The 2018 Yamaha YZF-R3 has been revealed by Yamaha
for the international market. The bike gets new paint schemes but the
mechanical underpinnings remain the same as the previous generation model.
The 2018 Yamaha YZF-R3 comes in three colour
variants – Raven, Team Yamaha Blue, and Vivid White. The motorcycles will be
available from February 2018 in the United States. Prices start from US$ 4,999
for the non-ABS models, and US$ 5,299 for the ABS versions, both MSRP.
Powering the 2018 R3 is a 321 cc inline twin cylinder
engine with liquid cooling and fuel injection. The Euro 4 compliant engine puts
out 42 PS of power at 10,750 rpm, and 29.6 Nm of torque at 9,000 rpm. The
powerplant pairs with a 6-speed transmission.
Suspension bits include 41 mm KYB front fork, and a
KYB rear monoshock. Taking care of the anchorage are the 298 mm front and a 220
mm rear disc, with ABS as an option. The bike comes with a 14-litre fuel tank,
and weighs 170 kg wet for the ABS model. As per US regulations, the claimed
fuel efficiency stands at 23.8 km/l.
