Bajaj Dominar 400 vs Yamaha R3

Should you buy Bajaj Dominar 400 or Yamaha R3 Find out which bike is best for you - compare the two models on the basis of their price, mileage, features, colours and other specs. Bajaj Dominar 400 price in is Rs (ex-showroom price) whereas the Yamaha R3 price in is Rs (ex-showroom). The engine in the Dominar 400 makes 40 PS and 35 Nm . On the other hand, the power and torque of R3 stand at 42 PS and 29.5 Nm respectively. Bajaj offers the Dominar 400 in 2 colours whereas the Yamaha R3 comes in 2 colours. Out of 13 user reviews, R3 scores 4.4 whereas the Bajaj Dominar 400 tallies 4.3 out of 5 based on 6 user reviews..The Bajaj Dominar 400 Mileage is around 27 kmpl, while the Yamaha R3 Mileage is around 25 kmpl.

Dominar 400 vs R3

Key Highlights	Dominar 400	R3
Mileage (Overall)	27 kmpl	25 kmpl
Max Power	40 PS @ 8800 rpm	42 PS @ 10750 rpm
Body Type	Sports Bikes	Sports Bikes
Engine Type	4 stroke, Liquid cooled, Single Cylinder, DOHC	4-stroke, 2-cylinder, Liquid-cooled, DOHC, 4-valves

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Basic Information	Bajaj Dominar 400	Yamaha R3
On-Road Price	Rs.2.80 Lakh onwards	Rs.3.81 Lakh onwards
Mileage (Overall)	27 kmpl	25 kmpl
Max Power	40 PS @ 8800 rpm	42 PS @ 10750 rpm
User Rating	4.3 Based on Bajaj Dominar 400 Reviews	4.4 Based on Yamaha R3 Reviews
Body Type	Sports Bikes	Sports Bikes
EMI Starts	₹ 8,084 Get EMI offers Rate of interest @9.7%* for 3 years	₹ 10,421 Get EMI offers Rate of interest @6%* for 3 years
Insurance	Rs.21,323 Dominar 400 Insurance	Rs.14,391 R3 Insurance
Colours	Aurora GreenCharcoal BlackView All Colours	Icon BlueYamaha BlackView All Colours
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Basic Information

Bajaj Dominar 400

Yamaha R3

On-Road Price

Rs.2.80 Lakh onwards

Rs.3.81 Lakh onwards

Mileage (Overall)

27 kmpl

25 kmpl

Max Power

40 PS @ 8800 rpm

42 PS @ 10750 rpm

User Rating

4.3

Based on Bajaj Dominar 400 Reviews

4.4

Based on Yamaha R3 Reviews

Body Type

Sports Bikes

EMI Starts

₹ 8,084

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Rate of interest @9.7%* for 3 years

₹ 10,421

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Rate of interest @6%* for 3 years

Insurance

Rs.21,323
Dominar 400 Insurance

Rs.14,391
R3 Insurance

Colours

Aurora GreenCharcoal BlackView All Colours

Icon BlueYamaha BlackView All Colours

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Engine and Transmission
Engine Type	4 stroke, Liquid cooled, Single Cylinder, DOHC	4-stroke, 2-cylinder, Liquid-cooled, DOHC, 4-valves
Displacement	373.3 cc	321 cc
No. of Cylinders	1	2
Cooling System	Liquid Cooled	Liquid Cooled
Valve Per Cylinder	4	2
Fuel Supply	Fuel Injection	Fuel Injection
Clutch	Wet, Multiplate with Assist & Slipper Clutch	Wet, Multiple Disc
Ignition	-	Electric
Gear Box	6 Speed	6 Speed
Bore	89 mm	68 mm
Stroke	60 mm	44.1 mm
Compression Ratio	12 : 1	11.2:1
Emission Type	bs6-2.0	bs6-2.0
Max Torque	35 Nm @ 6500 rpm	29.5 Nm @ 9000 rpm
Starting	Self Start Only	Self Start Only
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Engine and Transmission

Engine Type

4 stroke, Liquid cooled, Single Cylinder, DOHC

4-stroke, 2-cylinder, Liquid-cooled, DOHC, 4-valves

Displacement

373.3 cc

321 cc

No. of Cylinders

Cooling System

Liquid Cooled

Features
Instrument Console	Digital	Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity	Bluetooth	-
Navigation	Yes	-
Call/SMS Alerts	Yes	-
USB Charging Port	Yes	No
Speedometer	Digital	Digital
Techometer	Digital	Digital
Tripmeter	Digital	Digital
Odometer	Digital	Digital
Seat Type	Split	Split
Clock	Yes	Yes
Passenger Footrest	Yes	Yes
Average Fuel economy Indicator	Yes	Yes
Distance to Empty Indicator	Yes	-
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Features

Instrument Console

Digital

Bluetooth Connectivity

Bluetooth

Navigation

Call/SMS Alerts

Features and Safety
Service Due Indicator	Yes	Yes
Fuel Gauge	Digital	Digital
Riding Modes	Rain,Road,Off-Road,Sports	-
Traction Control	Yes	-
Real Time Mileage Indicator	-	Yes
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Features and Safety

Service Due Indicator

Fuel Gauge

Digital

Riding Modes

Rain,Road,Off-Road,Sports

Traction Control

Performance
Overall Mileage	27 kmpl	25 kmpl
Top Speed	155 kmph	170 kmph

Performance

Overall Mileage

27 kmpl

25 kmpl

Top Speed

155 kmph

170 kmph

Dimensions and Capacity
Fuel Capacity	13 L	14 L
Width	863 mm	730 mm
Length	2156 mm	2090 mm
Height	1243 mm	1140 mm
Fuel Reserve	1.5 L	2.8 L
Saddle Height	800 mm	780 mm
Ground Clearance	157 mm	160 mm
Wheelbase	1453 mm	1380 mm
Kerb Weight	192 kg	169 kg
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Dimensions and Capacity

Fuel Capacity

13 L

14 L

Width

863 mm

730 mm

Length

2156 mm

2090 mm

Height

1243 mm

1140 mm

Electricals
Headlight	LED	LED
Taillight	LED	LED
Turn Signal Lamp	LED	LED
DRLs	Yes	Yes
Projector Headlights	-	Yes
LED Taillights	Yes	Yes
Low Fuel Indicator	Yes	Yes
Distance to Empty Indicator	Yes	-
Average Fuel economy Indicator	Yes	Yes
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Electricals

Headlight

LED

Taillight

LED

Turn Signal Lamp

LED

DRLs

Tyres and Brakes
Front Brake Diameter	320 mm	298 mm
Rear Brake Diameter	230 mm	220 mm
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)	29 psi	29 psi
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)	29 psi	29 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)	32 psi	36 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)	32 psi	36 psi
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Tyres and Brakes

Front Brake Diameter

320 mm

298 mm

Rear Brake Diameter

230 mm

220 mm

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)

29 psi

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)

29 psi

Underpinnings
Frame	Beam type perimeter frame	Diamond

Underpinnings

Frame

Beam type perimeter frame

Diamond

Pros & Cons

Pros
Cons

Bajaj Dominar 400
- Muscular styling still makes it look like a big bike
- Excellent headlight makes riding in the night quite easy
- Engine has a lot of performance on tap so cruising at 100-120kmph is pretty much effortless
Yamaha R3
- Design - looks like a proper Japanese sportsbike and will grab a lot of attention
- Versatile engine - tractable enough for city rides and rev-happy enough to enjoy being ridden hard
- Handling - changes direction with minimal efforts and inspires a lot of confidence when tipped into corners
- Comfort - tall clip-ons and a relatively upright riding posture means it’s quite comfortable for a sportsbike

Bajaj Dominar 400
- The 373.3cc engine enjoys being revved out and it demands a fair bit of gear shifting when riding in the city at slower speeds
- 193kg kerb weight makes it quite heavy and you’ll feel it especially at slower speeds
- For about Rs 8,000 more, you can get the Triumph Speed 400 which is better finished, looks better, is easier to ride, handle, is more exciting and comes with Triumph’s much more premium badge
Yamaha R3
- Cramped lower body ergonomics - riders above 5’10 will find the lower body ergonomics quite tight
- No features - quickshifter, traction control and every Bluetooth connectivity, the R3’s console misses out on a lot of things that other bikes in the segment offer as standard. All it gets is a digital console and ABS
- A price tag of Rs 4,64,900 (ex-showroom Delhi) makes the R3 a very expensive bike
- The R3 is expensive and not the best value for your money. That said, it’s still a very reliable, fri

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User Reviews of Comparison

Dominar 400
R3

A
ayan on Nov 13, 2025
4.5
Dominar 400 the best budget touring bike
The bike has a powerfull engine in less budget the bike has raw power and the bike is very stable to handle no wobbling issues faced till now the engine is very refined and the plus point the service is very cheap as compared to other bikes Very comfortable and touring friendly i have covered a lot distance with my bike and i suggest this bike who are in search for a touring bike with sporty performance the bike has no issues so you can take it for a long rides Yes absolutely the bike for the touring people who are more prone to highways the gives a high performance than any other tourer bike in this segment the bike has 40bhp power which is very much for long rides it easily cruises at 100-120kmph
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M
mukund on Nov 12, 2025
4.7
Bike with a legacy
I want a bike which is sporty but can travel long distance and bajaj parts are easy to fix and affordable, all service centre always fix any issue plus this bike is comfortable yet very powerful and agressive One drawback is when I need to take turn i need a huge turn radius which make it a Little uncomfortable with that weight although it's a very sporty and aggressive bike I love everything about dominar I would definitely recommend this bike to those person who are responsible and have a capability to tame a horse like this cause it's a horse with legacy and strength which need a strong human to handle it properly
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akshay on Aug 28, 2025
3.7
The Bajaj Dominar 400 is
The Bajaj Dominar 400 is a powerful and stylish bike suitable for highway cruising and long rides. The engine performance is strong and the design looks premium. However, the weight of the bike makes it a bit difficult to handle in city traffic and mileage could have been better. Overall, it’s a good option for those who love performance and touring, but not the best for daily city use
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A
ashutosh on Aug 11, 2025
4.3
Some basic things...
It got a powerful engine, sharp and bulky looks, handle pretty well on twisted Comforts decent for long rides and breaks down their job.it's stable at high speeds and does okay in corners. I as a rider love it's ability you will get a muscular looks with sporty design with LED headlamps and a digital instrument cluster with a affordable price. Overall, its a great mix of performance and value for money .
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M
mukesh on Jul 27, 2025
4.2
Riding style
Best Riding bike with style. Colour combination is fantastic. Look like next gen design. Mileage is good but performance is excellent. Road presence is owe some. East to commute in urban areas as well as off-road. Comfortable for average height of people. Love the rude and machine rev. Good to invest for dream.
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M
mihir on Jul 09, 2025
4.3
Yamaha R3 review
Bike is good in handling and performance. Power to weight ratio is good Mileage is average. Speed is great. The panels make aerodynamics very much appealing due to which air drag is a lot more decreased by. Engine is also reliable and power output feels great . Vehicle torque is great but also easy to handle. Throttle response is very much appealing.
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satyam on Apr 01, 2025
4.5
Yamaha R3 a great bike.
Yamaha R3 is a great bike, offer smooth performance and stylish design. It's 321 engine delivers great power, While comfort and breaking are impressive. It's a top choice for sports bike lovers. The aggressive styling and build quality make it stand out, while the upright sitting position provides a comfortable riding experience, even on longer rides. I think it's a great bike for all bike lovers.
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N
naresh on Feb 24, 2025
4.5
It was an memorable thing
It was an memorable thing that happened in my life were my Dad presented me a bike on my birthday. And the bike was my one of the dream bike to buy in my life. The dual led headlights and sculpted fuel tank give it a premium, aggressive look. Fuel efficiency is around 40-45 kmpl, depending on riding conditions.
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Y
yaseen on Oct 11, 2024
4.2
The mileage should be increase
The mileage is not bad but still bike performance is good and good looking bike mileage should be increase to 30-40 like they given to r15 v3 and v4
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V
vikas on Sep 14, 2024
5.0
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Very peppy and nimble powerful machine looking are so better other brand and segment. Riding poacher very comfortable. This bike made for racing fun enjoy and long travel.
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FAQs on Bajaj Dominar 400 and Yamaha R3

Q) Which bike is better Bajaj Dominar 400 or Yamaha R3?

A) As per our average user rating, Bajaj Dominar 400 has a score of 4.3/5 while Yamaha R3 has rate of 4.4 /5.

Q) Which bike among Bajaj Dominar 400 and Yamaha R3 is cheaper?

A) Bajaj Dominar 400 price starts at Rs & Yamaha R3 price starts at Rs in . Bajaj Dominar 400 is cheaper between these.

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