Enhancing Braking Performance: Upgrading the Brake System on a Yamaha R3
When it comes to motorcycles, safety should always be a top priority. One of the most critical components contributing to a rider’s safety is the braking system. While the stock brake system on the Yamaha R3 is adequate for everyday riding, upgrading it with high-performance components can significantly enhance braking performance and overall control. In this blog post, we’ll explore the benefits of upgrading the brake system on a Yamaha R3, specifically through the installation of new HEL braided brake lines, a Brembo P4 caliper, a Brembo RCS15 master cylinder, and disabling the ABS system. Braided Brake Lines: A Step Towards Efficiency and Consistency Replacing the stock rubber brake lines…
HOW-TO: Install a FastFrank Rear Caliper Bracket on your R3
The Fast Frank Racing Rear Caliper Bracket Kit will greatly simplify the process of changing the rear wheel on your Yamaha R3. With this modification, you will no longer need to get an extra pair of hands or some zip ties to hold the rear caliper in place while you try to slide the wheel in place. The captive bracket kit from FastFrank will ensure that the caliper remains in place while you mount your rear wheel. The installation process is not very complex, but you need to be confident in your abilities to re-assemble the rear caliper. Since filming this video, I have had the opportunity to disassemble and…
Simplify Your Life with SpeedBleeder Valves
Replacing your brake bleeder valves with SpeedBleeder valves is one of my favorite upgrades for a motorcycle. It won’t make you faster on the race track, but this modification will significantly simplify the process of flushing and replacing your brake fluid. This modification is also advantageous even if you are not racing or doing track days. In this video, I am documenting the process of replacing the bleeder valves on a Yamaha R3. In my case, I have a stock caliper on the rear wheel and an aftermarket Brembo P4 caliper in front with a Brembo RCS-15 master cylinder. The process will be very similar if you still have the…
