YAMAHA FJR1300A (2008-2008) Specs, Performance & Photos

In 2008, the Japanese motorcycle manufacturer launched the Yamaha FJR 1300A, one of the elite sport-touring machines of the industry that delivered massive amounts of power and torque matched by outstanding comfort.

The model featured a lightweight and rigid cast aluminum twin-spar frame with a fully detachable aluminum subframe that reduced the overall weight and allowed easier access for maintaining the rear shock absorber.

Also, the chassis was dressed in an aerodynamic full fairing that provided excellent wind and weather protection and an optimized airflow management system that reduced the amount of heat blown to the rider.

For the 2008 model, Yamaha revised the windshield with a new hard coating on its surface for reduced scratches, and the two-piece screed holder was replaced by a one-piece design for reduced weight.

In addition, the model featured more comfortable grips, folding aerodynamic mirrors, a dual-bulb taillight assembly with integrated turn signals for a sleek appearance, front and rear clear turn signal lenses, a small storage compartment under the seat, and a low-maintenance sealed battery.

As for power, the 2008 Yamaha FJR 1300A took its thrust from a 1,298cc four-stroke four-cylinder liquid-cooled engine that delivered an output power of 145 hp at 8,500 rpm and 125 Nm (99 lb-ft) of torque at 6,000 rpm.