Sport Tourers
1989Yamaha FJ 1200
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The 1989 Yamaha FJ 1200 is a versatile sport tourer that delivers balanced performance for riders seeking comfortable long-distance capability with spirited handling. Its 1188cc air-cooled inline-four engine produces 130 horsepower, making it equally suited for highway cruising and canyon carving. Known for bulletproof reliability and practical ergonomics, the FJ 1200 became a favorite among adventure-minded riders who refuse to sacrifice performance.
- Capacity
- 1188.0 ccm
- Engine
- In-line four
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Dry weight
- 243.0 kg
- Seat height
- 790 mm
- Power
- 130.0 HP (95.6 kW) @ 9000 RPM
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built as a fast, comfortable sport tourer for covering long distances quickly rather than for tight track work or trail riding.
- Built for
- A muscular, torque-rich in-line four with a relaxed sport-touring temperament, favoring confident highway cruising over sharp, flickable handling.
- Not ideal for
- Not a good match for new riders, shorter riders wanting a light bike, or anyone seeking an off-road or nimble city commuter.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Will it fit you?
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- Capacity
- 1188.0 ccm
- Power
- 130.0 HP (95.6 kW) @ 9000 RPM
- Engine type
- In-line four
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.5350 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 77.0 x 63.8 mm
- Compression
- 9.7:1
- Cooling system
- Air
- Starting
- Electric
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
- Torque
- Not on record - add it
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
Dimensions & weight
- Seat height
- 790 mm
- Dry weight
- 243.0 kg
- Wet weight
- 259.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 24.00 litres
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Dual disc
- Rear brakes
- Single disc
- Front tyre
- 120/80-16
- Rear tyre
- 150/80-16
Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.
What changed, year to year
Differences highlighted| Specification | 1986 | 1988 | 1989 | 1991 | 1993 | 1995 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 1188 cc | 1188 cc | 1188 cc | 1188 cc | 1188 cc | 1188 cc |
| Dry weight | 243 kg | 243 kg | 243 kg | 243 kg | 243 kg | 248 kg |
| Seat height | 790 mm | 790 mm | 790 mm | 790 mm | 790 mm | 790 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 24 L | 24 L | 24 L | 24 L | 22 L | 22 L |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
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Common questions
What is the engine size of the Yamaha FJ 1200?
The 1989 Yamaha FJ 1200 has a Capacity of 1188.0 ccm (72.50 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Yamaha FJ 1200 have?
The 1989 Yamaha FJ 1200 has a Power of 130.0 HP (95.6 kW) @ 9000 RPM.
How many gears does the Yamaha FJ 1200 have?
The 1989 Yamaha FJ 1200 has a Gearbox of 5-speed.
How much does the Yamaha FJ 1200 weigh?
The 1989 Yamaha FJ 1200 has a Dry weight of 243.0 kg (535.7 pounds).
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