Yamaha Launches the much-awaited R3 and MT-03 in India
Both the motorcycles come equipped with 321cc liquid cooled engine, Upside Down Front Forks, LCD instrument cluster, LED headlight & taillight, LED Indicators, etc. Both motorcycles will be imported as CBUs and will be sold through select Blue Square showrooms.

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India Yamaha Motor (IYM) Pvt. Ltd. is thrilled to announce the launch of the much-awaited models – the track-oriented R3 and the street fighter MT-03 in India, as part of its heart-revving brand campaign – The Call of the Blue. These two iconic motorcycles truly represent Yamaha’s Racing DNA and underscore the brand’s unwavering commitment to advancing the premium motorcycle segment in the Indian market. The brand aims to meet the elevated expectations of legions of riding enthusiasts seeking pure motorcycling experience, maximum performance, and racing pedigree from their motorcycles. The latest additions to Yamaha’s portfolio, both the models aim to fulfill the growing aspirations of young R15 and MT-15 customers in India. The all new R3 and MT03 boasts a powerful 321cc liquid cooled, 4-stroke, in-line two-cylinder, DOHC and 4-valve per cylinder fuel injected engine that produces 30.9 kW (42 PS) at 10,750rpm of maximum power and 29.5 Nm (3 kg-m) at 9,000rpm of maximum torque. Additionally, both the bikes feature, such as light-weight diamond frame, Upside Down Front Forks, long swingarm and mono-cross rear suspension, multi-function LCD instrument cluster, and LED headlight, taillight & turn signal light. The R3, with strong genetic links from YZR-M1, is built to
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