YAMAHA FJR1300 (2005-2005) Specs, Performance & Photos

In 2005, Yamaha launched the FJR 1300, a light, powerful, and technologically advanced motorcycle that combined the agile handling of a sports bike with long-distance comfort with its massive powerplant and aluminum chassis. Also, for those riders that wanted extra peace of mind, the bike was available in an ABS version.

The hollow cast-aluminum frame was very light and rigid, which was the perfect combination for sharp handling that used the engine as a stressed member of the chassis, which allowed a lightweight frame design.

Also, the bike featured an aerodynamic full fairing highlighted by an electrically adjustable windscreen that could be easily raised for better wind protection and lowered for a sportier look just with a press of a button located on the handlebar.

In addition, the model featured a convenient storage pocket for small items located on the front fairing, a standard toolkit under the passenger seat, and saddlebags as standard equipment.

As for power, the 2005 Yamaha FJR 1300 took its thrust from a 1,298cc four-stroke four-cylinder liquid-cooled engine that delivered an output power of 145 hp with a peak at 8,500 rpm and 125 Nm (99 lb-ft) of torque available at 6,000 rpm.

The plush ride was achieved by a Soqi preload, compression, and rebound adjustable telescopic fork on the front and a preload and rebound adjustable single shock absorber on the rear.