Yamaha FJR1300ES specifications, dimensions and price
Yamaha · Sport touring
Yamaha FJR1300ES
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Model year | 2024 |
| Class | Sport touring |
| Engine | 1,298cc liquid-cooled DOHC inline 4-cylinder; 16 valves |
| Displacement | 1298cc |
| Bore x stroke | 79.0x66.2 mm |
| Compression ratio | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel system | Fuel injection with YCC-T |
| Transmission | 6-speed; multiplate assist-and-slipper wet clutch |
| Final drive | Shaft |
| Front suspension | 43mm inverted fork with electronically adjustable rebound and compression damping |
| Front suspension travel | 5.3 in |
| Rear suspension | Single shock with electronically adjustable spring preload, rebound and compression damping |
| Rear suspension travel | 4.9 in |
| Front brake | Dual 320mm discs; Unified Brake System and ABS |
| Rear brake | 282mm disc; Unified Brake System and ABS |
| Front tire | 120/70ZR17 |
| Rear tire | 180/55ZR17 |
| Seat height | 31.7 or 32.5 in |
| Wet weight | 642 lb |
| Wheelbase | 60.8 in |
| Rake (caster angle) | 26.0° |
| Trail | 4.3 in |
| Fuel capacity | 6.6 gal |
| Ground clearance | 4.9 in |
| Fuel economy (estimated) | 36 mpg |
| Ignition | TCI: Transistor Controlled Ignition |
| Length x width x height | 87.8 in x 29.5 in x 52.2 - 57.3 in |
| Starting MSRP | $18,299 ( Motorcycle.com specs ) |
Total Motorcycle says the FJR1300ES, with electronic suspension, an adjustable windscreen and smooth, reliable shaft drive, continues to offer the same comfort, performance and value expected of an FJR.
The article says the electronic windshield, variable heated grips, adjustable seat height and one-key lock system, among other rider-comfort features, have built a passionate community of riders, and that reduced unsprung weight optimizes suspension and handling. The same source describes the linked electronic suspension as asking the rider to choose one of four load presets: solo, solo and luggage, dual, or dual and luggage.
Motorcycle Guidelines says the FJR1300 is celebrated for performance, comfort and overall reliability, but that owners should know its potential problems, follow proper maintenance and stay up to date on recalls. It lists common upgrades such as improved exhausts, adjustable suspension components and ergonomic changes like bar risers or aftermarket seats for comfort on long rides.
The FJR owners' forum has a dedicated technical-problems section where owners post issues such as a rough idle and low-speed running problem on a 2004 bike, and seats for sale for different generations.
What it is for
The four suspension presets are the practical heart of the ES: a rider setting off with a passenger and bags selects the load that matches, and the damping follows. At 642 lb wet with a shaft drive and a big windscreen, it is built for distance rather than agility. The seat has two height settings of 31.7 in and 32.5 in.
Against the K 1600 GT and Ninja 1100SX
BMW's K 1600 GT is the larger, costlier grand tourer, and Kawasaki's Ninja 1100SX is a sportier and lighter alternative. The FJR is the middle: a big four-cylinder shaft-drive tourer that has stayed close to its original formula.
The FJR1300ES suits a high-mileage rider who values comfort, wind protection and shaft drive over the newest electronics. Anyone buying used should read the owners' forum for the generation they are considering.
FJR1300ES against the K 1600 GT and Ninja 1100SX
BMW's K 1600 GT and Kawasaki's Ninja 1100SX bracket the FJR in size and price.
Yamaha FJR1300ES — specification referenceThe FJR1300ES is Yamaha's long-running big sport tourer, with shaft drive, electronic suspension and an adjustable windscreen. Total Motorcycle says it has a passionate community of riders around it, and owners list a few known issues to check.
Total Motorcycle says the ES has linked electronic suspension with four load presets: solo, solo with luggage, dual, and dual with luggage.
Other models in this reference: Yamaha MT-03, Yamaha Bolt R-Spec, Yamaha MT-07.