bought the R3 (2020) as my first bike, and I don't regret it one bit. I feel like it was the perfect starter bike for learning. It looks like a bigger bike, perfect for city riding, has just enough "oomph" to be safe at highway speeds. Would recommend 100%. Currently looking to upgrade, but will be keeping the R3 for sure.
@@Brooke-qi9nrYeah I’ve seen it recommended many times for a first bike. He said that it was his first bike as well. I’m currently looking to get this as my first bike too 😁
I’m 15 and I ride motocross. I have said for so long that I want a street bike, specifically an r3 when I’m 16. My parents still don’t like that idea so I may have to wait until I’m 18. Either way I love this review! Thanks!
Two-up? Dang, my old 500cc Ninja had enough trouble getting up a hill with a 5'11 Amazon chick on back. I can't imagine how an R3 would do. But boy does that thing look sexy. I'm old enough to remember when there was some law that entry-level sportbikes had to be criminally ugly.
@@kidroaz7598 my first bike was the 2015 r3. I absolutely loved it! Fantastic bike for me to learn on! Best of luck on your journey! Someone told me early on, 4 wheels moves the body, 2 wheels moves the soul!
Hey Texas brother, I think I'm getting the R3 for everyday commuting. I've been riding my XR150L to work and back and have 13 years under my belt. I've been considering the CBR250R and came across this bike. Rats, this bike is so good I overlooked it. I even rode one several years back. I may have to go for this as I'm going for a small displacement sport bike.
Loved the review...very well done....Im on the fence for wither honda or Yamaha...leaning towards Yamaha....My dealer has neither so i will have to wait and wait
I just went to a delarship to sit on some bikes and see which is for me. I’m 4’11 and it fit me perfectly. I’m planning on to save for this bike! I wasn’t able to try the 400 but I’ll keep looking
Beginner bike? Works amazingly well in city or on highways. I have ridden her daily for 2 years, half the time in the rain. Beautiful aesthetics, least important, but I get compliments everywhere,
Just bought a 2022 R3. You state in the video at times a loose, squirmy feeling. I definitely noticed this driving home from the dealership. You don't seem all that concerned in the video.. should I be as a new rider? Thanks for your feedback.
It never felt out of control, just less planted than heavier bikes. My advice is to always make sure tire pressures are spot on cause that will contribute to the issue. Don't be concerned of it, just hone your skills.
2 years ago I also bought a brand new R3 as my first bike. 2 years and 10k km later I would easily recommend this bike as a starter bike. It’s easy and light to control and after 2 years it still gives me enough power to feel like I’m on a 600 cc bike
If you want to put a phone mount on the r3 I used the following on my 2018, should work on newer models Amazon part numbers since I can't post the links - RAM-HOL-UN7BU - RAM-B-367U - RAP-B-201U-A
Biiig queestioon! I have a r3 too, but i can't find a phoneholder that fits. Because there's no place do fix it... Where got you your's? And how you fix it? You would help me a loot if you answer. Thank youu :)
Me too bro, I really like the R6 but I know that it wouldn’t be a good idea to have it as a beginner bike lol. But the way he made the R3 sound, I guess it would be a pretty good beginner bike
@@simonsalmataw7695 it's better to learn how to ride.....not go fast.better to learn how to ride a slow bike fast rather then a fast bike slow. You do that then you'll be able to ride ANY bike fast if you learn how TO RIDE! 💯
The r3 was the first motorcycle I have purchased, and learned how to ride on. I agree with Simon, this motorcycle has been enough for me. Daily commute to work and back. I will consider upgrading in the next couple of years, but this is a well built, fuel efficient, quick bike. If I could do it all over again, I would buy an r3 to begin on. Best of luck, and stay safe!
If you are a smaller rider (height and weight) R3 would probably be better for you. If you are bigger, CBR500 would probably be best bet. But price difference is a huge factor also.. CBR is way more money for not much more power.
I rode an 09 ninja 250 for about 7-800 miles, maybe 1k and it was a good bike BUT I always felt a little frustrated saying “I wish the cockpit was just a little bigger and I could get a little more power through the gears”… I didn’t mean a 600.. This is probably it. That or a ninja 400 or an older 500 😆
The ninjas are notorious for feeling moped-ish. Unless that's what you're looking for. A city commuter that's easy on gas and can slip through traffic. And for that they sacrifice highway power and ability in the curves without some modding. With that being said they can still be fast bikes. We've all seen 250s smoke bigger bikes through curves on the track. But the 300s of today feel so much nicer.
R3 may be torquier down low, but ninja 400 gets better fuel economy even though it's a bigger engine that makes more power because cruising RPM will always be lower for any given speed Also, with a slip on and a tune the ninja 400 picks up quite a bit of power
@@2wheelin shoot the best I can find is 6800 to 7100, but most say 8000, so we will see. Currently Yamaha is unrolling a new ordering system for dealers and I'm hoping to get a moto gp edition, but they have to still work out the bugs. Been told April 20th might be the soonest I can get it ordered
It’s also very expensive to insure a r3, most insurances will list them as a super sport. I paid 1/3 of what I paid for my 2018 r3 compared to a 2014 ninja 650
Where you live? Here in canada R3 is cheaper to insure than all kinds of ninja bikes. I called one insurance and she said that anything from kawasaki that has ninja name is considered red flag from them and much more expensive to insure.
@@pete2.0 yeah different style of quote by insurance tho. I even told her that a ninja 400 is a beginner bike she said no because it has a ninja name and also all CBRs from honda lmao. And then when i asked about the CB 650r which is the naked version and has inline 4 engine, she said the insurance is the same as the R3 haha doesnt make sense
bought the R3 (2020) as my first bike, and I don't regret it one bit. I feel like it was the perfect starter bike for learning. It looks like a bigger bike, perfect for city riding, has just enough "oomph" to be safe at highway speeds. Would recommend 100%. Currently looking to upgrade, but will be keeping the R3 for sure.
Is it a good beginner bike like first first bike?
@@Brooke-qi9nrYeah I’ve seen it recommended many times for a first bike. He said that it was his first bike as well. I’m currently looking to get this as my first bike too 😁
Idk why I’m watching this when the bike is sitting in my driveway
I hope to see it in my driveway soon!
@@FullXThrottleyeah man i wish
getting my first bike soon. gonna be saving, and after weeks of looking. this one is reaaally catching my eye 😍
I have one as my first bike.i highly reccomend
Go for it. I bought a used 2017 R3. One month now, I love it. Was thinking z400, but ha d to find.
I’m saving and the r3 looks really nice
I am riding now 2018 r3 ❤️❤️❤️and it's amezing after 4 years....
Love from 🇮🇳🇮🇳🇮🇳 india bro
First person I’ve seen say something about tall people on the r3
6 feet isn't really tall
Im 6'2.its pretty comfy unless you olan on riding for more than an hour and a half straight down a highway
6'1 is entry level tall.
@@davemarshall9322 I'm sorry to hear that
@@hermon.th3 stopped caring after 6'0 threshold tho. You know. Women
I’m 5’3 and super excited to finally find a bike that’s fast AND fits smaller women! No more sacrificing 👸
woman on a bike????
@@maalikserebryakovwhat, women can’t be on bikes?
in some countries
I’m 15 and I ride motocross. I have said for so long that I want a street bike, specifically an r3 when I’m 16. My parents still don’t like that idea so I may have to wait until I’m 18.
Either way I love this review! Thanks!
Bro this is the exact some for me, I’m selling my yz250f for one of these tho, and my parents don’t mind🤙
R3 is too powerful for you kid.
Stick to 125cc
This is one of the most engaging reviews I've seen so far. Kudos
Thank you!
Love this review! Getting my first bike soon and I’ve been catching an eye on this one for a long time, thanks for this!!
Planning on buying this bike in a couple months. I'm so damn excited. Going to take the MSF next month.
Two-up? Dang, my old 500cc Ninja had enough trouble getting up a hill with a 5'11 Amazon chick on back. I can't imagine how an R3 would do.
But boy does that thing look sexy. I'm old enough to remember when there was some law that entry-level sportbikes had to be criminally ugly.
Nice, honest review. Thank you sir.
Incredible video! Thank you for the info! Currently sitting on a 2015 r3.
Looking to get into riding and thinking about getting the 2022 r3
@@kidroaz7598 my first bike was the 2015 r3. I absolutely loved it! Fantastic bike for me to learn on! Best of luck on your journey! Someone told me early on, 4 wheels moves the body, 2 wheels moves the soul!
I ride a 2018 and I couldn't love it anymore.. was going to go for a larger cc , but honestly, I love this little thing
Yup getting my r3 in a month from can’t wait 🤘🏾
Hey Texas brother, I think I'm getting the R3 for everyday commuting. I've been riding my XR150L to work and back and have 13 years under my belt. I've been considering the CBR250R and came across this bike. Rats, this bike is so good I overlooked it. I even rode one several years back. I may have to go for this as I'm going for a small displacement sport bike.
I’m saving and this r3 looks really nice, I’m looking for a first bike
Great review. hit it on the nail!
Listening to "Gojira" while riding a R3 .. what taste!!
I love that you were listening to gojira
Good review, just the useful stuff, keep going with it👍
Loved the review...very well done....Im on the fence for wither honda or Yamaha...leaning towards Yamaha....My dealer has neither so i will have to wait and wait
Thank you! I would take the Yamaha over the Honda personally but a good deal on a honda would change my mind. Good luck!
I just went to a delarship to sit on some bikes and see which is for me. I’m 4’11 and it fit me
perfectly. I’m planning on to save for this bike! I wasn’t able to try the 400 but I’ll keep looking
it is a beautiful bike is all you need really. ego is what makes people think they need more
I see you’re listening to that gojira 🤘🏼🤘🏼🤘🏼
Beginner bike? Works amazingly well in city or on highways. I have ridden her daily for 2 years, half the time in the rain. Beautiful aesthetics, least important, but I get compliments everywhere,
Looking at one of these as a beginner bike. 🤞
Just bought a 2022 R3. You state in the video at times a loose, squirmy feeling. I definitely noticed this driving home from the dealership. You don't seem all that concerned in the video.. should I be as a new rider? Thanks for your feedback.
It never felt out of control, just less planted than heavier bikes. My advice is to always make sure tire pressures are spot on cause that will contribute to the issue. Don't be concerned of it, just hone your skills.
2 years ago I also bought a brand new R3 as my first bike. 2 years and 10k km later I would easily recommend this bike as a starter bike. It’s easy and light to control and after 2 years it still gives me enough power to feel like I’m on a 600 cc bike
its a nice review..🤘🤘
good review
Nice job my dude
remember it’s better to ride a slow bike fast than a fast bike slow!
If you want to put a phone mount on the r3 I used the following on my 2018, should work on newer models
Amazon part numbers since I can't post the links
- RAM-HOL-UN7BU
- RAM-B-367U
- RAP-B-201U-A
Biiig queestioon! I have a r3 too, but i can't find a phoneholder that fits. Because there's no place do fix it... Where got you your's? And how you fix it?
You would help me a loot if you answer. Thank youu :)
Awesome review! I’m looking to get my first ever bike, is this a good bike for a beginner?
Me too bro, I really like the R6 but I know that it wouldn’t be a good idea to have it as a beginner bike lol. But the way he made the R3 sound, I guess it would be a pretty good beginner bike
@@simonsalmataw7695 it's better to learn how to ride.....not go fast.better to learn how to ride a slow bike fast rather then a fast bike slow. You do that then you'll be able to ride ANY bike fast if you learn how TO RIDE! 💯
@@cavalliidarula7624 thanks for the good advice my guy! That actually helps a lot, thanks bro🙏
The r3 was the first motorcycle I have purchased, and learned how to ride on. I agree with Simon, this motorcycle has been enough for me. Daily commute to work and back. I will consider upgrading in the next couple of years, but this is a well built, fuel efficient, quick bike. If I could do it all over again, I would buy an r3 to begin on. Best of luck, and stay safe!
@@simonsalmataw7695 sadly they don’t make the R6 anymore at least not in Canada
This bike is fast, judging by the video. Bigger CC likely not really needed, this will do lol
Between a new R3 and a used CBR 500, which one should I go for?
Been confused about this for years now
As an owner of a new R3 it’s just perfect
Dude, I’m in the same situation lmao both bikes have been on my mind and I can’t seem to choose
As a CBR500 owner…I would get the R3.
Ride both, then you'll know. Test rides are fun.
If you are a smaller rider (height and weight) R3 would probably be better for you. If you are bigger, CBR500 would probably be best bet. But price difference is a huge factor also.. CBR is way more money for not much more power.
Thank you so much!!
I'm surprised you never mentioned the Ninja 400.
How is the ride quality on the R3?
I don't want a really stiff bike.
This is an R3 review why would he start talking about other Bikes
@@maalikserebryakov
Because the ninja 400 is in the same class as that bike and a lot of times they do comparisons.
Nice, what phone mount do you have?
What about vs a ninja 400
NYC underglow
Hey nice video, I´m 6.3 feet tall. Do you think the R3 will fit me?
A little gojira action 😎
Gojira 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
I rode an 09 ninja 250 for about 7-800 miles, maybe 1k and it was a good bike BUT I always felt a little frustrated saying “I wish the cockpit was just a little bigger and I could get a little more power through the gears”… I didn’t mean a 600.. This is probably it. That or a ninja 400 or an older 500 😆
The ninjas are notorious for feeling moped-ish. Unless that's what you're looking for. A city commuter that's easy on gas and can slip through traffic. And for that they sacrifice highway power and ability in the curves without some modding.
With that being said they can still be fast bikes. We've all seen 250s smoke bigger bikes through curves on the track. But the 300s of today feel so much nicer.
Hi. How much is fuel concumption in city and higtway?km/l
Liked for Gojira
My 2023 R3 is a beast
Why did he keep comparing it to the ninja 300 and not the ninja 400
BC is more comparable to the 300. The ninja 400 is just better.
@@Shaggy_0213 no it’s more comparable to the 400 the 300 isn’t even currently being sold so it shouldn’t be used as a comparison
Listening to Gojira. 👍
What is the name of the custom exhaust?
Love this bike.
I’m 6feet I ride r15 v3 but my back hurts after riding 20km
R3 may be torquier down low, but ninja 400 gets better fuel economy even though it's a bigger engine that makes more power because cruising RPM will always be lower for any given speed
Also, with a slip on and a tune the ninja 400 picks up quite a bit of power
The 400 has like 70 more cc and is already more torquey stock. If you want more power, buy the 400.
It does not give super sport feel. The ergos. Feels like a naked bike, tbh.
@@ajaxsid9034 imo the riding position is less aggressive so ya i agree
I am 4'10 looking to get my first bike I REALLY DONT WANT A 250 so I hope I can fit this!
You are probably better off with a Honda Rebel 300 tbh.
my friend has one, I really dislike the look went with a kawasaki ninja 300 and I adore it! @@deedle6073
What kind of exhaust?
what? i heard the opposite about the tork on the ninja, at least the 400
Which country is this?
I know college station when I see it
What if I'm 13 and I want to ride
gojira 😎
Please, the support smartphone. Where did you buy it? How is it assembled?
Amazon
@@dylanportillo2317 thanks
May I ask where did you buy the mobile phone support？
They sell them on amazon just double check and make sure they are good quality dont want a iphone going flying across the high way
Camera setup please
Gopro hero 8 on my chin
Gojira!!!
Is 5'6 a good height to ride this
Ye it should be perfect.
I’m 5’10 and it feels perfect
Guys in my country the R3 2021 is for 2500$ only lmao
Hard to buy considering that you can buy a 600cc for the same price 😔
I need a bike for DoorDashing. Great gas savers.
hoping the zx25r is available in your country.. Its a screaming little devil..
Bro
What a good out the door price for one of these bikes?
Totally depends on the location, year, etc. Typical price is probably $6,000 out the door for a brand new one.
@@2wheelin shoot the best I can find is 6800 to 7100, but most say 8000, so we will see.
Currently Yamaha is unrolling a new ordering system for dealers and I'm hoping to get a moto gp edition, but they have to still work out the bugs. Been told April 20th might be the soonest I can get it ordered
@@nativeoutdoors1780 what state are you in? I'm in texas and im finding them for around 6k
I'm in florida, found absolutely 1 of them, 8k out the door
@@JB-jn9kb dang well thats no bueno
IM 5”4 i can ride it
Yeah, I'm also 5'4" and I can easily ride this bike
It’s also very expensive to insure a r3, most insurances will list them as a super sport. I paid 1/3 of what I paid for my 2018 r3 compared to a 2014 ninja 650
Parts are expensive from Yamaha and the frame has more likely to be damaged on a R3,
Where you live? Here in canada R3 is cheaper to insure than all kinds of ninja bikes. I called one insurance and she said that anything from kawasaki that has ninja name is considered red flag from them and much more expensive to insure.
@@classicdufferin8739 I had a ninja 250 which I was insuring for $450 a year by the way
@@pete2.0 yeah different style of quote by insurance tho. I even told her that a ninja 400 is a beginner bike she said no because it has a ninja name and also all CBRs from honda lmao. And then when i asked about the CB 650r which is the naked version and has inline 4 engine, she said the insurance is the same as the R3 haha doesnt make sense