2009
Yamaha FJR 1300 AS - Specifications & Review

Article Complete Info
| Articleid | 570838 |
|---|---|
| Category | Touring |
| Make | Yamaha |
| Model | FJR 1300 AS |
| Year | 2009 |
Chassis, Suspension, Brakes & Wheels
| Frametype | Aluminium, diamond shaped |
|---|---|
| Frontbrakes | Double disc |
| Frontbrakesdiameter | 320 mm (12.6 inches) |
| Frontsuspension | Telescopic forks, Ø 48 mm |
| Fronttyre | 120/70-ZR17 |
| Frontwheeltravel | 135 mm (5.3 inches) |
| Rearbrakes | Single disc |
| Rearbrakesdiameter | 282 mm (11.1 inches) |
| Rearsuspension | Swingarm (link suspension) |
| Reartyre | 180/55-ZR17 |
| Rearwheeltravel | 125 mm (4.9 inches) |
| Trail | 109 mm (4.3 inches) |
Engine & Transmission
| Borexstroke | 79.0 x 66.2 mm (3.1 x 2.6 inches) |
|---|---|
| Clutch | Wet, multiple-disc |
| Compression | 10.8:1 |
| Coolingsystem | Liquid |
| Displacement | 1298.00 ccm (79.20 cubic inches) |
| Enginedetails | In-line four, four-stroke |
| Fuelsystem | Injection. Electronic fuel injection |
| Gearbox | 5-speed |
| Ignition | TCI |
| Lubricationsystem | Wet sump |
| Power | 141.47 HP (103.3 kW)) |
| Torque | 134.40 Nm (13.7 kgf-m or 99.1 ft.lbs) @ 13700 RPM |
| Transmissiontypefinaldrive | Shaft drive (cardan) |
Other Specifications
| Coloroptions | Black, gray, silver |
|---|---|
| Starter | Electric |
Physical Measures & Capacities
| Fuelcapacity | 25.00 litres (6.61 gallons) |
|---|---|
| Groundclearance | 130 mm (5.1 inches) |
| Oilcapacity | 4.90 litres (0.32 quarts) |
| Overallheight | 1,315 mm (51.8 inches) |
| Overalllength | 2,230 mm (87.8 inches) |
| Overallwidth | 750 mm (29.5 inches) |
| Seatheight | 805 mm (31.7 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Weightincloilgasetc | 295.0 kg (650.4 pounds) |
About Yamaha
Country of Origin:
Japan
Founder:
Nippon Gakki (Genichi Kawakami led motorcycle entry)
Best Known For:
R-series sportbikes, MT nakeds, YZ/WR off-road, Ténéré ADV
Company History
Yamaha blends engineering polish with musical-instrument attention to feel. From the RD two-strokes to modern crossplane R1s, its sportbikes emphasize chassis communication and reliability. Off-road, YZ/WR platforms define durability and race-fed development, while Ténéré ADV models offer long-legged, serviceable travel. Global dealer depth, parts commonality, and conservative updates make Yamahas easy to own and hard to break. The brand’s hallmark is balance: machines that work on Monday, thrill on Sunday, and keep their manners for decades.
