Yamaha Yzf-r3 vs Yamaha Fazer 250
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Yamaha Yzf-r3 vs Yamaha Fazer 250. Yamaha Yzf-r3: 42 hp @ 10,750 rpm hp, 169 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 180 km/h, Motoryk rating 8.5/10. Yamaha Fazer 250: 20 hp @ 7,500 rpm hp, 154 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 135 km/h, Motoryk rating 6.5/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Yamaha Yzf-r3
Yamaha Fazer 250
Horsepower (hp)
42 hp
20 hp
Torque (Nm)
29.6 Nm
20.5 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
180 km/h
135 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
169 kg
154 kg
Type
Sport
Sport
Horsepower
42 hp @ 10,750 rpm
20 hp @ 7,500 rpm
Torque
29.6 Nm @ 9,000 rpm
20.5 Nm @ 6,000 rpm
Top Speed
180 km/h
135 km/h
Weight
169 kg (wet/curb weight)
154 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
4.5 L/100km (approx. 22 km/L typical real-world average)
3.5 L/100km (approx. 28 km/L typical real-world average)
Fairing
Yes
Yes
Individual Reviews
Yamaha Yzf-r3
8.5/10
"The benchmark small-displacement sportbike that actually delivers on its promises."
Pros
+Bulletproof parallel-twin engine
+Excellent parts availability
+Sharp, confidence-inspiring handling
Cons
−Buzzy and tiring highway riding
−Suspension needs immediate upgrading
−Limited power for progression
Yamaha Fazer 250
6.5/10
"Solid budget commuter, but don't expect thrills beyond city limits."
Pros
+Frugal fuel consumption
+Comfortable upright ergonomics
+Fairing blocks highway wind
Cons
−Narrow powerband needs revving
−Parts availability inconsistent
−Learner-damaged examples everywhere
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