Thinking of the Yamaha YZF-R3? Consider these five rivals

From the Aprilia RS 457 to the KTM RC 390, here are five rivals you can consider instead of the Yamaha R3.

Yamaha YZF-R3 rivals — The Yamaha R3 has received a price cut that makes it more competitive within its segment. At the same time, it is not the most well-equipped sports bike that you can get at its price point.

The Yamaha YZF-R3 has recently been treated with a ₹1.05 lakh price cut, and the sports bike now sits at a more competitive price tag of ₹3.60 lakh (ex-showroom). This price point makes the R3 more accessible than the Aprilia RS 457 and is better suited for what the bike has to offer. With the YZF-R3, Yamaha strikes a balance between unadulterated performance and everyday usability. At the same time, this sports bike is a Completely Built-up (CBU) unit from the 2023 model year and does not bring the most up-to-date feature suite. If you are interested in purchasing the Yamaha YZF-R3 now but want something newer and better equipped, here are five other sports bikes that are positioned as great alternatives:

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First Published Date: 04 Feb 2025, 13:39 PM IST