8 Things you didn't know about the YZF Yamaha R3! (AND a Cassowary!)

[@benjaminrich8924]

Just got my 2023 r3 yesterday. only 18 miles before it was starting to sprinkle. I LOVE THIS BIKE. Oh man. Thanks for your videos. I've watched them many times before choosing this bike. Keep up the good work!

[@AussieMoto]

This is awesome! I’m so glad you love the bike. I just passed 10,000k’s on mine over the weekend and I’m still loving it and looking forward to another 10,000. I’m so happy my vids gave you some encouragement or incentive to get your bike, that’s absolutely exactly and precisely why I make these, to get more people into bikes! Thanks mate, stay safe!

[@ericguerrero2542]

2 things your video confirmed for me. 1 - The R3 is my front runner for my first bike. 2 - The wildlife in Australia is terrifying!! 😆😆

[@AussieMoto]

Agreed on both. 😂 I would have got better footage but it can be dangerous getting any closer than that.

[@camiree]

Very close to finally purchasing myself a 2023 R3. I have found it hard to find content like this regarding the bike. The added scenery makes the video even more lovely and I am enjoying every second of it. It's a beautiful place you live at- you're living my dream!

[@AussieMoto]

Thank you!! Did you end up getting a bike? Yes the countryside up here is incredible, feel free to join me any time.

[@aetherionzephyrim2917]

I'm 5'2", got an R3 as my 1st bike a couple years ago; they actually had a slightly lowered one at the dealership, so mine's a bit short 😂 I wanted to make sure I could stand flat-footed when I was learning how to ride. It's lowered in a way that doesn't impact the suspension though. I use it as a commuter mostly, but I've ridden it from LA to Vegas and back over a weekend, it's been through snowy conditions and Florida thunderstorms, & I love doin stunt stuff with it (still trying to figure out wheelies lol), it's never let me down. All-around great bike & perfect beginner bike! 😁

[@AussieMoto]

It really is a brilliant all round bike. You’re 5’2 and I’m 6’1 and we can both love and enjoy this bike. Testament to it’s versatility.

[@lFallenKnightl]

Got one start of the year. Loving it everyday!!! No issues overtaking or anything 😊

[@josephrichters2736]

As an aussie reviewer I appreciate this so much more since I'm from qld myself and I know what the roads are like, if you are saying it's comfortable especially up north then it makes it more attractive than before

[@patrickfitzgerald2861]

Nicely done . . . thanks! I'm one of those "returning riders" you mentioned. I sold my Kawi ZR-7S ten years ago, after ten years of riding it, and forty years of riding in total. My first and smallest bike was a Yamaha RD250 two stroke, and my biggest a BMW R100S - plus two mid-size Hondas, a Suzuki, and the Kawi. I'm moving from southern Arizona to southern California next month, and it's clear to me that I need one last bike . . . and this beautiful little monster is it! So, ironically, I'll begin and end my motorbike riding days on both the same marque, and with the two smallest machines I've ever owned. I am really looking forward to getting back in the saddle! 😎

[@yamamaha_rider]

Right on, getting back after a very long hiatus. First bike (the wrong one) was 97 Gixxer 600 ..R3 is the bike I need for the rest of my riding days.

[@yamamaha_rider]

Thank you.. I've been struggling between Ninja 400 and the R3 ... the R3 just seems to be the one I always come back to and your videos have made my decision that much easier.

[@kushpaladin]

from the pfp, looks like you made the right choice 😁

[@bfarm44]

38 years of riding and these new smaller cc bikes are so different from what we had from 70’s and 80’s bikes. It’s more than adequate for most riders. I can head up to copart and there’s a long line of crashed liter bikes more than anything else. Tells a story

[@AussieMoto]

They’re fun, easy to ride, cheap and very forgiving. I love it!!

[@martinjudd1284]

I have one of these in red. I fitted my Quadlock by replacing one of the top (small one under the black cap) bolts. I also used the centre bolt mount that I modified. It fits perfectly and gives more clearance on the bars. The R3 is my first bike and I will pass it along to the Mrs when she starts riding next year. I am planning an upgrade to the R7. Not that I am bored on the R3 but I really like the look of the R7.

[@AussieMoto]

Good advice, thanks for commenting Martin. I have a similar plan with my R3, and also contemplating an R7 for my next bike but I may look at a Litre Ninja depending on how much touring I plan on doing.

[@victyper301]

R3 maybe be slow and on motorcycle horsepower. But when u used it in car power it’s 250-300 horsepower or a regular 4 cylinder sport car like the Honda Si

[@AussieMoto]

A lot of people who aren’t riders often can’t appreciate the similarities between a slow bike and a fast car. $8k bike is faster than $30k car.

[@_xsoo_416]

R3 is still faster than alot of ur average cars u see out there, its 0-60 at 5secs stock, but u can get it down to like 4.2

[@AussieMoto]

Yep, and then you’re looking at needing a $100k+ car to keep up.

[@theradioattheendoftheworld4251]

I have this exact bike, colour and all. Great bike to get back into riding on for me.

[@VFmotiverse]

got my r3 just this month and I am loving it. Can't ride it yet since I need the papers but soon! Also I have the same race blu color as yours and the blue color is beautiful! I'm inlove!

[@tybgycfmb8697]

Really nice ride, really enjoyed watching along. Hope you and your beautiful bike are going well :)

[@ABallCalledKirby]

Great content, love the vibes and the insight

[@AussieMoto]

Thank you! Much appreciated.

[@Cruke13]

THank you for onew of the best informed review i have seen.i am getting a R3 and i live in Bowen QLD and i was thinking it maybe too slow but now i know it is not so i can go and have a look at one thank you,i am a older beginner rider at 53 so getting a R3 was what i wanted

[@billmarsh3767]

2.9= 94.8 mpg===wow!!! excellent mileage---great video and your humour and information was well delivered. Thanks

[@AussieMoto]

Thank you! Appreciate the feedback. (Still getting 2.9L/100 fuel economy after a further couple thousand k’s on the clock.)

[@renripari5514]

How to make the R3 QUICKEST IN IT'S CLASS !

[@bfarm44]

At 5’8 with a 29” inseam it fits me like a glove. Want my own instead of riding my friends maybe make that happen this year

[@shawnmclean7932]

Make it happen. You will not regret it. I ride mine everyday.

[@Datamaskarl]

Bought a 23 R3 less than a month ago, and pushing 1000 miles (1600+km). My body is sore from the new muscles, but overall I'd say the bike is super comfy. Previous bikes were a Ducati Monster S4R, and a 650 KLR. I prefer the R3... Even if the Duc sounded nicer. Around town the bike can be loudish if you stay down a gear (better engine breaking / "visibility") or quiet for say passing toddlers by shifting up for a moment. 7k rpms is where the sound comes alive, and in each appropriate gear that's just above the speed limit. Got a lot of flak for wanting ABS, so I'll add that in those moments it's felt in the levers, and without the pulsing felt in the levers, I wouldn't even know the system was engaged. Past bikes you lock a rear for a second and come out smiling - This bike I barely even notice short of the minor feeling that reminds me to be a better rider. That's kinda what this bike is best at though IMO. You get a lot of people saying the R3 is a great beginner bike, and I'd argue the MT-03 would be better considering riding position and full handlebars, but if you think you want a sport bike get an R3 - You can full tuck, or stiff arm it, and it handles noobish riding without creating more danger. Could it use a slipper clutch? Probably, but then how much longer will it take for you to figure out how to blip down without issues. Ultimately the bike is probably top 10 if not 5, or even 3 in handling. You can only corner so fast - isn't it more fun to use the other 95% of the throttle? PS: Grabbed front brake as I was beginning to accelerate and a parked car also decided to leave at that moment. Any heavier of a bike I would have most likely spilled, but because of it's lightness I was able to plant my legs firmly and keep it upright while still having some bend in my knees. (6'4", 193cm, 180lbs / 82kg). Also useful for drills, though I've had less negative experiences with those so far, especially when you can throttle out of pretty much any of those situations safely when your only obstacles are cones / lines.

[@AussieMoto]

What a well thought out and articulate comment - thank you for your input. I’ve got nearly 10,000 k’s on the clock now and will be doing an updated review in the next week or 2. I will cover some of the points you’ve made there and some other things where my opinion has either changed or solidified. Thanks again.

[@charlespascua9740]

My dad bought an r3 too, he's an ofw so when he arrived back home he tough the bike will kill his back but when he rode it he said it's a lot more comfortable than it looks

[@AussieMoto]

I agree, also I’m curious - is your dad tall? I had a shorter friend sit on it and was less comfortable than I due to him leaning further over the tank. I think the ergos really suit my build and height.

[@charlespascua9740]

@@AussieMoto he's about 5'5

[@AussieMoto]

Well my theory is obviously wrong! Lol It’s good news then that it’s comfortable for a wide variety of heights, as I’m 6’1.

[@charlespascua9740]

@@AussieMoto actually you're quite right the bike fits my cousin who's 5'11ish perfectly I can't tell how it feels but by just looking at him sitting and riding it looks more comfortable

[@paulmarsh7767]

Im 5'11 and felt it a little "small" so unlike all the other videos on YT i have lifted the back end up a bit, actually makes it easier for me to get on the bike. 62 years old so don't bend as easy as i used too., yet to test the effects of the lift, got loads of bits to add on especially the twin disc mod, the ABS makes the brakes fell a bit blocky, also putting on wider rims. the R3 does weave a bit in a cross wind or behind lorries, so just overtake them. great video by the way.

[@MrHakai-mh1lb]

Great video! I bought it and can't wait for it to arrive :)

[@AussieMoto]

I hope you enjoy it! Let us know how it goes for you. Ride safe!

[@zenguro]

Thanks for teaching me where to put my glasses next time I'm taking off the helmet!

[@CrunchyMoto]

Amazing review of the Yamaha R3, thank you! Subscribed!

[@AussieMoto]

Thank you so much, legend!

[@Aus_Crusder]

how are you going with the R3 a year on? and how well does it sit on aussie highways? (at 100-110kmh) im thinking of going for my license soon and im looking at the R3 as a potential first bike :)

[@Rj-vs2io]

I love my r3 only issue I had with it is the long throttle throw hurts my wrist, found out you can use a factory r6 throttle tube to shorten the throw by about a 1/3. I'm stoked to try that out next weekend.

[@mxengineer1]

What model year R3 do you have and what model year R6 throttle tube did you buy?

[@wildmanjeff42]

Thanks for the video ! I want a 2024 Blue R3 , awful close to just doing it.

[@steninbiju5599]

Good day mate. Just wondering, how the bike is going now? Planning ro get one soon. It would be great of you could let me know. Cheers

[@AussieMoto]

Bike is still going great. I daily commute with it now approx 70km’s a day. She’s got nearly 10,000k’s on the clock and I’m planning a new vid next week where I’ll do an in depth follow up review of the bike.

[@readywerx]

Have you considered and ECU flash or are you happy with how it is now? ( do you have any aftermarket plans? ) Great video, Cheers! :)

[@AussieMoto]

I am considering these things. Original plan is to just enjoy it as much as I can for as long as I can but I am contemplating doing some things. Not sure where I’ll start though.

[@Seanwxyz1]

I need to buy a bike within the next 7 days for the purpose of going to work, shops, street and freeway riding in all types of weather conditions. I have no motorcycle experience. I live in Texas. Which bike do you recommend: Yamaha R3, Kawasaki Ninja 400 or Honda Rebel 500?

[@AussieMoto]

I may be bias, but I suggest the R3. For someone with moderate experience on bikes like as a kid on dirt bikes or similar then perhaps I’d recommend going a bit bigger but this bike is perfect for the genuine beginner.

[@akashnag3879]

Waiting eagerly for this to be launched in India.

[@kushpaladin]

i have never had an issue with comfort on the R3, though the stock seat isn't the best for riding longer than 1 hr. i have had to pull over to give my butt a rest. and i usually only ride that long during the summer, so it's not worth it to me to spend $300 on a seat upgrade

[@_xsoo_416]

get yourself a full exhaust system, new air filter, and change the gearing, power commander, and u wont get bored of it

[@AussieMoto]

Good advice. I’ll vlog the process as we work towards that list! Thanks mate.

[@org1n]

Rock n roll bro! Hope to get an r3 soon!

[@stanopsi6687]

Hey Boss. what quadlock mount did you use and how did you Fit it on your r3? Thanks Mate 😁

[@brayannnlv]

great vid

[@AussieMoto]

Thanks Mate!

[@mrmyme]

How have you found the reliability on the R3 I just went to look and sit on one ☝🏼 recently for my first bike. I fell in love and can’t wait to get it. I wanted the Honda Cbr300r but I think Yamaha offers more for a beginner bike.

[@AussieMoto]

I cannot fault it’s reliability. I now have 11,500km’s on the clock and the bike is still completely faultless and I still love it.

[@shadowz0077]

Another great video. Question: How much effect does a cross wind have on the bike?

[@AussieMoto]

You can feel it, it’s not unnerving or unsettling though. I imagine it’s no different to any other 180’ish kg bike. After Your first couple of semi’s heading the opposite direction on the highway you get used to how much she moves.

[@chrisrowe6460]

i was rly inspired by 9:00 so here i am abt to make my first youtube comment ever. another youtuber mentioned that the engine breaking was quite strong and advised newer riders against the r3 in that aspect, praising it in most others. does it have an effect on u? is that sort of method of slowing down comfortable and how does it affect your usage of the manual brakes

[@chrisrowe6460]

also, great video!

[@AussieMoto]

Thanks for your comment. You get used to the engine brake quite quickly. I found on my early rides I was slowing down too much and too soon and having to throttle back on to get to the corners. I don’t find it unnerving or any kind of hindrance though it’s simply one of those things you get used to, quickly. Now that I’m up over 4000 km’s on the clock the engine brake feels like it is a little less, perhaps as the bike wears in she coasts easier, and for longer. On top of that, I’m riding a little faster as well and when you combine a worn-in engine with a more aggressive riding style you do have to apply brakes a little harder as the engine brake alone needs a little bit of occasional help. Bare in mind though that these 2 factors I’ve mentioned have been very gradual over a couple of thousand miles so it’s not something I’ve even noticed and didn’t have to overtly try to change or accomodate - it simply becomes your riding style naturally and intuitively. I highly recommend this bike, I absolutely love it.

[@andrewduarte7974]

do the R3's preform well in colder weather? also what's the best gear to wear for wind chills/weather?

[@AussieMoto]

Thanks for the comment Andrew. Mate as we come in to winter I’ll have a better idea and will perhaps do a video on this. Unfortunately I’m in the tropics and it’s rarely gets genuinely cold here - I’ve literally never seen snow, or even frost. I have noticed as summer subsides my Dririder textile jacket is a bit lacking in warmth so as winter nears I’ll pay a bit more attention to cool weather riding and report on it in a vid.

[@jeffcharmainehaines4906]

Are you bored of the power band or is it plenty power??

[@vincentvancoch7603]

Can you give me advice on the exhaust,s most people change them to be here's in traffic and how legal they are And abuse on tail tidy upgrade

[@sethborunda7905]

Do you Recommend replacing the stock exhaust?

[@AussieMoto]

I have 2 conflicting thoughts on this, and you have to ask if the reason to do it is for performance or auditory aesthetics? 1. If it’s for performance - you’re spending a thousand bucks (or more) to gain a couple of hp’s at best. Are these extra hp’s worth the money? A new exhaust costs about 10% what the bike’s worth? 2. Yeah, the sound could use a lift, I think it’s a nice sounding small bike but it’s definitely not a beefy sounding bike. Having said that, remember as above, it’s still only a 321cc so not even a top high end exhaust isn’t going to make it sound like a big bike. In conclusion though - here in Australia you have to be on a small CC bike for 2 whole years before you can get a big bike. So even if it’s not gonna make it perform or sound like a big bike it’s possibly still something you’re gonna want to do to maintain satisfaction with a smaller bike for 2 years. So yeah, when I can afford it I’ll upgrade it.

[@privateviewer904]

hey ,I am a LAMS rider about to get this bike and I was wondering if it is Legal to put an akpo slip on muffler on it that Yamaha sells on their website? Also is it Legal to get a fender eliminator and indicators? I only ask as I know you work in law enforcement.

[@lindobushmanpetrosillo6536]

Going to be my next bike

[@AussieMoto]

Awesome! I’m closing in on 4,000k’s on the clock and still loving it more and more every ride.

[@johnhillsbery7113]

Does the front end ever come up if you really get on the throttle?

[@AussieMoto]

Nope. You can go wide open at any time and she’ll stay on 2 wheels. You need to do some serious clutch/throttle work to get a wheelie going.

[@TexterEX]

Would you recommend this bike to someone who is 6"2?

[@MrGerloc]

I have a r3 2018. Last year of the version 1. It's the standard 41 hp. Some say the Ninja 400 or ninja 500 is stronger and better, Depending where you live the Ninjas US version have about 51 hp i think, And the Eu version ninja have about 45 hp, I'm living in EU so the difference in power between r3 and the ninjas is then about 4 HP , But as i understand in the US the ninjas have about 51 hp, So the idifference in power is bigger and more notable, What's nice about the R3 is it seems to be the same power configuration all over the world so parts for the engine are the same everywhere, And the service intervalls for the valve adjustments is at 40000 km for the R3, and 25000 for most of the Kawasaki's.

[@mackmakki5359]

wa yu chewi da wey yo tohh, i gihh yu a tams down,