Yamaha C3 vs Reading Standard R-S (1921)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Yamaha C3stacks up against the Reading Standard R-S. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecYamaha C3Reading Standard R-S
Model year19151921
Price
Engine999 cc1000 cc
Weight160 kg
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Tires3-28 / 3-28

Yamaha C3 vs Reading Standard R-S — which should you buy?

Picking between the Yamaha C3 and the Reading Standard R-S usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Yamaha C3 brings its published horsepower, while the Reading Standard R-S counters with its own power figure at 160 kg.

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: