Yamaha FJR 1300 vs Harley-Davidson Dyna Glide Sturgis (2003)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Yamaha FJR 1300stacks up against the Harley-Davidson Dyna Glide Sturgis. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecYamaha FJR 1300Harley-Davidson Dyna Glide Sturgis
Model year20031991
Price
Engine1298 cc1337 cc
Horsepower144 hp49 hp
Torque134 Nm
Weight244 kg
Fuel capacity6.6 L4.8 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed5-speed
Front brakesDouble discSingle disc
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc
Tires120/70-17 / 180/55-17 100/90-19 / 130/90-16

Yamaha FJR 1300 vs Harley-Davidson Dyna Glide Sturgis — which should you buy?

Picking between the Yamaha FJR 1300 and the Harley-Davidson Dyna Glide Sturgis usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Yamaha FJR 1300 brings 144 hp in a 244 kg package, while the Harley-Davidson Dyna Glide Sturgis counters with 49 hp.

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: