Dedicated Subsystem WorkbenchPlatform Gen: 2015–2026

2024 Yamaha YZF-R3 Valve Clearance Specs & Shim Calculator

Cold valve clearance specs for 2024 Yamaha YZF-R3: intake mm, exhaust mm, inspection intervals and replacement shim calculator.

Gen 2015–2026

Factory Platform Compatibility: All workshop fluid capacities, maintenance milestones, torque specifications, and consumables on this specification sheet are factory-identical across model years 2015 through 2026.

Select Model Year:(Active: 2024)

2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026

Engine

321cc

Drive

520

Cooling

Liquid-Cooled

Factory Valve Clearance & Shim Calculator

OEM Workshop Tolerances

Cylinder head valve lash specifications, timing TDC mark alignments, and interactive replacement shim calculation engine.

Adjustment Mechanism: 7.48 mm

Active Valve Range (INTAKE)

0.15 - 0.24 mm

0.006 - 0.009 in

Nominal Mid-Spec Target

0.19 mm

Ideal cold lash assembly setting

Shim Diameter / Tappet

7.48 mm

Bucket-and-shim interface

Measurement Condition

Cold Engine (≤ 35°C / 95°F)

TDC compression stroke only

Interactive Shim Sizing Calculation Engine: New Shim = Current Shim + (Measured Clearance - Target Clearance)

1. Feeler Gauge Measured Clearance (mm)

Factory intake tolerance: 0.15 - 0.24 mm

2. Currently Installed Shim (mm)

Measured with micrometer or read laser-etched face

TDC Crankshaft Timing Index

Align flywheel 'I' mark with pointer on crankcase cover

Feeler Gauge Technique

Angled feeler gauge (cold engine ≤ 35°C / 95°F)

Official NHTSA Safety Recalls & Technical Bulletins

5 Active Campaigns

U.S. Department of Transportation compliance database (Title 49 U.S.C. Chapter 301).

Verify VIN on NHTSA.gov

The U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reports 5 safety recall campaigns associated with this platform. Independent repair shops and riders should confirm that authorized dealership warranty remedies have been applied.

NHTSA #21V048000EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

Received: 03/02/2021▼

Defect Description

Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA (Yamaha) is recalling certain 2019-2021 YZF-R3 motorcycles, 2019-2020 XMAX (CDZ300) scooters, and 2020 MT03 motorcycles. The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) printed on the Federal Certification label may not match the VIN stamped on the vehicle. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of 49 CFR Part 567, "Certification."

Safety Hazard / Consequence

The owner, referencing an incorrect VIN label, may not recognize their vehicle is involved in a safety recall, and may not have the recall remedy performed, which could increase the risk of injury, fire or a crash.

Factory Remedy & Repair Action

Yamaha will notify owners, and dealers will install a correct certification label, free of charge. The recall began February 19, 2021. Owners may contact Yamaha customer service at 1-800-962-7926. Yamaha's number for this recall is 990144.

Manufacturer Notes: Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

NHTSA #20V611000VISIBILITY

Received: 05/10/2020▼

NHTSA #17V112000ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH

Received: 21/02/2017▼

NHTSA #17V111000FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY

Received: 21/02/2017▼

NHTSA #15V593000DO NOT OPERATE / PARK OUTSIDESTEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR

Received: 23/09/2015▼