Yamaha R3 vs R7 for Beginner Riders (Which One is Best?)

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Best Beginner **Sport** Gear:

Best Beginner **Dual Sport/ADV** Gear:

Best Beginner **Retro/Classic** Gear:

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[Telecasterland]

Buy the R3 and get FULL GEAR. Protection is real.

[jonny]

Obviously the best beginner bike is a Hayabusa.

[originalgaige]

The R7 is like a Ninja 650. They are both bikes you can learn on & also grow into at the same time, and personally I think they're some of the few bikes you can comfortably and confidently do that on. If you have absolutely zero experience on motorcycles, a 300/400 class is perfect. But if you have even the smallest amount of experience around motorcycles, discipline & self-control, a slightly bigger bike the the R7 or 650 is more than feasible.

[SWTrailsAndWheels]

The side by side ergo check is a very cool and useful idea!

[ruthlesshatchet]

I can see how this conversation will be in 30 years…. Should you start on this underpowered 100 hp starter bike or go ahead and step up to the 175 hp middle weight bike that you can grow into.

[nesaiEL]

I started on a R7 & it’s funny because this bike was picked for me. This is my beginner bike and honestly it comes down to discipline and respecting the throttle. I’ve been having lots of fun on it and even still I don’t think I’ll be able to outgrow it for awhile. I’d recommend the R7

[hisdadjames]

Its a slam dunk for the R3. Well done maboys for giving sensible advice to the noobs.

[drewmorg.]

For aspiring riders out there: go with the smaller bike. I started on an R6 before any of these "small" bikes were invented and let me tell you, the novelty of that bike wore off quick. I ended up selling it 3 years after purchase with only 2400 miles on it (basically looked brand new) because I never rode the thing. So uncomfortable, power and gearing were completely off for the street. Just listen to the big bros on this one with more experience. Grab an R3 and decide if sport bike is what you wanna even go with -- oh and it's half the price of an R7 with insane gas mileage.

[clarklimbaugh]

Love my little R3. It's a bit buzzy at Texas highway speeds (80+ mph) and the lack of power shows in group rides. But for someone new learning to ride twisties and back roads, it's so great. You can rev it out without getting into too much trouble. Been on it for about 4k miles now, looking at possibly upgrading to the RS 660 if I can find one

[daveb]

Hi I had my learner's permit for two months I bought a Yamaha r3 three weeks ago and and have not regret it awesome bike love riding it

[koppo]

im so glad you also review the bikes as taller riders. im 6ft4 and its difficult to find youtubers this height who review supersports. keep it up :)

[SiggyCloud]

R7 at 10, 000RPM : Please! No more!
R1 at 10, 000RPM : This is about to get interesting.
R3 at 10, 000RPM : HARDER DADDY!!!

[TypicalMT]

That’s a pretty sick R3, I know that owner is watching this video with pride today!

[CaptainFeathersword]

Right on the money regarding mastering a smaller less powerful bike rather than growing into the bike. As a very older (56) rider I am so glad that I went with an MT-03 as my fear factor was actually higher now than it would have been 40 years ago....something to do with wisdom, I think!

[genevieveescalante]

As someone who has never road, backpacked or even touched a motorcycle before getting an r7 as my first bike, I think it was a great choice, I know I won’t ever get a bigger bike because I wouldn’t be able to touch the ground (for reference I am a 22 yo 5’ 3” female) and I didn’t find it difficult to get down the basics and more intermediate skills on this bike. I have only been riding for 2 months and am self touch and only dropped it once while parking. I would recommend this bike to any of my friends who are bigger than me because when I sat on and road my friends r3 I knew I wouldn’t have been happy with it for more than a month.

[geezuss]

I see alot of one handed turns and riding in general. In any event, the r3 or any "little" bike can get away from you or surprise you. It gets up to a speed that can be a task to stop in time given any sudden obstacle. New riders should ALWAYS look far ahead and scan. Remember one of the reasons speed limits exist is that the distance to obstacles is greatly underestimated and results in new riders and intermediate even running into trouble sometimes with fatal consequences. Practice stopping as hard as you can in an empty parking lot. Check road surface before doing so of course, but practice that alot!! This in addition to everyday riding can greatly improve your chances of having an incredible and safe experience. And don't forget to keep both your hands on those grips as much as possible🤛🤜

[santiagoseven]

Well I bought the R7 as my first bike at 26 having had a little experience with dirt bikes and after taking a safety course. Maybe the R3 would have been better for me to start but it is what it is!

[KpopNiDontStop]

Finally saw both in person and sat on both I instantly fell in love with the r7.

[ozpilotgirl]

As a short rider, I bought a 2016 Yamaha R3, primarily due to it's super low seat height.

Commuted on her daily, all year round, for 7 years as well as doing 15 track days on her and riding most weekends with my partner who rides a Triumph Daytona 675. SO flickable on the track.

I've now clocked over 135, 500 kilometres on her. This engine is indestrucible!

I also own a 2018 Triumph Street Triple R (low seat height version) Same seat height as the R3 - guess which bike I still prefer?!?

[alexanderteodor-maziluiii]

Thank you Yam, vintage bike bro daily riding for several years now and looking to upgrade to my first sport bike. These videos help very much. After watching almost all Yammi noob videos, I have decided to go with the turbo hayabusa. My body is ready. Thank you for everything Yammi Noob.