2015 Yamaha R3
I had been hearing from my track days buddies that one of the best ways to get better at PIR is to get a small bike and do small tracks. So one of the bikes I went after in the off season was a Yamaha R3 for my 2018 track day season. I found a used 2015 Yamaha R3 that only had 2000 miles on it and was completely stock with zero upgrades. What were some of the reasons that I chose this bike?
- It has Fuel Injection, so no manual choke and better tuning options;
- It feels a little bigger than the Ninja;
- A couple more ponies than the Ninja (to haul my bigger butt down the track);
- Yamaha is a trusted brand that I've owned for years;
- Comparison tests had most choosing the R3 as the best all around of the small bikes;
Current Yamaha R3 Full Profile
See the dyno, race upgrades, and more photos and videos not found on this page.
Yamaha R3 in Road to Road Racing
In 2019, this Yamaha R3 was featured in our 5 episode video series which features much more footage that follows the path from track days to racing.
Custom Painted R3 Fairing Kit
These are the preview photos we were sent prior to the clear coat. As always, click the photos to see the larger versions.
Right side, directly after mounting them.
RDR Review Video and Photos 3:41 minutes
See our iFairings section for more.
Slip On and Fender Eliminators
Slip On Exhaust (Stainless)
Product ID: WY300 (2015+ Yamaha R3 Slip On Exhaust)Fender Eliminator
Product ID: 1Y300 (2015+ Yamaha R3 Fender Eliminator Kit w/Lic Light & Signals)
These are photos when the stock fairings. As always, click the photos to see the larger versions.
Hear and see the Bike doing Rips Trackside and Onboard 1:18 minutes
See a Four Way Split Screen of One Lap at PIR 2:43 minutes
See and hear the exhaust with links from our Competition Werkes section for more related photos and videos.
R3 Protection Kit
The following parts are all made of UHMW-PE (ultra high molecular weight polyethylene) and a aircraft grade aluminum 6061-T6.
Engine Stator Clutch Case Cover Savers
Part #N78-15CFrame Sliders No Cut
Part #N78-15Front and Rear Axle Sliders
Part #N78-15F and #N78-15RExhaust Frame Sliders
Part #N78-15ES
RDR Review Video and Photos 1:26 minutes
See close up photos of the installation of T-Rex sliders, engine case covers, axle sliders, exhaust slider, spools, and their strapless tie downs setup for my 2015 Yamaha R3.
See our T-Rex Racing section for more related photos and videos.
Rearsets
In 2018, we started with the Woodcraft rearsets (featured below) and in 2019 we went all the way adding their clip-ons, hand guards, toe guard, and tire warmers - see the current Yamaha R3 full profile
Yamaha R3 Rearset Assembly
Part 05-0403B STD Shift + Folding Toe Pieces (shifter and brake)
RDR Review Video and Photos 2:08 minutes
See our Woodcraft section for all of their accessories we use.
Bridgestone Tires
Adam Black
Adam attends various track day events and races providing excellent services to the riders. He was our tire guy for the 2018 season. I ran Bridgestone RS10 on the R3.
See our Bridgestone Tires for more.
Tank Grip
2015 Yamaha R3 - RDR Evolution
Day 1
I searched for an R3 that had this color scheme, and found a totally bone stock bike... ready for upgrades.
Some Mods
I blacked out the original red wheel stripes and added my wide stripes to the wheels. With Competition Werkes fender eliminator and slip on.
Current