YZF-R3 has the same engine and frame, but received a face lift and some technical revisions. (YZF-R25 which shares the body in Japanese domestic specifications is expected to be released simultaneously). It is just an intermediate position among Yamaha’s sports bikes, but that does not lose sight of the qualities of running everyday. German motorcycle magazine “PS” delivered test ride impression report of R3 and new YZF-R125.
Even if I want to hold a lot of motorcycles … /. YZF-R3
Many riders will dream of possessing a garage full of motorbikes. everyone want at least 5 motorcycle! No, if we can have one motorcycle for public road and one motorsycle for riding circuit at least, no complaining! …… However, especially for young riders, this kind of desire almost end with imagination. Who could have organized such a fleet with beginners who would like to ride from now?
But there is a solution. The name is “YZF-R3”. It can be said that the actual value is further increased if the contents are considered at the ease of purchase of 5895 euros.
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Looking further into the cockpit, we see more changes. In addition to the easy-to-read LCD speed meter, there are a gear position indicator, an adjustable shift timing indicator, a fuel gauge, and a distance meter rich in display variations. On the other hand, aluminum top bridge that was carved out with MotoGP style attracted his attention. The position of the handlebar was lowered 22mm and the aperture angle opened twice. Although it became a more sporty riding position in this way, YZF-R3 still entered a comfortable category. This would be due to a seat as low as 780mm. If you want to make it a real racer, you can raise the seat by a few inches from here.
Well, how sporty is YZF-R3? Looking back at riding the circuit, the course has no long straight line except for the main straight, and the gear change is really busy. From 3rd to 4th and then to 5th and 6th gear. Instantly return to the 3rd speed and repeat from the beginning. However, the task of lowering the gear ratio by 3 is sometimes not absolutely necessary in the tight hook corner. Because this 321cc engine always generates sufficient torque.
※ Details will be posted in the Young Machine April issue.
[YZF-R125] The most popular 125cc so far
This new R125 is the third generation and almost all of it has been revamped. Nothing would have imagined Yamaha announcing the first YZF-R125 in 2008 that this one-eight liter machine would be so successful. It seems that all 16 years old people seems to want this machine. Super sports for young people has often become the best seller of Yamaha history. Especially in Germany, England, Italy, Spain, France, and Norway, it is very popular.
It’s been 10 years since the first model appeared, now the third generation of 125cc is in the starting block. YAMAHA public relations man in Europe said, “This product is premium,” he told Yamaha how seriously he was working on the model change of this machine and how thoroughly approached the project.
It gives a rough overview of the machine and features an engine that generates a legal maximum output of 15ps, a MotoGP-like appearance and more modern design, lighter and more accurate handling. In addition, it is realizing comfort and user friendliness in that area while attaining a high top speed. To achieve these ambitious goals, everything is new, from the engine to the frame and to the chassis.
Let’s clarify how effective these radical therapies are. Because this new model is the best among modern 125cc sports. Compared to YZF-R3, R125 is sitting higher. The inverted fork is φ41 mm, 4 mm thick compared to φ37mm of R3, and it is definitely high rigidity. Despite playing a big leap in this small Yamaha, it provides enough space for even taller riders.
The engine with variable valve mechanism of 125cc.
However, the most important thing is the engine, especially the Variable Valve Actuation (VVA) which switches between two different cam profiles at 7400 rpm, may be said to be the biggest topic of model change this time. In addition, the cylinder head is new, and it has a large diameter short exhaust / exhaust valve. Although the compression ratio is the same as that of the conventional type, the combustion chamber is small, and better combustion efficiency is pursued. By combining a new fuel injection system with a significantly expanded air box, the torque of the single engine is optimized and the response when opening the throttle wide is soft.
However, regardless of whether the engine is clearly smoother than the conventional type, basically it is difficult to explain this properly if you are maneuvering to throttle 15 horsepower with full throttle. However, the new R125 does not have to switch modes (in the brain of the rider). The conventional type had to keep up from 7000rpm, but the new model accelerated neatly from this point. Unfortunately we can not feel the switching of VVA (it is not very noticeable) but instead the cockpit has a VVA display and you can visually see the changeover of valve control.
I fell down on the fuel tank, the maximum speed was 134 km / h on the meter reading. When you enter the corner with this, you can feel Yamaha that is very energetic. If you want to be young Valentino Rossi, you must get it!
※ Introduction to Japan is still undecided so far
