander and a stock 390 duke

[@youtubefanyoutubefan]

Great review TMF

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

+youtubefan21 youtubefan21 Thank you :0)

[@jamespjcoombes]

the r3 is nice bike well constructed with a good dash, for a sports bike it is great. but i chose the CBR 500r having test rode both there is less of a sports bike feet position on the honda but those couple of extra horse power and i think better range between fill ups makes it the better sports bike in the A2 range. the lightness of the r3 is awesome and in the new street triple league. another great video and thanks for trying out these other bikes.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Cheers James, appreciate your kind words and the feedback - all the best - TMF

[@Bavenbushcraft]

I love your reviews, you're my go to place for motorcycle info. But please, please stop speeding in 30s...It's one of the places where limits make a massive difference and save lives due to the number of people around. If you want to speed on the open road you're mostly risking your own backside... But in a 30 it's much higher risk to those that live there and not fair at all.

[@bramvs5504]

Hey can you share the pics you made please? :)

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

How?

[@beightonbiker505]

Great little bike, love the sporty look yet what looks like a comfy ride (good for us older riders)! Great video and review, hope my channel does as well as yours one day. 👍🏻

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

+Beighton Biker Yes surprisingly comfortable for a sports bike - and good luck with your channel :0)

[@raduvntl]

MT 09 review ?🙏

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

...I hope so - stay tuned!

[@cloroxbleach175]

I hope this isn't too big for me I'm like 5'6 - 5'7

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

I think you'll be OK - it's not top heavy or particularly tall bike....

[@cloroxbleach175]

@@TheMissendenFlyer Thanks! :)