Re: Yamaha YZF R3 Owners Reviews and Experiences

Hi there folks, anyone has any clue about the 2019 Yamaha R3? Since Yamaha is all out with launches of ABS models and MT15 is nearing launch, can we expect R3 to launch in near future?

Re: Yamaha YZF R3 Owners Reviews and Experiences

Couple of photos from my side





Bisle Ghats




Shettihalli Church near Hassan.

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Some pictures from my side in a rather dead or inactive group. Just to keep the group active


Hulikal Lake, outside Shimoga. A famous Kannada movie "Paramathma" starring Puneeth Rajkumar, Deepa Sannidhi and Aindrita Ray was shot here.


Savehaklu Dam, Shimoga


At the top of Kodachadri

Re: Yamaha YZF R3 Owners Reviews and Experiences

I just changed over to metzeller sportec street medium soft compounds, these are in direct comparison to Michelin pilot street, better in grip and similar mileage, coasted 8.5k in total, worth the spend, cause for a fully faired bike grip is very important.

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It's the same recall as posted above, torsion spring and radiator hose.

Cheers!
VJ

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Another Recall

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I bought a Michelin radial tyre for front, but I did not notice that the rear one is Michelin pilot sporty Bias ply tyre.

So now, can I run with a radial in the front and bias in the rear? The rear one is almost brand new, so I do not want to change that.

I made my life complicated

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No idea about costs but you can place an order through your nearest Yamaha dealer. They should source you the tyres and give you more insights on cost.

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I checked for MRF Masseter front tyre (110/70-17) with their customer care, they said it cost 2300 INR which is super cheap but all the dealer that I called said out of stock. Michelin cost 4,900 INR - not sure whether the cost difference is paid off.

May I know how much does Metzeler M5 costs? - the front tyre?

Regards,
Vignesh

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You have a lot of options.
#1 - Pirelli Diablo Rosso ll
#2 - Michelin Pilot Street
# 3 - Metzeler M5.

Many are using MRF Masseter, Apollo and Ceat tyres.

I personally use Michelins on both front and rear and it is serving me well for touring and commuting purposes.

Rosso ll's and Metzeler M5 has superior grip as per users but the life is less whereas Michelin has average grip but lasts long.

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I gave my bike for recall yesterday, since my bike was serviced 1000 km back, I asked them not to change the oil. The service person said that I am entitled for free oil change, and they gave 3 can of Yamalube 10W-40 SL/MA fully synthetic oil. They also rectified the minor repairs and bike wash with polish for free of cost.

They clicked a photo while handing the oil to me.




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My experience with Sri Motors Ekkatutangal (Near Kasi theatre) Chennai:

I gave my bike for recall and minor repair at Sri Motor, Chennai. I met Mr. Thiayagarajan who is dealing with R3 bikes, and explained the following problems in my bike:

1. Front brake air lock release
2. Bike swaying to left
3. Rear brake pad change
4. Handgrip change
5. Coolant top up

They asked me to take my bike next day, but I did not feel comfortable leaving my bike overnight at service centre after the recent incident where the dealer destroyed an R3. I requested the bike on the same day, but they said its not possible.

So, I asked them not to replace rear brake pad and handgrip but the rest and they promised to deliver at 7.30 pm (I gave my bike at 9.40 am). I went there at 7.30 pm, after waiting for almost 20 mins, I got to see my bike neatly washed. I went for test ride, and all the problems addressed were resolved.

Overall, the job done by the Sri motor is satisfactory and the mechanic Mr. Thiyagarajan is very sincere and polite. I tried to tip him, which he refused to take a penny - this impressed me more.

Henceforth, I will give for bike service at Sri Motors.

Cheers
Vignesh

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Dear Xbhpian,

I want to replace my front tyre, which brand shall I go and how much it cost? I use the bike only for touring and weekend rides.

Re: Yamaha YZF R3 Owners Reviews and Experiences

You can ask for the oil and carry it home. Don't think there's a coupon this time. I maybe wrong though.

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Thanks for the info .If there is an oil change coupon in the recall kit like last time at least it can be used later since my bike has done only around 200 kms since the last oil change.

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They’ll change the engine oil free of cost and some svc are changing coolant free of cost while some are just topping the coolant. They are giving yamaha tshirt this time.

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Do you know if like the last recall they will be giving the free service/oil change coupon or just the coolant may be changed with the recall since i just got my oil changed 1 week back.