How to install aftermarket clipons on the Yamaha R3 / MT-03
2016, March 26
by Norton Racing
In my other post, What are the best clipons for the Yamaha R3?, I reviewed several different clipon styles and options for the R3. My conclusion is that for street riders and the occasional track day rider who are still using the stock rear shock, I recommend lowering the front of the bike 3mm and
- Published in Yamaha R3 / MT-03
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New suspension products added!
2016, March 25
by Norton Racing
As you all probably know, I’ve been testing different suspension upgrades available from Traxxion Dynamics and Penske. However, there’s a big gap in price and performance between the Traxxion Dyamper rod kit and the top of the line AK-20 cartridge kit, so I’ve partnered up with Fast Bike Industries to offer the complete line of
- Published in Press Release
What are the best clipons for the Yamaha R3?
2016, March 24
by Norton Racing
With lots of options on the market now for clipons for the Yamaha R3, I hope this post will help you choose the best set for your Yamaha R3 the first time. After extensive testing of several different clipon sets and styles available for the Yamaha R3, I have decided on my recommendations. I personally
- Published in Yamaha R3 / MT-03
Race Report – CVMA 2015-2016 Round 4 – Chuckwalla Valley Raceway CCW – Yamaha R3 2015
2016, February 15
by Norton Racing
Round 4 of the CVMA 2015-2016 Winter Series happened last month (Jan 9-10) and it was a super fun weekend! It’s pretty tough to beat the weather in San Diego in January compared to other parts of the country when it comes to racing motorcycles, but it was a bit colder this year than previous
- Published in Race / Ride Reports
Dyno tested: 520 vs. 415 chain and sprockets – Yamaha R3
2016, February 14
by Norton Racing
I spent some more time on the dyno this weekend testing exhausts and fuel controllers for a big writeup I’m working on. In the process, I also had a chance to personally test my 415 chain and sprocket kit against the stock 520 chain and sprockets (well, actually the rear sprocket was a lighter Vortex
- Published in Yamaha R3 / MT-03 Dyno Testing
Lower prices and updated free shipping policy, please read!
2016, January 16
by Norton Racing
In an effort to serve you better and lower our costs, we have lowered our price on many low priced items, and changed our free shipping policy from a minimum of $40 to a minimum of $80. If you spend $80 or more, you will still enjoy free shipping but you will have lower prices
- Published in Press Release
How to replace the fork seals on the Yamaha R3
2016, January 16
by Norton Racing
This post will cover how to change the fork seals in the Yamaha R3 and how to replace the fork oil. This topic is very similar to my writeup on ‘how to install cartridge emulators in the forks of the Yamaha R3’, but because it will be a more common topic, I decided to split
- Published in Yamaha R3 / MT-03
How to install the Traxxion Dynamics Fork Damper Rod kit with Cartridge Emulators in the Yamaha R3 2015-2018
2016, January 16
by Norton Racing
This post will show you how to remove the front forks from the Yamaha R3 and dissassemble them to install the Traxxion Dynamics Fork Damper Rod kit with Cartridge Emulators. This is also how to replace the fork seals on the Yamaha R3, just reassemble the fork with the stock parts instead of the new
- Published in Yamaha R3 / MT-03
Paint is done, heading to 5zero4 Designs next weekend to install the graphics
2015, December 14
by Norton Racing
- Published in Yamaha R3 / MT-03