Yamaha YZF-R3: seat height & fit
Can you flat-foot the Yamaha YZF-R3? Its 30.7" (78 cm) seat height is only half the story — here's the inseam you actually need once sag, seat width and boots are accounted for.
| Seat height (unladen) | 30.7" / 78 cm |
|---|---|
| Wet weight | 373 lb / 169 kg |
| Style | sport |
| Seat width | narrow |
| Inseam to flat-foot | ~28.7" |
| Inseam for balls of feet | ~27.8" |
| Lowering options | Limited |
| Approx. MSRP | $5,499 |
Fit by inseam
What you can expect on the Yamaha YZF-R3 at a range of inseams, wearing riding boots:
| Inseam | Fit verdict |
|---|---|
| 28" | Balls of both feet |
| 29" | Both feet flat |
| 30" | Both feet flat |
| 31" | Both feet flat |
| 32" | Both feet flat |
| 33" | Both feet flat |
Frequently asked
- What is the seat height of the Yamaha YZF-R3?
- The Yamaha YZF-R3 has a published unladen seat height of 30.7 inches (78 cm). Under your weight the suspension sags roughly 1.0 inch, so the effective height you reach is a little lower.
- Can short riders flat-foot the Yamaha YZF-R3?
- You can plant both feet flat on the Yamaha YZF-R3 from roughly a 28.7-inch inseam, and get the balls of both feet down from about 27.8 inches (in riding boots). Below that you're on tiptoes.
- Can the Yamaha YZF-R3 be lowered?
- Aftermarket lowering options for the Yamaha YZF-R3 are limited. A shaved or lower-profile seat is usually the most reliable way to reduce reach.
Lowering & gear for the Yamaha YZF-R3
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