Both the Yamaha YZF-R3 and its naked sibling the MT-03 will be launched on December 15, 2023.
Showcased in India
Both bikes were showcased at the Madras International Circuit earlier this year, and then again at the MotoGP Bharat at Buddh International Circuit during the MotoGP race weekend.
Both the Yamaha MT-03 and the R3 will be powered by the same 321 cc, liquid-cooled, DOHC, parallel-twin engine. The engine makes 41.4 bhp at 10,750 rpm and 29.5 Nm at 9,000 rpm and is mated to a six-speed gearbox.
Powertrain of Both Bikes
The engine is housed in a diamond-type frame made from high tensile steel tubing. The same lightweight chassis is shared by both the R3 and the MT-03. Both bikes will come with an inverted 37 mm KYB front fork and a rear monoshock and braking hardware consists of a single 298 mm front disc and single 220 mm rear disc with dual-channel ABS.
Cycle Parts
Prices for both the Yamaha YZF-R3 and MT-03 will be announced on December 15, since both bikes will be CBU units we expect the R3 to be priced at closer to ₹ 3.8 lakh (Ex-showroom), while the new MT-03 is expected to be priced at between ₹ 3.5-3.65 lakh (Ex-showroom).
Launch Date and Expected Prices
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