Sport Tourers
2015Yamaha FJR1300AS
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The 2015 Yamaha FJR1300AS is a premium sport-touring machine built for serious long-distance riders seeking comfort and performance. Powered by a fuel-injected twin-cam engine with shaft drive, it features electronically adjustable suspension, traction control, and cruise control for effortless highway cruising and challenging roads. Known for its exceptional fuel efficiency, integrated saddlebags, and confidence-inspiring technology, this bike excels at covering vast distances without compromise.
- Capacity
- 1298.0 ccm
- Engine
- In-line four, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Dry weight
- 268.0 kg
- Seat height
- 805 mm
- Power
- 146.2 HP (106.7 kW) @ 8000 RPM
What’s new for the 2015 Yamaha FJR1300AS
vs the 2014| Spec | 2014 | 2015 |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 107.5 HP (79.1 kW) @ 8000 RPM | 146.2 HP (106.7 kW) @ 8000 RPM |
| Wet weight | 292.0 kg (643.7 pounds) | 296.0 kg (652.6 pounds) |
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, weather protection, and sustained cruising performance matter more than outright agility.
- Built for
- A confident, refined mile-eater that blends inline-four power and shaft-drive smoothness with touring comforts like heated grips and an adjustable windshield.
- Not ideal for
- Not a good fit for off-road use, new riders wary of heavy bikes, or anyone prioritizing lightweight, flickable handling in town.
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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Worked out in your browser - nothing is sent to usBased on the maker's published fuel consumption and tank size. Real-world figures depend on how and where you ride, and the last litres of a tank are reserve. Prices shown greyed are examples - type your own.
Engine
- Capacity
- 1298.0 ccm
- Power
- 146.2 HP (106.7 kW) @ 8000 RPM
- CO2 Emissions
- 152 CO2 g/km
- Torque
- 138.0 Nm (14.1 kgf-m) @ 7000 RPM
- Engine type
- In-line four, four-stroke
- Fuel consumption
- 6.50 litres/100 km (15.4 km/l)
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.5455 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
- Clutchless gear shift
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1544 mm
- Overall length
- 2230 mm
- Overall width
- 750 mm
- Overall height
- 1455 mm
- Seat height
- 805 mm
- Dry weight
- 268.0 kg
- Wet weight
- 296.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 25.00 litres
- Ground clearance
- 125 mm
- Oil capacity
- 4.90 litres
- Carrying capacity
- Saddle bags
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Aluminium, Diamond Shaped
- Front suspension
- Upside-down telescopic fork, Ø 48 mm tube, adjustable preload, compression and rebound damping
- Rear suspension
- Linked monoshock with spring preload adjustment
- Front wheel travel
- 135 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 125 mm
- Rake (fork angle)
- 26.0°
- Trail
- 109 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Double disc. Hydraulic
- Front brakes diameter
- 320 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc. Hydraulic
- Rear brakes diameter
- 282 mm
- Front tyre
- 120/70-ZR17
- Rear tyre
- 180/55-ZR17
Other
- Color options
- Magnetic Bronze, Tech Graphite
- Comments
- Electronically-adjustable suspension. Traction control and cruise control systems. Windshield.
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 | 2006 | 2010 | 2013 | 2015 | 2017 | 2020 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 1298 cc | 1298 cc | 1298 cc | 1298 cc | 1298 cc | 1298 cc |
| Dry weight | 268 kg | 268 kg | 268 kg | 268 kg | 268 kg | 268 kg |
| Seat height | 805 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.
Rider Reviews
Common questions
What is the engine size of the Yamaha FJR1300AS?
The 2015 Yamaha FJR1300AS has a Capacity of 1298.0 ccm (79.21 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Yamaha FJR1300AS have?
The 2015 Yamaha FJR1300AS has a Power of 146.2 HP (106.7 kW) @ 8000 RPM.
How many gears does the Yamaha FJR1300AS have?
The 2015 Yamaha FJR1300AS has a Gearbox of 5-speed.
What is the torque of the Yamaha FJR1300AS?
The 2015 Yamaha FJR1300AS has a Torque of 138.0 Nm (14.1 kgf-m or 101.8 ft.lbs) @ 7000 RPM.
How much does the Yamaha FJR1300AS weigh?
The 2015 Yamaha FJR1300AS has a Dry weight of 268.0 kg (590.8 pounds).
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