Sport Tourers
2015Yamaha FJR1300ES
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The 2015 Yamaha FJR1300ES is a premium sport-tourer engineered for serious long-distance riders who demand comfort and performance. Its electronically adjustable suspension adapts to various load configurations and riding conditions, while the liquid-cooled engine and shaft drive deliver reliable touring capability. Best known for combining sport-bike handling with practical touring amenities, it excels on both highways and challenging roads.
- Capacity
- 1298.0 ccm
- Engine
- In-line four, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Wet weight
- 292.1 kg
- Seat height
- 805 mm
- Power
- 107.5 HP (78.5 kW) @ 8000 RPM
What’s new for the 2015 Yamaha FJR1300ES
vs the 2014| Spec | 2014 | 2015 |
|---|---|---|
| Wet weight | 296.0 kg (652.6 pounds) | 292.1 kg (644.0 pounds) |
| Front suspension | Upside-down telescopic fork, Ø 48 mm tube, adjustable preload, compression and rebound damping | 43mm upside down forks with electronic adjustment |
| Rear suspension | Linked monoshock with spring preload adjustment | Single shock |
| Front brakes | Double disc. Hydraulic | Double disc. ABS. |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. Hydraulic | Single disc. ABS. |
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built primarily for high-speed, long-distance touring with strong shaft-driven torque and all-day comfort rather than outright sportbike thrills.
- Built for
- A refined, torque-rich mile-muncher that rewards smooth, confident riding with effortless highway cruising and strong shaft-drive reliability.
- Not ideal for
- Not the right choice for riders seeking a lightweight, flickable machine for tight city commuting or off-road exploration.
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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Engine
- Capacity
- 1298.0 ccm
- Power
- 107.5 HP (78.5 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
- 0.3680 HP/kg (wet)
- 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
- Multiplate assist-and-slipper wet clutch
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1544 mm
- Overall length
- 2230 mm
- Overall width
- 749 mm
- Overall height
- 1326 mm
- Seat height
- 805 mm
- Wet weight
- 292.1 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 25.00 litres
- Ground clearance
- 124 mm
- Oil capacity
- 4.90 litres
- Carrying capacity
- Saddle bags
- Dry weight
- Not on record - add it
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Aluminium, Diamond Shaped
- Front suspension
- 43mm upside down forks with electronic adjustment
- Rear suspension
- Single shock
- Front wheel travel
- 135 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 125 mm
- Rake (fork angle)
- 26.0°
- Trail
- 109 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Double disc. ABS.
- Front brakes diameter
- 320 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc. ABS.
- Rear brakes diameter
- 282 mm
- ABS
- Yes
- Front tyre
- 120/70-ZR17
- Rear tyre
- 180/55-ZR17
Other
- Color options
- Liquid Graphite
- Warranty
- 12
- Comments
- An electronically adjustable suspension has been adopted that adjusts it to fit different riding conditions and bring greater convenience to touring. This system provides a choice of four settings for preload, including “One Up,” “One Up wi
- Comments
- An electronically adjustable suspension has been adopted that adjusts it to fit different riding conditions and bring greater convenience to touring. This system provides a choice of four settings for preload, including “One Up,” “One Up with Luggage,” “Two Up,” and “Two Up with Luggage,” adding a choice of “Soft,” “Standard” and “Hard” for damping force adjustment for each setting. In addition, this damping force can be fin
Specs last verified against published sources: .
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 | 2014 | 2015 | 2017 | 2020 | 2023 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 1298 cc | 1298 cc | 1298 cc | 1298 cc | 1298 cc | 1298 cc |
| Seat height | 805 mm | 805 mm | 805 mm | 805 mm | 805 mm | 826 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 FJR1300ES?
The 2015 Yamaha FJR1300ES has a Capacity of 1298.0 ccm (79.21 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Yamaha FJR1300ES have?
The 2015 Yamaha FJR1300ES has a Power of 107.5 HP (78.5 kW) @ 8000 RPM.
How many gears does the Yamaha FJR1300ES have?
The 2015 Yamaha FJR1300ES has a Gearbox of 5-speed.
What is the torque of the Yamaha FJR1300ES?
The 2015 Yamaha FJR1300ES has a Torque of 138.0 Nm (14.1 kgf-m or 101.8 ft.lbs) @ 7000 RPM.
How much does the Yamaha FJR1300ES weigh?
The 2015 Yamaha FJR1300ES has a Wet weight of 292.1 kg (644.0 pounds).
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