YAMAHA FJR1300 (2001-2003) Specs, Performance & Photos

The Yamaha FJR1300 was a sport touring machine manufactured by Yamaha in 2001 and a successor to the FJ1200 machine that was discontinued in 1996. The FJR1300 model was introduced into the European market in 2001 and the American market in 2002 with the 2003 model year designation.

In 2004, the FJR1300 was available in two versions in the American market: a non-ABS version that packed traditional blue anodized brake calipers and a new ABS version fitted with silver calipers. Other modifications for the 2004 model included an upgraded suspension system, larger 320 mm brake discs on the front, and a small fairing pocket.

For 2006, worldwide models were synchronized and received the same updates and modifications, including significant trailing arm changes, revised final drive ratio, instrument cluster changes, a curved radiator with a larger surface area, and an upgraded alternator.

In addition, the bike featured adjustable vents that redirected the airflow to or away from the rider. Also, starting with 2006 models, Yamaha offered as standard the Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) and a linked braking system called Unified Braking System (UBS).

The 2003 Yamaha FJR1300 was built around a twin-spar aluminum frame with a 48 mm Soqi telescopic fork with preload, compression, and rebound adjustability on the front. In contrast, the rear-end suspension was handled by a link-type single shock absorber with preload and rebound adjustability.

For braking performance, the model was equipped with three-spoke lightweight aluminum wheels, carrying two 320 mm discs with four-piston calipers on the front and a dual-piston caliper with a 283 mm disc on the rear for optimum stopping power.

At the heart of the machine, a 1,298cc four-stroke four-cylinder liquid-cooled engine was in charge with power, boasting 145 hp at 8,500 rpm and 125 Nm (99 lb-ft) torque with peak force at 6,000 rpm.