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Yamaha R3 vs Aprilia RS 457

Do you want to find out which bike is the best, Yamaha R3 or Aprilia RS 457? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between R3 and RS 457. Yamaha R3 Price starts at Rs.4.65 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD and Aprilia RS 457 Price starts at Rs.4.10 Lakh (ex-showroom) for 457 STD. Yamaha R3 is 2 cylinder, 321 cc Engine can generate 41.4 bhp @ 10750 rpm power whereas Aprilia RS 457 is a 2 cylinder, 457 cc Engine can generate 47.6 HP (35 kW) at 9,400 rpm power. In terms of range, R3 provides a range of N/Akm/charge (base model), and RS 457 has a mileage of 30 kmpl (base model). Yamaha R3 is available in 2 colours & 1 variants whereas Aprilia RS 457 is available in 3 colours & 1 variants.

R3 vs RS 457

Key HighlightsYamaha R3Aprilia RS 457
PriceRs.4.65 LakhRs.4.10 Lakh
Engine Capacity321 cc457 cc
Power41.4 bhp @ 10750 rpm47.6 HP (35 kW) at 9,400 rpm
Mileage/RangeN/A km/charge30 kmpl
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Yamaha R3 STD bike
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Rs. 4.65 Lakh
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457 STD
Rs. 4.10 Lakh
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Specifications Overview

Variant Name
On Road Price
5.24 Lakh
Price Breakup
4.62 Lakh
Price Breakup
User Rating
4.5
4.4
Transmission Type
Manual
Manual
Fuel Tank Capacity
14 Litres
13 Litres
Engine Displacement
321 cc
457 cc
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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

Braking System
Dual Channel ABS
Dual Channel ABS
Calliper Type
Front 2 Piston Rear 1 Piston
Front 4 Piston Rear 1 Piston
Front Disc Size
298
320
Front Suspension Preload Adjuster
-
check
Front Wheel Size
17
17 x 3
Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster
-
check
Rear Wheel Size
17
17
Wheel Type
Alloy
Alloy
Front Suspension
Telescopic Upside Down Fork (USD Fork)
41mupside-dowforkadjustablpreload120mmtravel
Rear Suspension
Swingarm
MoNoshock& adjustable preload& 130 mm wheel travel
Front Tyre Size
110/70 R17M/C 54H
110/70 - 17
Rear Tyre Size
140/70 R17M/C 66H
150/60 - 17
Front Type
Hydraulic single disc
Disc
Rear Disc/Drum Size
220 mm
220 mm
Rear Type
Hydraulic single disc
Disc

Instrumentation

Riding Modes Switch
-
check
Touch Screen Display
Fuel level guage
check
check
Gear Indicator
check
check
Tachometer
Digital
Digital
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Odometer
Digital
Digital

Exterior

Daytime Running Lights
check
check
LED headlight
check
check

Warranty

Basic Warranty
2 Years or 30000 km
3 Years or 36000 km

Body & Suspension

Colors
Images
Frame Type
Diamond
Dual Beam Aluminium Frame

Engine & Transmission

Gear Shifting Pattern
1 Down 5 Up
1 Down 5 Up
Ignition
Electric
-
Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
1 Per Cylinder
Engine Capacity
321 cc
457 cc
Engine Type
4-stroke& 2-cylinder& Liquid-cooled& DOHC& 4-valves
2 Parallel forward facing cylinders& 4 valves per cylinder& liquid cooled with Ride-By-Wire
No. of Cylinders
2
2
No. of valves per cylinder
2
4
Transmission Type
Manual
Manual
Battery Capacity
0.084 kwh
-
Bore x Stroke
68 mm x 44.1 mm
69 mm x 61.1 mm
Configuration
11.2:1
-
Cooling type
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Fuelling
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Max Power
41.4 bhp @ 10750 rpm
47.6 HP (35 kW) at 9,400 rpm
Max Torque
29.5 Nm @ 9000 rpm
43.5 Nm @ 6700 rpm

Comfort & Convenience

Front Storage Box
Geo Fencing
-
Low Battery Indicator
-
check
Low Oil Indicator
-
check
Pillion Backrest
Pillion Footrest
check
check
Riding Modes
-
3
Service Reminder Indicator
-
check
Under Seat Storage
GPS & Navigation
-
Console Type
Digital
Digital
Distance to Empty Indicator
-
check
Engine Kill Switch
check
check
Instrument Console
Digital
Digital
Luggage Space

Safety

Hazard Warning Indicator
-
check
Hazard Warning Switch
-
check
Radial Tyres
check
check
Pass Light
check
check
Pillion Grabrail
check
check
Turn Signal
LED
LED
ABS - Anti-lock braking system
Dual Channel ABS
Dual Channel ABS
Brake Assist
Dual Channel ABS
Dual Channel ABS
Slipper Clutch
Wet, Multiple Disc
Multiplate wet clutch with slipper system
Traction Control System
-
check

Dimensions & Capacity

Length
2090 mm
-
Width
730 mm
-
Height
1140 mm
-
Wheelbase
1380 mm
-
Ground Clearance
160 mm
-
Fuel Tank Capacity
14 Litres
13 Litres
Body Type
-
Sports Bike
Seat Height
780 mm
800 mm
Unladden/Kerb Weight
169 kg
175 kg

Pros & Cons

Pros
  • Engine performance is brilliant
  • Refined redline behaviour
  • Braking is very strong & spot-on
  • Suspension setup is perfectly tuned for road
  • Overall design & build quality is superb
  • Build quality, fit and finish are superb
  • Design similar to the bigger RSV4
  • Looks like a bigger sports bike
  • Engine performance is thrilling and fast
  • Agile handling makes it very fun to ride
  • Multiple optional accessories like Quickshifter
Cons
  • Design is already aged in global markets
  • No modern features like the TFT console
  • Lack of safety features like slipper clutch
  • Stock brakes lack bite and confidence
  • Vibrations on the handlebar and footpegs in the engine mid-range
  • A fully loaded bike with options is costly
  • Aprilia service centres are limited
  • Long-term maintenance and parts availability are questionable
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Detailed Comparison of Yamaha R3 and Aprilia RS 457

Safety

R3 comes loaded with Dual Channel ABS ABS - Anti-lock braking system, Radial Tyres, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail. RS 457 has Hazard Warning Indicator, Hazard Warning Switch, Radial Tyres, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, Traction Control System.

Comfort & Convenience

Yamaha R3 has features like Pillion Footrest, Engine Kill Switch, Side Stand Indicator and Aprilia RS 457, on the other hand, has Low Battery Indicator, Low Oil Indicator, Pillion Footrest, Service Reminder Indicator, Distance to Empty Indicator, Engine Kill Switch, Side Stand Indicator.

Transmission

Yamaha R3 comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission and RS 457 comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission.

Dimensions

Yamaha R3 has a 14 Litres fuel tank with 1140 mm seat height. Aprilia RS 457 has seat height and 13 Litres fuel tank capacity.

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Yamaha R3 and Aprilia RS 457 Owner Reviews

  • R3 Review
  • RS 457 Review
    • SP
      Sandip Patel
      11 Month ago
      4.4
      The bike is a popular motorcycle model known for its performance, reliability, and affordability.
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    • Hd
      Hitesh dangar
      11 Month ago
      4.4
      The bike offers competitive mileage within its category, making it an attractive option for users looking for a sporty yet efficient motorcycle.
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    • S
      Sdff
      11 Month ago
      4.4
      It features a lightweight and agile chassis that offers excellent handling characteristics. Its diamond-type steel frame provides rigidity while keeping the overall weight low.
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    • Rl
      Revaram lodhi
      11 Month ago
      4.4
      The design of the bike reflects a blend of sportiness, modernity, and functionality, making it an attractive option for users looking for a visually appealing and performance-oriented motorcycle.
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    • S
      Snehendu shee
      11 Month ago
      4.4
      The bike offers a commendable level of comfort for a sportbike, making it suitable for both spirited rides and longer journeys.
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