The update brought a new fairing design, KYB upside down forks and the clip-on handlebars lowered by 22mm.

The update also saw a revised fuel tank cover to improve cornering capability, as well as a full LCD display, replacing the analogue needle in the old model.

This included a brand new fairing design with integrated winglets for aerodynamics, an Assist and Slipper clutch and further electronic updates to the bikes LCD instrumentation.

[10][11][9] The engine uses a downdraft induction fuel injection system, and the 10-spoke cast aluminum wheels reduce unsprung weight[compared to?].

[9][14] The R3 has also proved to be a competent race bike, scoring two WSSP300 Championship titles in 2017 and 2022 by Marc García and Álvaro Diaz respectively.