Yamaha Monster Energy Motogp Edition YZF-R3 vs Honda CB350 (2021)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Yamaha Monster Energy Motogp Edition YZF-R3stacks up against the Honda CB350. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecYamaha Monster Energy Motogp Edition YZF-R3Honda CB350
Model year20202021
Price
Engine321 cc348 cc
Horsepower21 hp
Torque30 Nm30 Nm
Seat height31 mm32 mm
Fuel capacity3.7 L4.0 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed5-speed
Front brakesSingle disc. Optional ABS.Single disc
Rear brakesSingle disc. Optional ABS.Single disc
Tires110/70-17 / 140/70-17 100/90-19 / 130/70-18

Yamaha Monster Energy Motogp Edition YZF-R3 vs Honda CB350 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Yamaha Monster Energy Motogp Edition YZF-R3 and the Honda CB350 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Yamaha Monster Energy Motogp Edition YZF-R3 brings its published horsepower, while the Honda CB350 counters with 21 hp.

Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: