YAMAHA FJ1200 (1986-1991) Specs, Performance & Photos

The Yamaha FJ1100 and FJ1200 were sport-touring motorcycles manufactured by Yamaha from 1984 to 1996. It all started with the 1984 Yamaha FJ1100 designed by Gk Dynamics. The FJ class was characterized by sportiness and more street-friendly characteristics, such as excellent maneuverability and long-distance comfort with its upright seating position.

Yamaha focused more on utility and sport than pure performance and fitted the bike with a large fairing for less fatigue from wind resistance. Also, the motorcycle was narrower than other models due to the alternator being placed behind the cylinders instead of in the normal position on the end of the crankshaft.

In 1986, Yamaha upgraded the FJ1100 model by increasing the powerplant displacement and upgrading its suspension and other components. After these modifications, the Yamaha FJ1200 was born, which also came with different color changes.

The FJ1200 came with five hp more than the FJ1100 model and a more low-mid torque range.

The FJ1200 machine was manufactured in three different main versions, the 1TX, 3CV, and 3XW, featuring improvements to the bodywork and front and rear suspension components. In addition, from 1991 to 1996, the FJ1200A was manufactured, fitted with an optional Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS).

In the suspension department, the bike was fitted with a three-way adjustable telescopic fork on the front, a five-way preload, and a five-way rebound adjustable mono-shock absorber on the rear for optimum handling performance.

As for power, the Yamaha FJ1200 was powered by a 1,188cc four-stroke four-cylinder air/oil-cooled engine fed by four Mikuni carburetors, delivering an output power of 130 hp at 8,600 rpm and 108 Nm (80 lb-ft) torque at 7,500 rpm.