2023 Yamaha R3 and MT-03: Launched at Rs. 4,64,900 and Rs. 4,59,900 | PowerDrift

[@debasishdas2672]

Honestly speaking, fancy features like traction control and all doesn't matter much for an everyday casual rider in the city - it's the smoothness of the engine, power delivery etc. that matters the most, atleast for me. It's the very reason why I bought a Yamaha R7 few weeks back, instead of a CBR600RR or a Ninja ZX-6R. Feels and handles like butter. Absolute gem of a motorcycle. I guess R3 would be no different.

[@currentaf8455]

Quickshifter should have been included.

[@premsuresh9466]

Cope

[@powerdriftofficial]

It will matter when you least expect it.

[@sushantkhatri1766]

No electronic failures and no sesnors bullshit thats what I need good power and good abs with reliable and strong engine i dont give a shit about anyones opinion.🔥🔥🔥 Bikes are for riding, not for computing stuffs and stopping engine or power cutting. "Thats why two everyone loved Two strokes"

[@powerdriftofficial]

Well said! True, pure motorcycling.

[@Lostandfoundhere]

If you ride the R3, you will immediately fall in love with it. i have 2018 ABS version with full system exhaust Akrapovic (carbon racing line) and powertronic. It just makes me feel at home on the highways. I have higher cc bikes too but the soul of R3 is incomparable just like the soul of an R6 that makes us turn away even from a 1000cc segment. M an old man at 46, but it has been a constant in my life (R3). ❤

[@powerdriftofficial]

That's exactly what VP felt too. It was love.

[@sushantdutta8707]

Even R15M looks better than the R3. For me, everything from the colour to design looks outdated.

[@powerdriftofficial]

Aayein

[@HVP7]

​@@powerdriftofficialbaigan 😅 I think he talking about r3

[@knotsRider]

R3 Engine not Outdated Engine performance is not out dated u can't compare Any 300cc Bike With Yamaha R3 especially in India. Once You Ride this machine.. Definitely You'll fall In love ..😊

[@therakeshdas]

Then get a R15 and compete with other Yamaha bikes. 😂😂

[@BenuGovindRoy]

The R3 does have the design language from the v3 R15 era I think that’s what OP means

[@MOTOMENTOR]

Less technology = less worry = more connect thats how i love and connect with motorcycle #motomentor

[@powerdriftofficial]

just what VP said - Two wheels and an engine.

[@MOTOMENTOR]

@@powerdriftofficial yes thats what I related .... love the way you guys put it across. Always love to watch you guys since almost a decade right from power to the rider.

[@anupamtheboss4536]

Aah Loved it, No TFT, No Bluetooth No stupid 10degree Cooled seat, yes Loved it this is Not TVS, just a Great Engine with a Perfect Chasi n Good looks , a True Race Machine

[@powerdriftofficial]

Great engine, great chassis, like genuinely so good.

[@bhisham2687]

is this sarcasm or were u born in mid 20th century

[@Suraj.9]

It needs to be CKD and under 4L ex showroom, but it won’t. I am heartbroken and disappointed as someone waiting from years for this to come back. 5L approx ex showroom and no electronic aids, I would have to settle for a KTM RC 390 honestly. R3 is a legend, Yamaha has killed it before arrival in India. Dead. On. Arrival.

[@powerdriftofficial]

CKD later! For now, it will be expensive for sure.

[@sahilroy893]

Yamaha ka system hee ulta hai. They will get it via CBU, then say ..arre, volumes hee nahi hai. Kaise banaye locally. The Japs are stuck in this dilemma.

[@RecluseRider]

I'm buying the R3, especially after Kawasaki decided to discontinue Ninja 400! Do some mods on the brakes, tyres, suspension, put an Akrapovic GP exhaust, be a menace on the streets and get fined heavy 😂

[@shreyasdharashivkar8027]

rich kid flex

[@RecluseRider]

@@shreyasdharashivkar8027 An oldie here. Can't afford an inline 4.

[@powerdriftofficial]

Damn son!

[@sushantdutta8707]

Thoughts on the Aprilia RS457

[@KavemanZero5]

This review draws parallel to a phase of self-actualization - with both VP's maturity as a reviewer, and PD as an automotive sounding board ever since I've known it as PTR. So much, that while I waited for a 2024 CBR 650r, this review reminded me to when and where my dream culminated from... 2019, with the R3 of course. Thank you, from my heart's bottom, for helping me circle back with your 'Probably the only motorcycle you'll ever need' statement. My inner child would be beyond happy, but content...with an R3:)

[@powerdriftofficial]

This comment is everything

[@rohanrawal3949]

To seasoned riders, a reliable and fuss free engine is all what matters, riding aids though very useful increases maintenance per se and always one more part to fail.

[@powerdriftofficial]

Exactly the group that it will cater to.

[@shankhadipdas5872]

R3 is for real motorcycle enthusiasts....no overdone design and unnecessary features...pure power and torque ❤

[@powerdriftofficial]

Couldn't agree more!

[@killingmachinelp]

On road price gonna be close to 6 L 😅😅. Only hardcode fanboys will buy it over ninja and other options

[@iyemzr]

4 lllakh se upar nhi hogi mt03

[@mudaliarnaresh6519]

Sapne mei@@iyemzr

[@user-qq5kv2oq6x]

@@iyemzrlol nearly 5 lakh for mt03 and as the main comment says the r3 would touch the 6 lakh mark ofc

[@powerdriftofficial]

6 lac? How?

[@saurabhaswale2420]

"Its One of the Best motorcycle I've ridden", when it comes from someone as experienced as Varun, It's enough to tell us everything needed about the bike.

[@powerdriftofficial]

Its a brilliant motorcycle overall. And its just that. Two wheels and an engine.

[@primev1382]

According to Yamaha you need quickshifter & tc in 150cc more than 300cc lmao, everything is same except abs & basic design

[@powerdriftofficial]

Yeah, its a problem for sure.

[@souradip06]

The last of the raw motorcycles with least electronic intrusion. And the engine is a gem... Jisko lena h le lo baba aur nhi milega, IC engines are coming to an end, we are watching the end of an era. I pray to God that I'm able to buy this in a year or 1.5 yrs, it'll be a perfect upgrade to my NS200, and it'll be the last petrol bike I own 😢

[@powerdriftofficial]

Raw motorcycling, pure motorcycling!

[@HighwayToHill]

Buying the R3 was the best decision of my life! Unless you own it and live with it you'll never realize the true value. However, most people might not buy it. It's expensive and no new age features. There were only 2141 R3s sold in India till date. I don't see this number increasing a lot. Cheers

[@powerdriftofficial]

WHAT A MOTORCYCLE!

[@Lostandfoundhere]

I am so very happy to see it gets launched. Atleast I will find mechanics, equipment and spares on time here. One must sit on an R3 to understand the melody of an engine and power from those throttles. I was telling them that it's no bike but a soul.

[@surajs5669]

Nothing ever comes to the near of R15 V2 50th year anniversary edition looks😍

[@powerdriftofficial]

True that!

[@adityayekhe8882]

To the ones who are buying : Wait a little if possible. I always loved R3 & understand the excitement but this is exactly what Yamaha benefits from. They introduce a little outdated model & later improve it to the best you can have. I bought R15v3 the day it launched, the design was basic, had little features but look at v4 or m versions now, they look absolutely gorgeous. Nevertheless, if you're into engine only, they do deliver no matter the version.

[@powerdriftofficial]

Good point but we feel there is no M variant of the R3.

[@dr.rifathemel4057]

what a great review it is! The BGM is on point, it almost feels like I am watching a movie. Powerdrift is back with a bang! love from Bangladesh

[@powerdriftofficial]

Thank you doc! Glad to have you here.

[@karanshrestha3560]

I really think the current gen R15 and MT15 looks better than their elder siblings...

[@powerdriftofficial]

But this doesn't look too bad no?

[@karanshrestha3560]

@@powerdriftofficial not at all 😀

[@kuldeepsingh5114]

Kudos for the video, Powerdrift. Great job Varun. The motorcycle is overpriced and too late too little. Send this back to Japan. Tell them to do a better job next time.

[@vivekreddykompelly6394]

yes absolutely

[@powerdriftofficial]

We did convey our message :) Thank you for the appreciation though :)

[@neupnembang]

People complaining about it's design and saying outdated and all, you guys please shut up. There are people like us who admire Yamaha more than any other brands.

[@powerdriftofficial]

You own one?

[@neupnembang]

@@powerdriftofficial yeah

[@arupkdas6710]

It's all about raw feeling which we all are forgot in this tech savy era❤

[@powerdriftofficial]

Absolutely!

[@sahilroy893]

Absolutely, buying this at 5L will definitely add to that raw feeling, am sure.

[@thewarlord502]

Dead on arrival. Once costed 3.5 lac arguably with better design and low competition and it tanked. And now they priced it 4.64 lac😂😂😂. No Yamaha. Keep sleeping. Aprilia says thank u

[@powerdriftofficial]

The enthusiasts aren't happy.

[@sajin741]

As a sports bike this design is just okey for r3. But what they were thinking when bringing mt 03 like this??

[@powerdriftofficial]

Yeah. The R3 is a far superior motorcycle.

[@ThunderApache]

If Aprilia can make bikes in India, so can Yamaha. As a result of being a CBU, it will be priced outrageously, probably as expensive as the Aprillia. Then nobody will buy and then they will blame the Indian consumers. It’s the Japanese boomer bosses who lets the business down.

[@voltgaming2213]

believe that some people may be testing the market to gauge the demand. There might be a misconception that India doesn't have a significant demand for sports bikes, but you think that this perception will change, and manufacturers will start making sports bikes in India soon.

[@powerdriftofficial]

For sure. As a brand for enthusiasts, we need something fresh off the line.

[@ankitgondalia]

Idk why but it feels like Yamaha is just trying to get rid of the old stock by launching it here. Seriously nothing on this bike is new. Even the buttons to operate instrument console isn’t on the handlebar. R15 has it but this doesn’t!

[@powerdriftofficial]

The 2024 R3 is the same on the European website.

[@nazimshawon2982]

So you get slipper clutch, qs, traction control better console on R15 but not on 3 times more expensive R3??

[@powerdriftofficial]

Yeah yeah and yeah :(

[@captainspeirs1410]

Seriously very illogical 😂

[@GsKatana14]

Am I the Only one here who is not liking the headlight design of This New Yamaha R3

[@powerdriftofficial]

A lot of friends in the comments section.

[@morax5833]

I am too better wait for 457 😂

[@shivamgalkhe3887]

5:55 just like a wow 😂

[@powerdriftofficial]

hahahahah

[@TheTwinPost]

Ex-showroom 4.5 lakhs would mean 5.2 to 5.5 lakhs on-road (depends which state) ... that's really expensive for what it is

[@powerdriftofficial]

That's because CBU

[@shreebykepoint]

I don't think it will do wonders in India. It won't sell like a hot cake but people who are looking for a bike with greater and reliable engine, it will be a good option. Especially for them who are looking for an alternative and want to upgrade from 200cc.

[@darshansharma2923]

Yes, I'm looking to upgrade my ns200 and eagerly waiting for R3. I want that motor

[@Naveenkumar-pu3ij]

@@darshansharma2923 i did it back in 2018, I upgraded from a BS3 200 ns to BS4 R3. I should say that its worthy. Bulletproof engine with balanced riding dynamics and ergos. Maintenance is not so expensive when compared to other bikes in the segments, even the single cylinders.

[@powerdriftofficial]

Fantastic engine, should be reliable too. But it will be expensive.

[@darshansharma2923]

@@Naveenkumar-pu3ij that's right! I really like motors that perform well at top end. I've been using the NS200, and I'm looking for a similar kind of engine character - not interested in electronics, but definitely interested in those twin cylinders.

[@darshansharma2923]

@@powerdriftofficial Yes that motor is just wow!!!

[@arunalexander6389]

It is a stock clearance exercise by yamaha, maybe a updated R3 is comming up and the cries of R3 fans from India is being catered by Indian Yamaha ltd.

[@powerdriftofficial]

Well, Europe website says the R3 will be the same for 2024

[@Soulsurfer369]

Yamaha is missing out a big chunk of the market by being reluctant to launch two more bikes based on the same engine. A Tenere 300 and an XSR/RD 300 under 5L OTR. A T3 would be a proper unicorn tier bike and the xsr would be more like the rebirth of the notorious rd350. Yamaha would sell like hot cakes considering its reliability, looks and nostalgia. Really informative review brother. Keep up the good work. People like you could express the opinion of the public to the brand. Yamaha already said they would produce T3 if there is enough demand. They certainly has the techological capability and resources. Sadly, they are now making bikes for people who don't care about the brand while conveniently avoiding their true connoisseurs. ✌️

[@powerdriftofficial]

Thanks for writing in. We always talk to the brand and express joy and concern both. Ofcourse there's a lot more that goes behind the scenes and we hope that brands bring in something very soon.

[@PradyutChowdhury3DVFXartist]

I always love R3 , wanted to have one but I think I can't anymore because now my need changed I do ride with my wife and a pillion comfort is a priority too.. Hmm already booked SM650 hope my decision is not wrong and i will not regret to have no r3 in my garage 😢

[@powerdriftofficial]

Definitely not a pillion motorcycle the R3!

[@PradyutChowdhury3DVFXartist]

@@powerdriftofficial thanks PD Love you❤️

[@nareshsamrat4064]

Yamaha just ruined R3 once again..worst pricing🤮🤮🤮🤮

[@powerdriftofficial]

+1

[@sharadnikam3101]

Front look is not Good .Old R3 Front look Bohot accha tha .Front look change karna chahiye tha Baki sab to badhiya hai🔥

[@powerdriftofficial]

Lekin naa hua.

[@TheRazorblade991]

Requesting assistance in knowing which jobs give Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays, and a budget to buy an R3. Would love to live that life!

[@powerdriftofficial]

Hahhahah! Applications open.

[@shankarmanu5559]

Idk honestly what Yamaha is smoking.... hoping that people will buy the R3 and MT for just the engine without offering any electronics or much of a design differentiation(R3)is absurd🤣...not to mention that this is not gonns be priced below 3lakhs or anything.... it's well gonna be above 5 lakh onroad

[@powerdriftofficial]

This will be closer to 4 lakh.

[@shankarmanu5559]

@@powerdriftofficial if they launch r3 at 4l on road it's going to be a decent option

[@qwertyme8338]

5:56 just like a wow review as well thanks VP and PD🎉

[@powerdriftofficial]

:D :D

[@WARLOCK-.]

The people who are saying outdated, 0 features, no electronics are the same people who buy bullshit 350cc bullets 😂😂

[@suyash7694]

From where did bullets come into the picture? look at the current market competition in this price segment Like Kawasaki and KTM or even Aprillia. Your critical reasoning is comparable to a speaking dog i.e. it doesn't exist.😂😂😂

[@powerdriftofficial]

Its not competing against a Bullet.

[@WARLOCK-.]

@@powerdriftofficial I'm just giving perspective that you still ride the bike without any electronics , Mind you that I'm just comparing the features not price .This is not a smartphone which gets yearly design updates , bikes like dominor,pulsars,royal Enfield have the same design over a decade and still people say R3 is outdated just because the front design is from 2019

[@chevvakulasrikanth9260]

May be I would plan on a tour to Thailand. Hire these bikes. & tour the place..

[@powerdriftofficial]

Sounds like a good plan.

[@SoumyadevRoy]

Viewers, please do not plan on buying this. This will be expensive due to CBU, and it's 2023 and these bikes doesn't even have vacuum cleaner, refrigerator, etc. Yamaha execs and engineers are still living in 1923.

[@powerdriftofficial]

This comment is confusing AF

[@ravijr4275]

No chance if priced above duke390

[@chetans6509]

New r3... Looks little similar to R15 V4... Power is more... R3 before was mesmerizing 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@powerdriftofficial]

No doubt

[@qofsalt8478]

Too late. Aprillia will eclipse Yamaha R3 sales by pricing it aggressively.

[@bonjovi1354]

lol aprilia aint gonna be cheap ...

[@qofsalt8478]

@@bonjovi1354 expected to be in between 3.5 to 4 lacs ex showroom

[@ankitgondalia]

@@bonjovi1354 457 is locally manufactured, so will be way cheaper than this outdated af motorcycle.

[@powerdriftofficial]

We hear Aprilia will price the RS457 below 4 lakh. Localisation FTW

[@prathameshnaik4784]

Thank you Varun giving a good news 🎉 , Whatever it’s Yamaha Yamaha hai Baki sab paijama hai Rev’s your heart ❤

[@powerdriftofficial]

Deadly rhyme :P

[@sensei2801]

They put a quick shifter in the r15 but not in the r3 nice job

[@powerdriftofficial]

Yup! Kinda disappointed.

[@soorajrai1011]

Now Waiting Its Deadliest Rival Another Japanese Beast Honda CBR 250RR🔥🔥

[@powerdriftofficial]

Never coming to India.

[@soorajrai1011]

@@powerdriftofficial That's The Saddest Part Because Quality Of CBR is Way Better Than R3 And Looks Is Killer in 300 Cc

[@adr2567]

Dead on arrival, thanks again Yamaha!

[@powerdriftofficial]

:(

[@MrAnonymous1998]

I was so excited about this motorcycle (r3) and was really looking forward to buying one next year... But the expected price😢.. that might make me reconsider

[@powerdriftofficial]

Lets see what the final pricing is.

[@melbournemarbaniang202]

Clearing old stocks from Thailand and selling it in India.

[@powerdriftofficial]

But this will come from Indonesia

[@melbournemarbaniang202]

@@powerdriftofficial so they're clearing stocks from Indonesia

[@simplestain6409]

People saying aprilla rs 457. How many aprilla showroom and service centers are there in india? Yamaha r3 and mt 03 are already proven reliable machines from many years.

[@powerdriftofficial]

And should have better network, yes.

[@angshumansarmah6626]

Yamaha: We have a lot of unsold and faulty products left. Let's dump them in the dustbin called India. Indians: Yaaayyyy !!! Yes Yamaha!!!!

[@primev1382]

Yamaha fangays be like : it's the beast & best bike in market

[@powerdriftofficial]

Lets not forget that its a brilliant motorcycle! There are other issues yes but its a fantastic experience.

[@shrey220]

As much as I love the R3, not having a coloured TFT in 2023 is a deal breaker.

[@powerdriftofficial]

For some yes! But how many times do you really look at the screen?

[@shrey220]

@@powerdriftofficial after using the Dominar for 5 years and then the Tork Kratos for a year, I feel bad every time I look at the screen 😅

[@user-qq5kv2oq6x]

Quickshifter on a 155cc but not on 321cc sportsbike 😂 idk what yamaha is thinking and the pricing would be horrendous too

[@powerdriftofficial]

Bummer no?

[@prakhargupta1405]

Only addition i would like to make is Number 20 written on it in red Like Fabio Quartararo's Yamaha M1 ❤.

[@powerdriftofficial]

That would be cool!

[@pandabear_77]

CBU ? Very disappointed. Its like Yamaha wants to shoot themselves on the foot and out of a very rapidly growing market. No wonder that other brands are setting up shop for buyers wanting to upgrade on a platform that was established by the Yamaha R15.

[@Suraj.9]

Yes! It needs to be CKD and under 4L ex showroom, but it won’t. I am heartbroken and disappointed as someone waiting from years for this to come back. 5L approx ex showroom and no electronic aids, I would have to settle for a KTM RC 390 honestly. R3 is a legend, Yamaha has killed it before arrival in India. Dead. On. Arrival.

[@powerdriftofficial]

Yeah! CBU is a problem.

[@KartikChawla]

This will be an option to consider instead of the Ninja 300. Comparison coming soon on my channel!

[@powerdriftofficial]

We will try getting a video done soon.

[@mayankyadav1379]

People complaining about electronic aids If you need electronic aids for a 300cc bike please stick with ur activa

[@MAX-xw8xq]

Those are the same people who want to upgrade from their r15s... Not from Activa. Should they sell off their r15's and buy activa

[@powerdriftofficial]

We do! Everyone does. For the R3, 100%

[@elemperador9266]

Ktm offers much more electronic is around same price range more bhp quic shifter ride by wire tft dislpay bluetooth adjustable suspension and liver breaks full of electronics yes i know there is a diffrent fan base for this bike i use to love this bike a lott but launching after so long but with only 2 cylinder and a engine is q bit disappointment

[@RAHUL-im2wj]

​@@elemperador9266why you need this electronics ,, bike should be fully raw machine ,, but r3 is little bit overpriced

[@mayankyadav1379]

@powerdriftofficial for 42 bhp other than rainy conditions i cant think of a place where we might need tc and that too if you'retoo irresponsible with the throttle , they could've added cornering abs for beginners but ive tried my friends duke 390 i somewhat felt that it inteferes with trail braking( i may be wrong here as well)

[@athulskumar9361]

Hope Yamaha prices ir correct and Market the bike well. Never seen Yamaha marketing anything other than the 155cc twins. The old R3 and the FZ25 never got any marketing at all😢😢

[@powerdriftofficial]

That's bread and butter. Maybe things change going forward.

[@theonlyyaman6872]

yamaha is just a money grabbing brand now, i think ktm and bajaj triumph gave their best machines to us but yamaha always disappoints with their products,not updating their bike from the outside using their same old engines and demanding more money than any other brand

[@powerdriftofficial]

They offer quality, refinement and reliability too but the price is not justified. Having said that, we still don’t know the full pricing yet

[@gme1215]

Yamaha India should seriously pull up their socks. They are being an Analogue players in Digital world. If they want to survive in Indian market they need to come up with bikes that look better and yet perform similar to existing platform while having competitive prices. If they manage to launch an ADV using their 150/300 platform would be better due to Indian road conditions Also if they relaunch the legends RX and RD I am sure no other company and compete with them in that segment

[@powerdriftofficial]

They need to come up with something new. Something fresh.

[@AthifKhan]

@@powerdriftofficial True that. Just Curios, Do you get an opportunity to provide some feedback to the top bosses at yamaha, as in represent us the consumers and let know what we currently think of yamaha and what we would like to see ?

[@20s_Engineer]

In my opinion: R15M or V4 looks more premium than R3.

[@powerdriftofficial]

Sure!

[@suyash7694]

The lack of features will prove to be the reason Yamaha is not establishing itself in the above 155cc segment. consumers will ignore it, leading to low sales numbers and then it will be discontinued. At least a TFT display and slipper clutch should be equipped looking at the market competition.

[@powerdriftofficial]

Basic features will do too! But we need features for sure.

[@gaganudiyana]

When they can provide Quickshifter and TCS to a 155cc R15 M why can’t they provide them to R3 🤷🏼‍♂️

[@powerdriftofficial]

Yup, we have a problem.

[@rangorevzvlogs]

The real thing that REVS YOUR HEART is coming back🔥🔥🔥

[@powerdriftofficial]

It does connect! :D

[@neel3297]

Too little, Too late. They had so much time to add all those features, and also make it sleek as the R15. Truth is that they are dumping this product as people in the west have now moved to better alternatives. Should attract anti-dumping tax. Let's see how they price it.

[@powerdriftofficial]

Hmmm. Lets wait for a couple of weeks.

[@sjcreation2208]

300cc twin cylinder motor and that is enough ❤❤

[@powerdriftofficial]

But the way the power is delivered is something else.

[@sjcreation2208]

@@powerdriftofficial upside or 👎?

[@jeevanchaukar]

Pricing of the new R3 and MT-03 = DEAD ON ARRIVAL.....Only hardcore Yamaha fans are going to buy these over the competition like Kawasaki Ninja 300, RC390 / Duke 390, and the biggest competitor may emerge - Aprilia RS 457! Aprilia name, Italian design, higher power and everything else so much better than the Yamaha R3 - and at a significantly cheaper price - the Yammies ARE DEAD!! Which is a shame - R3 and MT-03 are actually very good bikes but the price is SIMPLY WRONG!

[@powerdriftofficial]

Yeah. Only hardcore Yammie fans are going to buy this.

[@JagadheeshR]

Yes the R3's look is outdated & not seems aggressive/sharp as new v4, but this looks more premium at every bit, I think yamaha will do get some surprise elements for us, by giving some electronic aids like Traction control, Tft, etc ithink so. But R3 engine is itself enough for the every peni we spend on it. (From my experience of riding Bs4 R3 for several times) 😊🙌🏼

[@powerdriftofficial]

It is premium, really refined but the motorcycle that VP rode in Thailand is the one we will get in India.

[@JagadheeshR]

@@powerdriftofficial let hope yamaha will never disappoint us 😀

[@beastboy2610]

Now after the pricing of Aprilia RS 457, Yamaha must reconsider the pricing (if what you have speculated ) of R3, else it will be dead on arrival 😊

[@powerdriftofficial]

Yes for sure

[@muhammedraphy2027]

I don’t think it’s is a winner even on other side Aprilia came with as wonderful package with all the best in class features..Absolutely it’s a bad price to compete at the present market strategy. It’s feel like an old wine in an expensive cup.

[@powerdriftofficial]

Make that very expensive cup!

[@sleepybananaz]

Headlights on the MT looks too high on the shocks.

[@powerdriftofficial]

Look at this in person.

[@satishjoseph]

That engine is a gem 💎. Proud R3 owner. Let's not talk about the rest because otherwise the incoming model is already very dated.

[@powerdriftofficial]

That engine is fantastic.

[@KashyapKaran1]

Too little too late I believe! Should have bought the Tenere 700 to India!

[@powerdriftofficial]

Fingers crossed.

[@deekshantvaishnav5806]

Tathastu

[@Cla55icG00se]

I love the stock sound it makes. Have decided to buy the MT-03. Hopefully wont leave a hole in my pocket and can exchange FZ V3 at decent price. Lets see. Please Yamaha price it reasonably!!!

[@powerdriftofficial]

Keep your fingers crossed. What price are you expecting?

[@Cla55icG00se]

@@powerdriftofficial 3.8 - 4.0 L on-road bengaluru

[@prateekmishra6735]

Would be successful if and only if it is priced near RC390

[@powerdriftofficial]

There's a big IF somewhere in there.

[@surajbiruly8298]

Background music is jsut ❤❤❤

[@powerdriftofficial]

[@siddheshgharat6300]

Price these twins in the 2.5-2.7 ish lakh mark and win the hearts of everyone. Analog bikes hai to chapri bhi duur rahege aur simple style hai to sif wohi khareedege jinko riding pasand hai.

[@afkardoze]

Bro thinks he is living in 2k10 for that ex showroom pricing. 😂😂😂

[@radhamanohar2307]

I guess it will be more than 3.5L easily . It’s Yamaha bro.

[@powerdriftofficial]

What logic! WOW!

[@afkardoze]

@@radhamanohar2307 It's cbu unit expect more pricing like 5l+

[@radhamanohar2307]

@@afkardoze 🥵🥵5L+ for cbu makes sense. If that price goes for non cbu units , that’s a definite overpriced bike

[@atsonaga5520]

Love the r3❤ Damn the CBU😢

[@powerdriftofficial]

That's the summary we all need to see.

[@ravikiranshet7913]

Mt03 looks like a kids drawing.. Not Proportional at all any angle.... Such a fake review...

[@powerdriftofficial]

But we didn't mention about the looks anyway :(

[@arunthale7320]

Ager v4 me quickshiffter or tft display de rahe he to shayad India me lunch hone ke baad r3 me ye update ana he chahiye 😊

[@powerdriftofficial]

Naah ho paaye.

[@Hajang538]

The outdated specs and pricing 😅

[@powerdriftofficial]

Outdated specs, fresh pricing.

[@tharun72]

I don't see too many options in the twin cyl space in our country and this looks like a nice option👍

[@shiveshgupta221]

True but the value it provides at this price range is shit. It's like owning a phone with Android 11.

[@powerdriftofficial]

But its expensive. we mean, it will be expensive.

[@primev1382]

Both R3 & Ninja 300 is outdated from past decade

[@powerdriftofficial]

True!

[@indrockz92]

Aprilia RS 457 going to sell like hot cakes.

[@powerdriftofficial]

Yeah!

[@Karthik25007]

Does it really get a slipper clutch?

[@morax5833]

Nope

[@powerdriftofficial]

:(

[@Karthik25007]

When the Ninja 400 costs almost 7 lakhs on road, I wouldn’t mind paying 5.5 for the R3. Both are CBU units

[@morax5833]

@@Karthik25007 i mean if ur like i have to get a twin cyc sports bike at any cost then r3 makes sense

[@ShivaDevPaul]

Proud owner of a bs3 R3!

[@powerdriftofficial]

What a bike!

[@chunkyofc3132]

Who likes the basicness? is it only me?

[@powerdriftofficial]

If its right, then a lot of people will side with you.

[@smisaraf4749]

What will be maintenance cost of Yamaha R3 vs Ninja300/400?

[@powerdriftofficial]

We need to dive deep into this but that's a valid question.

[@CRISIS.CR3ATOR]

When the younger bros look good than elder bros lol

[@powerdriftofficial]

This should also follow the same design language soon.

[@karthikpatil9627]

I think R3 is a successor r15 v3, but not for v4 ,damn v4 is in a different league Yamaha shld have matched the disign aspect😢😢😢😢

[@powerdriftofficial]

Yeah. It looks dated for sure.

[@advait_shankar1]

The v3 still looks better than the R3

[@bhisham2687]

any news of tenre 700????

[@powerdriftofficial]

Nothing for now.

[@bhisham2687]

@@powerdriftofficial man ,I m dying and only drug that can save me is tenre700.plz powerdrift do something otherwise u will be equally responsible of my death as yamaha

[@Ashes21296]

In the current market where this segment has already moved to release bikes with electronic aid, connectivity options, hell some some car features (rtr 310 ref), I don't think just a barebones parallel twin will cut it and that to at a price where people get this segment for cheaper on road price. Its gonna be rough 😓

[@powerdriftofficial]

The ride experience is too good but its a tall mountain to climb

[@CLOSEUP001]

Looks 👎🏻 Price 👎🏻

[@arjun5286]

Go for Aprilia rs452

[@powerdriftofficial]

457 you mean?

[@powerdriftofficial]

Yeah!

[@mnugrg]

The R15 has set a benchmark of sorts when it comes to design and performance in its category and it doesn't look like they are bothered to do the same in the 300+ cc segment. Yamaha probably might get the quick shifter when they launch this in India. (Given R15 comes with one). But that isn't going to be enough to justify to buy this over the 310RR or RC390. (Practical justification not emotional!)

[@powerdriftofficial]

The motorcycle that VP rode is the same one we will get in India.

[@Economichitman33]

Yamaha too late in india.. like fz250 these motorcycles will fade away from market soon.. should understand india has moved on thanks to royal enfield, triumph- bajaj , harley - hero , and honda taking engine cc Game forward with great package.. once my favorite yamaha has to say good bye and stick to fz15 and there scooters..

[@powerdriftofficial]

Well said but this one caters to the enthusiast. Pure motorcycling.

[@Economichitman33]

@@powerdriftofficial well as per my personal experience with r3 and then fz25 I struggle with spare parts and company service people who don't know how to solve fuel injection issues and so on .. enthusiasts love to ride , with ride we need to maintain and repair..that's where yamaha is not good

[@chetans6509]

Old r3 is legend...❤

[@powerdriftofficial]

[@darahasjonnada8934]

r15 v3 looks better , new r3 should be better looking

[@powerdriftofficial]

In line with their new design philosophy.

[@nidz.__07_]

Am I the only person who's missing Shumi to be with Varun right now 🥺

[@powerdriftofficial]

Umm...

[@daniel_t06]

Yeah we're used to seeing them together 😁