Sport Tourers
2012Yamaha FJR1300A
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The 2012 Yamaha FJR1300A is a premium sport-touring machine designed for riders seeking long-distance capability without sacrificing performance. Its liquid-cooled 1298cc inline-four engine delivers strong acceleration and highway cruising efficiency, while the shaft-drive transmission ensures reliability across varied terrain. Best known for comfortable ergonomics and refined handling, it excels at bridging the gap between aggressive sport bikes and touring motorcycles.
- Capacity
- 1298.0 ccm
- Engine
- In-line four, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Dry weight
- 264.9 kg
- Seat height
- 805 mm
- Power
- 141.5 HP (104.1 kW)
What’s new for the 2012 Yamaha FJR1300A
vs the 2011| Spec | 2011 | 2012 |
|---|---|---|
| Torque | 134.0 Nm (13.7 kgf-m or 98.8 ft.lbs) @ 7000 RPM | 136.0 Nm (13.9 kgf-m or 100.3 ft.lbs) @ 7000 RPM |
| Front suspension | 48mm fork | 48mm fork; fully adjustable, 5.3-in travel |
| Rear suspension | Single shock | Single shock; adjustable preload and rebound damping, 4.9-in travel |
| Front brakes | Double disc | Double disc. UBS ABS |
| Rear brakes | Single disc | Single disc. UBS ABS |
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built primarily for high speed, long distance sport touring where comfort, wind protection, and shaft-drive reliability matter more than outright agility.
- Built for
- A powerful, refined, shaft-driven mile-eater that blends sport-bike engine performance with touring comfort, weather protection, and shaft-drive low maintenance.
- Not ideal for
- Not a good fit for new riders, off-road use, or anyone wanting a light, flickable bike for tight city commuting.
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
- 1298.0 ccm
- Power
- 141.5 HP (104.1 kW)
- CO2 Emissions
- 140 CO2 g/km
- Torque
- 136.0 Nm (13.9 kgf-m) @ 7000 RPM
- Engine type
- In-line four, four-stroke
- Fuel consumption
- 6.00 litres/100 km (16.7 km/l)
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.5342 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 79.0 x 66.2 mm
- Compression
- 10.8:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Starting
- Electric
- Ignition
- TCI
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
- Lubrication system
- Wet sump
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Shaft
- Clutch
- Wet, multiplate
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1544 mm
- Overall length
- 2230 mm
- Overall width
- 749 mm
- Overall height
- 1450 mm
- Seat height
- 805 mm
- Dry weight
- 264.9 kg
- Wet weight
- 292.1 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 25.00 litres
- Ground clearance
- 130 mm
- Oil capacity
- 4.90 litres
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Aluminium, Diamond Shaped
- Front suspension
- 48mm fork; fully adjustable, 5.3-in travel
- Rear suspension
- Single shock; adjustable preload and rebound damping, 4.9-in travel
- Front wheel travel
- 135 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 124 mm
- Rake (fork angle)
- 26.0°
- Trail
- 109 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Double disc. UBS ABS
- Front brakes diameter
- 320 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc. UBS ABS
- Rear brakes diameter
- 282 mm
- ABS
- Yes
- Front tyre
- 120/70-ZR17
- Rear tyre
- 180/55-ZR17
Other
- Color options
- Cobalt Blue
- Warranty
- 12
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 | 2008 | 2011 | 2012 | 2014 | 2017 | 2020 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 1298 cc | 1298 cc | 1298 cc | 1298 cc | 1298 cc | 1298 cc |
| Dry weight | 265 kg | 265 kg | 265 kg | 265 kg | 265 kg | 265 kg |
| Seat height | 800 mm | 805 mm | 805 mm | 805 mm | 805 mm | 805 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 25 L | 25 L | 25 L | 25 L | 25 L | 25 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 FJR1300A?
The 2012 Yamaha FJR1300A has a Capacity of 1298.0 ccm (79.21 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Yamaha FJR1300A have?
The 2012 Yamaha FJR1300A has a Power of 141.5 HP (104.1 kW).
How many gears does the Yamaha FJR1300A have?
The 2012 Yamaha FJR1300A has a Gearbox of 5-speed.
What is the torque of the Yamaha FJR1300A?
The 2012 Yamaha FJR1300A has a Torque of 136.0 Nm (13.9 kgf-m or 100.3 ft.lbs) @ 7000 RPM.
How much does the Yamaha FJR1300A weigh?
The 2012 Yamaha FJR1300A has a Dry weight of 264.9 kg (584.0 pounds).
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