Yamaha FJR1300AS - 2015 Specifications and Reviews
The 2015 Yamaha FJR1300AS is a premium sport-touring machine built for serious long-distance riders seeking comfort and performance. Powered by a fuel-injected twin-cam engine with shaft drive, it features electronically adjustable suspension, traction control, and cruise control for effortless highway cruising and challenging roads. Known for its exceptional fuel efficiency, integrated saddlebags, and confidence-inspiring technology, this bike excels at covering vast distances without compromise.
General information | |
| Category | Sport touring |
| Year | 2015 |
| Model | Yamaha FJR1300AS |
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Engine and Transmission Specifications | |
| Greenhouse gases | 151.5 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission) |
| Fuel consumption | 6.53 litres/100 km (15.3 km/l or 36.02 mpg) |
| Driveline | Constant mesh |
| Transmission type,final drive | Shaft drive (cardan) |
| Gearbox | 5-speed |
| Cooling system | Liquid |
| Lubrication system | Wet sump |
| Ignition | TCI: Transistor Controlled Ignition |
| Fuel control | Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC) |
| Fuel system | Injection |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 |
| Bore x Stroke | 79.0 x 66.2 mm (3.1 x 2.6 inches) |
| Compression | 10.8:1 |
| Torque | 138.00 Nm (14.1 kgf-m or 101.8 ft.lbs) @ 7000 RPM |
| Power | 146.20 HP (106.7 kW) @ 8000 RPM |
| Engine details | Forward-inclined cylinders |
| Engine type | In-line four, four-stroke |
| Capacity: | 1298.00 ccm (79.20 cubic inches) |
Brakes, suspension, Frame and wheels | |
| Rear brakes diameter | 282 mm (11.1 inches) |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. Hydraulic |
| Front brakes diameter | 320 mm (12.6 inches) |
| Front brakes | Double disc. Hydraulic |
| Rear tyre | 180/55-ZR17 |
| Front tyre | 120/70-ZR17 |
| Rear wheel travel | 125 mm (4.9 inches) |
| Rear Suspension | Linked monoshock with spring preload adjustment |
| Front wheel travel | 135 mm (5.3 inches) |
| Front Suspension | Upside-down telescopic fork, Ø 48 mm tube, adjustable preload, compression and rebound damping |
| Trail | 109 mm (4.3 inches) |
| Rake (fork angle) | 26.0° |
| Frame type | Aluminium, Diamond Shaped |
Physical measures and capacities | |
| Oil capacity | 4.90 litres (0.32 quarts) |
| Fuel capacity | 25.00 litres (6.61 gallons) |
| Wheelbase | 1,544 mm (60.8 inches) |
| Ground clearance | 125 mm (4.9 inches) |
| Overall width | 750 mm (29.5 inches) |
| Overall length | 2,230 mm (87.8 inches) |
| Overall height | 1,455 mm (57.3 inches) |
| Alternate seat height | 825 mm (32.5 inches) If adjustable, highest setting. |
| Seat height | 805 mm (31.7 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Weight incl. oil, gas, etc | 296.0 kg (652.6 pounds) |
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Other specs | |
| Maintenance | Find parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay |
| Comments | Electronically-adjustable suspension. Traction control and cruise control systems. Windshield. |
| Carrying capacity | Saddle bags |
| Starter | Electric |
| Color options | Magnetic Bronze, Tech Graphite |
Performance Profile & Rider Fit
146.2 hp
Peak Power
3.1s
0-60 mph
Best For
Track40%
City55%
Cornering68%
Daily Riding78%
Touring97%
Passenger90%
Rider Profile
| Best For | Best suited to intermediate and experienced riders who can manage a heavy, powerful shaft-driven machine at low speeds and in traffic. |
| Purpose | Built primarily for high-speed, long-distance sport touring where comfort, weather protection, and sustained cruising performance matter more than outright agility. |
| Rider Fit | At nearly 300 kg with a tall-ish seat, it rewards riders of average or above height and reasonable strength for parking, U-turns, and low-speed maneuvers. |
| Character | A confident, refined mile-eater that blends inline-four power and shaft-drive smoothness with touring comforts like heated grips and an adjustable windshield. |
| Not Ideal For | Not a good fit for off-road use, new riders wary of heavy bikes, or anyone prioritizing lightweight, flickable handling in town. |
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