2015 Yamaha R3 Review - One Year of Ownership -
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- čas přidán 26. 08. 2024
- 14,000 miles later and One year of riding the R3, I have finally come up with my opinion of the Bike. This one is a long one, couldn't really make it short, wanted to really put out everything I could think of about my R3. Hope this helps! Plus Look more into the Description to find parts and videos about my bike!
VIDEOS ABOUT MY EXHAUST:
Without Baffle Removed
Before/After Stock: • Akrapovic Racing GP Fu...
Exhaust Review: / watch v=kvcsPGaEmMc
Tunnel: • Yamaha R3 Tunnel Power
With Baffle Removed
Fly-By #1: • Yamaha R3 Akrapovic Ex...
Fly-By #2: • Yamaha R3 Best Soundin...
Tunnel: • Yamaha R3 Tunnel Accel...
On The Dyno: • [FULL] Yamaha R3 Dyno ...
MOD LIST:
ShoGun Frame Sliders:
www.sportbiketr...
R&G Tail Tidy:
www.revzilla.co...
Akrapovic Exhaust:
www.revzilla.co...
Power Commander V:
www.revzilla.co...
Clutch / Brake Levers (Cheap):
www.ebay.com/it...
Red Bolt Kit:
www.ebay.com/it...
Black Windscreen:
www.ebay.com/it...
"Starter bike, I dont likr that term, because every bike is a bike"
This sentence somehow flashed me, idk why but that just makes you such an awesome person :)
instaBlaster...
I just bought an R3 myself. I had a GSXR 600 in the past, but I was really attracted to the idea of the 300. I love it! just like you do. Yes, they do say i'll get bored of it, bored of what exactly? The lack of straight line raw power? I'd rather master my craft on this R3 and ride it the best I can, and keep it too. I plan on keeping this baby for a long time. Enjoy your bike, It's awesome looking!
Awesome! totally agree with ya. Thanks, enjoy yours as well!
I forget who said it but they said if you are bored with a 300cc bike take it to a track and you will be humbled
My opinion is it's more fun going thru gears then hit most city street speeds in 1 gear
This is so in depth, exactly what I was looking for homie! I’m buying one later this summer. Thanks so much for the information
Your videos are really good but... cut... cut... cut... cut... cut
I really do apologize for that, i didin't think it was going to be as bad as it was... but after hearing it for myself, yeah... ill make sure for future videos never to do that
Nicholas Benjamin I didn't notice the cuts until I saw your comment, I now hate you.
Autistic Sasquatch you're welcome
Was just about to say the same bloody thing, I have no idea why youtubes think they need to do this
Mafr0 i think it sounds fine, just has to use it well and he did okay, not perfect but it’s fine to me
I know a lot of kids said to me "your too big, its too slow, dont start with a 300, bla bla bla" I test rode that thing, it was AWESOME, i loved revving the hell out of it, and with me at 250 lbs, that thing moves, and fits me perfect.
Just curious if you bought one, I'm of the same weight. Wondering if it would reach freeway speeds
CanisLupis138 wouldnt see why not its top speed is about 113mph
Then there's my 130 lbs self, I can't wait until spring
Jermaine Riley saaaaame
You sound like Jessie from fast n furious :D
i like this phrase"every bike is a bike "
You gave an awesome, review, bro. Thank you for sharing the mods you did...they really did improve the look and sound of your ride.
Appreciate it man! They definitely do!
Love it. I bought a 2017 R3 ABS down from a 1500cc Intruder. I freaking love my R3. Such a joy to ride, in every way. I agree, a much bigger engine, only temps you to do bad things.
Would you recommend a 2015 r3 for a beginner bike? I was planning on getting it but I've heard that ABS could really be important and make a difference, im just not sure whether to get the 2015 or 2017 with ABS anymore
Glad to hear your positive review on the Yamaha R3 dude! Yammienoob's review of his bike and ninja 300 that he uploaded a few days or weeks ago was totally awful and literally no positive feedbacks for 300cc's bro. But you give a lot of positive review bro!
thanks man! appreciate it, and glad this helped!
great video bro im 100% about getting this as my first bike next week I'll be getting my bike licenses and will getting one also same color as yours. you just got a new subscriber keep up the good work :)
Thanks man appreciate it! You'll definitely have a lot of fun the R3!
he cuts more that my Barber
Bet you still got the same barber 💈
Cuts more than a fight scene from a marvel movie
okay thats it! im buying a R3 first before I buy a Miata
Haha awesome!
+Yamaha ZED when wiring the power commander's harness was it a bit difficult? and i heard theres a o2 block off cap to the o2 sensor?
+DubstepCamper very hard
You need 4 wheels before you buy 2, Dubstep. I'm a dirt bike guy myself, but I'm also 32 & not some kid doing reviews on CZcams(no offense, Zed). Buy the Miata, or better yet, buy a Jeep Wrangler, because the bike will give you everything you need in the Miata, but in a more affordable package. You should be looking to diversify your fun, not package it all in the same kind of fun, which is what the Miata will give you paired with any bike.
Decent review, btw, Zed. I've been watching reviews on these bikes for a couple of weeks now, & your's is one of the better ones out there, as well as being one of the most informative. Good job!
nah buy what you want my first vehicle was an 06 ninja 250 and I loved it!! it was tons of fun great on gas cheap on insurance and just all around the best. and yes I rode my bike year round!
Thank you for this review. I'm looking on getting mine this week hopefully it will be a good condition 2015 R3 because I love to have one soon
What should I check to make sure the bike is good specifically for 2015 R3
Probably the best looking example of the R3 I've seen. Nice work man
Beautiful looking bike brother, I myself been riding over 30 years I've had small and big powerful bikes and now looking at getting a 2015 yamaha r3 with only 300 miles practically brand new. I'm not looking at all balls out super speed that you can't legally use on the street but a fun bike that I can really enjoy.
Really good review, good job editing and explaining the bike with extensive detail.
Thanks!
I love my R3 so much! The best investment for me was new tires, made the bike that much better!
it definitely does
Nice to see someone enjoying motorcycling for what it is and learning skills before going with a superbike. You see a lot of ppl getting big bikes to boost their ego, but they lack any real riding ability except for in a straight line, which any monkey can do. I’m looking to get back into riding after being off for about ten years. Stuck between ninja 300, ninja 400, and this r3. Considering cbr 500 as well.
Any of those choices would be great! Can't really go wrong with any!
Just got my new 2016 R3 yesterday. I "downgraded" from a '06 BMWR1200RT and do not miss it.. Can't wait to break it in this long weekend!
Awesome man glad to hear! sometimes "downgrading" is actually better. you'll have lots of fun on it!
I bought the GG Retrofitz R3. The bike still had clay where they mocked up the profile for the fiberglass 70’s GP inspired fairings. I love it, and I’m a super bike owner and restorer (‘76 CB750, CB550 Super Sport, and CB360T). In three weeks I put 3.5K miles on it. Out of all my bikes, the R3 is the smallest displacement, but is both the fastest and most maneuverable of them all. With my riding experience (about 30k) I smoke my group pals on their R7’s, CBR600RR’s, ZX6R’s, and a Crossplane R1 on the famous canyons around San Diego. They only beat me on the straights, but any rider can simply twist the wrist.
Every motorcycle enthusiast I know, has a "few" motorcycles in their arsenal. It's not an expensive hobby imo. 2 or 3 different sized bikes is easier and easier to come by. Have a 600/1000 supersport for speed, a dirt bike for off road, and a 250/300(or cruiser bike) to roll on around town.
I agree with this kid tho, my 2016 R3 is much more fun to ride fast compared to my 2011 ZX6R. Mind you, I do get annoyed with having to drop a gear or two to pass traffic sometimes compared to my 600, but the price is literally HALF of what a new supersport cost. $5200 cash otd at a dealer is what I paid for my 2016 R3 new. I paid $10,900 cash otd for my 2011 ZX6R 6 years ago for it new. Cash had always been king in my motorcycle buying experiences, and will continue to do so. Anyway, back on topic.
Riding a 250-300cc to it's limits comfortably and confidently vs babying a 600-1000cc supersport being scared as shit of it is not the way to live/learn/ride.
Get your confidence and skills up on whatever you desire to buy, then have fun with it. That's the true point of the 2 wheel life. Not showing off and doing 120+mph wheelies. Doesn't matter what you ride, as long as you're not in a cage(car) you're having fun 🤙 ride on mis amigos
She is a beauty! Like the modifications you put on it. Sick bike bro! Thanks for the video! Ride safe...
A Proud thanks man, will do!
YOOOOO IM 5'6. Yep I've decided. This is my future bike.
Jenn I’m 5.6 too can you reach r3 with both your feet touching the ground?
I'm 5'1" but ride with boots that gives me an extra 1". I can't flat foot but I am able to have the ball of my feet touch the floor just fine. You will probably be able to flat foot easily.
I’ve had a few big bikes and wanted to get a little one so I got the 2017 r3 brand new and it’s a fun fun bike!! Love it!! Great video!!
holy short shifting son
I got to the 0-60 part and went to see if anyone would comment about that too😂
Cool I’m glad I found your channel. Been modifying my r3 2015 glad you said the head lights the eyes one sucks. Was gunna get one lol thanks
Awesome review, really enjoyed it! Now I am strongly thinking about buying a Yamaha R3 as well.
Paid cash for mine outright $5800 AUD drive away brand new 2017 matte black. And I bloody love it !
I’ve road all my life and bought the wife a R3. I myself have a R1 but I ride the crap out of the R3 it’s just a really fun bike to play on. Even have a 09 Ninja 250 as well which was her 1st bike. I even ride it too. There tons of fun.
About the same acceleration as my (05) S2000,at 6 grand Vtec kicks in,sounds like a superbike,never ran it over 85mph,fun car on the Pacific northwest mountain roads,or down to the store for some refreshments haha
I wouldn't go as far to say that the R3 is a beast. That's like saying my 230 hp Civic si is a beast.
Its a little beast, pushed it to 193kmph which is crazy for a 300cc bike...Theres videos of people doing more. I dont think ill ever need more power
Thanks for a lovely review.
Hey man, love the bike looks awesome! I was wondering where you got the tank grip, it looks awesome and i would love to get one.
Thanks man! I got the tank grip from cyclegear, got it back like 6 or 7 months ago, so I don't know if they still carry it
Great review! Don't change gears so early, the power in the R3 is at that top end and you've still got almost 1.5kRPM when you're changing up a gear.
Love my R3, but can't wait for something a bit quicker.
thanks! yeah, I've noticed I do that sometimes, oh well lol
Really good vid for beginners! Looks like the New CBR 1000RR a lil in the front!
Good looking bike 2!
Thanks!
You make me love my r3 even more
This review is awesome and really helpful. Hopefully I'm not too tall for this bike since I'm 6 foot 1 and weigh about 170.
thanks! Glad it helped! it doesn't hurt to try and see :)
+Yamaha ZED yeah that's what I'm gonna do.
very impressed with your review, good job yamaha zed.
Thanks man!
i bought my 1st bike its a r3 2016 matte grey cant wait for an exhaust upgrade
that bike looks fucking beautiful
I like the Arrow racing exhaust it sounds awesome and flames come out of the pipe.
Awesome review man! Thinking about getting one! Subbed!
thanks!
I'll probably get an R6, but watching you struggle to accelerate faster than some normal cars lets me know that I'll definitely only have the bike for one season.
all up to you, all personal preference, i have a lot of fun everytime. plus don't have to worry about tickets
Right now on my local dealer is selling a 2015 left over for 3999!
That's a great deal!
pretty good deal, mine was 4k in jan 2016, however dealer fees and tax is a killer, even after i talked them down on the dealer fees. maybe look for a low mile used one :)
9k$ in Norway :/
+Aleksander Johnsen dang that's alot
Thats a awesome deal 1k less than the original price
i put a mini car jumper ,2 road flairs, mini bicycle air gun with 3 Co2 air cartridges in my R3 rear storage.
Thanks so much for this review ZED! It was really great. The only other person that did a good job reviewing this bike is Yammie Noob, and I liked yours way better! Super helpful, everything you covered, everything. I have had my eye on this bike for about 1.5 years now. Since it came out basically. AS you can tell by it being my profile picture, I LOVE IT! I am no doubt going to buy this bike, but I am waiting for the funds.... Since I am in college, it may be a year yet...... But I Can't wait.
P.S. Do you have any kind of feeling that Yamaha is going to do any kind of updating on this bike in the next 2 Years?
+Patrick O'Regan appreciate it man! Glad it helped! For updating the r3 I'm not to sure, I hope they would update the r6 before the r3 lol. But who knows, they could add a new bike or something haha :)
Awesome video, liked and subbed. When you installed the akra exhaust and the power commander, did you feel a perceivable increase in power/response? I've owned mine for about 6 months and am really intrigued at the idea of upgrading the exhaust but dont want to just throw any ole slip on in there and call it a day. Thanks a bunch for such an informative video.
Hey man thanks! when i installed the power commander, i didn't feel this huge difference, but it was very small. But i would recommend a full system and not a slipon for the R3, more bang for your buck. But glad the video helped!
I just went and looked at one today😁
I’m 6’4 hopefully I fit on the bike :(
Please consider holding the camera still. If you want to be able to move around, a tripod can be very helpful. Thanks for sharing your thoughts on the bike.
I just got an R3 too, I love it! Where did you get your gas tank pad?
awesome! i got it from my local cyclegear
Looking into this as my next bike.. many questions answered!
awesome!
see you live in the Dallas area aswell, maybe you would want to go on a ride with me and some of my friends sometime?
yup, i usually host some group rides during the month. they are usually on a sunday. ill be posting it on my facebook just in case you want to come out and ride. Its pretty much the only time i can ride these days
Great review , I had to sub, hopefully I can get a r3 in a year or so
appreciate it! It's definitely worth the wait, hope you get one!
Here in 2020 nice vid nice bike hope u still have it
nice vid just finally felt like getting a bike I've been thinking about getting a bike for a while and this bike looks really dope. Only thing I was thinking about is i'm 6ft 4 do you think I would fit on the bike?, most of my height is in my legs.
For my own opinion. I will yamaha r3 2018 black glossy colour. Because that is what my heart tells me. 😍😍😍 i dont care if other passed me. I will just enjoy my motorbike and take care of it.
Everybody on you about the cuts but idk how you may talk bit I know I have my pauses so I'd be doing the same. That R3 is something I'm highly looking into. Either R3 or ZX6R
Nice great sounding bike o.O , two q’s what would you say your 0-60 is after mods and can this hold 80 mph well and get up to it without climbing slow ?
MotoStrikerUnit depends on your weight for acceleration. My ninja 300 hits 90 quickly. 4 to 5th gear though. Don’t expect it to be pulling in 6th. I would assume this would not it better. I do only Weight 125 lb though.
Good chill video man👌
thanks man!
Sounds good.👌
Dude quit moving your head around I'm trying to look at this beauty!
Sorry about that, here's a better view of it :) czcams.com/video/6arxUVGVpYU/video.html
nice review!!! have you changed your tires already?
yes
You had me at gear indicator lol good vid .
Damn I don't think I want a big bike. I am riding a cbf 125 at the moment, I am afraid that if I ever buy a big bike I won't like it because it won't be that flickable. R3 seems the best choice...
I bought the same r3 for $1800 two months ago just hit 5k miles on it
I love the r3 so much, I've been debating between the Ninja 300 and this for my first bike, I really like the looks and power of the r3. It's just so expensive! If I have the money I'll definitely buy the r3. I won't be buying for about 2 years so hopefully the price will drop a bit.
Yeah it probably will if you buy used, hope everything works out for ya!
Thanks, if I stumble upon this comment when I do end up buying I'll let ya know what I choose.
@@gageconrad6087 So, 5 years later, what did chose? :p
@@casanovatigo I actually ended up getting a KTM 450EXC Supermoto. It was a fun bike, just eventually had too many issues. I don’t even ride anymore, I’d like a dirt bike again some day though.
@@gageconrad6087 Wow, that's quite a change of ideas, I must say... Thanks for the answer man, appreciated. Stay cool.
Great review buddy and I love that exhaust ;) I have a Yamaha YZF R125 atm and I'm thinking of upgrading to the Yamaha R3 soon ;) They look like great little bikes and sound nice with a Akrapovic exhaust! Great video buddy, that's 1 sub from me =)
thanks man! really appreciate it!
That's alright mate ;)
Man I want a sport bike so bad
Is this the abs version??
Is it odd that I test rode a used one and felt like it was stiff?
Hey Yamaha ZED. I'm considering getting an R3 for my first bike. Sat on one at the International Motorcycle Show in Dallas. Loved the feel of it. By the way, are you in the Dallas area? I'm in Johnson County.
Nice video man
Great video man! I love the mods you've made to your R3.
How is the quality of those eBay levers? I don't want to spend a million dollars on a pair of levers. But I also don't want a pair of flimsy cheap feeling ones either.
thanks man! on the levers, they feel great! the only thing is that after a little bit the color starts to fade if left in the sun too much. I've had them for about 7 to 8 months and it's just now starting to. I mean for $30 levers, that's not bad, compared to like $100 for a single lever haha
Great, I'll order myself a pair then. I'll likely go for black and hope that it fades less than the red color.
The levers don't wiggle around or anything?
+Fadil Karim yeah, the red ones would turn pink lol. but black works good. I like them. they wiggle slightly, but nothing to make you feel like the lever is going to fall off. is it worth almost $250 for a pair of levers that don't wiggle, nor fade? maybe in the long run, but $30 for a pair that do the job, and looks good, you can't beat the price lol.
I wish the RR R3 came with the YAMAHA sticker on the bottom cowling. Makes it looks kind bland down there. anyway, Great bike man. I LOVE my R3, and there's no way i'm at the maximum potential of the bike at the track. I do HATE the tires though, although again, not like I'm going to maximize the grip on that tire anyway lol
I'm going to buy this bike I just wanted to see a review and now I like this bike even more
You definitely won't be disappointed
Yamaha ZED if You were to make changes to the bike what would you change
Yamaha ZED if You were to make changes to the bike what would you change
I've done a lot to it. Mostly just for looks. But my top 3 so far is, full exhaust, demon eyes, and fender eliminator
Yamaha ZED if You were to make changes to the bike what would you change
lol some people start on 1000s but tap tap tap this baby is the perfect starter bike lol
I'd like to know all the mods you've done to the bike and prices, it looks great
Hi, I love your mods. Can you please let me know where you got that red bar end mirrors and the red cover (3 bolt covers) on the handle bar
I found them off of ebay
Thanks for the vid. Do you still have this how is it holding up?
whatt a beauty of a bike
ahhh, a local Frisconian!!! subscribed!
+Spencer Hurst thanks! Lol
This is gonna be my first bike also I went looking at motorcycles and like u right when I sat on the bike I was like this is the one not getting any other bike lol but I have to wait to get it in December sadly
You also need to tune the power commander on the dyno, and probably by a professional.
Yeah I did
There is an always this idea that you start out on smaller cc bike then move on to a bigger one. Maybe you are happy with what you got? I mean not everybody upgrades to a V8 car after driving a smaller car
Oo Dallas I'm close to denton is there any bike nights that are active
You make me want a 300...too stressful riding my 1000..
Pickin my r3 up on Monday. $2500 bruh you’re in Texas ?! Let’s ride !!
How tf u find one so cheap?
Great video bro! Love the new intro! Ohhhh Yeah! Such a sexy bikkkeee
thank you very much :)
Is it difficult to install a power commander? And what needs to be taken off in order to install?
Just Watched all reviews about this bike in past 2 weeks the only petrol sucking problem is it,but it's not going to stop me buying my first bike yamaha r3 and it's the bike I was looking for and could u suggest me what's the latest update this bike comes with I mean like abs?
This dude loves his bike. Hehe.
Where did you get your plate over? If you don't mind me asking!
What seat cawl is that
Can you go on the freeway comfortably?
It's not recommended but this thing cruises at 90mph comfortably, as long as your not on the freeway for an hour+ you should be fine. Getting mine next year sometime, can't wait
What part of Texas do you stay in? I live in Houston I looked at the 2018 R3 at Tejas Motorsports. Looking to buy it cash too!
dude this review is great! unfortunatly, im 16 and only legaly allowed to drive a 50cc. In the netherlands you can get this bike when you're 20 -.-
Oh wow, that's really long
Yamaha ZED yhea it sucks :( but i am happy that im atleast able to rided somethign haha. i just bought a "supersport" 50cc wich looks like a sport bike, it just sounds like a dying lawnmower xD anyway, love your videos :D
haha, thanks man!
just did buy one just like you have...dunno about my exhaust if it is stock or not...but man....your sounds like....thats porn for ears man....amazing sound...
+SaltySiegraine haha thanks man, sounds amazing in person.
i cant wait for my bike after seeing this one....
I'm going to buy this exhaust for my r3 and take the baffle out. Will it sound the same like yours? And what is a power commander and do I need that? Cheers
yup if you buy the full akrapovic gp exhaust and take the baffle out. and you will need a power commander for it as well. The power commander allows you to tune the bike to let it run without the baffle (if you don't tune it correctly or dont have it tuned, taking the baffle out and running the bike like that for a long time will slowly destroy your bike).
Question for people with Yamaha R3 , I wanna buy a used R3 but idk how many miles is good and bad