Australian Road Rider — Bike Guide 2017

Supersports

The lightweight YZF-R3 is an ideal entry point for supersport riders and a seamless solution for

YZF-R15 or other small-capacity owners who are looking to move up. Its powerful new 321cc

twin-cylinder engine and lightweight chassis benefi t from the most advanced technology you’ll fi nd

in the class. Every time you jump on your new R3, you just know it’s going to be like nothing else.

The latest incarnation of the YZF-R15, also known as Version 2.0, has undergone an extensive

revamp. The liquid-cooled, fuel-injected four-stroke has been transformed by a restyle to move it

closer to its R-series family. With the ability to cruise at more than 120km/h and return an average

fuel consumption of around 45km/L, the R15 blends performance, reliability and low running costs.

It is designed to appeal to riders looking for a practical motorcycle for everyday riding that sports

R-series sharp looks.

YAMAHA YZF-R3 $6299

YAMAHA R15 $4299

Engine: Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, SOHC, 4-valve

Displacement: 150cc

Power/Torque: NA

Transmission: 6-speed, multi-plate clutch,

chain fi nal drive

Tyres: F: 90/80R17 R: 130/70R17

Seat height: 800mm

Kerb weight: 136kg (wet)

Fuel capacity: 12L

Warranty/Service interval: 1 year, unlimited

km/NA

SPECIFICATIONS

VERDICT: UPDATED SPORTS

Engine: Liquid cooled, 4-stroke, DOHC,

4-valve, twin

Displacement: 321cc

Power/Torque: NA

Transmission: 6-speed, multi-plate clutch,

chain fi nal drive

Tyres: F: 110/70R17 R: 140/70R17

Seat height: 780mm

Kerb weight: 169kg

Fuel capacity: 14L

Warranty/Service interval: 2 years, unlimited

km/10,000km

SPECIFICATIONS

VERDICT: GOOD VALUE

YAMAHA YZF-R6 $16,499 If you’re chasing the benchmark ride in supersport performance, stop looking. Yamaha’s iconic R6

is the most advanced production 600cc motorcycle Yamaha has ever built. The first production

motorcycle with a fly-by-wire throttle system, the R6 features the same Yamaha chip-controlled

intake as on the R1, to vary intake tract length for excellent cylinder fi lling and a broader

powerband, benefi ts even more pronounced on the higher-revving R6.

Engine: Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, DOHC,

4-valve, forward-inclined parallel 4-cylinder

Displacement: 599cc

Power/Torque: 87.1kW @

14,500rpm/61.7Nm @ 10,500rpm

Transmission: 6-speed, multi-plate slipper

clutch, chain fi nal drive

Seat height: 850mm

Kerb weight: 189kg (wet)

Fuel capacity: 17L

Warranty/Service interval: 2 years, unlimited

km/10,000km

SPECIFICATIONS

VERDICT: PURE

LAMS APPROVED

LAMS APPROVED

http://www.adriaticmototours.com

Thailand & Laos

13

years

TOUR

DATES

November 5 - 19

November 26 - December 10

15

days

We’re presenting a two week ride through Northern Thailand and wild Northwest Laos.

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Sukothai (UNESCO World Heritage Site), Phu Rua,

Vientiane, Vang Vieng, Luang Prabang (UNESCO

World Heritage Site), Mountains to Oudom Xai,

Chiang Rai, Golden Triangle, Mekong River,

Road of 1,864 curves, Long Neck Hill Tribe, Doi Inth

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